No trip to a foreign country is complete without sampling a few of the local delicacies. But this means the authentic local food, and not some semi-trashy fast food concoction with a “local” twist. So yes, a trip to Munich … Read More
Author Archives: Daniel Stretton
Top 10 Places to Visit in Havana Cuba in 2017
The city of Havana is a fantastic contradiction. It manages to feel like a place that is constantly on the go, and yet is still immensely laid back. It’s an Australian phrase to say “no worries,” and yet you can’t … Read More
30 Things You Must Know Before You Travel to Cuba
Cuba is a unique travel destination that requires some unique planning. Here are 30 things to know that will make your dream trip… well, a dream. 1. Visas Double check the visa requirements for the passport you hold. Ensure that … Read More
Local Icons: The Most Famous Buildings in Havana
There are some iconic buildings that are immediately identified with the city in which they’re located. The Empire State Building, the Eiffel Tower, the Sydney Opera House. These are the places whose images have been reproduced in countless tourism brochures, … Read More
Where to Go in Havana? What to See and The Best Bars
Header Photo Credit – Chasingtravel.com Are you someone who generally abstains from alcohol? Perhaps you’re someone whose drinking only takes place when you’re on vacation. After all, the consumption of alcohol can be a cultural experience when you’re in a … Read More
The Peace and Beauty of Havana’s Colon Cemetery
Is it unusual that graveyards and cemeteries can be immensely popular tourist attractions? And yet this is exactly what has happened to many such places around the world. The mammoth Père Lachaise Cemetery in Paris can quite literally be clogged … Read More
6 Sensational (Kind of) Hidden Sights in Havana
You should really be wary of any article that purports to tell you about the hidden places in a certain destination. Hey, so who wants to know about 6 hidden sights in Havana? In many instances, the so-called hidden places … Read More
A Town Unspoiled by Tourism: Welcome to Matanzas Cuba
If you’re a seasoned tourist, you will know that there is one thing that can easily damage the experience of being a tourist. Can you guess what it is? Yes, that’s correct… it’s other tourists. Most alluring photos of stunning … Read More
The Easy Guide to Booking a Casa Particular in Cuba
Booking your accommodation for a holiday can almost bring on an anxiety attack. How big are the rooms? How old are the photos of the hotel? What is the difference between a Junior Presidential Suite and a Junior Prime Ministerial … Read More
5 Secret Places in Havana Which You’ve May Never Heard Of
You probably know of some amazing hidden spaces in your own town or city. Places that only a handful of other people know about. Places that would stay out of the guidebooks about your home. OK, so not every town … Read More