It’s nice when neighbours are able to be friendly to each other. This was not the case with the US and Cuba until quite recently. OK, so it might be a bit much to call them friends, but they are … Read More
Author Archives: Daniel Stretton
5 Reasons to Stay in a Casa Particular
It’s exciting to plan your Cuban holiday and look at all those exotic photos on the internet (which are different to other types of exotic photos that some people look at on the internet). You have no doubt been tempted … Read More
Is Havana Safe for Tourists? Here’s What You Need to Know
All cities have to deal with crime, although it’s obviously much worse in some places. The city with the highest crime rate in the world is in fact San Pedro Sula, the second largest city in Honduras. With no disrespect … Read More
A Truly Unique Culture: Traditions in Cuba
There are some wonderful, beautiful, and just plain weird cultural traditions around the world. These traditions don’t quite define a culture, but when you hear about them you probably think, “Yeah… that sounds right.” Australians love the beach so much … Read More
10 Reasons Why You Need to Visit Havana This Year
Havana, and indeed all of Cuba, is on the edge of a major change. If you haven’t been reading the papers (or looking online, because so few people actually read the papers anymore), the US and Cuba have resumed formal … Read More
Terrific Treats to Tempt Your Taste buds: Popular Cuban Food
It’s not as though Cuban cuisine is seen as some kind of wonderful undiscovered thing. There are many fantastic Cuban restaurants both inside of Cuba and in other countries. You probably have one or two in your own town. It’s … Read More
The New Food Heaven? The Best Restaurants in Havana
It wasn’t always this way, and prior to the Cuban Revolution the island nation was seen as a place of heavy indulgence, with wealthy Americans sweeping into the ritzy bars and restaurants of Havana and enjoying every delicious treat that … Read More
Planning Your Island Getaway: The 5 Best Cities to Visit in Cuba
In terms of actual square miles, Cuba is not that big. It’s an island, and so you should take the time to see as much of it as possible. Travel by bus so that you have a chance to see … Read More
Street Food in Havana: What You Need to Try, and What You Need to Avoid
Are you the sort of person who likes a bit of adventure when they eat? This is easiest to do while taking a vacation, and particularly when you brave the street food on offer in various cities around the world. … Read More
Is Cuba Safe for Tourists? The Facts of the Matter
When you’re in a foreign country you want to do your best to not look like a tourist. While you might not be able to look like a true local, you want to at least look like you know where … Read More