There has always been a mystique about the country of Cuba, the Caribbean’s largest island. The culture, history and mystery were always fascinating to me growing up because we couldn’t visit the country. High on my bucket list, I had to explore and learn more about this beautiful island with over 5,000 kilometers of coastline, gorgeous countryside and a vast amount of natural beauty. 

Havana

When you think of Cuba, most of us think of Havana, the Capital of Cuba. Old Havana is like going back in time with cobbled streets and neoclassical buildings. Without question, Old Havana is the place to stay with history and charm and gorgeous heritage architecture.

Things to See and Do

First up, ride in a vintage convertible. You cannot come to Cuba without making this a priority.

Check out a ballet at Gran Tetro de la Habana

Smoke a Cuban Cigar (Or pretend you did if you don’t smoke)

Walk the 5 mile boulevard, El Malecón

Plaza Vieja– cobblestone plaza with art galleries, art nouveau buildings and many restaurants.

Plaza de la Catedral– beautiful, 18th-century cathedral, also known as Catedral de la Habana

Visit Fusterlandia

Eat a Paladar

Check out Playas del Este– 11 miles of beach east of Havana

Bay of Pigs

Varadero Beach

Stay at Hotel Saratoga

Take a trip to Trinidad-small town with beauty and a cool atmosphere

Check out the Hemmingway Museum

Visit the natural beauty of Topes de Collantes National Park

Places to Stay in Cuba

The Hotel Neptuno-Triton

Hotel Saratoga

Hotel Florida, Havana

IBEROSTAR Casa Granda, Santiago de Cuba

Xanadu Mansion (Dupont House), Varadero