Cuba Holidays

If you’re looking for an island with breathtaking beaches, interesting history and rich culture, then Cuba is for you. See the super-cool classic cars on the street, discover the beauty of Havana and feel the soft sand, warm waters and hot sun on your skin. A country with so much to offer and filled with friendly locals, Cuba is a perfect holiday destination for anyone and everyone.

Beaches
With its coast meeting the Caribbean Sea, you know that Cuba’s beaches are going to blow you away. White sands, crystal-clear waters and a stunning splash of greenery to add to the already perfect picture await. One of the most popular beaches in Cuba is Varadero Beach, a 25km stretch of dazzling shore with plenty of activities on offer. Over in Cayo Coco, Playa Los Flamencos is pure paradise with its snow-white sand and sparkling sea. For snorkelling and diving, Playa Larga is a great spot with its calm and clear waters, as well as plenty of trees for those who need a rest in the shade.

Food & Drink
With prominent Spanish, African and Caribbean influences, you can imagine just how tasty Cuban cuisine is. You’ve probably heard of the famous Cuban sandwich, this consists of sliced roast pork, serrano ham, Swiss cheese, pickles and yellow mustard on Cuban bread. Meat eaters have plenty of choice from Lomo ahumado (juicy slow-cooked pork fillet), to Trinidad roast chicken, to costillitas (baby back ribs in a sweet marinade) – and that’s only naming a few. If you’re a fan of paella, you’ll love Cuba’s take on it, with ingredients including ham, chicken, chorizo, mussels, shrimp, lobster and scallops. If you have a sweet tooth, some of the delightful desserts in Cuba are churros, Dulce de Leche cheesecake and pastelitos which can be filled with guava, cream cheese and other sweet fruits. Cocktail lovers will be in heaven with daiquiris, mojitos and Cuba libres being on Cuba’s drinks menu.

Culture
Cuban culture is mainly influenced by Europe and Africa, but is also very much unique. It’s a must to learn about Cuba’s interesting history when visiting the country. The Museo de la Revolucion is the nation’s most visited museum, and tells the story of the lead up to the revolution through photographs and the vehicles used by revolutionaries. Alongside Cuba’s famous colourful classic cars, there’s also a fantastic art scene, which is displayed perfectly at the National Museum of Fine Arts of Havana. With the museum offering everything from historic pieces to contemporary creations, it’s definitely one to put on your list of things to see and do.

Nightlife
Cuban nightlife is one of the things that attracts so many tourists each year. With friendly locals, a buzzing atmosphere and amazing dancing, it’s the ideal recipe for some unforgettable nights out. Havana takes first place as the top hotspot for nightlife, with El Vedado being the place to go to discover all of the cool bars. Over in Varadero, they have their fair share of bouncing nightclubs too, with the likes of La Casa de la Musica and Mambo Club.

Important Information
Flight Time: 14+ hours
Time Difference: -4 hours in summer / -5 hours in winter
Currency: Cuban peso
Official Language: Spanish