Hike and Kayak Cuba’s Wild Side: A Soulful Journey into Nature, Culture and Connection
Insider Tips, Nature, Sustainability, Things to do, US TravellersSeptember 18, 2025 | written by Lucy DaviesSomething shifts when you escape the distractions of the modern world - the signal drops, the screens go dark, and…
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Cuban e-Visas: How to Apply and how to Complete the D’Viajeros Travel Form for Cuba
Insider Tips, StarredOctober 2, 2024 | written by Cubania TeamCuba's New e-Visa System is Here! Getting ready to travel to Cuba?As they say in Cuba, "No te desesperes,…
Travel Tips for Cuba
Insider Tips, Starred, Things to do, US TravellersSeptember 1, 2025 | written by Cubania TeamTop Tips for Travel to Cuba 🇨🇺 What you need to know before you head to Cuba Travel to Cuba…
Understanding Cuban Money
Insider Tips, Starred, US TravellersOctober 8, 2024 | written by Cubania TeamMore than 3 years have passed since Cuba got rid of its dual currency system. The CUC (Cuban Convertible Peso)…
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Why sustainable travel is the smartest (and most legal) way to see Cuba in 2025
Insider Tips, Nature, Sustainability, US TravellersJuly 27, 2025 | written by Lucy DaviesCuba is a country bursting with incredible culture, fascinating history, and the most resilient, warm-hearted people you'll ever meet. But…
Hurricane season in Cuba: what you didn’t know (and why it’s not all doom and gloom)
Insider Tips, NatureJune 22, 2025 | written by Lydia DaviesWhen you hear "hurricane season," you might imagine ferocious winds, shuttered windows, and scrapped holidays. But in Cuba, where resilience…
From survival to style: the bicycle’s journey through Cuba’s history
Cycling, Insider Tips, Nature, Sustainability, Things to doMay 30, 2025 | written by Lucy DaviesCuba’s relationship with the bicycle is a story of resilience, reinvention—and now, revival. From a lifeline during economic hardship to…
Spring in Cuba: Mangoes, May day, and the gift of perspective
Arts & Culture, Food & Drinks, Insider Tips, Nature, New CubaApril 21, 2025 | written by Lydia DaviesWhy travelling to Cuba this season is the reset your soul didn’t know it needed Spring in Cuba isn't just…
Why Christmas and New Year in Cuba Are Unlike Anywhere Else
Arts & Culture, Insider TipsDecember 16, 2024 | written by Leandra FreitasWhen it comes to the festive season, Cuba does things its own way. Forget snowy landscapes and reindeer. It’s all…
Exploring Cuba Now: A guide to Embracing and Enjoying Cuba Travel Challenges
Insider Tips, Things to doDecember 3, 2024 | written by Leandra FreitasCuba has always been a country of contrasts—where old-world charm meets bold, modern spirit. As Cuba continues to navigate its…
Top 8 Cuban Festivals You Can’t Miss
Arts & Culture, Blog, Insider Tips, Stories, Things to doOctober 2, 2024 | written by Leandra FreitasThink Cuba and you probably think music and dance! Culture is lovingly nurtured in every corner of the country; from…
Reparto: What is this new sound of Cuba?
Insider Tips, Nature, Things to doSeptember 13, 2024 | written by Lucy DaviesIf Cuba is known for anything, it’s got to be for its amazing music – that scintillating fusion of Spanish…
From Hiking Trails to Dive Spots: Cuba’s Best Adventure Experiences
Insider Tips, Nature, Things to doAugust 5, 2024 | written by Leandra FreitasCuba has always been a paradise for people who love sun-drenched beaches, reguetón beats and "latino-americano" towns buzzing with life,…
These are the BEST Cuban Beaches
Insider Tips, Nature, Things to doJune 28, 2024 | written by Leandra FreitasDreaming of sun-soaked shores and crystal-clear waters? Cuba offers some of the most breathtaking beaches, each with its unique charm…
Can I fly to Cuba from the USA?
Insider Tips, US TravellersMay 23, 2024 | written by Blanca BalaguerAs a Cuba adventure tour operator, we’re committed to protecting our planet. That’s why we only offer sustainable tours in…
The Best Museums to visit in Havana
Arts & Culture, Insider Tips, Things to doApril 23, 2024 | written by Blanca BalaguerHavana is world-class when it comes to interesting museums. We’re biased, but with more than 80 of them dotted about…
Is Cuba safe?
Insider Tips, US TravellersOctober 9, 2024 | written by Blanca BalaguerCuba, with its colourful streets, rhythmic music, and rich history, is a destination that has long captivated the imagination of…
Can Europeans travel to the US if you have been to Cuba?
Insider Tips, StoriesOctober 1, 2025 | written by Blanca BalaguerIf you're planning a winter escape in 2025 winter holiday Cuba is a no-brainer. From November to April, the island…
A Guide to Eating in Cuba
Food & Drinks, Insider Tips, New Cuba, StoriesFebruary 23, 2023 | written by Cubania TeamIt’s fair to say that Cuba doesn’t have the same variety of international cuisine we might be used to (and…
What to eat in Cuba: Ropa Vieja recipe
Food & Drinks, Insider TipsMarch 28, 2023 | written by Blanca BalaguerFoodie at heart? Prepare an authentic Ropa Vieja, the Cuban way with our easy-to-follow recipe! This is THE Cuban dish…
Can US Citizens Travel to Cuba Legally?
Insider Tips, US TravellersMay 3, 2024 | written by Cubania TeamCan US Citizens travel to Cuba? Yes, they can! The USA is so close to Cuba and for years Havana…
How do I connect to the internet in Cuba?
Insider Tips, New Cuba, US TravellersJune 21, 2022 | written by Cubania TeamIs it possible to connect to Wi-Fi in Cuba? You’re getting ready for your trip and you want to connect…
How do Cubans celebrate Christmas?
Arts & Culture, Insider TipsDecember 6, 2022 | written by Cubania TeamThere’s a reason why here at Cubania we talk about the Cuban way, and Christmas is no exception! Banned from…
Que bolá? An update from Cuba.
Insider TipsJune 16, 2021 | written by Cubania TeamAn update from Cuba, la isla bonita 🇨🇺 Green? Amber? Red? 🚦 To travel or not to travel, that is…
Mi casa es tu casa – our favourite B&Bs in Cuba’s hotspots
Insider Tips, SustainabilityMay 26, 2020 | written by Cubania TeamThe best way to immerse yourself in Cuba's culture? Check into a Cuban B&B, or casa particular, homestay or boutique…
Cubania joins Critical Mass and tours Havana
Cycling, Insider TipsJanuary 23, 2021 | written by Cubania Team"Bicicletear en La Habana", better known as "critical mass", could be described as many things. It's unique each time, it's…
El Cuarto de Tula – extinguishing your hunger pangs, but not your curiosity
Food & Drinks, Insider Tips, Things to doOctober 19, 2020 | written by Cubania TeamHavana is a city where there is something for everyone. It caters for everybody. If you like history and architecture,…
48 hours in Trinidad – what to see, do and enjoy on a short visit to Cuba’s time-capsule city
48hrs in..., Insider Tips, Things to doSeptember 22, 2020 | written by Cubania TeamHow to experience Trinidad in 48 hours without missing out on anything is what this blog post is all about.…
The new normal – Travelling to Cuba with Cubania Travel
Insider TipsOctober 1, 2020 | written by Cubania TeamThe Coronavirus pandemic has severely restricted many aspects of normal life throughout 2020, and the travel industry has certainly had…
48 hours in Viñales, what to do, where to eat and what to see
48hrs in..., Insider Tips, Things to doAugust 18, 2020 | written by Cubania TeamIn recent years, Viñales has risen to the top of must-see places in Cuba, with more and more travellers adding…
Cuba and its bicycles, a love story
Cycling, Insider Tips, Nature, Things to doJuly 6, 2020 | written by Cubania TeamCubans and bicycles go way back in history. From the moment the first two-wheeled vehicle arrived at the island and…
Cuba Cycling Routes – Guide Descriptions
Cycling, Insider Tips, Things to doJune 30, 2020 | written by Cubania TeamAs Cuba starts to re-emerge successfully from lockdown, our Cubania Travel guides are organizing group rides to get back on…
El del Frente – how the second paladar on one street in Havana is creating a culinary monopoly
Food & Drinks, Insider TipsJune 23, 2020 | written by Cubania TeamThere really are some great places to eat in Havana these days. Some paladares, or private restaurants that spring to…
Cubaphile Claire Boobbyer publishes her new guide to Havana
Insider Tips, StoriesMay 20, 2020 | written by Cubania TeamHavana Pocket Precincts celebrates the best of the Cuban capital's sights, restaurants, bars, cafés, music spots and shops. Must-visit trips…
Inside Cuba – The Casa Particular
Arts & Culture, Insider Tips, SustainabilityApril 21, 2020 | written by Cubania TeamThough it may be tempting to stay in a big hotel, we think going local is much more rewarding. Whether…
Cuban drug being used to fight COVID-19
Insider Tips, StoriesMarch 26, 2020 | written by Cubania TeamIt's common knowledge that since the first years of its socialist revolution in 1959, Cuba has suffered an ongoing trade…
Face Masks, The Cuban Way
Insider Tips, StoriesMarch 25, 2020 | written by Cubania TeamAt the beginning of March 2020, before Coronavirus had even reached the island, the Cuban government urged Cuban doctors to…
Cuba’s Coronavirus solidarity
Insider Tips, StoriesMarch 23, 2020 | written by Cubania TeamOn Wednesday I was cycling westwards on the autopista nacional out of Havana when I saw a fleet of ambulances…
7 Cuban Experiences You Can’t Miss Out on
Arts & Culture, Food & Drinks, Insider TipsAugust 7, 2019 | written by Cubania TeamCUBANIA’S TOP 7 THINGS TO DO IN CUBA Almost as big as England, Cuba is the largest island in the…
Top 10 Things to Do in Havana
Insider Tips, New Cuba, Things to doFebruary 4, 2023 | written by Cubania TeamAs Cuba’s capital, Havana is a bustling city full of life. Most travellers opt to stay in the city’s old…