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…
Featured Stories from Cuba
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)…
Stories from Cuba
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…
Why 2025 is the Most Exciting Time to Visit Cuba Yet
Arts & Culture, New Cuba, Things to doFebruary 10, 2025 | written by Lydia DaviesWhy 2025 is the Most Exciting Time to Visit Cuba Yet Despite recent challenges and a new President in the…
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…
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…
Top walking and hiking spots by our guides
Nature, Sustainability, Things to doMarch 21, 2024 | written by Blanca BalaguerWhether you fancy discovering the charms of Havana on a city walk or embracing the great outdoors on a hiking…
Made In Havana: 10 of the best up and coming local brands
Arts & Culture, New Cuba, Things to doMarch 7, 2024 | written by Blanca BalaguerHavana, the vibrant capital of Cuba, offers a variety of souvenir shopping options that reflect its rich history, culture, and…
Best bars and nightclubs in Havana
Arts & Culture, Food & Drinks, New Cuba, Things to doJune 30, 2023 | written by Blanca BalaguerHavana is infamous for its buzzing nightlife scene. Going out feels pretty safe, locals are always friendly, and you get…
Discover Cuba’s Six UNESCO Biosphere Reserves: How a red country went green
Nature, Sustainability, Things to doFebruary 19, 2021 | written by Cubania TeamFor many tourists looking for a sunny getaway, Cuba conjures images of long white sandy beaches, crystalline seas, 1950s American…
48 hours in Baracoa – discovering one of Cuba’s most unique places
48hrs in..., Things to doNovember 28, 2020 | written by Cubania TeamA 48-hour stopover in Baracoa can be an incredible opportunity to discover one of Cuba's most peculiar places and the…
Cycling and visiting Havana’s “palaces”
Arts & Culture, Cycling, Things to doJanuary 5, 2021 | written by Cubania TeamCycling around the Cuban capital of Havana is a highly enjoyable past-time. It is a famously beautiful city with expansive…
48 hours in Santiago de Cuba – getting a taste of Cuba’s most Caribbean city
48hrs in..., Things to doNovember 9, 2020 | written by Cubania TeamCuba's second city is bursting with rhythm and sound. Famous for its vibrant carnivals and enthusiastic, energetic people, Santiago de…
Colonial Havana, a pirate’s dream – a journey to discovering its complex fortress system
Arts & Culture, Things to doOctober 30, 2020 | written by Cubania TeamCuba was one of the Caribbean's most coveted island for pirates and corsairs who repeatedly raided the island on several…
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,…
Five community projects in Havana you cannot miss
Arts & Culture, Cycling, New Cuba, Things to doOctober 8, 2020 | written by Cubania TeamDiscovering Havana's community projects offers you the unique opportunity to learn about the city's pulsating culture and contemporary trends, while…
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.…
Discovering Havana’s Art Deco wonders on a cycling tour
Arts & Culture, Cycling, Things to do, US TravellersAugust 27, 2020 | written by Cubania TeamHavana is a wondrous place for countless reasons but it particularly stands out for the many architectural styles that beautifully…
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…
A route through Old Havana’s five main colonial squares
Arts & Culture, Things to doJuly 29, 2020 | written by Cubania TeamThe history of Havana, since its very foundation, can be told through its five colonial squares, each marking a special…
A cycling route to discover Havana’s graffiti
Arts & Culture, Cycling, Things to doJuly 21, 2020 | written by Cubania TeamGetting to know Cuba through its art is an exhilarating experience, especially when it is the kind of public art…
Jibaro, “wild” thing – I think I love you
Arts & Culture, Food & Drinks, Things to doJuly 14, 2020 | written by Cubania TeamCuba's definitely about celebrating life. It is all over the island and happens in many different forms. There is a…
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…
Seven reasons why Cuba should be your first choice long haul destination post COVID-19
Stories, Things to doJuly 2, 2020 | written by Cubania TeamCuba has ridden the COVID-19 storm with relative ease and has one of the lowest infection rates in the world…
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…
Havana’s Parque Central – the starting and ending point for an essential tour of Havana
48hrs in..., Arts & Culture, Things to doJune 11, 2020 | written by Cubania TeamParque Central in Havana gives visitors an ideal starting point for many different itineraries and walking tours of the city.…
Drinking Cuba – Cuban Cocktails
Arts & Culture, Food & Drinks, Things to doApril 30, 2020 | written by Cubania TeamBesides its cars, cigars and salsa, Cuba is known the world over for another national product: rum. It's no secret…
Seeing Cuba – Cuba’s best views
Arts & Culture, Nature, Things to doApril 13, 2020 | written by Cubania TeamChristopher Columbus called it "the most beautiful land human eyes have ever seen" back in 1492, and Cuba has beguiled…
Discovering Cienfuegos – 48 hours in Cuba’s Pearl of the South
48hrs in..., Nature, Sustainability, Things to doMarch 19, 2020 | written by Cubania TeamCuba's Pearl of the South is a city that has certainly earned its nickname. Cienfuegos is a rare gem unlike…
Trekking adventure in central Cuba
Nature, Sustainability, Things to doMarch 13, 2020 | written by Cubania TeamCuba is a beautiful Caribbean island with a diverse and fascinating landscape, full of wildlife that simply isn't seen in…
Western Cuba on two wheels, cycling adventure from El Mariel to Las Terrazas
Cycling, Sustainability, Things to doMarch 11, 2020 | written by Cubania TeamHow do the people visiting Cuba normally travel around? Usually, the preferred mode of transport is either by the buses…
Picking up the pace in Havana – running Marabana, the Caribbean’s number one marathon
Arts & Culture, Stories, Things to doMarch 10, 2020 | written by Cubania TeamHavana's annual marathon attracts more and more runners, joggers and walkers with each new edition. Why are more and more…
Havana, the Caribbean’s most captivating city and Cuba’s beating heart
Arts & Culture, Things to doFebruary 27, 2020 | written by Cubania TeamHavana oh na na! Having inspired countless songs from contemporary times to yesteryear classics like Chuck Berry's Havana Moon and…
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…