The largest island in the Caribbean, Cuba stretches across the Caribbean Sea majestically surrounded by over 300 gorgeous beaches. The sunshine warms the beautiful white sand and tropical blue waters while sea breezes cool the island, all these lovely attributes set the scene for a relaxing Cuba holiday. The vibrant music, rich culture, delicious food and fun loving people add the essence to a memorable holiday in Cuba.
Water activities in Cuba include yachting, fishing, scuba diving and snorkelling. The quiet and serene Guardalavaca beach in eastern Cuba offers some of the best snorkelling experiences on the island. Other popular and pristine Cuban beaches such as Varadero and Cayo Santa Maria are ideal holiday destinations for honeymooners and couples seeking sheer romance; watching the sunset while sipping rum cocktails and enjoying the company of each other.
Cuba holidays also offer tourists the opportunity to do horseback riding, bird watching and hiking. You can visit Cuba’s enchanting mountain interior on an eco-tour to discover its verdant landscape; capture magnificent images of tropical creatures and plant life. Another option for the free spirited explorers is to rent a car, board a train or bus and discover the island of Cuba on your own terms.
Unlike most Caribbean islands which generally possess an Afro-English culture, Cuba has a unique Afro-Latin culture that is evident in its Spanish colonial architecture, pulsating music and flavourful cuisine. Cuba holidays would not be complete without a trip to its capital city, Havana, the home of several of the island’s museums. Also paying a visit to the protective fortress of solid stone called El Morro will be an enriching way to learn about the country’s fascinating history. It’s always an enlightening experience to learn about Cuba’s rich history and journey into the past of this former colony of Spain.
Havana is charming and artistic; the streets are lined with colonial styled buildings, many galleries, theatres, libraries and squares. The creativity of the Cuban people is also embodied in the rhythmic beats of Salsa, which originated in Cuba while the intoxicating melody of the rumba, mambo and cha cha cha will also make you put on those dancing shoes and have a ball. Words cannot describe what the food is like, but on your Cuba holiday you can taste it every day and enjoy!
Natural landscapes are the epitome of beauty, but man made structures also possess an aura of greatness and impress the senses. You can admire unique such creations if you embark on one of the