Museum of the Revolution - The building remained the Presidential Palace until 1959 spanning the terms of office of seven presidents. Today we know it as the Museum of the Revolution. It houses an extensive collection of memorabilia and exhibits covering Cuban history with emphasis on the revolutionary period beginning in 1868 with the first war of liberation from Spain. It is generally recognized as one of the most important museums in Cuba. . . . read more
Havana's Malecon - One of Havana's most popular attractions is the Malecon, an expansive public space that runs along the Cuban capital city's rocky coastline. The Malecon consists of a seawall that separates Havana from the Straits of Florida and protects the city's northern coastline from potentially damaging waves that threaten to jump the wall and overflow into the streets. Both tourists and locals commune along the Malecon to enjoy the summer . . . read more
Baracoa, Cuba's First City - Even though Baracoa had an auspicious beginning as Cuba’s first city and first capital, it was isolated from the rest of the island. Fortunately for current day travelers, that isolation caused the city to maintain much of its authenticity. Today Baracoa is a modest city of one and two story buildings and a population of around 80,000 residents. In recent years, tourists in search of the authentic Cuba have found their way into the city via daily flights from Havana, . . . read more
Cienfuegos - The warm tropical climate of Cienfuegos, Cuba make it an ideal place to visit any time of the year. In a country steeped in Spanish heritage, this is Cuba’s only city founded by the French.The European influence can be seen in the wide, straight tree-lined Parisian-style avenues and the eclectic architectural presentation. Although Cienfuegueros warmly welcome tourists, this Jewel of the South is not dependent on tourist. Rather it has a business culture based on sugar cane, mango, . . . read more
Havana Photo Gallery - When the Soviet Union pulled out of Cuba in 1991, the country went into an economic descent. A once thriving economy became stagnant and had to find new sources of revenue. The Cuban government turned to tourism. Today Cuba draws over two million tourists from countries all over the world and is a major source of revenue for the country. This photo gallery shows sites that tourists see in Havana, the country’s capital. . . . read more
Manaca Iznaga Plantation - Hacienda Ingenios is one of only 13 remaining estate houses in Valle de los Ingenios (Sugar Mill Valley) that has survived hurricanes, twisters and the dereliction of humans. At its peak in the early 19th century, the valley was home to nearly 60 sugar mills that produced 16 million pounds of "white gold". The fertile soil, favorable climate of the valley and labor of more than 30,000 slave workers were perfect for . . . read more