It’s no secret to anyone that Havana’s fast becoming one of the coolest holiday destinations not just in the Caribbean, but in all of Latin America. Part of its spellbinding allure is its amazing culture and multi-layered identity present everywhere you go. Here we list 5 of the coolest places and hang out spots in which to soak up culture and history whilst enjoying tasty bites and tempting libations.
Moving to the sounds of salsa, mambo, Latin jazz and afro beats, Havana bursts with culture in every imaginable way. The music and dancing are only the beginning as every corner in the city has a story to tell and nostalgia lives on in Havana like nowhere else in the world.
Ever since the 15th Century, many a traveller has been seduced by Cuba’s numerous charms. Whether it’s the island’s stunning natural visual beauty, the simultaneously dilapidated but still gleaming streets of Havana, or even just the refreshing candidness of the inhabitants, the people lucky enough to have visited these shores often vow to return.
What is certain, is that Cuba can offer holidaymakers everything they could possibly seek. All over the island there are different types of holiday aimed at people searching for history and culture, carefree mojito-induced fun, or even strenuous physical adventure. But, flung over on the far Eastern side of the island in Cuba’s first established city, you can find all these things in one place: Baracoa.
What could be more glorious than a luxury break in Havana combined with a beach holiday extension in a secluded offshore island? The Kempinski brand in Havana and Cayo Guillermo offers the perfect combination for those who seek city chic and style combined with sophisticated beachfront beauty.
As a holiday destination, the captivating island of Cuba caters for a wide range of holidaymaker. If you are seeking a mixture of action, adventure, and a real work-out for your core muscles, then rock climbing in some of Cuba’s most beautiful, unspoilt but challenging landscapes may just be the ticket for you.
