Holidays in Cuba

The historical grandeur of Havana and paradise beaches of Varadero make Cuba an enthralling place to visit. Here are some of the island’s best attractions.

Varadero

• Relax on the 20km-long Varadero Beach, voted the ‘best beach in the world’.
• Go snorkeling amongst the underwater caves of Laguna de Maya off Coral Beach.
• Hike the Varahicacos Ecological Reserve, home to mangroves, a giant cactus and caves containing aboriginal art.

Matanzas

• Soak up the musical and literary history of Matanzas, ‘The Athens of Cuba’.
• Ride a horse-drawn carriage around the colonial-era town of Cardenas. See the Christopher Columbus statue in Parque Colon and quirky artefacts at Museo Oscar Maria de Rojas.

Havana

• Check out Habana Vieja (Old Havana), and see the city’s cathedral and The National Capital Building.
• Visit The Partagas Cigar Factory where workers are still read the daily news and authentic Havana cigars are made.
• Order a Mojito at La Bodeguita del Medio, or a Cuba Libre at the Hotel Nacional de Cuba - old haunts of Nat King Cole and Ernest Hemingway.

Culture & Events

• Visit Hemingway’s Cuban home, the Museo Hemingway Finca Vigia.
• Enjoy Cuba Carnival in July and August where Congo dancers, fireworks and colourful parades fill El Malecón promenade.
• Soak up Cuba’s musical heritage at the Havana International Jazz Festival in December.
• Learn to dance salsa at Café Cantante Mi Habana with some of Havana’s best musicians.