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Cuban Music in Old Havana
Old Havana is a place really picturesque and beautiful. Its cobblestoned, narrow streets and corners full of the purest contrasts between sun and shade are now a musical center -as it can be seen today- a real Cuban party. Read
By: Jose Mauricio | 29/04/2008 | Travel Tips
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Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi in Havana, Huge Pleasure of All Senses
One of the most interesting walks through Old Havana is precisely that of its St. Francis of Assisi Square, and the Basilica of the same name located in that same place, very close to the harbour. Read
By: Jose Mauricio | 29/04/2008 | Travel Tips
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Bar “two Brothers” in Havana
Next to the bay, by the passing boats in Havana, the bar Two Brothers (also known as “Dos Hermanos”) is a shelter for those who need a cool drink after a walk in the warm capital, or a night corner for bohemian travelers. Read
By: Jose Mauricio | 02/04/2008 | Travel Tips
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Religion in Cuba: Santa Barbara
This is a party that if you attend you will never forget. If you happen to be in Cuba in December, try to go to Guines, if you are really far and cannot get there on time, just ask and probably you are going to be invited to experience all the rites that take place in a house where this saint is highly praised. This is a new experience for sure! Read
By: Jose Mauricio | 03/02/2008 | Travel
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Package Holidays to Cuba
If you really want to get to know this amazing Caribbean island then try to avoid the cheap classic package holiday that sells flights and accommodation for as little as 499.00 sterling pounds per person based on 2 people sharing a standard room. There is actually nothing wrong with the quality of accommodation or flights but to travel for 9 hours on a plane across the Atlantic to end up secluded in a private beach is definitely the worst way to know Cuba. Read
By: Jose Mauricio | 21/01/2008 | Travel Tips
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Bacunayagua Bridge: One of the Seven Wonders of the Cuban Architecture
Cuba is an island that has many places to explore and thousands of marvels to see and to discover. One of this wonders is the Bacunayagua Bridge, built in the borders of Havana Province and Matanzas. Read
By: Jose Mauricio | 18/01/2008 | Travel Tips
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Santa Isabel Hotel in Havana
The offer for entertainment that Old Havana has, with five centuries of history in its account, constitutes an excellent option. This part of the city which was declared by UNESCO cultural heritage for being an architectural treasure of the world, has a large tourist infrastructure which brings us to mind the colonial stage. There are more than 30 thousand buildings that preserve thousands of stories. It can be seen in perfect harmony among fortresses, churches, tourist commercial and cultural centers. Read
By: Jose Mauricio | 25/12/2007 | Hotels
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Paseo Del Prado: Havana's Most Famous Promenade
Officially named as Paseo de Marti for a decree that issued that all the main avenues or streets in Cuba should carry the names of the Cuban heroes, El Paseo del Prado is the name that among Cubans one of the greatest avenues in Cuba receives. The Paseo del Prado is one of the prettiest main streets in the old part of the city. It begins at the Central Park Hotel and leads down to the seafront known as the Malecon, which gives this avenue its reputation. A wide walkway lined with trees and stone benches bisects the street, while in either side you can see the columns and arches of the mostly residential neocolonial balcony buildings, painted in a whole host of colors. The works of this impressive boulevard began out walls in 1770 (it is important to say that what is now the Old Havana was enclosed with walls and its doors were closed at 9 o’clock every day, a tradition that still remains and the ceremony is known as El Cañonazo) and it was finished in the middle of 1830 during the term of office of Captain Miguel Tacon. Read
By: Jose Mauricio | 25/12/2007 | Travel Tips
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Holidays to Cuba. When to Book
This article is intended to give information and guidance about making a booking for a holiday in Cuba. Due to its popularity is becoming more difficult to find availabilities, especially when the booking is made only few months prior to departure. Read
By: Jose Mauricio | 21/11/2007 | Travel Tips
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Which are the Best Hotels in Havana?
This article points out which in my modest opinion are the best and most charming hotels in Havana. Read
By: Jose Mauricio | 18/11/2007 | Hotels