“The most beautiful land eyes have ever seen" ~ Christopher Columbus 

Located in Central America and the Caribbean, Cuba is more than just the largest island in the Antilles. It is an intricate archipelago comprising the main island (about two thirds the size of Florida), the Isle of Youth and about 4,195 key (cayos) and islets. 

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At a glance

With a population of close to 11.2 million, Cuba shares its border with US Naval Base at Guantanamo Bay. Cuba has excellent taxi services as well as car, van, motorcycle rentals, and economy travel on buses among major centres around the country. Tour buses in Havana and Varadero cover the major sites of interest. Cuba has a tropical climate moderated by trade winds. Dry season runs November to April, while rainy season runs May to October.

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Havana

The exotic capital of Cuba and largest city in the Caribbean is a must-see for any visitor. For centuries, it has served as the gateway to the Gulf of Mexico and became the centre of trade and commerce between the old and new worlds. Havana, very old and modern at the same time, has an almost indescribable charm. With nearly five centuries of history, the city is arguably one of the most beautiful in Latin America. Walking the streets of Havana is like being in a real-life museum where every corner has a story to tell. In 1982, Old Havana, with its first building dating back to 1519, was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site. The city has some of the best examples of colonial architecture in the Caribbean. 

Pinar del Río

If you’ve ever wondered where the world’s finest cigars start out, it’s in the lovingly cultivated tobacco plantations of Cuba’s Pinar del Rio province. But those plantations are only part of the area’s magic.There are also the sun-drenched beaches of Cayo Levisa and Cayo Jutias where visitors are not only intoxicated by the place but also by rum. 

Varadero, Cuba’s most famous seaside resort

Varadero beach—some call it the world’s greatest beach—has long been the pride of Cuba, and a magnet for the rich and famous. Today, a broad range of hotels and resorts on this wide, sandy beach offer affordable vacations to please any pocketbook. More than 30 kilometers of beach with clear waters and fine sand, along with the unique vegetation and warm weather all year, make Varadero an unforgettable destination. Situated 140 km east of Havana and 30 km from Matanzas, a town also called Athens of Cuba, Varadero can be easily accessed by land, air and sea.