Travelling solo in Cuba - some tips

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Cuba is a popular destination for families, friends and couples to get some Caribbean sun, sea, sand, history and culture. But it is also a great place for solo travellers to go and immerse themselves in a unique and intriguing country. As one of Latin America’s safest countries, there are many perks to visiting Cuba alone. Here are some top tips for travelling solo in Cuba.

Scuba diving in Cuba - Discover the best preserved coral reef in the world

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Cuba is one of the top countries in the world for scuba diving. With well-preserved coral reefs and an abundance of marine life, Cuba has a lot to offer. To give you the lowdown on scuba diving in Cuba, here are some answers to the most commonly asked questions. Read on and find all you need to know.

How new direct UK-Cuba flights with Cubana could benefit UK visitors

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On January 23rd I posted the exciting news that Cuba Direct and Cubana have been meeting to initiate more directs flights between the UK and Cuba. The news has been well received and widely shared online and should mark an interesting new phase in visitors coming from the UK to Cuba to enjoy what the country has to offer.

When is the best time of year to visit Cuba?

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One question that is often asked by potential visitors to Cuba is “When is the best time of year to visit?” The short answer is: “Anytime, Cuba is amazing all year round!” And, indeed, it doesn’t matter what time of year you go, the buildings, the people, the music, the food, the culture, the beaches, it will be there. Cuba is Cuba, whatever time of year you decide to visit.

Buena Vista Social Club - What are these songs about?

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In the mid-1990s the US musician Ry Cooder and his colleagues took high-tech recording equipment to Cuba, assembled some old-time Cuban musicians and re-recorded local songs with a twist. The result, the Buena Vista Social Club album, sold over a million copies worldwide upon its release, and was also accompanied by a critically acclaimed film.