At this stage you might have already decided that Cuba is the destination that you want to visit for your next holiday but you probably need some guidance on how to make a booking. This might seem a little bit trivial but it is definitely not the case when it comes to organizing holidays to [...]
During the past 15 years, International Living magazine has calculated its Annual Global Retirement Index; a resource intended to assist retirees and future retirees in evaluating and comparing the world’s most popular retirement destinations. It is based on a number of criteria, giving various weights to each, depending on its importance to retirees. Listed below [...]
Hotel Havana Libre, Tuesday, April 5, 2005, 7:20 pm
Yesterday I had to sign up for my Spanish course at the University of Havana. The Campus of the University is an astoundingly beautiful collection of classical buildings and a Cuban tank graces the entrance to the library.
At 9 am all the foreign students, about 40 of [...]
What is the real secret to cheap international travel? It is the same as the secret to doing anything for less. Learn to be an opportunist. Opportunistic travelers get to travel more, see more and do more. Of course, you can ignore this advice if you have unlimited funds.
I went to Ecuador because it was [...]
I have recently returned from eighteen days in Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands and I am still stunned at what an incredible place it is. I loved everything about Ecuador: the food is excellent -(even if a little too much at times), the scenery is varied and stunning, the people are so friendly, and the [...]
My parents’ 1956 trip to Cuba happened quite by accident. They were going to New Orleans from their home in Fort Worth, Texas. Unfortunately, it rained all the way and continued to rain when they reached New Orleans. They decided to drive on to Keywest, Florida, where it was raining as well.
They learned they could [...]
I get this question all the time and I always try to get as much information as possible from my clients in order to recommend the best hotels for them. As I am not going to be able to do this now I will be as fair as I can be and I will leave [...]
Oh, there’s nothing wrong with cartoon characters and amusement parks-but-as a parent, you’re always concerned about the value of the time spent with your children.
Here’s your opportunity to show them a part of the world they’ve probably never seen, and enjoy the entire process of learning, to boot! And if Mom needs beach [...]
If you are planning a trip to Jamaica, you have many overnight accommodation options. There are vacation rentals, hotels, and resorts. There is no shortage of all-inclusive resorts in Jamaica. Most come highly rated and recommended, but you want to have the vacation of your dreams. For that to happen, you must choose the perfect [...]
The US government is one of the three countries in the world that have initiated and maintained the Cuba blockage. Specifically, only US, Israel and Uzbekistan are the rejecting the voice of the United Nations General Assembly to seize this type of trade treatment. More cases appear every year in the news regarding the US [...]
Are you in the process of planning your wedding? If so, a point will come when you start to focus on the honeymoon. After planning the wedding of your dreams, your honeymoon budget may be tight. Does that mean you need to stay close to home? Do you need to forego your dream of a [...]
Most people are not aware that the Galapagos Islands are a part of Ecuador. In fact, many people don’t seem to even know where Ecuador is. It’s a small country in South America, and if you have a map handy you can find it just south of Colombia. Here are a few other things you [...]
The northern coast of Cuba has now been hit by Ike and once again a mass evacuation has been implemented. Wind speeds in excess of 120 mph are battering the area with storm surge and torrential rain causing widespread flooding. Nearly 50 people are reported dead on Haiti and Hurricane Ike has destroyed 80% of [...]
I know there is some old saying to do with the first half of your life you are looked after by your parents and the second half you your life you look after your parents. Well I’ve been looking after my mother my whole life especially on occasions when my father isn’t around and she [...]
When you think of a vacation, you may simply mean a time to hang out and take a break from the stressful routine you may have back home. But when you are considering vacation in a far away place that you are not familiar with, it is better to get the fun that you need [...]
Cuba is a wonderful island. Anyone can get there easily from any part of the world trough scheduled flights that link its capital, Havana, and other recreational places with the most significant world areas.
Anyone can daily arrive to the country and get in touch with its well preserved sites and enjoy the landscape, living it.
We [...]
When you go on holiday it’s hard to know exactly where to go and where to stay once you are there. Sometimes your time away can even get a bit repetitive as it’s normally always revolves around the same activities – beaches and hot weather. Whilst Bayamo in Cuba does offer these two things that [...]
Are you looking to choose the perfect location for your honeymoon? With all the wonderful sounding options available, from Hawaii to the Caribbean to the South Pacific, it can be difficult to settle on one region, let alone one resort or hotel. How do you even begin to choose? It can be [...]
Ike forms in the Atlantic Ocean
Hurricane Ike began as a tropical wave off of the coast of Africa around August 29th, 2008. A few days later, by September 1 it had developed into the 9th tropical depression of the
Hurricane season and was classified tropical storm Ike later in the day. Ike underwent rapid deepening on [...]
One of the problems about going on holiday is that chances are if you want to go somewhere, so does half of the world. Whereas it’s great to visit different countries around the world, it can get a bit frustrating if you’re faced with thousands of tourists everywhere you go.
One of the tricks is [...]
Where in the Caribbean can you get the most for your money?
David Seeberger: Some people have the mistaken impression that the Caribbean is only for the luxury traveler. There are nice moderate accommodations on almost every island in the Caribbean basin. The Dominican Republic has several all-inclusive properties that are a good value. [...]
With so many options available it is hard for travellers to know where to stay when going on Cuba holidays. Many people want it all from panoramic views, idyllic locations and an abundance of facilities. The Chateau Miramar hotel in Cuba can provide guests with all these things leaving them happy and relaxed and dreaming [...]
If you are on holiday in Cuba, a visit to at least one of the island’s beautiful beaches is essential before you leave. Cuba has some of the best beaches in the Caribbean – the fine sand and clear warm waters make this a superb destination for scuba diving, deep sea fishing, or just for [...]
When visiting the island of Jamaica some may find it overwhelming trying to decide which of the many attractions and activities they want to visit and take part in during their stay as there are so many fun and interesting things to do on the island. Out of the many attractions on offer, here are [...]
Habana Libre Hotel, inaugurated in March 19th of 1958, marks the time of modernity in the Cuban capital because it constitutes the tallest and most central accommodation of the city. It is located at one of the beginnings of La Rampa, one of Havana’s busiest streets.
After being totally remodeled, it has 572 rooms as well as [...]
Recently, an international familiarization group related to the tourism sector and organized by the Cuban-Spanish Cubanacán travel agency arrived at the ancient Trinidad villa, in the Cuban central-south region where interesting details related to history, culture and leisure emerged, such as the reopening of a new hotel, the Costa Sur.
Tour operators, travel agents and specialized [...]
There are many reasons that Royal Caribbean is the best Caribbean cruise line in the world.  From their history to their current execution of the products they offer Royal Caribbean has everything you would expect from the best Caribbean cruise line in the world. The have cruises running all over the world and each brings [...]
For vacationers traveling abroad, if you are in a tourist section, taxis and rental cars are generally very safe. The tropical paradise of Cuba is no different. Taxi and rental car services are most times reliable, however if you find yourself trying to use these services outside of population centers caution needs to be [...]
Exceeding US$11.6 billion, private investment in Mexico’s tourism sector has already surpassed federal goals for the 2001 to 2006 period by 29 percent, reports Sectur in its latest comprehensive study on the subject. Domestic and foreign private investment reached the original US$9 billion goal in June 2005, after increasing at least 12 percent annually [...]
Cayo Coco is a small island linked to Cuba by a 17 km man made road over the sea. The hotel is an adult only all inclusive hotel, at the far end of a long beach, so is not as busy.
We travelled with Thomas Cook, and are very glad we paid extra for Premier Class [...]
The Eastern side of the island is probably the less known of Cuba, but it includes among it cities and provinces some of the most important areas and that they’ve made a great influence in its history. From the very edge side, we are going to see why it deserves the chance to meet and [...]
Cuba has many beautiful sights to offer its visitors but one in particular is the Botanical Gardens of Copaynicu. You don’t even need to have any knowledge about plants as many people come here just to look at the beautiful display of plant life while on their Cuba travel experience. This is unlikely to be [...]
Are you searching for a perfect tropical oasis, a place to escape all of the madness and stress in the world around you? If you are in need of the perfect destination, away from the cares of the world, consider Costa Rica Beach real estate. While many people’s thoughts immediately jump to the Caribbean, there [...]
Enhance your health and mood with tropical treasures.
Imagine if the delicious cup of coffee, the freshly made piña colada, the exotic fragrance of wild orchids, or the rich rainforest chocolate could be part of your spa experience. By featuring these, and many other ingredients, within various health, relaxation and beauty treatments, the spa pampering that [...]
As part of a more aggressive international promotional strategy in North America, the Mexico Tourism Board (MTB) will open a marketing office in Washington, D.C. in May, bringing the total number of offices in the region to nine.
Heading up the Washington, D.C. office will be Eduardo Chaillo, a Mexico Tourism Board veteran who once led [...]
Finding the perfect relaxing location to spend your vacations or even to relocate once you have retired can seem a daunting task. However, Costa Rica beach front real estate can provide you with everything you want in a personal retreat, while surrounded by one of the most relaxing environments imaginable. If you have never considered [...]
Ethical travel is a bit of a buzzword these days with websites, blogs, books and numerous other communication forms giving advice on how to travel ethically, as well as specialised companies dedicated to selling ethical holidays.
It’s no surprise then that website
Travels tours range from volunteering with children in Nicaragua to mountain climbing in the Rockies and even a wine tasting tour in Italy. There are tours for every preferred indulgence and interest. It could turn out to be a stressful and overwhelming task to decide on a tour. There are certain tools and tips you [...]
The narrative Birds Raven is known to have been state in the North American Pleistocene since the last 1.8 million 10,000 being ago. Bird Ravens are among the most usually found bird species in the Rancho La Brea fossil deposits in Southern California. They silhouetted the wolves, bears and other predators and went after the [...]
If you are looking for a place to spend a holiday away from home, Nicaragua might have exactly what you are looking for. You can enjoy the scenery of Nicaragua as you celebrate in one of the many occasions that are throughout the year in Nicaragua.
Holidays are a great time to visit another area of [...]
The Jamaican weather is undisputedly incredible which makes the island an all year holiday paradise. With average temperatures in the winter ranging from 22 – 31°C and in the summer a maximum of 29-34°C it is always just perfect for the occasion. Regardless of when you choose to visit Jamaica, there will be tropical warm [...]
The hub of tourism that is Varadero, Cuba is home to many fantastic resorts and beautiful beaches. The most difficult part is figuring out which resort works best for you. Many individuals choose a resort based on the beach it offers, or the restaurants on the premises. Others vacationers are more interested in amenities such [...]
Looking for a tropical locale that boasts rugged highlands, volcanoes and miles upon miles of beaches that can all be experienced in one day? Costa Rica, a small Central American country nestled between Nicaragua and Panama, is the place for you. The real estate market in Costa Rica is booming since the profile of this [...]
I had never originally been to Mexico, having traveled throughout Central America, to Belize and Nicaragua and Guatemala and Panama. But the recent hype of a small, luscious beach called Tulum peaked my interest when, paging through the most recent issue of Conde Nast, I came across a small write-up, citing the weather, hotels, and [...]
If you are planning a trip to Nicaragua, you likely want to stay in a villa. Villa rentals offer a great deal of fun and luxury. You can find villas in many different price ranges, and in many different areas. No matter what your travel plans or your budget, you can find accommodations in Nicaragua.
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Are you still single and you just can’t seem to find that special someone in your life? Do you love to bask in the sun, or simply to have a good time while also being waited on like you were a King or Queen in his or her own castle? If this truly describes you, [...]
Cuba is a very safe place to vacation. One characteristic that profoundly affects the overall safety of the nation is the environment of the cities. As a general rule, travelers and Cuban citizens can enjoy an equal amount of security on the streets. This stands in contrast to most nations in which tourists are [...]
It was very sudden. My husband decided we should take a trip. When he first mentioned it I came back at him with a list of reasons we shouldn’t go, beginning with “We have two children in university†and ending with, “We have two children in university.†In addition, I’m a planner, one of those [...]
An all inclusive Caribbean cruise would be the most ideal way of spending time in a complete relaxation and not having to worry about spending more than one can afford. A relaxing trip to the sunny climes of the Caribbean would be a treat that one should give one, and allow the wonderful amenities offered [...]
The Republic of Ecuador is considered to be one of the most scenic and vibrant places to visit in South America. From a beach holiday in the Galapagos Islands to a city holiday exploring the Colonial city of Quito, a trip to Ecuador offers an active, exciting holiday in one of South America’s most beautiful [...]
A holiday in Cuba presents a beguiling mixture of colonial cities, Caribbean coastline, unique cultural mix and a vibrant island atmosphere. While the beach resorts on the island (such as Varadero and Guardalavaca) are hugely popular, those who want to get a real taste of Cuban culture would be well advised to spend time in [...]
Caribbean cruises are the most popular of all cruise destinations. And there are good reasons that they are the cruise destination of choice. Caribbean cruises offer you intriguing ports of call, beautiful white sandy beaches with azure blue water, all while enjoying the supreme service aboard your magnificent cruise ship. Caribbean cruises offer [...]
Over the years Costa Rica has developed into a major attraction for tourists and visitors. The huge number of organized Costa Rica tours that various travel agencies offer has been a result of this fact. These tours are not just large in number but in variety as well.
There are several types of package offers [...]
When you think of your idyllic retirement what do you see? Some people imagine a bustling down-sized condo right in the heart of Manhattan, while others dream of a $200,000 family estate in the Colorado foothills. What if, for the same price, you could own a piece of the rainforest — complete with waterfalls, resident [...]
Why Go?
Scuba diving in Cuba has become hugely popular in recent years, and it’s easy to see why. The water is warm and crystal clear, and the vibrant underwater wildlife and excellently preserved coral reefs make it a key destination for avid scuba divers.
The sheer number of great dive sites in Cuba is staggering, far [...]