by Anne Betts | Aug 13, 2024 | Cuba
Updated August 13, 2024 I haven’t taken a food tour I didn’t enjoy. While some are better than others, they share three common characteristics: a leisurely stroll, staggered tastings from the local culinary scene, and an introduction to the history,...
by Anne Betts | Oct 8, 2018 | Cuba
It resembles every other park in the neighbourhood of Vedado. There’s a statue or two, benches strategically scattered under mature trees, and local residents enjoying the outdoors. So what makes Havana’s Parque John Lennon special? Read a few reviews at TripAdvisor,...
by Anne Betts | Dec 24, 2017 | Travel Tech, Cuba
Using Wi-Fi in Cuba isn’t something one does while juggling other things. It’s a stand-alone activity that needs to be coordinated with others. These 5 steps to using Wi-Fi in Cuba will help you plan your approach. Note: Information is accurate as of December 2017,...
by Anne Betts | Dec 6, 2017 | Booking Travel, Cuba
Where does one start when trying to figure out where to stay in Havana? The task was made easier by following recommendations of other bloggers. There was one recurring suggestion: stay in the neighbourhood of Vedado. One person described it as “más tranquilo,” a calm...