Dine at the best restaurant in Cuba: La Guarida, Havana
For a unique dining experience at the best restaurant in Cuba, head to La Guarida in Havana. La Guarida (The Hideout) in Centro Habana has been attracting a growing clientele of Cuban and international patrons since it opened its doors in 1996. Over the years, it has...
An amazing Havana food tour
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, architecture, and...
What makes Havana’s Parque John Lennon special? These 5 compelling reasons make the park visit worthy.
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,...
5 Steps to using Wi-Fi in 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,...
A recommended Havana casa particular
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...
