Cuba is the home of some amazing classic cocktails, but the iconic Cuba Libre and its grown-up brother the Cubata are quick to make, tasty to drink, and full of the zest and life of Cuba. If you want to get into rhythm and romance of Cuba, forget the daiquiri or even the mojito. For … Read more
Is Cuba safe? is one of the first things people ask us about Cuba. Yes, I think it is safe, but as with most places, people need to be aware of locals trying to wheedle a bit of money out of you. Here are 7 street scams to look out for we’ve experienced or heard … Read more
Planning a trip to Cuba can be a tricky, especially when – like us – you’ve found up-to-date research on this enigmatic island nation hard to come by. We decided to book a small-group tour around Cuba and it turned out to be the best travel decision we’ve made for ages. Cuba’s been a dream … Read more
Even in Cuba there are bad mojitos, which is surprising for a couple of reasons. Besides being from Cuba, the mojito’s a pretty simple drink, with only a few ingredients. But for some reason, making a good one is an art form. Here’s what we’ve gleaned from our time here in Cuba. A mojito has … Read more