Who has never heard about the beaches in Cuba? They are the best in the Caribbean. The « Cayos » or small islands are the places where the sand is white and fine, almost like flour. The majority of these island are located North of the main island in the archipelago. Cayo Largo (south) has more than 20 continuous kilometers of beach! Everywhere in Cuba, there are wonderful places for snorkeling or diving, in a pristine environment. The color of sand varies from white to almost black (volcanic) in some regions of Cuba.
Cuba - Countryside
What about the Cuban countryside? A peaceful place, a warm and welcoming people, superb scenery. We visited the province of Pinar Del Rio a few times. It is our favorite for landscape, color of red earth, green with its tobacco fields and blue sky with cut rounded mountains (Mogotes). Almost unreal! There are many other beautiful landscapes in Cuba like the Sierra Escambray, and the majestic Sierra Maestra located in the south.
Cuba - Cities
When we think Cuba, the image of cities with old cars comes to mind. Indeed, Cuba is a journey through time! Following the takeover by Fidel Castro in 1959, the cars of wealthy Americans have been abandoned by their owners, but Cubans have always continued to restore them with Russian parts! These cars are called « Maquinas » or « Yank Tank ». You will find a lot of them in the old city of Havana. Do not miss the magnificent capital of Cuba, you will not be disappointed!