Capitol Building, Havana
Jun 18, 2021
Cuba
The Capitol building in Havana (or El Capitolio) isn’t an exact replica of its more famous Washington DC namesake – but is pretty darn close.
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Havana and Varadero
Jun 15, 2021
Cuba
Our expert guide to twin centre Havana and Varadero holidays including tips on flights, transport, accommodation and how long to spend in each location.
Habana Vieja
Jun 10, 2021
Cuba
Habana Vieja (aka Havana Vieja or Old Havana) is the original, historic heart of the Cuban capital and the city’s tourist centre.
Combine Sightseeing & The Beach In Cuba
May 28, 2021
Cuba
Cuba is known throughout the world for its fascinating, historic towns and rich cultural history, as well as its numerous beautiful beaches.
Partagas Cigar Factory
May 19, 2021
Cuba
The original Partagas cigar factory is one of the most iconic buildings in Havana although, alas, it has now closed.
Christmas in Cuba
May 17, 2021
Cuba
It comes as something of a surprise to many visitors to discover that, between 1969 & and 1998, Christmas in Cuba was effectively banned.
Jews of Cuba
May 11, 2021
Cuba
The following guest article on the Jews of Cuba has been written by Scott Berenthal of Chateau Blanc, the only kosher accommodation in Cuba.
Havana Classic Car Tour
May 06, 2021
Cuba
Undoubtedly top on most visitors’ Cuba holiday ‘to do’ list is a Havana classic car tour in a vintage American vehicle.
Finca Vigia
Apr 28, 2021
Cuba
Finca Vigia is the name of author Ernest Hemingway’s home in Cuba, located on the outskirts of Havana city.
Holguin
Apr 23, 2021
Cuba
Holguin is both the name of a province, as well as the province’s capital city, located in the east of Cuba.
La Bodeguita del Medio
Apr 19, 2021
Cuba
La Bodeguita del Medio is a bar and restaurant located in the Old Havana neighbourhood of Cuba’s capital city
Cuba Train Travel
Apr 12, 2021
Cuba
A guide to Cuba train travel options including scheduled passenger services and day trips by both electric and steam railway.
Cuba Excursions
Apr 07, 2021
Cuba
Beyond The Ordinary specialise in tailor made holidays and are able to arrange a wide number of Cuba excursions as part of an overall holiday.
Matanzas
Apr 01, 2021
Cuba
Matanzas is both the name of a province, as well as its regional capital, located in west central Cuba.
Hershey Train
Mar 29, 2021
Cuba
The Hershey Train (aka the Hershey Electric Railway or Hershey Line), is an historic railway line that runs between Havana and Matanzas on Cuba’s north coast.
24 Hours In Havana
Mar 22, 2021
Cuba
24 hours in Havana is probably a good 72 hours short of what we recommend, but if that’s all the time you have, then here is how to spend it.
El Nicho
Mar 08, 2021
Cuba
El Nicho is the name of a picturesque waterfall located just outside of Topes de Collantes National Park in Cuba’s Cienfuegos province.
The Cuba Hurricane Season
Mar 01, 2021
Cuba
Having been involved in travel to the island for over twenty five years, one of the most commonly asked questions has to be – when is the Cuba hurricane season?
Cuba Summer Holidays
Feb 17, 2021
Cuba
With so much contradictory information and advice from our politicians and the media, what are the chances of a Cuba summer holiday this year?
Cuba Currency Changes
Jan 25, 2021
Cuba
Understanding the vagaries of the Cuba currency situation has never been straightforward and, sure enough, from the start of 2021 things have changed even more radically.
Havana & Trinidad
Jan 05, 2021
Cuba
Combining Havana & Trinidad is, in our opinion, by far the most rewarding option when it comes to the multiple possibilities for a Cuba twin centre holiday.
La Canchanchara
Dec 18, 2020
Cuba
La Canchanchara is both the name of a cocktail and a bar (which specialises in the drink) in the town of Trinidad on Cuba’s south coast.
Havana & Jibacoa
Dec 09, 2020
Cuba
A combination of Havana & Jibacoa is our most popular twin centre Cuba holiday and one that we can wholeheartedly recommend.
Escambray Mountains
Dec 04, 2020
Cuba
The Escambray Mountains are a beautiful, forest covered mountain range located broadly in the centre of the island and incorporating the regions of Cienfuegos, Villa Clara & Sancti Spiritus.
Paying For Petrol In Cuba
Nov 24, 2020
Cuba
With effect from 1st December 2020, paying for petrol in Cuba will only be possible by card, be that credit card or local pre-payment cards.
Cuba Covid 19 Entry Requirements
Nov 13, 2020
Cuba
Cuba Covid 19 Entry Requirements & Travel Updates – Everything You Need To Know
Voyager Cuba
Nov 12, 2020
Cuba
Voyager Cuba was one of the first UK based tour operators to offer fully tailor made holidays to Cuba, dating back to the mid 1990s.
Cristo de la Habana
Oct 27, 2020
Cuba
It may not be as famous as the Rio version, but the Cristo de la Habana is certainly worth including during your stay in Havana.
Cuba Specialist
Oct 13, 2020
Cuba
Beyond The Ordinary is a UK based Cuba specialist, with complete financial protection provided under both its ATOL & ABTOT licences.
Museo Romantico, Trinidad
Oct 05, 2020
Cuba
The Museo Romantico was the first museum opened in Trinidad, back in 1973, and to this day remains its most popular.
Buena Vista Social Club
Sep 07, 2020
Cuba
The Buena Vista Social Club refers to a Cuban ‘super group’ of veteran musicians, brought together to recreate the musical traditions of pre-revolutionary Cuba.
Virgin Atlantic Covid-19 Cover
Aug 25, 2020
Cuba
Virgin Atlantic have recently announced details of their Covid-19 Cover which is being provided free of charge to new & existing customers.
The Best Drives In Cuba
Aug 17, 2020
Cuba
Being by far the largest island in the Caribbean means that visitors looking to explore the country have ample opportunities to enjoy its beautiful countryside vis a vis a number of varied and memorable road trips.
Cayo Jutias
Aug 03, 2020
Cuba
Cayo Jutias is a small island, located some 65kms to the north of Vinales and connected to the mainland by a short causeway or ‘pedraplen’.
The Tropicana Show
Jul 21, 2020
Cuba
The Tropicana is the most famous cabaret show in Havana and top of many visitors’ ‘to do’ lists for the Cuban capital.
Cayos of Cuba
Jul 06, 2020
Cuba
The largest single island in the Caribbean, there are said to be some four thousand Cayos in Cuba, strung out along both its north and south coasts.
La Gran Piedra
Jun 18, 2020
Cuba
La Gran Piedra is a vast, near 70,000 tonne boulder located high in the hills, a short drive east of Santiago de Cuba.
Cuban Tobacco & Cigars
Jun 11, 2020
Cuba
Even for those who have never taken a puff in their life, there is no denying the iconic nature of Cuban tobacco and cigars.
Cuba Adults Only Hotels
May 30, 2020
Cuba
A guide to Adult Only hotels in Cuba, across its numerous beach resorts and even in the town of Trinidad.
Puente Yayabo
May 28, 2020
Cuba
One of the most iconic bridges in Cuba, the Puente Yayabo was built by the Spanish between 1817 & 1831 and has been a National Monument since 1995.
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