Jan 18
J. M. MauretteCaribbean Caribbean, cuba, Cuba Holidays, cuba hotels, Cuba Travel, destinations, havana hotels, Hotels, tourism, travel, Travel Tips, Vacations
In this article I am going to highlight few of the best hotels in Havana. There are numerous options available but I believe these 5 properties below are the best Havana Hotels.
Santa Isabel Hotel
This classic colonial residence offers spacious rooms that are decorated following the style of the second half of the 19th Century. An elegant restaurant and a cosy patio complement its status of exclusivity. From its grand outlook terrace you can enjoy the wonderful view of Havana’s bay and the beautiful Plaza de Armas Square.
Saratoga Hotel
The 5 star Saratoga Hotel is in an elegant neoclassic building in the old town of Havana at the intersection of Paseo del Prado and Dragones street. This Palace is located across the Capitol building and Parque de La Fraternidad Square and offers an interesting outlook on the well known Partagas Cigar Factory and the Opera House of Havana.
5 Star NH Parque Central
This hotel is located in the very heart of Old Havana. It is surrounded by numerous historic buildings such as: Theater Garcia Lorca, The Capitol and The Fine Arts Museum. This hotel is only 25 minutes far from the international airport in Havana. The 5 star NH Parque Central hotel is the best you can get in Havana in terms of service, food and accommodation facilities.
4 star Florida Hotel
The building of colonial appearance and gracefulness was constructed 1836 for a notable and opulent businessman in Havana. Preserving the splendour of the colonial times, the hotel Florida in Old Havana finds its rebirth and passes on to tourists its magic and architectural beauty.
Havana – Raquel Hotel
The classic Raquel hotel stands out for its beautiful art-nouveau architecture style and is just few minutes walk from Plaza Vieja in Havana?s Old Town. This 4 star hotel houses 37 rooms, gym, one a la carte restaurant, buffet restaurant and a beautiful terrace from where you can enjoy fantastic views of Havana.
For further information on Havana Hotels please visit Cuba holidays web site by J. M. Maurette
Dec 22
Jose Mauricio MauretteCaribbean Caribbean, Caribbean beaches, cuba, Cuba Holidays, Cuba Travel, leisure, outdoors, tourism, travel, Vacations
Cuba’s beaches are unique for the rich tones of their clear warm water. The island’s coasts include everything from challenging cliffs to peaceful coves, the setting for incredible sun and sea Cuba holidays.
There is an average of 330 sunny days a year, with few clouds. The main tourist resorts (including the ones on the cays) have international airports, and the excellent hotel infrastructure is complemented with a wide range of extra hotel facilities (car and bus rentals, marinas, scuba-diving centers, shops, beauty parlors, fitness centers, etc.), entertainment during the day and at night, excursions to nearby cities, medical attention, and special family and honeymoon Cuba holiday packages.
The cays which form the outermost fringe of the archipelago are particularly enticing. They have been left in nearly their natural state, with their original flora and fauna, so they still look much as they did when Christopher Columbus discovered these lands over five centuries ago.
The high degree of conservation of its coral formations and beaches attests to its cleanliness. It has a gentle subtropical climate, the product of warm water cooled by The trade winds, so temperatures range between 75.2 and 84.2 F. (24 and 29 C.).
There are places-anonymous as yet or little known-virgin beaches which are not the exception but rather the rule. Large or small, they are waiting to be discovered on the Guanahacabibes Peninsula, a preserve of the biosphere; the coasts in the center and eastern parts of the country; and in tranquil Baracoa, at the eastern extreme of the island. You can enjoy them to the full in complete safety. There’s nothing quite like walking along a beach for hours with nothing to disturb you.
In 1985, the French oceanologist Jacques-Yves Cousteau’s crew was very impressed by Cuba’s seabed-most of all, by their exploration of the Cristobal Colon, a Spanish ship which was sunk during the naval battle that was fought just off Santiago de Cuba in i8g8. According to the divers, who have worked all over the world, few other places are as well preserved or have such a wealth of marine life. His colleagues waxed so enthusiastic that Cousteau, then 75, decided to put on an aqualung and see for himself. He wasn’t disappointed.
Moreover, history has added an extra fillip. There ar over a thousand sunken ships in Cuba’s waters: pirat ships and also galleons filled with treasure which was being taken from the New World to the Old and fell victim to pirates or storms.
Cuba without a doubt is one of the most beautiful tourist destinations in the Caribbean. Combine that fact with a super rich history and you have the perfect formula for an unforgettable holiday.
Before booking your holidays to Cuba. Visit www.quest2cuba.co.uk for more information on the best Cuba tours.
Dec 21
Aaron MauretteCaribbean Caribbean, cuba, Cuba Holidays, Cuba Tours, Cuba Travel, havana, Holidays, leisure, tourism, travel, Travel Tips, Vacation Rentals, Vacations
The largest island in the Caribbean, Cuba is a fascinating blend of white sand beaches, mountain forest, tobacco plantations, and a rich and colourful heritage. Visitors to Cuba will be enchanted by this intriguing island, whether you choose to stay at a beach resort or combine a beach holiday with a stay in Havana.
If you are a water sports lover Cuba is the perfect destination, with astonishing white sandy beaches, crystal clear waters, coral reefs and limestone formations just few meters away from the shores.
For SCUBA diving packages or sailing holidays to Cuba the best is to speak to a specialist. Only few tour operators deal with this kind of package holidays. They are more tailor made and it requires more knowledge and research from the agent.
If you are more into cultural package holidays to Cuba then why not visit Havana. Without a shadow of doubt the capital of Cuba will keep you very busy visiting museums, cigar factories, monuments, beautiful squares and cafes. Other interesting locations worth mentioning are Trinidad, Cienfuegos and Santiago de Cuba. This last location is particularly famous for its Caribbean touch and its musical traditions.
Shopping is Cuba is not great but there is a number of local craft markets on each of the main destinations throughout the island. Coffee, rum and Cigars are the main souvenirs travellers take home when they visit Cuba. Prices are very cheap except for the Cuban cigars which could cost up to 400.00 CUC a box.
You could have a tailor made programme designed just for you. Ask a specialist to put something together for you. Let him know what are your preferences and he/she will get back to you with some good options. Don’t expect it to be necessarily expensive. In some cases tailor made packages are cheaper than the average beach package holiday.
If you are unable to find the holiday in Cuba that you are looking for, or would like more information about staying in Cuba, or flying to Cuba, please call to speak to our dedicated travel team, who are on hand seven days a week to help you find your perfect stay in Cuba.
Jose Garces is a reservation consultant who works for San cristobal UK( a cuban tour operator based in UK specialized in Cuba Holidays. If you need further information about Cuba you can follow the link all about Cuba
Dec 14
Jose Maurette GarcesCaribbean Caribbean, Caribbean beaches, cuba, Cuba Holidays, Cuba Travel, leisure, outdoors, tourism, travel, Vacations
Picked up in a recent publication, Santiago de Cuba famous for its historic uprisings and revolutions has been recommended as one of the best destinations in the world for the year 2010 and a must see place in your Cuba holidays.
There is no better place to get to know today’s Cuba than the celebrated Santiago de Cuba according to Frommers who has rated this city as one of the top 10 destinations.
“Santiago is a culturally rich and scenic city that retains the intimate, friendly feel of a provincial capital, with peaceful neighborhoods where men play dominoes outdoors on hilly streets,” the website said.
Rough Guides: a British publisher of travel related information, appreciated for their truthful and fresh content suggested a great deal of change is expected in Cuba with regards to the tourist industry and its main focus which up to date has been the European Market.
Not long from now is the day in which Cuba sees a huge flock of American tourists arriving to Havana as suggested by Reuters and with it the necessary changes in what today is one of the least spoilt holiday destinations in the world.
Santiago de Cuba is also the birth place of the world famous Bacardi Rum. First founded by Don Facundo Bacardi in 1862, the drink has since become renowned around the world and is now produced in Puerto Rico.
For European travelers the best way to reach Santiago de Cuba is by flying to Holguin Airport located 3 hours drive from Santiago or arrive to Havana and after few days exploring the Capital move on to Santiago by taking a domestic flight.
According to reviews extracted from various websites the best time to be in Santiago de Cuba is the week comprising the 26 July. Even though is the hottest time in the year it is worth a visit mainly for its famous Carnivals. The joy of the locals is very contagious and travelers can enjoy the endless street parties that take place all around this historic city.
Before booking your holidays to Cuba. Visit www.quest2cuba.co.uk by Jose Mauricio Maurette for more information on the best Cuba tours.
Dec 10
Jose MauretteCaribbean Caribbean, cuba, Cuba Holidays, cuba hotels, Cuba Travel, havana hotels, Hotels, outdoors, tourism, travel, Travel Tips, Vacations
At this stage you are probably looking for the best hotels in Havana to stay. I will highlight in this article few of the best hotels you can easily book online. If you are booking a holiday package most of these hotels will be offered by your travel agents.
Havana is divided into 14 quarters of which the most interesting and popular among tourists are the Old Town (Habana Vieja), Vedado and Miramar. Probably the best place to stay is the Old Town.
There are 22 hotels in the Old Town. If you are looking for the best possible accommodation in Havana you can get then I would recommend Parque Central Hotel, Saratoga Hotel and Santa Isabel Hotel.
Other hotels worth staying are the boutique 4 star hotels in the Old Town. All managed by the leading Havana hotelier Habaguanex. The most relevant fact about these hotels is the fact that they were all built in the 18th Century and they all have a great deal of character.
Among these 4 star hotels worth mentioning Raquel Hotel and Condes de Villanueva. They have very good reviews. Their location can not be better and their architecture styles are simply astonishing.
Some cheaper accommodation facilities in the Old Town which I dare to recommend are Park View Hotel and Beltran de Santa Cruz. The last one has only 14 rooms and is highly demanded because of its room prices (average 40.00 CUC per person per night).
The cheapest hotels in the Old Town are El Lido and Lincoln Hotel. These are 2 star hotels suitable for students or other travellers on a tight budget. They are very basic but they all have air conditioning, bathroom ensuite and satellite TV.
In general Hotels in Old Havana are the best ones in terms of location and quality of the service. If you want to stay in a 5 star hotel you will be looking at around 85.00 CUC per person per night. A more economic yet very decent accommodation would be the 4 star hotel option with prices around 60.00 CUC per person per night.
For further information on Havana Hotels please visit Holidays to Cuba web site by J. M. Maurette
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