Cuba

Sweaty bodies gyrating to the music, the night is alive with possibilities! And this is only your first night in Cuba. Can you imagine how the rest of your vacation will play out?

Cuba is an island located about 90 miles off the coast of Key West, Florida. It is the largest of the Caribbean Islands. Since 1959, Cuba has been a tourist's dream vacation. It is home to fabulous beaches, gorgeous mountain vistas and lush, vibrant scenery. Cuba is also a country well renowned for its sexy nightlife as many clubs party long into the night. A country once off-limits, Cuba's beauty is now being revealed to the world.

Discover Cuba

Cuba is made up of three provinces -- Western Cuba, Eastern Cuba and Central Cuba. The country has some of the most colorful cities in the world. Havana and Trinidad are each World Heritage Sites. The country is rich in history and it is working hard to become the ideal tourist destination in the world. New Cuba hotels are popping up, older hotels are being renovated and the country is collecting steam as one of the premier eco-tourism spots in the world, thanks to its largely unpopulated rainforest region.

Traveling to Cuba

Flights to Cuba arrive at Jose Martí International Airport near Havana. The airport accepts air traffic from major airlines in Canada, Europe and Mexico.

Guests arriving from other nations will be required to have a tourist visa card, which is good for 30 days in Cuba with one renewal allowed. Canadians carrying tourist visa cards have 90 days to enjoy Cuba with one renewal allowed.

Since Spanish is the main language spoken in Cuba, it may help to have a Spanish dictionary with you. You may notice though, that Cubans speak a slightly different version of Spanish, but you should still be able to figure it out.

Cuba's Pleasures

The world's finest cigars, exquisite cuisine, sweet and spicy rum. Cuba is a country where the finer things are truly appreciated.

Take the time to visit Pinar del Rio, the cigar industry's leading manufacturing city. Or visit Santa Clara and see the Che Guevara Mausoleum.

Cuba is also well liked among hikers and bicyclists, as its scenery makes for some captivating and photographic opportunities.

Of course, Cuba has some heavenly beaches with Baracoa, Jardines del Rey, Varadero and Maria la Gorda offering truly splendid beachcombing. However, the nude Cuba beaches at Cayo Largo remain a top draw for many tourists.

Where to Stay in Cuba

Cuba is reinventing itself as a tourist hotspot, so now, more than ever, there are wonderful hotels to help make your experience in Cuba even more luxurious. For example, the Riviera Hotel in Havana has long been considered one of the country's best hotels. It's located right on the waterfront and it’s conveniently close to many of the local attractions. The Riviera is very renowned for its impeccable service.

Located in the Sierra del Rosario Biosphere Reserve, you can find the Hotel Moka nestled against the lush forests of Las Terrazas. Built in Spanish Colonial flair, the Hotel Moka offers unprecedented relaxation and gorgeous surroundings. The hotel features stunning gardens and there are trees actually growing through the hotel! Sublime opulence has never looked so unique.

These and other hotels in Cuba can easily be discovered and compared by taking your search online. You can use the Internet to help you plan your entire vacation. From the airfare to hotel availability to figuring out your travel itinerary, the Internet is a valuable source for the at-home travel planner. Use it today to begin planning your exciting Cuba vacation!