Havana
Best time to be there
Cuba's climate it typically Caribbean with wet and dry seasons. The best time to visit is from November to May with dry and sunny days. Humidity and rainfall increase during the wet season from June to October with an average of 33 degrees, whilst the hurricane season begins in July and usually continues through to October.
Fly to
Havana - Virgin Atlantic, Wednesday and Sunday
flying time
9 hours direct
time difference
GMT -5 hours
Visas
Required - obtainable in advance
Health Requirements
No mandatory vaccinations
Itineraries
A Tale of Two Cities
A tale of Two cities highlights * Fascinating contrasts * Vibrant Havana * Beautiful beach resort Read more ...
Cuban Charms
Cuban Charms highlights * Fascinating and vibrant Havana * Historic central Cuba * Stunning beaches Read more ...
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Founded in 1519, Havana is a fascinating city and a must for anyone's visit to Cuba. Extensive fortifications, sumptuous colonial buildings and lavish churches tell of a varied and colourful history. Yet financial hardship since the 1960 Revolution and weather erosion from the sea has today brought about an air of faded glory to the city. Plaster is crumbling and paint is peeling, but with the relatively recent declaration by the United Nations that the city represents a World Heritage Site, restoration of the historic centre and Malecon is underway - slowly but surely!
While away afternoons exploring the old city by horse & carriage marveling at the Capitolio building, the Gran Teatro, the Plaza Cathedral and the Plaza de Armas. Alternatively 'cruise' Havana of the 1950's in a classic American car visiting the Partagas or Corona tobacco factory before heading on to the Fundacion Havana Club to learn all about the famous Cuban rum and how it is produced. Finally don't forget to find time to relax and enjoy a mojito in Hemingway's legendary bar La Bodeguita.
Suggested Havana Accommodation
NH Parque Central
The NH Parque Central Hotel occupies a prime position overlooking the Parque Central and the Capitolio building. Art deco in style, the hotel offers 200 or so contemporary rooms...
Saratoga Hotel
Recently transformed to reflect its original 1930s glory, the famous Saratoga Hotel is an iconic landmark in the centre of Havana. The neo-classical façade overlooks the famous Capitolio...
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