Travel and Volunteer Holidays in Cuba
View travel and volunteer programs in Cuba. Experience life in Havana and Santiago de Cuba, two vibrant cities full of culture and nightlife or view volunteer programs in Cuba helping local communities. You might want to learn Spanish or help volunteer programs. Cuba is one of the most remarkable and unusual places to visit in the Americas. Cuba has European style buildings, 1950s cars and a distinctly chilled, Caribbean vibe. Everywhere you turn Che’s iconic image stares back at you. One of the first things you notice about Cuba is the complete lack of brands and commercial shops that overwhelm western countries. Since the ban on trade with the states, Cuba has developed distinctly differently to its neighbouring islands. As a communist country the way of life is very different and it is a real eye opener to visitors.
View travel programs and tours in Cuba on our website, you could visit Castro's childhood home - Birán, which is now a museum, visit the colonial city of Camagüey full of history or go hiking and see waterfalls in Topes de Collantes. A recommendation is to go fishing in Cayo Coco & Cayo Guillermo or head to Santa Clara and check out Che Guevara memorabilia. It can be quite difficult to find volunteer opportunities but if you get in touch with local volunteer organizations and if you have specific skills like ESL teaching experience this can help. Cuba travel highlights include visiting the tourist town of Varadero which has beautiful beaches, seeing wildlife in Ciénaga de Zapata and going diving Punta Francés - one of the Caribbean's best diving spots.
Havana, the capital of Cuba, is one of the greatest attractions of the island. It is the first port of call for many visitors and contains several unmissable sights. The Museum of Revolution is a moving collection of revolution memorabilia and a fascinating insight into why Cubans revere the Argentinean born Ernesto Che Guevara. This museum is very informative and gives an interesting albeit slightly biased portrayal of Cuban history and the revolution. Anyone interested in literature may find Havana appealing because it was the home of Ernest Hemmingway from in the 1930s-40s. Many of the bars attract customers by professing that Hemmingway use to be a regular visitor there. Salsa is big in Havana and you’ll find it everywhere! Any visitor to Cuba should experience the Cuban salsa scene. Do not worry if you are not a good dancer, the atmosphere is very friendly and encouraging. There are many places to visit to indulge in salsa dancing both in central Havana and on the outskirts. Most venues play a mixture of live music and DJ sets. Salsa is not the only night time entertainment available, cabaret is also very popular in Cuba.
Cuba is an exciting, lively country that is steeped in amusements and adventure. There are a variety of tours available from experiencing the thrill of Havana or witnessing the tropical nature of the island. There are programmes dedicated to showing you an overview of what Cuba has to offer incorporating travel around the island and the main cities and sights. Whatever your interests, a tour of Cuba is a memorable adventure. For those who plan on staying in Cuba for an extended period, volunteering or studying Spanish is a great way to immerse yourself within Cuban culture. You’ll find that there are endless things to see and do in Cuba and by volunteering or studying you are able to experience everything that Cuba has to offer. With its beautiful weather and vibrant atmosphere, everyone who visits this tropical paradise wants to stay a little longer.
Visiting Cuba feels like entering in on a moment in history because with the slightest provocation it could change irrevocably. Whether compelled to submerge yourself in a constantly changing country steeped in historical and political history or if you just enjoy sun, sea and cheap rum- Cuba is the place to be! If you want an experience that is truly unique and unlike anything you have ever witnessed before, there is nothing that can be compared to Cuba.
