Grand Cayman, Bahamas & Cuba — Caribbean — Kuoni Travel Tropical Sun 2009 online holiday brochure

CUBA Discovered by Columbus in 1492, Cuba is the largest of the Caribbean islands and is undoubtedly the most captivating, intriguing and relaxation but we Varadero Ī Ī Havana Ī Cayo Coco Guardalavaca Ī beguiling. The island lies 90 miles south of Florida and about the same distance north of Jamaica. Fabulous beaches and a laid-back pace of life make it the perfect destination for also recommend venturing away from the beaches to experience the countrys colourful history and culture. The popular resort area of Varadero, with its clear seas and 13 miles of beaches, lies just 2Ŋ hours drive from the countrys UNESCO World Heritage listed capital, Havana. In the east of the island, backed by the Sierra Madre mountain range, the beautiful white sands of Guardalavaca are close to the historic cities of Holguin and Santiago de Cuba. Why not combine the history and vibrancy of Havana with one of Cubas enticing beaches? HAVANA + BEACH Havana offers a genuine taste of Cuba: beautifully restored colonial architecture, 1950s American cars and a vibrant Latin atmosphere. The city boasts many fascinating attractions including museums, cigar factories, jazz clubs and reminders of Hemingway. Tryp Habana Libre: This superior medium class hotel located in the Vedado district of Havana, is an ideal base for sightseeing. Originally built as a Hilton, the hotel served for a short period as the headquarters for the Cuban revolution but was renamed and nationalised following severance of ties with the US. Now part of the Sol Melia group, the hotel offers a choice of restaurants serving international and Cuban cuisine. The 572 rooms come with airconditioning, bathroom, fridge and television. NB Please see the relevant hotels page for prices and details of our two centre holidays. Durations, hotels, room categories and meal plans can be amended to create a tailormade holiday. 122

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