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Havana, Viñales and Varadero: Cuba’s golden triangle of the West

Want to see some of Cuba’s finest city life, nature and beaches all in the same region? Havana, Viñales and Varadero are the three places to do it. Transport between this ‘golden triangle of the west’ is fast and efficient, and the journey itself provides treats for the eye. Each place has so much to offer. Here is the lowdown.

Jeremy John

Havana, Viñales and Varadero: Cuba’s golden triangle of the West

Playas del Este, lovely beaches just 12 miles from Havana city centre

Jeremy John

Playas del Este, lovely beaches just 12 miles from Havana city centre

Known as "Playas del Este", or "Eastern Beaches", they are filled with fine white sand and crystal-clear waters. The coastline tends to be much less occupied than resort beaches, giving a more intimate ambience. They are very popular with locals from Havana, although most "Habaneros" only make the trip out to the beaches during the summer months.

Havana and Varadero: culture and relaxation

Jeremy John

Havana and Varadero: culture and relaxation

One of the best ways to holiday in Cuba is to stay in two different places. By staying in Havana and Varadero you can experience many different sides to Cuba. Havana and Varadero are situated less than three hours apart from each other. Havana is the ultimate "city break", full of charm, excitement and innumerable things to do. Meanwhile, Varadero is the ultimate Caribbean beach holiday, with one of the world’s most beautiful stretches of sand and sea, and top quality services to match.

The best Cuba holiday destinations for thrill-seekers and nature lovers - adventure travel at its purest

Susana Corona

The best Cuba holiday destinations for thrill-seekers and nature lovers - adventure travel at its purest

Cuba is a wondrous archipelago full of natural wealth and wild beauty. No wonder then, that so many people are curious about the best Cuba holiday destinations for adventure travel. Those who like to get active on holiday and explore beyond picturesque cities and postcard-perfect beach resorts will find in Cuba the perfect wild paradise with a myriad of protected nature reserves to discover (plus some exciting city and beach destinations too!).

Beyond the beaches, what’s there to see in Cuba?

Carlotta Goodwin-thorp

Beyond the beaches, what’s there to see in Cuba?

Close your eyes for a second, I want you to focus on one word: Cuba… What were the first images that came to mind? A tropical destination? White sands and crystal blue seas, perhaps? You might even have travelled slightly further down the list of Cuba trigger words and landed at "cigars" and "mojitos".

City and Beach Holidays Without Leaving Havana

Carlotta Goodwin-thorp

City and Beach Holidays Without Leaving Havana

Beach getaway or city getaway…What if you could have both without having to sacrifice travel time or spend money on transfers? What if you could have amazing city fun AND incredible beach time without leaving Havana? Sounds interesting? Well keep reading!