TRAVEL
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Issue 55 / 2013
Issue 54 / 2013
3 REASONS TO VISIT:
CUBA
I don't think I can portray the extent of Cuba's beauty on paper - you have
to see it yourself - but I will attempt to give you a glimpse into the ravishing
experience.
WEATHER
CULTURE
In the expected situation that you'll take a
plane from the UK to Cuba (seeing as you
are reading this while standing on English
soil), prepare to sit in the same seat for
10 hours, repeatedly watching movie 'premieres' that came out 3 years ago. However, if we look past that minor setback,
visiting Cuba is truly remarkable. I also
imagine you are travelling there in the expectation that you will be in extremely hot
weather - if you "lobsterise" easily, definitely bring the high factor sunscreen, but
Cuba's beautiful weather will never disappoint those of us who crave the Sun.
In the peaceful, rural atmosphere, it might not
be obvious that the country boasts a strong
sense of culture and community. However,
when you engage in conversation with a
group of bongo playing singers, it becomes
clear that the country oozes with it. Locals
want you to engage in all their activities, be
it dancing, singing or even cooking. Havana,
the partying capital, holds various events
throughout the year for the 2.1 inhabitants
and the visitors. With visual and performing
arts, festivals, and even a Cuban China City,
this town really has something to offer if you
want to indulge into an enriched culture.
FOOD
Depending on where you decide to stay, there will be a multitude of opportunities to try traditional Cuban dishes such as Boliche, Arroz con pollo, Pastelito and many more. Cuban cuisine
is a mixture of Spanish, African, and Caribbean cuisine, with the mouth-watering spices leading
to you slurping down some traditional Cuban drinks such as the delicious Mojito and Havana
Cooler. If you're more of a sandwich person, do not be afraid! Cubans also prepare several sandwich dishes which do not disappoint! So whether it's a hot bowl of rice and chicken infused with
tongue-tingling spices, or a double decker sandwich with 4 types of meat and some hot sauce,
you will not be hungry in this food paradise.
