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Francis Ford Coppola Visits Cuba

October 12, 2015July 16, 2015 by Cuba Journal

By the Cuba Journal staff Legendary filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola visited Cuba this week at the invitation of the International School of Cinema and Television in San Antonio de los Baños. Coppola, whose portfolio includes the Godfather films and Apocalypse Now, among others, said he had been to Cuba many times. Much of The Godfather … Read more

Forbidden Cuba: A New Type Of Film For A New Type Of Country

October 10, 2015July 15, 2015 by Cuba Journal

by Cuba Journal staff Art Jones describes his soon-to-be-released film, “Forbidden Cuba”, as a new type of film that blends fictional characters and a scripted storyline with real people and unexpected events – shot entirely on location in Cuba. Given Cuba’s recent change of course – making it a real-life blend of scripted storylines and … Read more

How to Make a Hemingway Daiquiri

October 30, 2015July 14, 2015 by Cuba Journal

The Hemingway Daiquiri – a twist on the classic cocktail of rum, lime juice and sugar – is the subject of some debate among the drink’s enthusiasts. The recipe commonly associated with the order of the “Hemingway Daiquiri” is actually that of “Daiquiri #3,” the long-time house Daiquiri of Havana’s El Floridita Bar, where Hemingway first ordered … Read more

Cuba Revealed Offers High Touch Cuba Travel Experience

October 10, 2015July 13, 2015 by Cuba Journal

by Cuba Journal staff Cuba Revealed offers a high touch Cuba travel experience for those seeking a journey that combines culture, education and no hassles. For $5,800, travelers will enjoy university professors, artists, musicians and organic farmers – in addition to bed and breakfast accommodations at various places around the island nation. Fees include air … Read more

Signs Point To A Cuban Real Estate Boom

October 10, 2015July 10, 2015 by Cuba Journal

by Cuba Journal staff Don’t let the thrill of Cuba’a resurgence blind you to the risks of owning Cuban real estate because, if you are American, the options are narrow and risky. For starters, US citizens who buy property in Cuba would be violating the Trading With the Enemy Act passed by the U.S. Congress … Read more

Google Pitches Plan For Island-wide WIFI Access

October 21, 2015July 8, 2015 by Cuba Journal

by Cuba Journal staff In a recent visit to Cuba, Google executives probed the government’s willingness to allow the search engine giant to scale up island-wide WiFi broadband Internet access almost overnight. Such a service would allow Cubans with smart phones to enjoy open Internet access – and would propel Cuba’s extremely low Internet penetration … Read more

Carnival to Launch Cruises to Cuba

October 10, 2015July 7, 2015 by Cuba Journal

Above: the MV Adonia By Alexander Britell MIAMI — Carnival Corporation is heading to Cuba. The cruise ship giant will become the first US-based cruise line to sail to Cuba, following approval by the US Department of the Treasury and the US Department of Commerce. The company will begin Cuba cruises in May 2016 on … Read more

This Top Cruise Line is Adding a Homeport in Havana

October 10, 2015July 6, 2015 by Cuba Journal

Above: Havana By the Cuba Journal staff A major cruise line is adding a new homeport in Havana. MSC Cruises, the world’s largest privately-owned global cruise line, will begin homeporting its MSC Opera in Havana in December. The 2,120-guest-ship will homeport for the winter 2015-16 seaon to offer 16 Caribbean cruises. The ship will include … Read more

Havana Celebrates First Public WIFI Access

October 10, 2015July 3, 2015 by Cuba Journal

By Cuba Journal Staff When the state telecom monopoly Etecsa announced in June that it would open numerous WiFi hotspots around the island, Cubans understandably doubted the service. Today, in the center of one of Havana’s busiest streets, Cubans are enjoying the new freedom. Users with an established account with with Etecsa can use the … Read more

The Best Museums in Havana

October 10, 2015July 2, 2015 by Cuba Journal

by Cuba Journal Staff

Few cities in the world can claim to possess a collection of museums with the stunning architecture that can be found in Havana. Cuba’s eventful 400 year history is reflected in the facades and architectural elements that document Spanish rule, revolution and a modern love of cars and rum. In short, there is something for everyone in the Havana art and architecture scene.

Some other museums to see include the National Museum of Beautiful Arts (Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes de Cuba), the Car Museum (Museo del Automovil), the Chocolate Museum (Museo del Chocolate).