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How Tech Promises To Radically Transform Cuba

January 8, 2016July 5, 2015 by Simons Chase

by Simons Chase According to economic development theory, technology transfer and deregulation hold great promise as a pathway for developing countries, like Cuba, to lift incomes, stimulate foreign direct investment and enhance quality of life. To date, the ligature between this type of neoclassical growth model and actual results has been government policy supported by … Read more

“Cuban Chrome” Reality TV Series Explores Cuban Car Culture

October 10, 2015July 3, 2015 by Simons Chase

by Cuba Journal Staff According to TVInsider, Cuban Chrome will explore the island nation’s car culture and the people who maintain its classic cars. US vehicles haven’t been imported to Cuba since the embargo began in 1960 – the embargo also applies to parts. Executive producer Craig Piligian says Cuban Chrome was in the works … 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).

US, Cuba Reopening Embassies, Reestablishing Diplomatic Relations

October 10, 2015July 1, 2015 by Cuba Journal

Above: US President Barack Obama makes the announcement By the Cuba Journal staff The United States and Cuba have decided to reestablish diplomatic relations and reopen their embassies, US President Barack Obama announced Wednesday. The move was confirmed in a letter from Obama to Cuba President Raul Castro. “This is an important step forward in … Read more

United States, Cuba to Announce Reopening of Embassies

October 10, 2015June 30, 2015 by Cuba Journal

Above: Havana, Cuba By the Cuba Journal staff After more than a half-century, the United States and Cuba are set to reopen their embassies. The two sides are set to make an official announcement of the moves on Wednesday, according to reports by a number of senior US administration officials. US President Barack Obama and US Secretary … Read more

A New Look at Cuba’s Sharks

October 10, 2015June 30, 2015 by Cuba Journal

By the Cuba Journal staff Discovery Channel’s Shark Week will offer a rare look into the efforts to locate and protect sharks with the premier of “Tiburnotes: The Sharks of Cuba.” The program, which will feature a look into Cuba’s largely unseen world and waters, airs on July 7. Viewers will witness the first-ever use … Read more

Why There’s Big Potential for US-Cuba Trade in This Sector

November 29, 2016June 30, 2015 by Cuba Journal

By the Cuba Journal staff As relations between the United States and Cuba continue to show signs of improvement, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has issued a report expressing the potential for mutually beneficial agricultural trade and resultant economic growth. The report points to the benefits of the resumption of normalized economic relations with Cuba, … Read more

Guantanamo Bay’s Epic History and Uncertain Future

October 10, 2015June 29, 2015 by Cuba Journal

Guantanamo Bay Naval Station (GTMO), the oldest overseas US navy base, is at the top of Cuba’s list of matters to resolve as US-Cuba negotiators try to normalize diplomatic relations. The 45-square-mile outpost symbolized America’s resolve to oppose Soviet intrusion in our hemisphere – and more recently serves as a modern haven for mysterious methods … Read more

New Poll Shows Overwhelming Support For Travel To Cuba

October 10, 2015June 26, 2015 by Cuba Journal

by Cuba Journal Staff A new poll by University of South Florida (Sarasota-Manatee) researchers shows that Americans overwhelmingly support the idea of traveling to Cuba for tourism. The poll shows 91 percent of respondents support lifting travel restrictions to Cuba and a slightly higher margin say the Cuban embargo should end. Another remarkable finding is … Read more