Eastern Cuba is one serendipitous adventure after another, whether its reflecting on the life of the iconic Che Guevara at the Mausoleum in Santa Clara, marvelling at the collection in the Botanical Garden in Cienfuegos, wandering the cobblestone streets of Trinidad, quaffing a local beer in the village of Manaca Iznaga, meeting artists in their studios in Camaguey or experiencing the flavour of the city on a Bixi-Taxi tour, becoming entranced by the music of Santiago-from the Afro-Cuban drum rhythms of Tumba Francesca to the lively traditional performances at Casa de la Trova; engaging in the beautiful scenery in and around Gibara in Holguin Province, and experiencing amazing culinary offerings throughout the entire journey.  Culture and history combine with local interaction and smiles to make Eastern Cuba a destination to pursue.

Steve Gillick, Travel writer