Santa Clara, Tears of Sorrow and Joy, and A Plea for Sanity

Before diving into the last day of our trip, I want to offer my thanks, once again, to our fantastic … Continue reading Santa Clara, Tears of Sorrow and Joy, and A Plea for Sanity

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Trinidad

I’m guessing Buster Poindexter was in Trinidad when he recorded his smash hit. Not familiar with him? “Feelin’ hot, hot, … Continue reading Trinidad

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The “Bay of Pigs” and Cienfuegos

The road from Viñales to Cienfuegos is paved with history, culture, subterfuge, and pride – everything except much actual pavement. … Continue reading The “Bay of Pigs” and Cienfuegos

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Viñales

One hundred eighty kilometers and one hundred eighty degrees from Havana lies Viñales, a small town bordering the scenic Viñales … Continue reading Viñales

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Cuba: Havana

Let me begin at the end: on our last night in Cuba, Intrepid took us to a show entitled “Legendarios … Continue reading Cuba: Havana

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Cuba: Introduction, Traveling with Intrepid, and an Overview

Nearly ninety years ago, a remarkable woman was born in Jaruco, a small town in Cuba’s mountainous middle. Her parents … Continue reading Cuba: Introduction, Traveling with Intrepid, and an Overview