The Viñales Valley is known as the garden of Cuba. Photo: Irene Pérez/ Cubadebate.
Spain-based news magazine Hola ranked Cuba among the “coolest” travel destinations of 2023 for young travelers looking for “a true immersion in culture and local life”.
The selection published on the Hola website is based on a study by Weromad, a company specializing in millennial travel. He points to the great interest in visiting tropical destinations where one can experience endless summer and authentic experiences.
When describing Cuba, the publication emphasizes “The charm of Havana, the tobacco plantations of Viñales, the Keys and their magnificent Caribbean beaches, the colonial flavor of Trinidad” and the chance to discover how one of the best rums in the world is made: Havana Club.
Likewise, various activities are proposed: Hiking through the Havana Malecon in vintage cars, taste a Mojito at the famous Bodeguita del Medio and enjoy the nightlife of the capital. In cryingHola invites you to visit the places where the production of the cigars; including the Vegas Robaina plantation or the Francisco Donatien factory. He points out that horseback riding, hiking and other unforgettable adventures are possible.
In addition to Cuba, the list features such exotic destinations as Japan, Iceland and Thailand; among others, which form the last set of seven proposals.
(Recorded by Bon Voyage to Cuba)