Category Archives: Cuba

Old Havana and Ernest Hemingway

Posted on 2016/02/07 by May Dayao

Hotel Ambos Mundos We end our walking tour of Old Havana at Hotel Ambos Mundos (it’s the pink one) built in 1924. This hotel is popular because of Ernest Hemingway. He stayed in this hotel from 1932 to 1939. The hotel … Continue reading →

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A Walk Around Old Havana: Plaza de la Catedral

Posted on 2016/02/07 by May Dayao

Havana Cathedral The Havana Cathedral (also known as the Cathedral of The Virgin Mary of the Immaculate Conception, located in the Plaza de la Catedral) dates back to the mid-18th century built by the Jesuits. Most of the houses surrounding this plaza … Continue reading →

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A Walk Around Old Havana: Plaza de San Francisco

Posted on 2015/07/19 by May Dayao

On the way to Plaza de San Francisco, you’ll notice such diverse architecture styles but it all seems to work together adding to the charm of Old Havana. One of the neat hotels we saw along the way was Hotel … Continue reading →

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A Walk Around Old Havana: The Old Square

Posted on 2015/07/13 by May Dayao

It’s hard to believe we’re now in the middle of July. Been busy travelling during the first half of this year and towards the quarter end of last year. Didn’t plan it that way but that’s how it worked out … Continue reading →

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Capitolio Nacional Cuba

Posted on 2015/02/22 by May Dayao

Last week, I finally made it to Havana – a dream come true! It didn’t disappoint. What a vibrant city! If you ever get a chance, it’s a must see. Over the next few posts, we will visit Old Havana or in … Continue reading →

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Postcards from Santa Clara, Cuba

Posted on 2012/08/15 by May Dayao

In February 2008, we took a much needed vacation to Cuba. We really needed to relax so we chose The Royal Hideaway in Santa Clara, Cuba. It was an all inclusive adults only resort. This was my first all inclusive … Continue reading →

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