Feb 25, 2010 - Varadero

Feb 25 - Varadero Variable Varadero . ...

Feb 23, 2010 - Thoughts on Cuba

Feb 23 - Our thoughts on Cuba Having travelled through Mexico for two months last year, and spending considerably more time there, it’s natural to make comparisons between the two countries. After a few days of relaxation at the Blau Varadero, we have both had time to reflect on our time travelling through Cuba. ... Cuba is, in a nutshell, very complicated.Feb 23 - Our thoughts on Cuba Having travelled through Mexico for two months last year, and spending considerably more time there, it’s natural to make comparisons between the two countries. After a few days of relaxation at the Blau Varadero, we have both had time to reflect on our time travelling through Cuba. ... Cuba is, in a nutshell, very complicated....

Feb 21, 2010 - Remedios to Varadero

Feb 21 – Remedios to Varadero via Santa Clara We decided to leave Remedios early so we can spend Sunday in Santa Clara and soak up the last bit of Cuban life before we spend a week at the beach in Varadero. ... When we arrive at the palatial Blau Varadero, we feel like country bumpkins with our road weary clothes and dusty backpacks. ... Regardless, we check in to our room, admire the king sized bed, and head to the buffet for a later dinner.Feb 21 – Remedios to Varadero via Santa Clara We decided to leave Remedios early so we can spend Sunday in Santa Clara and soak up the last bit of Cuban life before we spend a week at the beach in Varadero. ... When we arrive at the palatial Blau Varadero, we feel like country bumpkins with our road weary clothes and dusty backpacks. ... Regardless, we check in to our room, admire the king sized bed, and head to the buffet for a later dinner....

Feb 17, 2010 - Santa Clara...beisbol

Feb 17 – Santa Clara Santa Clara, for us, will always be about beisbol (baseball). ... It was in Santa Clara that Che and his group of revolutionaries liberated the city from Batista’s army in 1958 Batista. ... Santa Clara is playing Las Tunas at 1:00. ...

Feb 16, 2010 - Trinidad to Santa Clara

February 16 – Trinidad to Santa Clara We awoke, as usual, to a cacophony of sounds: the cooing of pigeons on the neighbour’s rooftop, the crowing of dozens of roosters vying to be the loudest, the clip clop of horses pulling wagons, the reciprocal barking of dogs left outside for the night, morning traffic transporting workers, and Fernando whistling his favourite song, “Strangers in the Night” (Victor vows to teach him a new song). ... The only unusual sound is that of a gentle rain tapping out a tune on the cement on our patio.February 16 – Trinidad to Santa Clara We awoke, as usual, to a cacophony of sounds: the cooing of pigeons on the neighbour’s rooftop, the crowing of dozens of roosters vying to be the loudest, the clip clop of horses pulling wagons, the reciprocal barking of dogs left outside for the night, morning traffic transporting workers, and Fernando whistling his favourite song, “Strangers in the Night” (Victor vows to teach him a new song). ... The only unusual sound is that of a gentle rain tapping out a tune on the cement on our patio....

Feb 15, 2010 - Trinidad

February 15 – Trinidad Joanne's fever broke during the night and she woke up with an appetite! What a way to lose a few pounsd! The antibiotics and other medications have worked wonders. ... We will take it easy today with a relaxing stroll through town and a taxi to the beach.February 15 – Trinidad Joanne's fever broke during the night and she woke up with an appetite! What a way to lose a few pounsd! The antibiotics and other medications have worked wonders. ... We will take it easy today with a relaxing stroll through town and a taxi to the beach....

Feb 14, 2010 - Trinidad

February 14 - Trinidad This morning finds Joanne imagining she has some energy and we ask our hostess for some french toast, mango and orange juice. ... Our hopes to visit the nearby beach (11km away) of Trinidad is in jeopardy. ... 2pm in Trinidad Today's optimism faded when we took her temperature to discover it had, once again gone up. ... Fernando, who is an architect, was the lead designer at the largest hotel on Trinidad beach. ... " February 15 - Trinidad am Quick update . ...

Feb 13, 2010 - Trinidad

February 13 - Trinidad Joanne's improvement is taking longer than expected and the rice and beans she had hoped to enjoy last night turns out to be a piece of bread and an early bed. ... Victor ventured out solo again to chat with our hosts and wander into town for a bite to eat and a chance to listen to some music.February 13 - Trinidad Joanne's improvement is taking longer than expected and the rice and beans she had hoped to enjoy last night turns out to be a piece of bread and an early bed. ... Victor ventured out solo again to chat with our hosts and wander into town for a bite to eat and a chance to listen to some music....

Feb 12, 2010 - Trinidad

February 12 - On Hold In Trinidad Whatever bug hit Joanne Thursday night has basically put her out of commission. ... Today, other than getting up to go for a walk and admire our host's beautiful 1956 Chevy, and another venture out to the Parque Cespedes, Joanne has stayed in with no energy, but improving.February 12 - On Hold In Trinidad Whatever bug hit Joanne Thursday night has basically put her out of commission. ... Today, other than getting up to go for a walk and admire our host's beautiful 1956 Chevy, and another venture out to the Parque Cespedes, Joanne has stayed in with no energy, but improving....

Feb 11, 2010 - Vinales to Trinidad

February 11 - Vinales to Trinidad What a difference a day makes. ... Leaving the cold & windy climate of Vinales brings us to the warmth of Trinidad, but not until 6 long hours on a cramped mini bus with a passenger that got quite car sick. ... The city of Trinidad is lovely. ...

Feb 10, 2010 - Vinales

February 10 - Vinales Es frio, mucho frio.February 10 - Vinales Es frio, mucho frio....

Feb 9, 2010 - La Habana to Vinales

February 9 - La Habana to Vinales (pronounced Vin yal es) It's an early morning departure by Cubanacan bus which we catch outside of the Ingleterra Hotel.February 9 - La Habana to Vinales (pronounced Vin yal es) It's an early morning departure by Cubanacan bus which we catch outside of the Ingleterra Hotel....