Product Description

Controversial and just a bit conflicted, Cuba is a nation like no other - rhythmic, colorful, sophisticated and whimsical all in one sumptuous breath. Unlock the syncopated beat of this island paradise, revel in Habana Vieja's culture and traditions, ramble along history's trail in the Sierra Maestra or simply sit back on a secret beach till manana dawns with this unparalleled and comprehensive guide. Wanna Cha Cha? - the secrets of salsa, son, mambo and more are revealed in our special Music chapter. Gaps On The Map - informed do-it-yourself content, day tripper itineraries and more than 60 maps open the doors to Trinidad, Santiago, Cayo Coco and more. Travel Back - the revolution didn't need to be televised, it comes to life with informed features and in-depth historic and cultural coverage. Que Bola Asere? - learn what this phrase means and more with our authoritative Language and Glossary chapters.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #2038 in Books
• Published on: 2006-11-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 520 pages

Customer Reviews

Quite useful
For my first trip to Cuba, this book was pretty accurate, up to date and informative in terms of places to visit, tourist attractions, what to do and where to go. It gives you useful advice on how much you are expected to tip, what to expect of the country and how to get around and where to go which was very useful. The only negative aspect of this book was probably the design layout. It covers a vast majority of aspects of Cuba which can be a lot to get through, the layout is quite difficult to read and its mostly black and white columns of writing do not make it appealing. As it is written from first hand experience it is definitely a very useful book for first time traveller's however a lot of the entertainment they had suggested for Havana, no one had heard of when i visited which was unusual. Overall highly informative but because it has so much to take in you can find yourself relying on it a bit too much and a smaller guide might be just as useful.

EXCELLENT
Not 5 stars because CUBA changes too quickly but the book covers the ground in the usual sound clear writing of Lonely Planet.

Do look at the book Mea Cuba by Infante for an alternative viewpoint.