Archive for December 2008
Travel to Cuba
Cuba which is the alligator-shaped country island in the Caribbean has captivating beaches, proudly standing mountain ranges and tranquil plains. When you say Cuba, there is only one thing that it is famous for Cigar, Salsa music, Rhum and vacations. It is also synonymous to classic cars. It boasts of the 100% preserved wheels like the 1930 Cadillac V-16, the 1980 Daimler and a 1926 Rolls Royce.
One point of interest in Cuba is the old Havana that is being improved and turned into a fantastic museum showcasing things about the Spanish Empire gardening and architecture. Cuba is also famous because of the reference of the late great writer/sportsman Ernest Hemighway. The 5th level of the Hotel Ambos Mundos is being worked to become a tourist destination. This used to be Hemingway’s writing studio. You can actually sit and feel his presence in his typewriter, relax and enjoy the view from his balcony. See Pilar, Hemighway’s yacht docked in the harbor which has a mini version in his toy collection gallery. Havana (La Habana) offer to travelers a perfect selection of the most popular hotels in Cuba. When in Cuba, you get to enjoy not only the view and the history but also the rich dancing that it is known for. Enjoy the zest of pure Cuban drinks and music. The Tropicana dubbed as the “Paradise Under The Stars” sports rainforest scenery with attractive music coupled with talented Cuban men and women who makes a show of exotic dancing on a cobweb-shaped platform. Cuba is one of the busiest island countries in the Caribbean especially during the night. Music and dancing do not stop until the early dawn. Cuba’s ultimate beach destination is the Veradero which has dozens of beach resorts lining the shores. Xanadu is one attraction that you should not miss when you to Veradero.
Maine Festivals
Maine
June
Old Port Festival in Portland: music, parades, kiddie rides, dance and activities.
July
Yarmouth Clam Festival: crafts, seafood, performances and various artists.
August
Arts and Craft show in Cumberland: to admire Maine craftsmen.
September
County Fair in Cumberland: unmissable events like pumpkin contests, harness races, bull rides and a lot of music.
Fall Festival of Arts and Crafts in Westbrook with the Maine craftsmen.
Early December
Sparkle Week in Freeport: Carriage racing, Santa, carollers and hot cocoa for everyone.
Holiday Arts and Crafts Show in Portland with the Maine craftsmen.
