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Cuba, the land where time has stood still!

Travel with us through our pictures so we can show you why we feel you should visit Cuba and discover this beautiful island nation.

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50 Reasons To Visit Cuba!

Let’s start with the iconic shots…….

Classic car in Viñales National Park, Cuba — Viñales National Park – Visit Cuba

The cars

Destination Addict - Classic cars on the streets of Havana, Cuba — Classic cars on the streets of Havana

The classic cars

Classic car on the streets of Trinidad, Cuba — Classic car on the streets of Trinidad

That seem to look good photographed from any angle!

Destination Addict - Classic car on the streets of Cárdenas, Cuba — From another angle in Cárdenas

Then there’s all the colour

Destination Addict - Colourful trees on the streets of Cárdenas, Cuba — Colourful trees & buildings in Cárdenas – Cuba

And the detail

Destination Addict - The Palacio de Valle, Cienfuegos, Cuba — The Palacio de Valle, Cienfuegos

Which is….

Destination Addict - Detailed house markings in Cárdenas, Cuba — Detailed house markings in Cárdenas,

Everywhere you look!

Destination Addict - Iglesia La Parroquia and Statue of Christopher Columbus, Cardenas, Cuba. — Iglesia La Parroquia and Statue of Christopher Columbus, Cardenas

From the crumbling old buildings of Old Havana

Destination Addict Crumbling old building, old Havana, Cuba — Crumbling old building, **Old Havana**

To the beautifully restored

Destination Addict - Beautifully restored building, Havana, Cuba — Beautifully restored building, Havana

But nothing new

Destination Addict - La Catedral, Havana, Cuba — La Catedral, Havana – Visit Cuba

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Just history

Destination Addict - Statue of José Martí standing proud in the main plaza of Cienfuegos, Cuba — Statue of José Martí standing proud in the main plaza of Cienfuegos

Arts & culture

Destination Addict - Ballet Nacional de Cuba, Havana — Ballet Nacional de Cuba, Havana

And a fierce national pride

Destination Addict - The Cuban flag hanging proud in Trinidad — The Cuban flag hanging proud in Trinidad

Cuban Farmers

Destination Addict - Cuban farmer working as he has done for years, Viñales National Park, Cuba — Cuban farmer working as he has done for years, **Viñales National Park**

Working just as they have done for centuries

Destination Addict - A smiling Cuban Farmer, Viñales National Park, Cuba — A smiling Cuban Farmer, Viñales National Park,

The picture perfect beaches

Destination Addict - Enjoying views at Playa Larga, Cuba — Enjoying views at Playa Larga

And crystal clear waters

Destination Addict - Hanging out at the beach at Havana Club in Havana, Cuba — Hanging out at the beach at Havana Club in Havana

The sand between your toes kinda days

Destination Addict Chilling on Varadero Beach, Cuba — Chilling on Varadero Beach

Just enjoying the beach

Destination Addict - Relaxing on Varadero Beach, Cuba — Relaxing on Varadero Beach

And if you’re lucky having it almost to yourself

Destination Addict - Enjoying some chill out time at sunset, Playa de Santa Maria, Cuba — Enjoying some chill out time at sunset, Playa de Santa Maria

Because of the traffic

Destination Addict - Road sign in Viñales, Cuba — Road sign in Viñales

Or serious lack of it

Destination Addict - Sign at a cross roads in the middle of the Cuban countryside — Sign at a cross roads in the middle of the Cuban countryside whilst visiting Cuba

Which makes it a great country for cycling

Destination Addict - On the road cycling from Mantanzas to Varadero, Cuba — On the road cycling from Mantanzas to Varadero

Not to mention the hiking too

Destination Addict - Hiking in Viñales National Park, Cuba — Hiking in Viñales National Park

50 Reasons To Visit Cuba!

Complete with awesome murals like these!

Destination Addict - At the Mural de Prehistoria, Viñales National Park, Cuba — At the Mural de Prehistoria, Viñales National Park

The horse drawn carriages

Destination Addict - Taking a horse drawn carriage on the streets of Cárdenas, Cuba — Taking a horse drawn carriage on the streets of Cárdenas

The horses

Destination Addict - A Cuban farmer & his horse, Viñales National Park, Cuba — A Cuban farmer & his horse, Viñales National Park

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The puppies that are so adorable

Destination Addict - Having cuddles with some very cute puppies, Playa Larga, Cuba — Having cuddles with a very cute puppies, Playa Larga

Even if they do steal your ice cream!

Destination Addict - Puppies tucking into our ice cream, Playa Larga, Cuba — Puppies tucking into our ice cream, Playa Larga

And not forgetting the really cute piglets!

Destination Addict - Cute piglets intrigued by the Go Pro, Viñales National Park, Cuba — Cute piglets intrigued by the Go Pro, Viñales National Park

For the sunrises

Destination Addict - Sunrise in Havana, Cuba — Sunrise in Havana – Visit Cuba

And of course the sunsets

Destination Addict - Sunset in Cárdenas, Cuba — Sunset in Cárdenas

For the Mojitos

Destination Addict - Mojitos being made at La Bodeguita del Medio, Havana, Cuba — Mojitos being made at La Bodeguita del Medio, Havana

Made with the one & only

Destination Addict - Enjoying moijtos made with Havana Club Rum, Havana, Cuba — Enjoying moijtos made with Havana Club Rum, Havana

Because when there’s no internet there’s not much do to but just hang out……

Destination Addict - Cubans hanging out on the streets of Cárdenas, Cuba — Cubans hanging out on the streets of Cárdenas

And get inventive

Destination Addict - Homemade baby bike seat, Mantanzas, Cuba — Homemade baby bike seat, Mantanzas

With what you’ve got!

Destination Addict - Making the most of the garden area, Havana, Cuba — Making the most of the garden area, Havana

Because Cubans are ace at baseball

Destination Addict - Watching a baseball match, Havana, Cuba — Watching a baseball match, Havana

But not so good at food UNLESS you pick somewhere like this

Destination Addict - Finca El Parisio, Viñales, Cuba — Finca El Parisio, Viñales

Then you’ll be in for a real home cooked treat

Destination Addict -A home cooked Cuban feast at Finca El Parisio, Viñales, Cuba — A home cooked Cuban feast at Finca El Parisio, Viñales

All organically grown

Destination Addict - The gardens of Finca El Parisio, Viñales, Cuba — The gardens of Finca El Parisio, Viñales

And watered daily by these guys

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For the endless photo opportunties

Destination Addict - Taking some snaps in Cienfuegos, Cuba — Taking some snaps in Cienfuegos

That will get you stopping absolutely everywhere

Destination Addict - Striking a pose in Cárdenas, Cuba — Striking a pose in Cárdenas

To try a hand rolled cigar

Destination Addict - Cigar rolling Viñales National Park, Cuba — Cigar rolling Viñales National Park

As smoked by this guy

Destination Addict - Cuban farmer smoking his cigar, Viñales National Park, Cuba — Cuban farmer smoking his cigar, Viñales National Park,

To enjoy chilled evenings

Destination Addict - Chilling on Playa Larga, Cuba — Chilling on Playa Larga

Relaxed mornings

Destination Addict - Meditating on Playa Larga, Cuba — Meditating on Playa Larga

And smile about what an amazing time you’ve had

Destination Addict - At the Palacio de Valle, Cienfuegos, Cuba — At the Palacio de Valle, Cienfuegos

We really hope you have enjoyed our 50 Reasons To Visit Cuba In Pictures and we’d love to know what you think, so please leave us a comment below.

If you have any questions at all on anything we have featured here we’d also love to hear!

You can check out all of our other adventures on Cuba right here.

Happy Travels 🙂

Kelly & Adam x

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15 thoughts on “50 Reasons To Visit Cuba – In Pictures”

Sara says:
Amazing pictures guys! ❤️
23 September 2017 at 16:53
- Kelly says:
  Thanks so much for checking them out, we are so happy you like them ❤️
  23 September 2017 at 18:14
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Elizabeth says:
Wow it’s so beautiful, such a treat for the eyes – and awww those piglets! I dream of visiting! 😀 xx
elizabeth ♡ ”Ice Cream” whispers Clara
(I would love to follow each other on bloglovin if you like! :D)
27 September 2017 at 21:53
- Kelly says:
  Thanks so much for checking these out Elizabeth, we are so happy that you enjoyed our pics ????
  The piglets were super cute & very inquisitive of our Go Pro. Cuba is an amazing country & we really hope you get to visit soon Xx
  29 September 2017 at 03:55
Tom says:
Wow, this really makes me want to go to Cuba <3 You did a fantastic shot with taking those pictures! I really love the picture of the gardens of finca el parisio.
8 October 2017 at 16:38
- Kelly says:
  Thanks Tom, glad you like the pictures, Cuba is easily one of the most photogenic countries I have visited ❤️
  9 October 2017 at 04:33
Frank says:
So much to see, I really like the architecture and history in your photos. I hope we can visit before Cuba gets more modernized!
8 October 2017 at 17:54
- Kelly says:
  Thanks Frank, yes a visit there soon would be great, I visited in 2015 & again this year & could see some differences even in that short space of time. It is a fascinating country with a vibrancy like no other, I hope you guys get to visit soon!
  9 October 2017 at 04:37
Elisa says:
Fantastic article guys! You’ve definitely sparked my wanderlust for Cuba!! The pics are great
8 October 2017 at 19:09
- Kelly says:
  Thanks Elisa, so good to hear that some Cuba wanderlust has been sparked, it’s an incredible country!
  9 October 2017 at 04:38
Stef and Chad says:
I was hoping the old cars would be part of the list! So awesome. But, I also absolutely love the cows and the beaches and water look amazing. I didn’t need much convincing to want to visit, but now Cuba moved a little higher on our list!
8 October 2017 at 20:15
- Kelly says:
  They are everywhere & are one of the many reasons to visit, it is such a beautiful country stepped in history & culture & filled with colour, I hope you guys get to visit soon ????
  9 October 2017 at 04:39
Sarah says:
So much colour in these pics guys! That tree in Cardenas alone is so vivid. The beaches look awesome, but to be honest you had me at puppies and piglets! Thanks for sharing your travels 🙂
9 October 2017 at 16:08
- Kelly says:
  Thanks for checking this out Sarah, the piglets & those puppies were so adorable! It was so funny how the piglets were so intrigued by our Go Pro!
  11 October 2017 at 21:35

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50 Reasons To Visit Cuba – In Pictures

50 Reasons To Visit Cuba!

Let’s start with the iconic shots…….

The cars

The classic cars

That seem to look good photographed from any angle!

Then there’s all the colour

And the detail

Which is….

Everywhere you look!

From the crumbling old buildings of Old Havana

To the beautifully restored

But nothing new

Just history

Arts & culture

And a fierce national pride

Cuban Farmers

Working just as they have done for centuries

The picture perfect beaches

And crystal clear waters

The sand between your toes kinda days

Just enjoying the beach

And if you’re lucky having it almost to yourself

Because of the traffic

Or serious lack of it

Which makes it a great country for cycling

Not to mention the hiking too

50 Reasons To Visit Cuba!

Complete with awesome murals like these!

The horse drawn carriages

The horses

The puppies that are so adorable

Even if they do steal your ice cream!

And not forgetting the really cute piglets!

For the sunrises

And of course the sunsets

For the Mojitos

Made with the one & only

Because when there’s no internet there’s not much do to but just hang out……

And get inventive

With what you’ve got!

Because Cubans are ace at baseball

But not so good at food UNLESS you pick somewhere like this

Then you’ll be in for a real home cooked treat

All organically grown

And watered daily by these guys

For the endless photo opportunties

That will get you stopping absolutely everywhere

To try a hand rolled cigar

As smoked by this guy

To enjoy chilled evenings

Relaxed mornings

And smile about what an amazing time you’ve had

We really hope you have enjoyed our 50 Reasons To Visit Cuba In Pictures and we’d love to know what you think, so please leave us a comment below.

If you have any questions at all on anything we have featured here we’d also love to hear!

You can check out all of our other adventures on Cuba right here.

50 Reasons To Visit Cuba – Related Posts

Solo Cycle Tour In Cuba – By A Couple Of Complete Amateurs

Cost Guide – What We Spent Backpacking In Cuba

Cuba Budget Travel – My Top 5 Tips

Planning A Trip To Cuba? – Things To Know Before You Go

Viñales National Park – How To See It Without A Guide And Other Cool Viñales Tips

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