Cuba in the Eyewitness Top 10 series from Dorling Kindersley is a condensed format guide book featuring dozens of illustrated, top ten lists for the traveller regardless of their disposable budget. To save you time & money a Top 10 Things to Avoid is also included. Top 10 lists are given for things to see & do across the isl&, as well as the top ten features of particular locations or events. Practicalities are not forgotten as Top 10s are also provided for topics such as planning your trip, getting around & shopping. Accommodation lists provide the ten most recommended places to stay for a range of budgets, whilst restaurant top tens feature as the guide works its way through the location in question. Simple, small street plans illustrate the location of the top ten recommends within their neighbourhoods & basic, fold out maps form the inside covers. An additional pull out feature of the guide suggests ideas on how to spend your day & a phrase section is included which will help the traveller to acclimatise. ...

From its ramshackle mansions & retro motors to stunning white beaches & fine cigars, Cuba`s unique culture is one of extremes. ...

Cuba with excellent topographic information on an indexed map from Gizi, with a street plan of central Havana, enlargements for the Varadero Peninsula, Valle de Viñales & the environs of the capital, plus a distance table. Vivid altitude colouring with graphics for mangrove & swamps, plus plenty of names of geographical

Features: peaks, mountain ranges, national parks & protected areas, etc., show the terrain. In coastal waters coral reefs are marked & sea depths are given. Road network gives distances on main & secondary routes &

Includes:: dirt tracks. Railways & local airfields are marked, as well as provincial administrative boundaries. Symbols highlight various places of interest including world heritage sites, locations with tourist accommodation, campsites, beaches, diving & fishing sites, marinas, etc. The map has latitude & longitude lines at intervals of 1º & an extensive index of localities. Map legend included English. Enlargements cover the Varadero Peninsula (1:50, 000) with names of numerous hotels & places of interest & Valle de Viñales (1:75, 000) with hiking trails. Also included is a street plan of Old Havana, annotated with places of interest, a map of greater Havana showing main access roads, districts & places of interest outside the city centre, plus a distance table.



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Cuba Handbook in the Handbooks series from Footprint; comprehensive & leading guides designed & written for independent travellers who enjoy exploring off the beaten track. Footprint guides have an established reputation, built up since 1921, for catering for more adventurous & individual travellers. An unrestrictive editorial style also gives authors the freedom to capture & explore local cultures, sights & areas that are often not covered in other guides. Widely recognised for their reliability & independent writing style, Footprint guides all have the same layout. Introductory sections introduce the reader to the destination, with chapters on planning on your trip & essentials, including practical information & guidance on subjects such as when & where to go, itineraries, sport & activities, arts, getting there & around, eating & drinks, sleeping & a dedicated section on the anticipated carbon footprint involved in travelling to the destination. Each guide is organised geographically by region or country, with individual sections having a particular focus on an extensive range of sights & places of interest. Further, there are also details of accommodation, nightlife, restaurants & any notable local activities. Information boxes throughout the text give readers an insight into local customs, stories & sights of particular interest.A ...

Moon's award-winning guide to Cuba provides you with the essential details needed to discover all the can't miss sights, attractions, & restaurants in Cuba for all budgets. Plus, Moon Cuba highlights the best lesser-known & local hotspots. Check out off-beat destinations such as Finca Manacas (the birthplace of Fidel), Parque Lennon, & Rumba de Salvador's Alley. Or read the intriguing sidebars on Tropicana nightclubs, cigars, & the history of Cuba. With firsthand experience & honest insight, bestselling author Christopher P. Baker provides you with all the tools you need to create your own unique experience. Chris's fun & creative travel suggestions can help you plan your perfect trip. ...

Cuba is in crisis. After 35 years of one-party rule, the island stands on the brink of dramatic change. Its economy destroyed by the collapse of the eastern bloc, its people suffering increasing hardship, Cuba`s unique political & social structures are close to collapse. What is life like in Cuba at this decisive moment in its history?” Cuba In Focus” explores:
- The History: Spanish rule, US domination, the age of dictators, the 1959 revolution & the birth of socialism- Politics & the Economy: The Communist Party, Fidel Castro & the myth of ` Che`, the Cold War & since, from sugar to tourism & the growth of the black market- People & society: The welfare state, human rights & dissidence, the Miami connection, women, youth & race- Culture: The symbolism of revolution, music, literature & film, Afro Cuba & religious expression; ideology & censorship
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The recent retirement of Fidel Castro turned the world`s attention towards the island nation of Cuba & the question of what its future holds. Amid the talk & hypothesizing, it is worth taking a moment to consider how Cuba reached this point. Antoni Kapcia provides this with his incisive history of Cuba since 1959. Kapcia`s history takes the Cuban Revolution as its starting point, analysing the process of social revolution, its benefits & disadvantages, popular participation in the revolution & the development of its ideology. Kapcia probes Castro`s rapid rise to national leader, exploring his politics of defence & dissent as well as his contentious relationship with the USA from the beginning of his reign. The book also considers the evolution of the revolution`s international profile & Cuba`s foreign relations over the years, investigating issues & events such as the Bay of Pigs crisis, Cuban relations with Communist nations like Russia & China, & the flight of asylum-seeking Cubans to Florida over the decades. The collapse of the Soviet Union between 1989 & 1991 catalysed a severe economic & political crisis in Cuba, but Cuba was surprisingly resilient in the face of the catastrophe, Kapcia notes, & he examines the strategies adopted by Cuba over the last two decades in order to survive America`s longstanding trade embargo. A fascinating & much-needed examination of a country that has served as an important political symbol & diplomatic enigma for the twentieth century, ” Cuba in Revolution” is a critical primer for all those interested in Cuba`s past or concerned with its future. ...

With its varied natural beauty & troubled history, Cuba is a land of startling contrasts. From historic sites & crumbling architecture to unspoilt beaches & vibrant nightlife, Insight Guide Cuba provides detailed coverage of this fascinating country, while full-colour photography & maps help you navigate with ease. Our detailed Travel Tips give you all the practical information you need to plan your trip, including our selection of the best & most authentic hotels & restaurants. ...

Cuba in the Pocket Guide series from Insight provides detailed commentary on a collection of itinerary based trips in a handy pocket format. The guide has an historical & cultural introduction, profiling the growth of the country. There is also a large selection of localised & pedestrian friendly tour itineraries designed to take in the major sites. Further sections detail leisure activities including shopping, eating out, nightlife, festivals & local events with accompanying addresses & contact details where relevant. There is also practical guidance on transport, local services, language & accommodation, a large selection of colour photographs & a pull-out pocket map. ...

Cuba at 1:600, 000 on a double-sided indexed map from ITMB printed on light, waterproof & tear-resistant plastic paper, with street plans of central Havana, central Santiago de Cuba & the Varadero Peninsula. The map is double-sided, dividing the country west/east with a good overlap between the sides. Altitude colouring with spot heights indicate the topography, with swaps, seasonal rivers, & coastal reefs also marked. The map shows Cuba’s road network including selected local roads & country tracks with locations of petrol stations & driving distances on main routes. Railway lines are included & local airports are marked. Also shown are internal administrative boundaries & names of the provinces (including the US base at Guantanamo). Symbols highlight places of interest, including campsites & selected accommodation, beaches & diving sites, viewpoints, caves, etc, some annotated with brief descriptions. Latitude & longitude lines are drawn at 30’ intervals. Each side has a separate index. Street plans, annotated with places of interest, services & accommodation, show central Havana (including the Old Town) & central Santiago de Cuba. The map also

Includes:: a street plan of the Varadero Peninsula tourist complex, naming numerous hotels, restaurants, beaches, etc.

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