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Stroll along one of the world’s longest underground rivers, among stalagmites, bats and more hidden treasures.

Marauding pirates and seafaring merchants were once spied from this hilltop vantage point, which now features a monumental cross with a viewing deck.

A pristine and undeveloped swath of lowland subtropical forest, this park features swimmable freshwater lagoons, a petting zoo and an iguana habitat.

Stroll along one of the world’s longest underground rivers, among stalagmites, bats and more hidden treasures.

Reward yourself with a swim in the pool of this pretty waterfall after hiking along a river through unblemished rainforest. 

Stroll along one of the world’s longest underground rivers, among stalagmites, bats and more hidden treasures.

A pristine and undeveloped swath of lowland subtropical forest, this park features swimmable freshwater lagoons, a petting zoo and an iguana habitat.

Travel back to the time of Cuba’s important sugar trade in this valley where remains of 50 historic sugar mills still stand.

Sit beneath the shade of a palm tree, browse the stands of a book fair and visit museums set in grand palaces at Havana’s oldest square.

Dine at lakeside restaurants, wander amid landscaped gardens, spot varied birdlife and partake in recreational pursuits at this picturesque park.

Get a glimpse into Hemingway’s everyday life at his Cuban home, which remains almost exactly as it was when he lived there in the 1940s.

Go snorkeling among tropical fish and coral and learn about pirates and slavery in these historic Dutch and Danish outposts.

Learn about the fascinating history of Cuba’s capital through the interesting fortresses, lively esplanades and plazas surrounded with colonial architecture in its old town district.

Travel back to the time of Cuba’s important sugar trade in this valley where remains of 50 historic sugar mills still stand.

The main square of Trinidad, Cuba, is lined with colorful historic buildings constructed during the region’s prominence as a sugar-producing center.

Sit on a bench in this pleasant park and watch the goings-on as the people of Santa Clara gather for music and friendship.

One of the earliest mansions of the city’s golden age is now a museum showing the elegant fineries of Trinidad’s wealthy sugar-producing period.

This city, famed mostly for its formidable cathedral, offers an authentic experience of the Dominican Republic away from the beachside resorts.

Enjoy the elegant colonial buildings, impressive art installations and great people-watching opportunities that make this Old Havana plaza so special. 

A pristine and undeveloped swath of lowland subtropical forest, this park features swimmable freshwater lagoons, a petting zoo and an iguana habitat.

See a pretty panorama of colonial architecture and historic monuments in this leafy park that marks the birthplace of Cienfuegos.

Sit beneath the shade of a palm tree, browse the stands of a book fair and visit museums set in grand palaces at Havana’s oldest square.

Get a glimpse into Hemingway’s everyday life at his Cuban home, which remains almost exactly as it was when he lived there in the 1940s.