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Level 4, 66 Wyndham Street
Auckland, New Zealand
Level 4, 66 Wyndham Street
Auckland, New Zealand
Havana is the capital city of Cuba and one of the largest and most vibrant cities in the Caribbean. It boasts an old town area, a 19th-century district of densely packed, houses and narrow streets contrasting with the high-rise city center (Vedado). The sea wall, known as the Malecón, extends for 8km and is a popular walking spot. Havana’s best beaches, the Playas del Este, are about 20km from the center.
Exploring la Habana Vieja is a must. The streets and alleys of this colonial-era city center have been perfectly restored. You can visit the plazas, churches, and forts here. The Calle Tacón market is great for souvenir shopping and a walk along the Malecon in the afternoon is a great way to finish the day. The Hotel Nacional is a good place to grab a cool drink and enjoy the setting sun from their "Compass Card" outdoor terrace.
Things to See & Do
* La Habana Vieja - the old town
* Walk along the Malecon - sea wall
* Tobacco factory tour
* Plaza de la Revolucion – city square
* Water sports Reef diving
Cruise Season – Jan - Dec
Currency – Cuban Peso (CUP)
Language – Spanish
Land Area – 110,860 sq km
Population – 2,000,000
Electricity – 2 perpendicular flat pins USA style or with a round pin below
Time – GMT minus five hours
International Country Telephone Code – + 1 – 53
Port Location – Only some cruise ships call at Cuba.
Transport Links - Havana (HVA) (José Martí International) is 15km (9 miles) southwest of the city. Cuba’s national bus service Astro, connects all the main towns and suburbs at least once or twice a day.The principal rail route is from Havana to Santiago de Cuba, with four daily trains.
Buses, minibuses and shared taxis operate in Havana at low flat fares.