In Cuba, music is so tightly woven into its fabric that there’s no beginning or end to that thread. You can find world class jazz in Havana and beautiful son most everywhere. However, you’ll need to work a little harder and travel a little deeper into the countryside of Cuba to find its music in its purest or soulful form, criollo. Criollo, loosely translated, means homemade, homegrown, or home spun. My friend and tour guide, Giovanni Guerra, is playing the bongos. Giovanni will be waiting for you in Trinidad.
Flip your Bic in Cuba
Few things are actually discarded in Cuba if they can be brought back to life, or at least upcycled in some fashion. You'll find disposable lighter repair kiosks almost anywhere.
There are two currencies in Cuba - know them!
Cuban Paletecas, or ice cream on a stick.
Bodybuilding "Grunt" Style in Cuba
