Cuba Christmas Holidays

Christmas is the marmite of holiday seasons – you either love it or you hate it. If you’re in the latter group, dreading the endless shopping and the pressure of cooking for your in-laws, a Cuba Christmas holiday might be just what you’re looking for. In Cuba, Christmas was banned from 1969-1998 and, although it is celebrated today, Cubans have an altogether more laidback attitude when it comes to the festive season. And it’s not just Christmas that’s different in Cuba; this bizarre and beautiful island is trapped in a time warp, making it easier to find yourself a classic car than decent WiFi. Then there’s the added bonus that Christmas falls in the middle of their summer, making a Cuba Christmas holiday the perfect chance to get some winter sun. Ditch the duties and spend Christmas day lying on the beach with a rum cocktail in hand.

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Our Cuba experts will customise the perfect trip for you, but here are just a few of the many experiences you might enjoy on your Cuba Christmas holiday with Original Travel:

Christmas on the beach

As you might expect of a Caribbean island, Cuba boasts countless beautiful beaches. Think super fine white sand and warm sparkling waters. Go for the tried and tested Varadero, the luxury oasis of Cayo Coco, or the bohemian Playa Larga. Whatever your style, you’ll be spoilt for choice on a Cuba Christmas holiday.

Take to the road like a classic movie star

Back in its day, Havana was a magnet for American celebrities. American cars were imported in their droves but, when communist Fidel Castro came to power in 1959, President Eisenhower banned all exports to Cuba. Unable to import modern vehicles, the classic cars stayed, and are still driven all over Havana today. Make like a 1950s movie star and hire your own wheels to explore in style on your Cuba Christmas holiday.

Learn to salsa dance

In Cuba, the sounds of salsa fill the streets. Dancing is a big part of Cuban culture and, although we may not all have their natural moves, we can all learn a little something. We’ll arrange a lesson with the best and you’ll be tearing up the dance floor in no time!

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