A Havana full of vibrant colors.

Cuba is an archipelago located in the northern Caribbean, at the intersection of three major seas: the Caribbean Sea, the Gulf of Mexico, and the Atlantic Ocean. It is surrounded by four large island groups, with Cuba itself being the main island, occupying most of the country's land area and also being the 17th largest island in the world.

Cuba's population and culture are a blend of many factors based on its anthropological, historical, and geographical origins. Of the population, 51% are people of color, 37% are white, 11% are black, and 1% are Chinese. The official language of Cuba is Spanish. You might want to prepare some basic phrases in Spanish to facilitate communication with locals.

Havana has always prided itself on being the capital of classic cars, like those found in museums—Chevrolets, Fords, and Cadillacs from the 1950s that still run smoothly on its streets.

Classic cars are a unique "specialty" of Cuba. It's perhaps the only place on Earth that still preserves so many classic cars and uses them regularly every day. Sitting in these brightly colored cars, from Cadillacs and Buicks to Ford Moto and Chevrolets, chatting with the friendly driver amidst the roar of the engine – with no speedometers – and cruising along the breezy streets will give you a very different feeling about this place.

It would be a terrible mistake, something you'd regret returning home from, if you traveled to Cuba without trying to drive or ride in a colorful vintage car for a scenic drive.

The brightly colored cars are a fascinating highlight that makes Havana vibrant and full of life. The bustling streets, filled with the honking of horns and the lively chatter of people speaking Spanish, are sure to delight you during your trip to Cuba.

Having arrived in Cuba, no tour would be complete without strolling along its ancient cobblestone streets, many of which are historical landmarks restored by the Havana City History Office.

And finally, a particularly interesting treat for tourists is the sight of women in brightly colored clothes, puffing on cigars, ready to link arms with you and plant a wonderful kiss on your cheek. Their purpose is for you to take a photo with them politely, but you'll need to pay them a small fee.

Bao Khuyen