{"id":1588115,"date":"2018-02-09T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2018-02-09T05:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/divine.ca\/?p=1588115"},"modified":"2020-04-24T00:31:22","modified_gmt":"2020-04-24T04:31:22","slug":"holidays-under-the-sun-4-reasons-to-go-to-cuba-right-now","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/divine.ca\/en\/holidays-under-the-sun-4-reasons-to-go-to-cuba-right-now\/","title":{"rendered":"Holidays Under the Sun: 4 Reasons to go to Cuba Right Now"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"p1 pk-dropcap pk-dropcap-borders\">It was barely November and we were already tired of winter. We started dreaming about the beach, margaritas and especially the sun. Have you thought of taking a holiday in the sun too? We recently re-visited Cuba, one of our favorite destinations to get some sun and get out of winter. Here are 4 reasons for you to choose <a href=\"https:\/\/divine.ca\/en\/iberostar-grand-packard-a-luxurious-stay-in-havana\/\">Cuba as a holidays destination<\/a> this year!<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 658px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BcHvHtbF4XW\/\" data-instgrm-version=\"8\">\n<div style=\"padding: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background: #F8F8F8; line-height: 0; margin-top: 40px; padding: 50.0% 0; text-align: center; width: 100%;\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BcHvHtbF4XW\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">A post shared by Caroline Elie (@caroline.elie)<\/a> on <time style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;\" datetime=\"2017-11-30T13:21:43+00:00\">Nov 30, 2017 at 5:21am PST<\/time><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async defer src=\"\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"the-most-splendid-beaches\">The Most Splendid Beaches<\/h3>\n<p>The highlight of Cuba is certainly the beauty of its beaches. The sand is white and the water, turquoise. Even after Irma, the Cuban scenery has kept\u00a0the exotic charm that we dream of.\u00a0The shells are still lovely and the idea of basking in a little sunshine is synonymous\u00a0with paradise! We also discovered the popularity of beach volleyball &#8211; it makes perfect sense as the sand is so fine in Cuba.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 658px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Bb90W91FAk3\/\" data-instgrm-version=\"8\">\n<div style=\"padding: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background: #F8F8F8; line-height: 0; margin-top: 40px; padding: 62.5% 0; text-align: center; width: 100%;\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Bb90W91FAk3\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">A post shared by Caroline Elie (@caroline.elie)<\/a> on <time style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;\" datetime=\"2017-11-26T16:55:05+00:00\">Nov 26, 2017 at 8:55am PST<\/time><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async defer src=\"\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"the-cuban-culture\">The Cuban Culture<\/h3>\n<p>If there is one culture that we enjoy, it\u2019s Cuban culture! The people have a constant smile and the tourists always feel\u00a0a warm welcome in this beautiful country. If you like to dance, the music will definitely carry you away with\u00a0its vibrant melodies, and keep an eye out\u00a0for Cuban music shows at your hotel! Also, don\u2019t hesitate to explore the city near your hotel or resort. You will find colorful houses and travel to Havana &#8211; it remains one of the most gorgeous cities to visit in the world!<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 658px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Bb5eER5lw6b\/\" data-instgrm-version=\"8\">\n<div style=\"padding: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background: #F8F8F8; line-height: 0; margin-top: 40px; padding: 51.06481481481482% 0; text-align: center; width: 100%;\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Bb5eER5lw6b\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">A post shared by Caroline Elie (@caroline.elie)<\/a> on <time style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;\" datetime=\"2017-11-25T00:23:20+00:00\">Nov 24, 2017 at 4:23pm PST<\/time><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async defer src=\"\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"the-variety-of-hotels\">The Variety of Hotels<\/h3>\n<p>Cuba is\u00a0that type of destination that\u00a0pleases all types of people and\u00a0is perfect for any budget. Some hotels are located closer to\u00a0Havana so that you can enjoy the city, and\u00a0 others are directly on the beach. During our last trip, before the holidays, we stayed at the magnificent <a href=\"http:\/\/www.pullmanhotels.com\/gb\/home\/index.shtml\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pullman<\/a>, one of the most stunning five star hotels in Cayo Coco. The rooms were comfortable and spacious and the beach was simply splendid. We have also noticed that the new section, for adults only, is almost ready to welcome tourists.\u00a0It is luxurious and intimate, perfect for romantic getaways! If you are a fan of seafood, know that you will be able to feast on it at Pullman.\u00a0 Even though the hotel is located in a region that was affected by\u00a0 hurricane Irma, everything was quickly re-furbished\u00a0and it was able to open its doors again only a few months later!<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"nature\">Nature<\/h3>\n<p>Yes, nature! As Canadians, we might be spoiled by endless forests and lakes; but, it unfortunately doesn\u2019t have the ecologically friendly tourist sites\u00a0that Cuba has. GO visit the crocodiles! Eat Cuban food and admire sunsets from different vantage points. An excursion in the wild jungle will leave you dazzled, and the lagoons will allow you to admire the nature from another perspective.<\/p>\n<p>The best part is this country is only located a short flight from us! What are you waiting for!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<div class=\"post-excerpt\">It was barely November and we were already tired of winter. We started dreaming about the beach, margaritas and especially the sun. 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