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21.05.2024 - 18:35 / travelpulse.com / Lacey Pfalz
WHY IT RATES: The luxury tour operator is once again returning to Cuba with a new culture-focused ten-day small group journey. — Lacey Pfalz, Associate Writer, TravelPulse
Beginning this October, Abercrombie & Kent will return to Cuba with an immersive new Luxury Small Group Journey that spans nearly the entire island from Camagűey to Havana. On Cuba: People, Art & Culture, guests explore this alluring island nation over ten days, discovering the rich tapestry of Cuban heritage, from its bustling city streets to its vibrant artistic scene and beyond.. From gaining a deeper understanding of Cuba’s economy and U.S.- Cuba relations during an insightful talk with a former Cuban diplomat to enjoying a rum and cigar pairing with a cigar expert who explains the history of tobacco in the country, this comprehensive journey will reveal Cuba through intimate, unscripted experiences alongside local residents.
“We’re very excited to be returning to Cuba, a multifaceted island just 90 miles from the US, but offering a rich history and distinctive culture that very few Americans have experienced firsthand,” explains Stefanie Schmudde, Senior Vice President, Global Product Strategy. “We have developed a completely new itinerary that starts in Camagűey, the cultural soul of Cuba bursting with a lively art scene, then on to Trinidad and Cienfuegos, historical centers of the sugar cane, tobacco and coffee trades, Santa Clara, a historic turning point of the Cuban Revolution, and finally ending in Havana, where guests can explore on their own while staying in the heart of Old Havana.”
Camagüey:
Nestled in the heart of Cuba is one of the original Spanish settlements, a UNESCO World Heritage Site city lauded for its exceptional architecture and arts, including the internationally renowned Camagüey Ballet, which guests can explore the elaborate costume warehouse, meet the company’s director and attend a private rehearsal. Discover life on a family-owned working ranch dating back to 1930, learning about agrarian reforms from the modern cowboys who work it, then indulge in a welcome dinner with live music, hosted by the family.
Trinidad & Valley de los Ingenios:
Historic Trinidad and Valley de los Ingenios (Valley of the Sugar Mills) gained UNESCO World Heritage status for their importance as a center of the sugar trade industry. Visit a former sugar plantation to learn about its storied past, then meet the owners and workers of a traditional finca to discover farm life today, complete with a true farm-to-table lunch. In addition to history, Trinidad is also rich in Spanish colonial architecture, which guests can take in the sights on a walking tour (stopping at La Canchanchara to sample their signature cocktail) then
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