20 kilometers of virgin white beach flanked by pristine turquoise water and one of the best beaches in the world, Varadero in Cuba is a tourist retreat like no other. Not for nothing has this tiny peninsula at the northernmost tip of Cuba attracted travelers since centuries. First used as a dry dock (Varadero in Spanish) by the Spanish fleet in the 16th century, it started life as a city in the 19th century and quickly grew in size as visitors discovered its charms. Currently, it hosts more than 500,000 tourists annually. So if you are looking to get away from it all, you must travel to Varadero for a week of self-indulgence.
Varadero is very easy to reach, with several flights from the Americas, Europe and the Caribbeans landing at the local Juan Gualberto Gomez International Airport. For the seafaring traveler, docking facilities are available at the Chapelin, Puertosol Darsena de Varadero and Gaviota marinas. Hotel accommodation is easy to come by in all segments, and several international names like Sandals, Melia and Iberosta having prominent presence.
Once settled in, you can start enjoying the Varadero experience. If you can manage to tear yourself away from the beach, this tropical paradise offers you the exotic Bellamar Caves to explore and the natural beauty of the Parque Josone to experience. If you want to sample the local cuisine, there are numerous options ranging from the beach vendors to posh restaurants. If nightlife is your thing, then you can't miss out visiting the Tropicana Matanzas, the most famous cabaret in Cuba. And yes, the famed Cuban cigars are also available.
Visits to the seaside town of Cardenas and the "city of bridges" Matanzas should be part of every tourist's itinerary. As should be the Santa Elvira Church and the El Patriarca cactus of 600 years vintage. The night is young in Varadero with numerous discotheques and bars. You should definitely drop in at the Continental Cabaret and the Rumba Palace. For a taste of old-world charm, the Habana Cafe should be your preferred destination.
For the sporty visitor looking for thrills, Varadero offers water sports (Barracuda Club), swimming with dolphins (Delfinario), parachuting (International Parachuting Center), and much, much more. The Mojito, a splendid concoction of freshly crushed mint, lime juice and white rum, is a must-have in Varadero, accompanied by the Cuba Libre, a combination of of rum, cola and lime juice.
Great beaches, good food, numerous places to visit - Varadero offers all this in one package. Therefore, if you want to take a break from the hectic pace of life and experience life in a tropical paradise, you must travel to Varadero.
Varadero is very easy to reach, with several flights from the Americas, Europe and the Caribbeans landing at the local Juan Gualberto Gomez International Airport. For the seafaring traveler, docking facilities are available at the Chapelin, Puertosol Darsena de Varadero and Gaviota marinas. Hotel accommodation is easy to come by in all segments, and several international names like Sandals, Melia and Iberosta having prominent presence.
Once settled in, you can start enjoying the Varadero experience. If you can manage to tear yourself away from the beach, this tropical paradise offers you the exotic Bellamar Caves to explore and the natural beauty of the Parque Josone to experience. If you want to sample the local cuisine, there are numerous options ranging from the beach vendors to posh restaurants. If nightlife is your thing, then you can't miss out visiting the Tropicana Matanzas, the most famous cabaret in Cuba. And yes, the famed Cuban cigars are also available.
Visits to the seaside town of Cardenas and the "city of bridges" Matanzas should be part of every tourist's itinerary. As should be the Santa Elvira Church and the El Patriarca cactus of 600 years vintage. The night is young in Varadero with numerous discotheques and bars. You should definitely drop in at the Continental Cabaret and the Rumba Palace. For a taste of old-world charm, the Habana Cafe should be your preferred destination.
For the sporty visitor looking for thrills, Varadero offers water sports (Barracuda Club), swimming with dolphins (Delfinario), parachuting (International Parachuting Center), and much, much more. The Mojito, a splendid concoction of freshly crushed mint, lime juice and white rum, is a must-have in Varadero, accompanied by the Cuba Libre, a combination of of rum, cola and lime juice.
Great beaches, good food, numerous places to visit - Varadero offers all this in one package. Therefore, if you want to take a break from the hectic pace of life and experience life in a tropical paradise, you must travel to Varadero.
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