Scenes from Havana’s La Rampa
La Rampa is one of the most central places in Havana. It runs the famous Coppelia ice cream parlor to the Malecon Sea Drive. (27 pictures)
Cuba
Cuba Awaits Tropical Storm Eta
Tropical Storm Eta has been in the news for over a week. Now it approaches Cuba’s central provinces. A landing is expected late tonight.
Water Tanks in Alamar, Cuba – Photo of the Day
Our photo of the day: “Water Tanks in Alamar”, Havana, Cuba was taken by Irina Echarry (Cuba). Camera: Nikon D3000
Candy, Dollars and a Steel Lollipop
A state-run business manager in Guantanamo listens to social media and takes the candy out of the window of his US dollar store. Read why…
Valle de Viñales, Cuba – Photo of the Day
Our photo of the day: “Viñales Valley, Pinar del Rio, Cuba”, was taken by Ken Hague, (Canada). with his Samsung A50 camera.
Storm Eta Now Heads for Cuba
Tropical depression Eta has entered the Caribbean Sea and is heading northeast, threatening the central and western regions of Cuba.
Cuba Tourism Begins to Reactivate
The arrival of a plane from the UK carrying first tourists to Varadero during the pandemic, marks the resumption of international tourism.
Justi Barreto – Song of the Day
Today’s featured artist is Justi Barreto y sus Santeros from Cuba with the song “Obatala” from the album “Lovi Ocha” (1987).
Havana Weather for November 5-11
It looks like rains during the entire period. We’ll see how tropical depression Eta develops upon reentering the sea and moving towards Cuba.
Capitolio & Gran Teatro, Havana – Photo of the Day
Our photo of the day: “Capitolio & Gran Teatro, Havana, Cuba.”, was taken by Brian Okiec (USA). Camera: Olympus Omd 10