I read Chanel Cleeton’s Next Year in Havana in 2018 and absolutely adored it. You can read my review of that book here. Somehow, I never got around to reading the sequel 2019. I rectified…
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Christmas Traditions in Latin America
Latino Christmas Are you ready for your Christmas celebrations? I’m slowly but surely getting there. Today, I want to share with you some Christmas traditions in Latin America. I love the charm and crisp beauty…
A Book Review: Next Year in Havana by Chanel Cleeton
After the death of her beloved grandmother, a Cuban-American woman travels to Havana, where she discovers the roots of her identity–and unearths a family secret hidden since the revolution… Havana, 1958. The daughter of…
This Day in History: The Cuban Missile Crisis
The Cuban Missile Crisis began on October 15, 1962 with the US discovery of the USSR’s building of medium-range missile sites in Cuba. The resulting stand-off between the world’s two opposing super powers would not…
Today in History: July 26th Movement is formed
August 8, 1955 Fidel Castro forms the “26th of July Movement“, the Cuban revolutionary organization that would dominate the face of Cuban history for more than half a century. July 26, 1953 was the date on…
Friday Canción: Baila Casanova by Paulina Rubio
Happy Friday! Are you ready for some spicy Spanish music to get your feet moving? I’ve got a Friday Song for you… La canción de viernes: Baila Casanova by Paulina Rubio This song was released in…
FRIDAY CANCIóN: Cuando Me Enamoro by Enrique Iglesias
It’s almost the weekend again and I’ve got a Friday Song for you. La canción de viernes: Cuando Me Enamoro by Enrique Iglesias and featuring Juan Luis Guerra I must say I love me some Enrique. My husband…
A CUBAN ITINERARY (PART 6: The End)
Before heading back to Havana for one last taste of the city and our departure from the island, we will spend a day in Santa Clara. You can catch up with the tour here: Day…
A CUBAN ITINERARY (PART 5)
Today we will spend hours exploring the wonders of Trinidad, Cuba. This historical gem is a UNESCO world heritage site. You can catch up with the tour here: Day 1 and Day 2 Day 3…
A CUBAN ITINERARY (PART 4)
We head towards central Cuba, passing through more beautiful beaches and historic towns. You can catch up with the tour here: Day 1 and Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5Â Depart…