Archive for the 'Varadero' Category

Accommodations and How to Reach Varadero

Friday, February 9th, 2007

The accommodation is available in all classes including private mansions on the beaches. The only airport of Varadero is the Juan Gualberto Gomez Airport. Direct international flights from across Europe and Canada are available throughout the year, however the rush of the holiday season can be overcome by an advanced planning of the trip. However […]

The Beaches and Activities in Varadero

Friday, February 9th, 2007

The beaches in Varadero are with crystal clear water offers a lot of exciting opportunities; scuba diving, snorkeling, various water sports and even swimming with dolphins. Those fond of angling can try their hands on deep sea fishing. A number of boats equipped with latest gadgetry including deep sea glass vessels to explore the […]

Varadero The Paradise of Nature’s Lovers

Friday, February 9th, 2007

Apart from the sandy white beaches, the place is known for caves, nature reserves and marine fauna. Almost one third of the area of the peninsula is occupied by the nature reserve of Varahicacos. The reserve is known for the preservation of rare plant of cactus variety more than 500 years old. The valleys of […]

History of Varadero

Thursday, February 8th, 2007

The history of the town begins in the year 1555 but the officially recorded foundation date of the Varadero city is 5th Dec 1887 when the resort town was inhabited by a dozen families. The town was known as an elitist tourist destination for the rich and famous and an American millionaire Du Pont constructed […]

Varadero Cuba

Thursday, February 8th, 2007

Varadero, the beach resort town in the Hicasos Peninsula of the province of Matanzas is about 80 miles east of the capital city Havana. The resort town is a nature lovers’ paradise with miles of sandy beaches and a dedicated nature park at the tip of the peninsula, the Punta Hicacos. The town is also […]