We decided to go to Cuba because how often can you go to a socialist country? We were also traveling with my parents and it’s on my dads bucket list. With our new democratic president, restrictions were lifted once again, and we thought it was a good opportunity to explore a country that most people overlook.
The highlight for me was going to the local preschool and donating school supplies. It happened to be Christmas so we were able to see the kids perform in a choir concert. We gave each of the kids a gift bag and the nuns were very appreciative of the three extra large suitcases filled with school donations that my friends from home had so generously given me.Also a highlight was learning about modern day Cuba from a locals perspective. It was fascinating, and information that we can’t read in a newspaper or view on the website. Speaking to the younger generations about their frustrations with the government, and their personal experiences trying to be an entrepreneur in a socialist government makes you appreciate capitalism and democracy in the USA!
We worked with an agency because we had to have a cultural visa. We stayed at the Gran Hotel Manzana Kempinski. It was a luxury hotel with all the amenities. Our first dinner was at the Ivan y Justo- a great spot! We had a private cigar and rum tasting. Everyone tried except for the 12 year old!
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Our family loves skiing and is always looking for a new destination. Matterhorn is one of the most majestic mountains in the world so we thought it was a must see!
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Big Cedar Lodge is America's Premier Wilderness Luxury Resort, and it lives up to it's name! We return here year after year to enjoy Winter/Spring in the Ozarks! Big Cedar Lodge has endless activities, many top-tier restaurants and a lovely spa, just to name a few of the perks!
