If you are looking for some information about tours in Viñales, here is some! Viñales is a small town, but in and around Viñales there are different tours that you can do. 1 – Horseback riding tours For example, you can do horseback riding tours in the valley of Viñales, where the big tobacco plantations and […]
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The beautiful natural lake of Viñales in Cuba
In our valley of Viñales we always find new things and adventures to explore! This time I’d like to tell you about the natural lake of Viñales, which is located right at the heart of the valley in between the ‘mogotes’ (mountains). The lake is with fresh water and around it there are many plantations that […]
Sleep in a casa particular in Viñales, Cuba
Why would you sleep in a hotel and only see the touristic sights of Cuba, when you can have the option of indulging in local life while sleeping in a casa particular? In a casa particular Cubans rent out rooms in their houses to tourists, and together with the family you can experience many typical […]
To the Mural de la Prehistoria by bike | Viñales, Cuba
Half a day is perfect for making a trip by bicycle to the Mural de la Prehistoria. Mainly for the views of the countryside and the feeling of being in the nature and between the animals of the ‘campo’ than you will see along this route. The Mural de la Prehistoria is located at only 3 kilometers […]
One day at the beach in Cayo Jutías | Viñales, Cuba
Visiting the beach of Cayo Jutías from Viñales is very popular. As at only one hour by car from the town, you can feel free as a bird at this lovely playa. Without a doubt, the soft sand and blue waters of Cayo Jutías are perfect for swimming and relaxing and will make for a pretty spectacular day. There […]
One morning of horseback riding in the countryside
One morning I came back from Havana to my town of Viñales. During the change of taxis by the roadside of the highway in Havana, I got to know three tourists. We talked and got to know each other a bit, and once inside the taxi they asked me about things to do in Viñales. As I am born […]
Travel by rental car in Cuba
If you want to travel around Cuba with a great sense of freedom, the best way to do it is with a rental car. Cuba is an easy country to navigate, because in Cuba the risk of getting lost or not finding your way is very small. The truth is: there aren’t that many roads! And […]
The views and swimming pool of Los Jazmines | Viñales, Cuba
To be in the countryside of Viñales is very special. Of this I have no doubt, as I was born here and know every nook and cranny of this valley. But why not climb to the hotel Los Jazmines, atop a hill right outside the town? It is located at only 4 kilometers distance in […]
Lonely Planet y el Valle de Viñales en Cuba
Lonely Planet, un libro turístico muy reconocido en el mundo, tiene para este año 2016 entre las 10 mejores regiones para viajeros, el Valle de Viñales, Cuba. Al descubrir esto fue una gran alegría y orgullo para mi. Viñales es el pueblo donde nací y la verdad es que la ilusión de esta noticia es muy […]
Casa de la música: Polo Montañez
En Viñales existe el Centro Cultural Polo Montañez, es el bar mas popular de mi pueblo. Polo Montañez se encuentra en la única plaza de Viñales, cerca de la iglesia. Conozco este bar como mis propias manos, es como si yo mismo lo hubiese construido. Mi padre tiene 10 hermanos y tengo 28 primos, quizás […]