CUBAN TOURISM

A Colonial-styled Villa in Sancti Spiritus (+photos)

When a new hotel for the Ancon peninsula, in the southern Cuban village, was demanded, designers found the most Solomonic solution in transplanting a replica of Trinidad right in the very shores of the beach.»

Tourism Minister: FITCUBA 2012 was a Huge Success

Cuban Minister of Tourism Manuel Marrero announced the next Fair will have Varadero resort as its venue next May 7-10, and it will be dedicated to the sun and beach modality. He also said Brazil will be the guest country.»

FITCUBA 2012: Tourism Essential for Cuban Economy

With the election of the tourist industry as a fundamental link in Cuban economy this sector shows high levels and, most importantly, potentials of annual growth, dictated by balance and excellence.»

New Hotel to be Built in Trinidad, southern Cuba

The construction of the Pansea hotel in Trinidad tourist destination will begin in the coming days as part of a long-term program aimed at enhancing the hotel industry of that Cultural Heritage Site.»

Cuban Tourism Grew 7.3 Percent in 2011

Cuban Minister of Tourism Manuel Marrero announced in Madrid, Spain, that the Cuban tourist industry grew 7.3 percent in 2011, when it received over 2.7 million visitors. According to Marrero, the arrival of 200 000 more visitors compared to the previous year fulfilled the expectations in the ever growing industry.»

Tourism Facilities Renovated in Trinidad, Cuba

New services and facilities are now available for those who prefer Trinidad-Sancti Spiritus tourism destination. According to Radio Trinidad web site, rooms and furniture have been renovated in Ancon and Brisas Trinidad del Mar hotels, on occasion of the 53rd anniversary of the liberation of this ancient village.»

Cuba: Tourism to Reach an 8% Growth by the End of 2011

According to a report presented by Tourism Minister Manuel Marrero to the Cuban Parliament, the leisure industry also showed a rise in income and noted that Canada will reach new heights with one million tourists from that country expected to arrive in the island before the year ends.»