Year: 2015

Visiting Cuba means taking a walk along its streets, admiring its nostalgic atmosphere, discovering its food that awakens your palate, sitting in the Malecón, smoking a Havana cigar, strolling through the historic centre. At night… dancing with “tumbaos” on every street corner, drinking a Santiago rum, witnessing the nightly cannon fire… in short soaking up the local colour and being inspired by the country’s cheerful people, who make this small island a truly extraordinary place…

“I wouldn’t object” I said to my boss when she had the wonderful idea of taking me and my workmate out for dinner. You don’t get that opportunity everyday so I felt fantastically seduced by the idea of trying something new on a beautiful Havana evening. “The Asian restaurant of the Melia Habana hotel” she proposed while reciting a whole set of compliments based on its food and Japanese chef’s mastery on the art of turning Cuban supplies into proper Asian dishes. For a newcomer “Bella Habana” restaurant might seem a little odd in spite of its Eastern aspect. Cute lanterns, low tables, white and yellow curtains and pictures of old characters trapped in golden frames work as a minimalist decoration of the 77 chair restaurant.

The great Pablo Milanés and Compay Segundo himself sing about love… just as Meliá Cuba attends to each of its guests, especially those who are travelling in celebration of it, a perfect reason for couples to enjoy a wonderful break.  The Paradisus brand, the ultimate expression of luxury at the hotels of Meliá Hotels International, is a unique experience. These Ultra All Inclusive resorts are unique and unrivalled for many reasons: they boast an exquisite range of gastronomic options, magnificent suites, extensive entertainment programmes, fabulous spas and personalised services.