Enjoy historic Havana in luxury Caribbean cruise

A cruise around the Caribbean is guaranteed to be a relaxing experience, with the Sun, temperatures rising, beautiful landscapes, rum cocktails and combining excellent food to make you feel like you're enjoying a touch of paradise.

But you'll also find there is much to see and do while in the region-if you want to tear yourself away from your sun lounger.

Stops in Fort de France, Montego Bay, Castries, Bridgetown and will provide you the opportunity to experience the rich culture and diverse region, but the Cuban capital Havana is likely to be the highlight of any trip around the Caribbean.

It has a fascinating history as a key trading port on the route between Europe and the new world. Since its founding by the Spaniards in the 16th century, Havana was occupied by the British and Americans, before finally falling in the hands of supporters of Fidel Castro in the 1950s.

A tour of the city lets you see how the various settlers and rulers have influenced local architecture with colonial and art deco buildings in neo-classical, all places of interest are common.

There are a number of Milestones, you won't want to miss-the impressive Cathedral, Fortress Hill and the building of the National Capital, which acts as the seat of Government, but also you are sure to enjoy just hanging out and drinking in the atmosphere.

Havana has a number of fascinating museums to visit, including one based in the former home of Ernest Hemingway. The villa is packed with final author's possessions, including his extensive library and is a true delight for anyone interested in literature.

While they may not be museums in the traditional sense, you are also likely to enjoy a tour of a local cigar factories to see torcedors finest in the world in action and a trip to the Bocoy Rum factory to learn how it is done in the spirit of sugar cane.

And rum, of course, is likely to feature on any night out in Havana, with the drink an ingredient in many cocktails you can enjoy during a night at the Tropicana. A trip to the upscale nightclub is the perfect way to finish a day in the Cuban capital, as you'll be treated to a show with traditional music and more than 200 dancers in extravagant costumes performing routines lush-a vision of what is required to live long in his memory.

For the best way to see Havana style, contact Fred. Olsen to learn more about our luxurious Caribbean cruises.

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