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Editorial BoardPresidents Janet Ayala, Marisol Rodríguez Correa, Ángel Acostainformation Chief Juan PardoCoordination and edition Indira Pupodesign Mariela Triana, Monica MarcialdistriBution Pedro BeauballetPrinted Publicitur S.A.

ISSN 1995 - 946XYear 2014

NatioNal oFFiCE oF touristiC iNForMatioNCalle 28 No. 303, e/ 3ra. y 5ta. Miramar, Playa. La Habana.Tph.: (53 7) 204 6635Email: [email protected] www.infotur.cu

WelComePlaCes of interest travel agenCies exCursionssea aCtivitieslodgingreCreation and leisure Where to eatCaBaret nightCultural Centeruseful information transPortationstoreseventssuggestions for CuBa

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WELCOME WELCOME | 7 6 |

holguín is a region standing out for its city's urban design, historical heritage, beaches and people. its coasts made Christopher Columbus say in 1492 "this is the most beautiful land human eyes have ever seen." holguín has always been extraordinary. its geography sublimeness has come to life, evidenced in surprising animals, summits defying gravitational force, poets, and warriors. it has been the cradle for great writers and native fighters like Calixto garcía and Julio grave de Peralta, who joined the independence struggle against the spanish metropolis. this is the land of the Castro-ruz family. its coasts, full of great beaches, will stay in visitors' minds. visiting this area of the island is a different way to understand the Cuban spirit, another way of living the Caribbean. this area is, indeed, one of a kind.holguín province is also one of the most diversified regions in the island. third in the country for its population, after havana and santiago, it has over a million inhabitants in 14 municipalities. its territory, with 9 300.6 km2, presents an heterogeneous geography. located in the noreastern portion of Cuba, it limits to the West with las tunas, to the east with guantánamo, and to the south with santiago and granma. holguín soils are rich in mineral, like nickel, abundant in moa and nicaro regions. the economic activities are based on agriculture, industry and tourism. its main agriculture crops are citrus fruits, tobacco and sugar cane. holguín, the City of Parks, can be easily reached, distant 744 km from havana, a place surrounded by mountains and the ocean. its coasts have the best beaches in our country.

Welcome

HOLGUÍN

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northeastern part of Cuba. the 6 existent species of the Polymita are also shown there.

EddY suÑol main THEaTrE

located in the center of the city of parks, it has three rooms: the main one with 836 seats, the alternative alberto dávalos with 205 seats and ismaelillo with 350.

Plays, concerts, galas and events take place at 9pm on tuesday through saturday and sunday at 10.00am to 5.00 Pm.

their scenarios host excellent national and international.

Holguín city, also known as the "City of the parks ", founded on April 4, 1545 by Captain García, Holguín is the only Cuban city whose center is marked by several parks.

PlACes of interest

there are many places of important anthropological, historical and cultural interest, together with landscapes and tourist areas in the province Columbus considered the most beautiful land. here are our recommendations.

MusEuMs HisTory Provincial musEum la PEriQuEra

frexes no. 198 (53 24) 46 3395

timing: tuesdays to saturdays from 8:00 to 4:30 and sundays from 8 to 2:00.

this museum shows, through five halls, the most important moments in the local history in a chronological order. it was francisco roldán s house, who moved to gibara abandoning it. the name Periquera is due to the green color of the uniforms of the spanish soldiers garrisoned in the building at the beginning of the 10 Years War against spain, on october 10, 1868.

Price:1.00CuC and taking photos 5.00CuC

Carlos dE la torrE HuErta naTural HisTory musEum

maceo no. 129 e/ martí y luz Caballero (53 24) 42 3935timing: 9:00 to 12:00 and 1:00 to 5:00.

Price: 1.00 CuCit occupies the former headquarterof the spanish colony. it is the mostrepresentative construction ofeclecticism in the city. its 14 collections exhibit 1624 pieces. out of the 14, the main are those related to minerals and rocks, shells, birds and reptiles, with large representation of the fauna and the soil of the

Calixto GarCía íÑiGuEz's BirTH HousE

miró no. 147 (53 24) 42 5610

timing: from tuesdays to saturdaysfrom 9:00 to 5:00.sundays from 16:00 pm to 11:00 pm

Price: 1.00 CuCthis house exhibits the life ofthis important hero of the 19thcentury struggles, portrayed in themanuscripts, personal items andweapons of the time, everythingexcellently preserved.

Where Batista dictatorship general fermin Cowley was murdered on november 23, 1957.

libertad esq. Ángel guerra (5324)472786

timing: mondays to friday8:00-12:00 and12:30- 4:30saturdays.8:00- 12:00

Plaza dE la MarQuEta culTural cEnTEr

(53 24) 46 1187

this place, planned to become a concert hall, is located between martí and luz Caballero streets.

the facility is constantly developing and has a printing house, exhibition bazaars, engraving workshop, an art gallery and shops for the sale of pieces of work of craftsmen, writers and artists.

PLACES Of INTEREST PLACES Of INTEREST

sala DE lucHa clanDEsTina

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BEaCHEs GuarDalavaca, EsmEralDa, PEsquEro anD Don lino

holguín coastline is characterized by the presence of orographic formations giving local beaches its distinction seal from the rest. two of the most famous beaches are shelllike guardalavaca and don lino, also known as the little big beach, for its thick sand and small area.

these beaches, where fishing, diving and other sports are available, are found 50 km from the provincial capital. at Playa esmeralda and Playa Pesquero visitors can alsoenjoy all nautical sports provided by the facilities and the diving school

saN JosE cHurcH

located in holguín historical center, this church is one of the city s most important architectural monuments.

it was finished in 1815 but later modifications gave it the neoclassical style it has nowadays (53 24) 42 3155

Guardalavaca Beach

san Joséchurch

PLACES Of INTEREST

LOMA DE LA CRUZformerly known as Cerro de Bayado, it changed its name after may 3, 1790, when friar antonio alegria placed a cross on its summit to supposedly scare away demons and start a Catholic pilgrimage.

it is considered the look out point of the city, away from its center just three km. its top is accessible by a 458-steps stairs built between 1927 and 1950.

Calixto GarCia Park

Center of the city life, it was originally used for military purposes as Parade grounds for the spanish garrison.

around them, the first trading establishments at the time were founded

saN isidoro caTHEDral

eighteenth century building shelteringthe highest ecclesiastic institution inholguín, it became a cathedral in 1979. (53 24) 42 2107

PlaCes of interest

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BariaY naTional monumEnT Park

near gibara you may visit the place of the encounter between cultures of the old and new worlds, on october 27, 1492. the place evokes the moment as it was witnessed by those involved, giving the visitor a sense of participation in the primitive scene.

BaNí inDian cuBan musEum

the most important museum dedicated to Cuban pre-Columbiancultures is located in the main townof the Banes municipality. it was inthis area that more of the third partof all the archaeological remains discovered in Cuba so far were found.the museum keeps totally more than20 000 exhibits.

(53 24) 80 2487 timing: from 9:00am a 5:00 pmPrice: 1.00 cuc

PlacEs oF inTErEsT

cHorro DE maíTa anD taiNo VillaGE

the largest native funerary area of the antilles, located right in the centre of a region densely populated by Cuban natives up to the 15th century, is closely related to the archaelogical values of Banes municipality. in this area remains more than a hundred of those inhabitants have been found. some of those values are exhibited at the museum. next to the burial site a reproduction of a taino village with typical native houses and other facilities common to those communities can be appreciated too.

(53 24) 43 0201 timing: from 9:00am a 5:00pmsundays: 9 am a 1 Pm.Price: 2.00 cuc

ouT OF TOWN

GiBara

gibara is a port city turned into the main access by sea to the northeastern region of Cuba in the late 19th century, which explains thegreat colonial architectural wealth of the province.

one of the places to visit is the museo de ambiente Colonial Cubano (Cuban Colonial environment museum), placed in a great neoclassic house built in 1872. You may also make a stop at the villa Blanca or the natural sciences museum, with an exhibition of one of the most complete collections of day time and twilight butterflies of the antilles.

BiráN HisToric siTE

shop Complex, post office, school, hotel and the home of the Castro ruz family can be found here. in its rooms can be seen family objects and photographs, as well as personal belon-gings and presents delivered to fidel Cas-tro by friends, such as writer gabriel garcía márquez. the rest of the Cuban revolution leaders’s parents also lie there.

(53 24) 28 6114/ (53 24) 286102timing: Tuesdays to saturdays from9:00 to 4:00 and sundays from 9:00 to12:00. Price: 10.00 cuc

Gibara's port Biran Historic site

PlacEs oF inTErEsT

indo-cuban arqueology chorro de maíta

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Naturecayo saEtía

Close to the nipe Bay, the largest of Cuba, is found Cayo saetía.

With 42 square km., 65% of its territory is covered by forests. in the rest, pasture-land serves as refuge to animals like zebras, deer, antelopes, wild boar, hutias and wild bulls who freely develop there. there is lodging available and conditions for the practice of yacht trips, jeep safaris among other options.

Entrance price to the key: 10.00 CuC

roCazul BioPark

on the west coast of naranjo Bay, closeto guardalavaca,esmeralda, Pesqueronuevo and turquesa beaches, 50 kmfrom holguín city, is located the rocazul Biopark .here, nature, culture and history are combined in an area of 148.7 acres of natural forest. it is an ideal place toenjoy beauty and adventure in a peaceful and reserved environment.visitors are received there by expert guides to offer them a perfect day in the countryside.incredibly wealthy in flora and fauna values, the park has more than 115 species of plants, many of them endemic ones. trekking, horseback riding, bycicle tourism, bird, flora andfauna observation, naturalistic sailing, superficial diving, landscapes observation, campesino customs andtraditions are some of the options here.

(53 24) 43 3310 ext. 115 timing: 9:00 am a 5:00 pm. Playa Pesquero, Carretera Yuraguanal Km 2

PlacEs oF inTErEsT

mirador de mayabe

rocazul Biopark

Privileged area to the northwesternpart of holguín mountaineous region,it is an ideal place for nature-lovers,due to its abundant flora and fauna.there is an excellent lodging place atla mensura hill.the singularity of the place makes it one of the most interesting areas of the country, with 67 local endemic species, principally birds.

PiNarEs dE MaYarí

the area takes almost a 1 000 acres of land with lots of vegetation. in the coastal area there are spots with mangrove trees, marshy tropical forests and endemic trees covering 32 km. the park offers recreational options for those searching to enjoy nature. one might take some of the eco-tourist trails like las guanas and Peñón- Conuco de mongo-viña, as well as yacht rides and visits to the aquarium, with dolphins and seals shows. visitors might also want to taste the sea food and the native cuisine. for those enjoying outdoor sports there are many activities like the golf course. as an example of exclusive lodging, the Park has a cabin placed on a small key next to the aquarium.

BaHía dE NaraNJo naTural Park

MaYaBE vallEy not so far away to the south-west of holguín city, the road gets deep into the countryside until a detour leading to the summit of a hill (mirador de mayabe/ mayabe outlook). the life of the Cuban campesino is reproduced there. PLACES Of INTEREST

Bahía de naranjo natural Park

Pinares de mayarí

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CitY aNd CiGars

hotel pickups. tourist guide. travel by bus to holguin to visit a cigar factory .visit to the loma de la Cruz. guided tour to the main city places. free time at the Calixto garcia Park. lunch intown.return.

iNsidE CuBa

hotel pickups. touristguide. short drive pulled by a 19th century steam locomotive, leaving from a former sugar mill located in the town Paseo rafael freyre. following, a trip by bus to holguin to visit a cigar factory. 30 minute-free in the center of holguin after doing guided walking tour from the san Jose park to the Calixto garcía park. after that, a trip to gibara, leaving from the parking in front of la Periquera museum. in gibara, lunch at the lighthouse, travel around the city by busincluding photo stop at the mirador de la loma and tour through the artisan park. Closing the activity with cultural show in the Batería fernando vii which includes one drink per customer. return.

trAvel agencies

ECotur

Trips to the cuban countrysideGuardalavaca Beach, Banes (5324) 430155 / 430755

[email protected]

HaVaNatur

Frexes 172% narciso lópez y morales lemus.Holguín (0124) 468091, 429707

Guardalavaca Havanaturassistance Bureau

Guardalavaca Beach,

(5324) 430406

[email protected]

Paradiso

culture Tourismlínea no. 49 e/ libertad y narciso lópez. Holguín

(5324) 468122

[email protected]

GaViotatours

Esmeralda Beach, rafael Freyre (5324) 430907 / 430902 ext:.120fax:. (5324) 430908

Holguín assistanceBureau:

cine martí, Frexes e/ libertad y maceo

(5324) 42 3260

[email protected]

CuBatur

Guardalavaca Beach, Banes (5324) 430248 / 430430fax:. (5324) 430170

Holguín assistanceBureau:

1720 restaurant,Frexes esq a miró

(5324) 42 1679

[email protected]

excursions

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ViaJEs CuBaNaCáN

Guardalavaca Beach, Banes (5324) 430226 / 430646Fax:.(5324) 430114

Viajes Cubanacan attendance Bureau

Pico cristal cafeteria:libertad esq. a martí 45 5912

El Encanto shop:libertad e/ luz caballero y martí 45 3170

la Begonia snack Bar:maceo e/ martí y Frexes

[email protected]

Travel agencies offer visitors the opportunity to visit different places in Holguin and know its geography.

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TRIPS

exCursions

CUBA LIFEhotel pickups. tourist guide.visit the Boca de sama. fishing village. visit to a doctor's family. visit nene's house, typical Cuban farmer who invites you to tour his farm, enjoy natural fruit taste and Creole coffee. visit the Chorro de maita museum and taino village with show and lunch. free time in the craft market. return.

HOLGUÍN HIGHLIGHThotel pickups. tourist guide. short drive pulled by a 19th century steam locomotive, leaving from a former sugar mill located in the town Paseo rafael freyre. following the trip by bus to holguin(up to Camilo Cienfuegos military school) where american cars in caravan take you through colleges,18 floor-buildings, pernik, Che monument, libertadores avenue, going down on angel guerra street to angel lemus and then take frexes, bordering the Calixto garcia Park. the car ride continues to Calle Pepe torres with time for pictures, and show souvenir, back to las flores Park to take buses and carry picnic lunch at the mirador entertained with Cuban musical show. a drink is included. in the afternoon free time from the san José park to the Calixto garcía. return to hotels.

oNE daY saNtiaGo

visit the antonio maceo Plaza de larevolution. visit to the santa iphigenia Cemetery.tour to the Castillo del morro fortress. lunch at a restaurant in town. City tour and visit to the Casa granda mirador. free time in the city center. Panoramic of Cuartel moncada. return to hotels.

SANTIAGO CALIENTE

Visit the Antonio Maceo Revolution Square. Visit to the Santa Iphigenia Cemetery. Tour to the Castillo del Morro fortress. Lunch at a restaurant in town. City tour and visit to the Mirador Casa Granda. Ride in vintage cars. free time in the city center.Panoramic view of Cuartel Moncada. Return to hotels

antonio maceo revolution square

suPEr CoMBo tour

tour guide. locomotive ride. Panoramic tour around the revolution square. visit to the tobacco factory. visit to the loma de la Cruz. lunch at a restaurant in town. visit to the Casa de la trova, with a participatory show, a drink, Cuban image souvenir set consisting of a candy jar for a couple or individual clients. City tour and free time. return to the hotels.

Taino village

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Prehistoric valley

ColoNial GiBara

transfer from hotels to gibara. visit to the Caneyes mirador. lunch at el faro. City tour and free time.

FaNtastiC ExCursioN

visit to plantations and typical crops of the area. visit to a doctor´s office and a panoramic tour to rural school. visit to the "Chorro de maita" and "la aldea taina"museums and a bath time with dolphins (20 minutes) with the assistance of a coach. lunch. return to hotels.

CouNtrY sEa tour

Frequency: dailyMinimum: 2 pax.lenguages: english, french, german, italianduration: 8:30 hoursBus or Jeep pick up time: sirenas Playa turquesa 07.45; Polo Pesquero 08.00 Polo esmeralda 08.15; Polo guardalavaca 08.15

hotel pickups. tourist guide. Jeep transfer through the Cuban countryside up to the villa alcalá. there, you will visit a farmer´s house to enjoy the Café Pilon and a variety of seasonal fruits, observe different birds and small animals. You will also be able to milk a cow and extract the juice from sugar cane. You will also visit the genetic breeding center. ride down a hill from where you can see the Cuban countryside. typical Creole lunch in the alcalá farm. transfer to the international vita marina to make a cozy jet skis ride.return to hotels.

tHE GraNd saFarY

Frequency: dailyMinimum: 2 pax.lenguages: english, french, german, italianduration: 8:30 hours

hotel pickups. tourist guide. transfer by Jeep to Pinares de mayari, located in la mensura national Park to 680 meters above sea level, with a microclimate where nearly 300 Cuban endemic flora species live. on the way, you can visit the Batey Biran Castro founded by the Castro family on november 15, 1915. You´ll be able to visit other houses, school, post office, stores and the cemetery. on the way, to Pinares, stop for photos while contemplating the landscape with different types of vegetation mountains. the nipe Bay, one of the largest exchange Bays in the world with 25.9 miles long and16.8 miles wide. visit to the salto del guayabo where visitors can see 85 and 117 meter- waterfalls from a viewpoint respectively at an elevation of 560 meters above sea level .they will visit a natural cozy pool for its features and surrounding landscape invites visitors to take a bath. typical Cuban lunch at the ranchón salto del guayabo overlooking the waterfall.

triPs

visit to the cubancountryside.

salto del Guayabo.

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GREEN AND BLUE Frequency: dailyMinimum: 3 pax.lenguages: english, french, german. italian duration: 7:30 hours

hotel pickups. tourist guide. transfer to the marlin marina Boca de sama, to make water boat ride for 30 minutes. visit the Boca de sama fishing community where you will visit a primary school, a doctor's office and share with the locals. transfer to a farmer's house where we will taste a typical Cuban coffee and be offered a variety of seasonal fruits. You will also see poultry and learn from the Cuban peasant life. enjoy an aboriginal show. typical Cuban lunch at aldea taina restaurant, and transfer to the Christopher Columbus Park to make a parade passing by the place where Christopher Columbus landed on Cuban soil for the first time on october 28, 1492..return to hotels.

FISHING ROD

round trip transportation, 4 hour-sailing for fishing.including open bar, light snacks and fishing vessels.

tHE suNsHiNE CruisE

round trip transportation, leaving from the marina in a comfortable catamaran, motor boating along the coast to a coral reef having a 30 to 45 minute- snorkeling session to enjoy the beautiful and dazzling marine life in our clear waters. light snack, interactive swim with dolphins with the 15 minute-assistance of a trainer, lunch at Cayo naranjo restaurant with lobster, accompanied by rice and seafood, open bar throughout the tour, return to the marina.

H o l G u í n - G i B a r a P l u s

departure from hotels in an air conditioned bus and guide service in english, french or spanish. arriving in holguin to visit its parks and buy souvenir. visit the loma de la Cruz and enjoy a beautiful cultural show.

departure to gibara, national monument. visit the fernando vii Battery (colonial fortification conceived in time for the protection of the bay), lunch at local restaurant on the sea. visit to an export cigar factory. visit to the city viewpoint where wind farms and an excellent view of the colonial city are appreciated. tour around the main parks and enjoy free time.

TRIPS triPs

swiMMiNG witH dolPHiNs at tHE aQuariuM

round trip transportation to Bahia de naranjo, sailing in a comfortable boat to the aquarium, enjoying the beauty of the bay, sea lion show, leisure activities and open bar service throughout the tour, swimming with dolphins for 20 minutes with the assistance of a trainer and dolphin show.

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seaACtivities

holguín excels for its gorgeous beaches -an excellent offer for nature lovers- and the quality of its nautical sports and diving, which complement the diversity of this destination.

d i V i N Gmost of northern beaches in holguín have beautiful underwater coral reefs, which constitute the main appeal for sport diving, underwater photography and contemplative diving.

fish, crustaceans, molluscs and corals as such, offer a breathtaking

and manifold variety of colours, typical of the Caribbean sea area.

the whole region has many diving sites with amazing visibility and clean warm waters a few meters off the coastline.

there is also an adequate professional staff of divers with a great experience, who serve as guides and instructors for this sport's practitioners.

diving centres offer tourist packages for day and night diving, initiation courses and other programs with highly qualified aCuC (american Canadian underwater Certification) personnel.

there are also many professional instructors who have access to diving sites on specialized, secure and comfortable vessels with equipment.

Professional instructors with access to the immersion pointsin specialized, safe, equipped and comfortable boats, in ideal conditions.

our diving centers give the possibility to enjoy more than twenty diving sites.

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divings prices are available at the diving centre with a minimum of 35.00 CuC per dive decreasing according to the package bought.

the diving Centre offers you specialized courses under aCuC accreditation.

INITIATION: 70.00 CUC SCUBA DIVER: 180.00 CUCOPEN SEA: 365.00 CUC ADVANCED: 280.00 CUC RESCUE: 335.00 CUC

EaGlE raY

guardalavaca Beach,holguín.

(53 24) 43 0316 / 43 [email protected]

sEa loVErs

Paradisus río de oro hotel,esmeralda Beach, holguín.

(53 24) 43 0132 / 43 0434ext:. 108 y 107 / 43 [email protected]

BluE world

Blau Costa verde hotel,Pesquero Beach, holguín.

(53 24) 43 0132, 43 0434 ext:. 108 y 107 / 43 [email protected]

DivinG CENtErs

la CadENa

in 1962, in a place now called vita Bay, only 45 minutes from the center of the city, a russian towboat broke down and threw a 110 meters long chain. the chain has been lying on the seabed all this time, now part of one of the best diving areas.

the chain crosses vita Bay from one side to the other, starting at 18 meters deep area reaching 40 meters in the Centre.

Casa Coral

there is a coral reef with abundantfauna mainly composed of multicolored fish and a flora withmany coral and gorgonian species.

la CoroNa

there is a coral formation resembling a great crown , abundant in corals

formations, sponges, predominantly black coral and fishes like Yellowtails, snapers and ocean triggerfish.

CuEVa 1

after a 5 minute- sailing on one of ourspeedboats, a natural masterpiece can be seen: a cave around 65 meters long.starting 20 meters deep, it keeps many species.

CaNto BoNito

a wall descending 15 meters deep gives refuge to many lobsters, crabs, octopuses and coral fishes.

Coral GardEN, aQuariuM, loMa JorGE

these areas are used for beginners or experienced divers wanting to

dive in shallow waters.an abundant fauna including different colourful fishes can be found here.

CaNto azul

to the northwestern area of our diving center, at only three minutes sailing on our speedboats,there is a pristine aquatic a wall descending 14 meters deep and dissapearing into the ocean.the wall is full of gorgonians, black coral and sponges.

during the dive a large group of Bermuda Chub will follow divers till they reach the place of the small reef shark and big Black groupers.

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islaNd ParadisE

transfer to antilla to go aboard a luxury catamaran sailboat. Contemplative navigation along the Bahia de nipe with open bar(soft drinks, waters, beers and national rum, tropical juices, vodka, whiskey, gin, tequila and brandy). entertainment program on board (crew and specialized guide). animation award is included. light snack on board. snorkeling time (45minutes) on the coral reef next to Cayo saetia, landing on one of the beaches on the island. Brunch buffet of exotic meats. free time to enjoy nature and the pristine beaches. safari island (except for customers of thomas Cook and tuiuK, who are offered a bottle of havana Club rum with case).includes marlin souvenir.

oCEaN ParadisE

transfer to marina samá. sailing along the coast in a luxury catamaran, open bar(soft drinks, waters, beers and national rum, tropical juices, vodka, whiskey, gin, tequila and brandy), tourist entertainment on board with animation award (specialized guide and crew), 2days of snorkeling in la Cubera and las Caleticas coral reef (45 minutes each).light snack on board. lunch at a Palmares restaurant in guardalavaca with a view to the sea. lunch including seafood, chicken and spaghetti. includes marlin souvenir.

CrazY CaNadiaN (snorkeling tour)

transfer to marina samá. sailing along the coast in a luxury catamaran, with contemplative walk, a position for snorkeling in la Cubera coral reef (45 minutes), snorkeling lessons for beginners, entertainment on board, open bar with soft drinks and sale of national beers on cash. 3 hour -excursion.

OTHER NAUTICAL

sPorTs

visiT THE aquarium Bahía de NaraNjo

round trip transportation to Bahia de naranjo, sailing in a comfortable boat to the aquarium enjoying the beauty of the bay, sea lion shows, entertainment activities and open bar service throughout the tour and dolphin shows. (53 24) 430439timing: 9:00 a 3:00 show: 12:00. (53 24) 43 0434e-mail: [email protected]

NAUTICAL EXCURSIONS

SEA ACTIVITIESSEA ACTIVITIES

in guardalavaca, don lino, esmeralda and Pesquero beaches, from nautical installed bases, attached to different hotels operating in these places, water sports equipment is available under the all inclusive system: catamarans, single and double kayaks, boats and water bikes.

lounge chairs and lifejackets services. reservations at Club house in each hotel one day in advance.

marina internaCional Puerto de Vita

located at latitude 21 ° 05` 80``n, longitude 75 ° 35`10``W.main dock for up to 38 berths.

services provided:- water- electricity (110/220 volts, 30 - 50 amperes)- Waste collection- sale of ice- mooring- Practical and towing service- Communication channels 13 and 16 vhf radio- Boat Custody - restaurant- fueling dock.

(53 24) 43 0465E-mail:. [email protected]

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Marina Gaviota

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Course discover:. 70.00aCuC Scuba diver Course:. 180.00

oxygenation aCuC Course Provider:. 180.00First aid Course:. 200.00

aCuC advanced Course:. 280.00open Water Course:. 365.00

rescue Course:. 335.00 dive Master Course:. 800.00

open Water instructor Course:. 1600.00dipped:. according price agreed with

each incoming packet. accompanying boat:. 9.00

DivinG(COURSES AND DIVES)

INTERESTING PLACES

sWim WiTH DolPHins at tHE aCuariuM

round trip transportation, sailing in a comfortable boat to the aquarium enjoying the beautiful surroundings of the bay, enjoy entertainment activities, open bar service throughout the tour and swim with dolphins for 20 minutes with the assistance of atrainer, dolphin and sea lion.

cayo saETíaoN CataMaráN

round trip transportation to antilla, departure from the Bacaladera dock on a comfortable catamaran, open bar on board, motor boating to the coral reef in Punta Carenero for a 30 to 45minute- snorkeling session, light snack. buffet lunch table at Playa gaviota ranchón including one drink, beach time and a safari to enjoy wildlife for 45minutes, plus a professional photo with an exotic animal. return to antilla.

CruCEro dEl sol

round trip transportation, leaving from the marina in a comfortable catamaran, motor boating along the coast to a coral reef having a 30 to 45 minute- snorkeling session to enjoy the beautiful and dazzling marine life in our clear waters. light snack, interactive swim with dolphins with the 15 minute-assistance of a trainer, lunch at Cayo naranjo restaurant with lobster, accompanied by rice and seafood, open bar throughout the tour, return to the marina.

(53 24) 43 0132 / 43 0475 [email protected]

SEA ACTIVITIESSEA ACTIVITIES

TyPE oF coursE ...PRICE

1- simple diving ... 40.002- diving Pack of 2 dives ... 60.003- diving Pack 3 dives ... 86.004- diving Pack of 4 dives ... 105.005- diving Pack of 5 dives ... 130.006- diving Pack of 6 dives ... 150.007- Pack 7 dives diving ... 170.008- diving Package 8 dives ... 190.009- diving Pack of 9 dives ... 210.0010- diving Pack 10 dives ... 230.00(introductory

course)

(open water course)

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Lodging

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aTGuarDalavaca BEACH

BrisasGuardalavaca Hotel

guardalavaca Beach, Banes, (53 24) 43 [email protected]

Club amigo atlántico Hotel Guardalavaca

guardalavaca Beach, Banes, (53 24) 430280 y 430281Fax:. (53 24) 43 0200 [email protected]

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aT PEsquEro BEaCH

Playa Pesquero Hotel

Pesquero Beach, rafael freyre. (53 24) 43 3530 Fax:. (53 24) 43 3535

[email protected]

Playa Costa Verde Hotel

Pesquero Beach, rafael freyre. (5324) 430520Fax: (53 24) 433525

[email protected]

Blau Costa VerdeBeach resort

Pesquero Beach, rafael freyre. Pizarra (53 24) 433510Fax:. (53 24) 43 3515.

[email protected]

riu Playa turquesa

Pesquero Beach, rafael freyre. (53 24) 43 3540Fax:. (53 24) 43 3545

[email protected] [email protected]

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| 37 36 | lodGiNG LODGING

aT EsmEralDa BEACH

Paradisus río de ororesort & spa

Playa esmeralda, roadto guardalavaca, rafael freyre. (53 24) 43 0090Fax:. (53 24) 43 0095

[email protected]

sol río de luna y Mares

Playa esmeralda, roadto guardalavaca, rafael freyre. (53 24) 43 0060Fax:. (53 24) 43 0065

[email protected]

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LODGING | 39 38 | LODGING

aT Don LINO BEACH

Villa don lino(sol y arena)

don lino Beach, rafael freyre. (53 24) 43 0308Fax:. (53 24) 43 0309

[email protected]

Buena Vista Hostel

Plaza del fuerte,gibara (53 24) 84 4399

ordoño Hotel

J. Peralta % donato mármol e independencia, gíbara. (53 24) 84 44 48.

[email protected] [email protected]

AT GIBARA BEACH

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Birancito Bungalows

Bahía naranjo. rafael freyre. Confortable replica of fidel Castro ruz’s birthplace (5324) 430903 y 430909

[email protected]

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Tourism AND NATURE

Villa Pinares de Mayarí

loma de la mensura, Pinares de mayarí (5324) 521412

[email protected]

Villa Cayo saetía

Cayo saetía, northerncoast, mayarí. (53 24) 51 6900 / 51 6901

[email protected]

LODGING LODGING

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| 43 42 | LODGING LODGING

Villa El Bosque (la aldaba)

avenida Jorge dimitrov, holguín. (5324 ) 48 1012.Fax: (53 24) 48 [email protected]

HOLGUÍN CITY

Villa Mirador de Mayabe (Masnatura)

alturas de mayabe. Km. 8, holguín. (53 24) 422160 / 425347Fax: (53 24) 42 5498

[email protected] [email protected]@mayabe.co.cu [email protected]@mayabe.co.cu

Pernik Hotel(la aldaba)

ave. Jorge dimitrov yPlaza de la revolución. (53 24) 48 1011 / (53 24) 48 1667

[email protected] [email protected]

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iN la BolEraG a m E s r o o m

EnTErTainmEnT anD rEcrEaTion

light meals, national and international cocktails.

Children's activities, games bowlingo, billiards, simulators, crane toys, jukebox, karaoke, fast track, dance competitions and animation.

address: Calle habana, esquina a Calle libertad, holguín

(53 24) 46 8812Hours: 10:00 am. to 2:00 am.Capacity: 50 peoples.

reCreAtionaNd LeisUre

rEnTinG PlaCEs

Guardalavaca BeachParking lots at atlánticoand Brisas guardalavacahotels.

(53 24) 43 0780timing: 9.30 a.m. a 4.30 p.m.

HorsE rENtal

Guardalavacastables across from guardalavaca hotel, behind los flamboyanesshopping center give thisopportunity. 9.00 a.m. a 5.00 p.m.

MotorBiKE rENtal

transtur PerniK hotel: ave. Jorge dimitrov y Plaza de la revolución 468196

Víarental office. extending frexes s / n, (opposite the park's Quixote). 429755 Basement 18 floors 482157

moTorBikE anDBiCYClE rENtal

Bicycles are included for hotel guests.

rEcrEaTion anD lEisurE rEcrEaTion anD lEisurE

HourlY ratE

2 hours: 13.00 cuc3 hours: 16.00 cuc4 hours: 19.00 cucfrom 17 hrs to 8:00 hrs: 19.00 cucfrom 9 hrs to 17 hrs: 23.00 cuc

DOWN PAYMENT WARRANTY: 30.00 CuC

dailY ratE

1 day: 25.00 cuc2 to 4 days: 20.00 cuc5 to 12 days: 18.00 cucfrom 13 to 20 days: 16.00 cucfrom 21 to 29 days: 14.00 cuc30 days: 12.00 cuc

DOWN PAYMENT WARRANTY: 50.00 cuc

tHE Motos

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HolGuíN rEsTarauranTs

salon 1720near the Calixto garcía park tph: 468150

isla CristalCalle libertad 3er Piso. esquina martí. ubicado en el centro de la ciudadtph. 421041

loma de la Cruzalturas de la loma de la Cruztph. 0152855647

BaNEs rEsTauranTs

Complejo Aldea Taina Yaguajay. Banestph. 430422

GuardalaVaCa rEsTarauranTs

italiano Playa specialized in italian food. international and national cocktails. service à la carte. Playa guardalavaca. tph. 43 01 37

El anclaPlaya guardalavacatph. 43038

GiBara rEsTauranTs

El Faroview of the sea international and Cuban food.tph. 84 45 96

FrEYrE rEsTauranTs

El Navegante (Puerto de Vita)rafael freyreCuban and international food.tph. 43 04 75

Colombo (Puerto de Vita)Cayo Bariay. rafael freyre. Cuban and international foodtph. 43 07 66

Cayo NaranjoBahía de naranjo, Km 48 carreteraguardalavaca. tph. 43 04 39

HolGuíN

al Paso El Bosque av. internacionalistas esq. ave Jorge dimitrov

al Paso la rotondaavenida lenin y Calle Cuba comercio especializado

"El Mojito" Barfrexes street entre morales lemus y narciso lópez

Fuente de soda El Framboyán maceo no. 164 e/ aguilera y frexes. tph.468032

la Bolerahabana no. 8 e/ libertad y maceo. tph. 468812

la Marqueta Cafeteríamartires e/ marti y luz Caballero

Pico Cristal Cafeteríalibertad, esq. martí. ubicado en el 1er piso Pico Cristal.tph. 45 49 12

dimar Modularla CentralCarretera Central esq. aricochea. tph.421167

Fuente de soda la Únicamaceo no. 168 e/ frexes y martì. tph.468032

la Palma Cafeteríaroad guardalavaca Km 7 sao arriba.

dinos Pizza El Parquelibertad 169 / martí y frexes. telf.468588

la Begonia snack Barmaceo no. 176 e/ frexes y martì telf. 427354

BaNEs

al Paso Banesaugusto Blanco e/ Bayamo y C.m. de Céspedestph. 803562

Kiosco 4 CaminosCuatro Caminos Pastorita

Barra Banesaugusto Blanco e/ Bayamo y C.m. de Céspedes

las Palmas Cafeteríageneral marrero e/Bayamo y C. m.Céspedestph. 802803

El latinoCafetería ave. màrtires no. 108, Banes.tph. 802298

sNaCKs aNd Bars

GuardalaVaCa

Vicaria Los Amigos Cafetería

la rueda BarPlaya guardalavaca

El Caney CafeteríaPlaya guardalavaca

El uvero Cafetería

El Pirata CafeteríaPlaya guardalavacatph. 802803

Boulevard CafeteríaPlaya guardalavacatph. 430239

FrEYrE

Morena VerdeBahía de naranjo. Km 48, road to guardalavaca. rafael freyre.national and international drinks.

GiBara

la loja Barinternational and national food.

El Faroview of the sea. tph. 84 45 96

wHere TO eaT?

rEstauraNts

loma de la Cruz restaurant

WHERE TO EAT

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| 49 48 |

CABAretnigtH

TErraZa salÓN 1720

varied cuisine offer.recorded music,artists presentationsand karaoke. 120 pax. 6.00 pm a 2.00 am

CaFÉ dE los artistas

With an attractive andsuggestive night view. Performances andKaraoke. 80 pax. 9.00 pm a 2.00 am

CaBarEt NoCturNo

Just 5 minutes from the city, surrounded by trees and under the stars, enjoy a show where music, dance and joy come together.400 pax. 10.00 pm a 2.00 am

nights have a special meaning in holguín for its location between the Caribbean and the atlantic ocean. at night people behave differently.

nights in holguín invite you to discover that feeling of always wanting more.

Casa dE la MÚsiCa

frexes esq. a libertad. holguín (53 24) 42 9561 matinee from 3:00 pm to7:00 pm, night activity from 10:00 pm to 4:00 am.Cultural complex withartists presentations,piano-bar and cafeteria.

PErnik HotEl tErraCE

ave. Jorge dimitrov y Plaza de la revolución. holguín (53 24) 48 1012

la roca Ball rooM

guardalavaca Beach, Banes (53 24) 43 0314

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| 51 50 |

CulturAl ceNTers

“El GuayaBEro” Casa dE la troVa

maceo no, entre frexes y martí.

(53 24) 45 3104

holguín singer faustino oramas, el guayabero, the place promotes Cuban traditional music: balads and son. City musicians withguests from other places also perform here. everyday

1:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m., 9:00 p.m.- 1.00 a.m.

BEnny moréCultural CENtEr

maceo esq. luz Caballero. Cuban music, ballroom and national artists performances.

timing: tuesdays to sundays 8:00 p.m. - 3:00 a.m. matinee 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Jazz CluB

Calle frexes, esq a libertad. (53 24) 46 1273

small bands and solo players. Jazz jams and music. everyday.

Cafeteria:12:00 m-10:45 p.m.Restaurant:12:00m-11:45 p.m.Jazz room:3:00 p.m.-2:00 a.m.

PlasTic arTs ProViNCial

martí, esq a maceo.

(53 24) 42 2392

five exhibition rooms with monthly displays.small room: national artists displays.

some activitiesmartes a domingo 1:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

caFé trEs luCías

Calle mártires, esq a frexes.

(53 24) 45 1872

specialized film programs. short films and clips. instrumental music performers.

everyday 7:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m.- 1.00 a.m.

culTural cEnTErculTural cEnTEr

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| 53 52 | usEFul inFormaTion RECREATION AND LEISURE

monEy EXcHanGE HolGuíNProvincial ManagementCadecaCalle frexes e/ Cervantes y narciso lópez (53 24) 46 8663 8:30 am a 4:00 pm

Holguín CadecaCalle libertad no. 205 e/ luz caballero y martí (53 24) 46 8503 7:00 am a 7:00 pm

los Chinos Cadeca los Chinos grocery store, reparto lenin (53 24) 42 1683 8:30 am a 4:15pm

Frank País internationalairportCarrtera Central vía Bayamo Km 11 �. (53 24) 46 8074

BFi sucursal Holguínlibertad no. 65 e/ frexes y aguilera. (53 24) 468502mondays to fridays,8:30 to 3:30

Bandec Holguínarias 159 a e/ maceo y li-bertad (53 24) 46 1389 8:00 am to 1:00 pm

Villa El Bosque Hotelave. Jorge dimitrov 9:00 am a 8:00 pm

GUARDALAVACA BEACH

Club amigo atlántico Hotel

(53 24) 430138 9:00 am to 8:00 pm

PLAYA PESQUERO

riu Playaturquesa

(53 24) 43 3880 9:00 am to 8:00 pm

Blau Costa Verde Hotel

(53 24) 43 3858 9:00 am to 8:00

Playa Pesquero Hotel

(53 24) 43 3800 9:00 am to 8:00 pm

Playa Costa Verde Hotel

(53 24) 43 3845 9:00 am to 8:00 pm

BANES

avenida Cárdenas

no. 108 esq. a martí (53 24) 802873 9:00 am to 8:00 pm

MOA

Camilo Cienfuegos s/n

(53 24) 606395 9:00 am to 8:00 pm

PLAYA ESMERALDA

río de luna - Mares Hotel (53 24) 43 0012 / 43 0089 9:00 am to 8:00 pm

Paradisus río de oro Hotel (53 24) 43 0079 9:00 am to 8:00 pm

cusTomrEGulatioNs

art items (paintings, engravings, handcraft items, etc.) not being heritage goods

such items can only be exported under express authorization issued by the national registry of Cultural goods. the value of these items can exceed the amount of 1 000 CuC.

Goods or items with museum orheritage values:

re-exportation will be only possible with museum- valuable items or objects previously imported. to this purpose the Custom-certified declaration into the country is required.

Currency and other valuable items:

only convertible currency and other valuable items exceeding the amount of five thousand (5000.00) CuC can be exported, providing that:

• the amount had been previously imported. to this purpose it shall be necessary to produce the declaration of value filled and certified on entering the country.

• the amount was lawfully acquired in the country, which shall be proven through presentation of the relevant bank document.

Books and publications:

it is not authorized the exportation of books and other publications edited more than 50 years ago, nor the ones marked as belonging to ediciones r or bearing stamps of libraries or other organizations.

usEFul inFormaTion

useful

information

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| 55 54 | TransPorTaTion TransPorTaTion

Efficiency is the main characteristic of the different companies devoted to offer a high quality service in the transportation of its clients all around the country.

transportation HolguínFraNK País

AIRPORT

RENTAL AGENCIEtraNstur

(cubacar y Havanautos)

RENTAL AGENCIE traNsGaViota

(53 24) 46 8421 (53 24) 46 8414 (53 24) 46 8412

la Central (53 24) 424695

Cocal (53 24) 468789

Pernik (53 24) 468196

Pico Cristal (53 24) 468559

la avenida (24 Hours) (53 24) 421141

Guardalavaca (53 24) 430389

Banes (53 24) 803239

Gibara (53 24) 844222

Moa (53 24) 602232

dirección Comercial (53 24) [email protected]

oficina de reservas (53 24) 468217 ext 111 [email protected]

(Vía) Centro de Negocios (0124) 429755

Martí Cinema (0124) 421602

Edif. 18 Plantas (0124) 482157

Villa El Bosque (24) 481017

Cine Hanoi, Banes 804118

luna-Mares Hotel 430011

río de oro Hotel 430014

Playa Pesquero Hotel 433555

Blau Costa Verde Hotel 433501 Playa Costa Verde Hotel 433804

riu Playa turquesa 433361

CAR RENTAL

Jeeps and buses of different brands, with or without driver and 24-hour technicalassistance, all this with Cuban rental agencies.

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TRANSTUR BussEs

trips to any place in Cuba by air - conditioning buses (transfers, trips and tours) with a high level of comfort and a professional crew.

(53 24) 43 0490 y 43 0614 ext. 120. E-mail: [email protected] hours service desk: (53 24) 430 243

TRANSGAVIOTAS S.A BussEs

Playa esmeralda, rafael freyre.the company provides a state of transportationservice supported by the high quality and professionalism of its employees.

(53 24) 430047 / 430075

aguada la Piedra: transgaviota busses (53 24) 434996 / 43405

Transtur's Busses

Transgaviota's Busses

CUBATAXI

allows you to enjoy even the last minute of your time without worries using the type of taxi you choose (standard or micro) by attractive prices.martí esq. máximo gómez. holguín

(53 24) 42 3290 / 47 [email protected]

VIAZUL BussEs

Carretera Central no. 19. holguín. (53 24) 42 2111

sale of tickets for international and national flights by Cubana and other airlines as well as regular and charter flights.

-City officelibertad esq. a martí. holguín. (53 24) 46 8148, 46 8149mondays to fridays 8:00 am to 4:00

-Frank País airport office (53 24) 46 8114, 47 4707 [email protected]

FraNK País GarCíaiNtErNatioNalairPort

Carretera Central on the way to Bayamo Km.11 1/2schedule: from 7:00 amon.

National information (53 24) 47 [email protected]

internacional information (53 24) 474525

arrival Hall- viP service- medical services- lost and found

departure Hall- viP service-Currency exchangeservice- luggage sealing- liquor store- Courier services- duty free store- snack bar

aEroCariBBEaN

sale of tickets to national provinces and to the Caribbean.

-City officelibertad esq. a martí. holguín. (53 24) 46 8556mondays to fridays 8:00am to 4:00

-frank País airport office (53 24) 46 8600, 47 4528.

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| 59 58 | stores stores

holguín. el Bosque hotel, tph. 42116

la Excelenciamaceo e/arias y aguilera. holguín, tph. 468075

la Mariposamixta turística, aeropuerto internacional. holguín, tph.468182

Children's worldspecialized offers for children and young people. máximo gómez e/ luz

casa del tabacoEl cuje(Tiendas caracol)

stores

HOLGUÍN

la PrincipalPhoto Club, maceo. esq arias holguín, tph. 421107

El Cocalmixta turística, Carretera vía Bayazo, holguín. villa

el Cocal, tph. 468506

la luzmixta turística, Carretera vía Bayamo km 777. holguín. villa el Quinqué, tph. 468105

d´Modamixta turística, ave. Jorge dimitrov. holguín. Pernik hotel,tph. 468291

Buen andarave Jorge dimitrov.

Caballero y martí. holguín, tph . 421697

la Vegaholguín tobaccofactory. tph. 468000

Kiosko la Plaquitaave.los Álamos

la daliamixta turística, gibara, tph 845489

Novedadesmixta turística, avenida Jorge dimitrov holguín.

el Bosque hotel, tph. 468289

alturas de Mayabemixta turística, mirador de mayabe. holguín, tph. 425347

la Cohobamercado 1 e/ máximo gómez y mártires. holguín, tph. 468697

Kiosko El Framboyánamplio Consumo, c/maceo esq línea. holguín

la Campanalibertad, esq. martí. holguín. tph. 46 65 34.

El Bazarmixta turística, international airport. holguín, tph.468192

la Primavera national airport. holguín, tph.468131

Pico Cristalmaceo e/ martí y luz Caballero, tph.468393

Paraísomixta turística, villa las Brisas. guardalavaca, tph. 430391

Pan y Marguardalavaca, nsumo, c/maceo esq línea. holguíntph. 430199

la orquídeaatlántico hotel. guardalavaca, tph. 430190

Costa PlayaComplejo 3d. guardalavaca, tph. 430405

Photo ClubComplejo 3d.

guardalavaca, tph. 430682

las arenasmixta turística, Complejo3d. guardalavaca, tph. 430405

Mar Pacíficomixta turística, guardalavaca hotel, tph. 430338

El Cuje villa turey. guardalavaca, tph. 430431

Mar azulPlaya guardalavaca, tph. 431150

la Golondrinalas Brisas hotel. guardalavaca, tph. 430206

MOA

las Gardeniasmixta turística, miraflo-res hotel. moa, tph. 604313

la Cima c/ Pedro soto alba. moa, tph. 607868

GUARDALAVACA

d´Cubamixta turística, guardalavaca. Banes, tph.. 430404

la Épocamixta turística, villa turey. guardalavaca, tph. 430207

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events

iBEroamErican CulturE PartY

the encounter of two cultures iscommemorated each year withtheoretical meetings and culturalexhibitions from october 24 through 30. such festivity was promoted by holguín´s archaeologist José manuel guarch, and is now implemented by the Casa de iberoamérica ( iberoamerican house).

Casa de iberoamérica.arias e / libertad y maceo, holguín.

(53 24) 42 7714

loW BuDGET Film iNtErNatioNal FEstiVal

Promotion and theoretical meeting on alternative movie-making performed with a minimum of resources take place in this festival founded by film maker humberto solás, who directed "lucía" memorable film. for such event prestigious movie actors and actreses are convened each year in gibara.

international low Budget film office. ave 23 #1155, edif iCaiC, 6to piso, la habana. www.festivalcinepobre.org (53 24) 844160 al 55 ext 210

romErías dE MaYo

may 2nd through 8th. this event takes place from may 2nd to 8th , and it evokes the tradition franciscan friar francisco de alegrías started by placing a wooden cross on top of the hill known today as loma de la Cruz.this is the principal activity organized by the hermanos saíz association in holguín. those days we can find here the best young artist from Cuba and other countries.

Culture Provincial management festivals and events office : maceo, e/ frexes y aguilera, holguín.

(53 24) 45 2168

naTional mEETinG oF soN BaNds

rescue of son traditions from the eastern area of Cuba.

mayarí Culture sectorial office .leyte vidal #103. mayarí, holguín.

Centro Provincial de la música (music Provincial Center) mártires # 73 e/ frexes y aguilera, holguín. (53 24) 52 108 / 53 873

(53 24) 503873, 502136 fax: 46 5012

romeríasde mayo

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suGGestions fOr cUba

santiago de Cuba, the second most important city of the country, is the hero City of the republic and holds the golden apple, an award given by the international association of tourist Press.

santiago visitors can enjoy the joy and warmth of a region where races and cultures are merged . visitors will be provided with a renewed infrastructure for the development of different tourist forms with a safe and peaceful environment .in the city, along the coast and in the mountains there are various accommodation options. they have a considerable variety of hotels, restaurants, places of historical, cultural and natural attractions.

this diversity is a guarantee for visitors seeking relaxation, entertainment, recreation, comfort and diversity . meeting santiago de Cuba is an opportunity to share with his people who appreciate and offer solidarity, gratitude and hospitality.

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