Cuba is in crisis. After 35 years of one-party rule, the island stands on the brink of dramatic change. Its economy destroyed by the collapse of the eastern bloc, its people suffering increasing hardship, Cuba`s unique political & social structures are close to collapse. What is life like in Cuba at this decisive moment in its history?” Cuba In Focus” explores:
- The History: Spanish rule, US domination, the age of dictators, the 1959 revolution & the birth of socialism- Politics & the Economy: The Communist Party, Fidel Castro & the myth of ` Che`, the Cold War & since, from sugar to tourism & the growth of the black market- People & society: The welfare state, human rights & dissidence, the Miami connection, women, youth & race- Culture: The symbolism of revolution, music, literature & film, Afro Cuba & religious expression; ideology & censorship
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The recent retirement of Fidel Castro turned the world`s attention towards the island nation of Cuba & the question of what its future holds. Amid the talk & hypothesizing, it is worth taking a moment to consider how Cuba reached this point. Antoni Kapcia provides this with his incisive history of Cuba since 1959. Kapcia`s history takes the Cuban Revolution as its starting point, analysing the process of social revolution, its benefits & disadvantages, popular participation in the revolution & the development of its ideology. Kapcia probes Castro`s rapid rise to national leader, exploring his politics of defence & dissent as well as his contentious relationship with the USA from the beginning of his reign. The book also considers the evolution of the revolution`s international profile & Cuba`s foreign relations over the years, investigating issues & events such as the Bay of Pigs crisis, Cuban relations with Communist nations like Russia & China, & the flight of asylum-seeking Cubans to Florida over the decades. The collapse of the Soviet Union between 1989 & 1991 catalysed a severe economic & political crisis in Cuba, but Cuba was surprisingly resilient in the face of the catastrophe, Kapcia notes, & he examines the strategies adopted by Cuba over the last two decades in order to survive America`s longstanding trade embargo. A fascinating & much-needed examination of a country that has served as an important political symbol & diplomatic enigma for the twentieth century, ” Cuba in Revolution” is a critical primer for all those interested in Cuba`s past or concerned with its future. ...

With its varied natural beauty & troubled history, Cuba is a land of startling contrasts. From historic sites & crumbling architecture to unspoilt beaches & vibrant nightlife, Insight Guide Cuba provides detailed coverage of this fascinating country, while full-colour photography & maps help you navigate with ease. Our detailed Travel Tips give you all the practical information you need to plan your trip, including our selection of the best & most authentic hotels & restaurants. ...

Cuba in the Pocket Guide series from Insight provides detailed commentary on a collection of itinerary based trips in a handy pocket format. The guide has an historical & cultural introduction, profiling the growth of the country. There is also a large selection of localised & pedestrian friendly tour itineraries designed to take in the major sites. Further sections detail leisure activities including shopping, eating out, nightlife, festivals & local events with accompanying addresses & contact details where relevant. There is also practical guidance on transport, local services, language & accommodation, a large selection of colour photographs & a pull-out pocket map. ...

Cuba at 1:600, 000 on a double-sided indexed map from ITMB printed on light, waterproof & tear-resistant plastic paper, with street plans of central Havana, central Santiago de Cuba & the Varadero Peninsula. The map is double-sided, dividing the country west/east with a good overlap between the sides. Altitude colouring with spot heights indicate the topography, with swaps, seasonal rivers, & coastal reefs also marked. The map shows Cuba’s road network including selected local roads & country tracks with locations of petrol stations & driving distances on main routes. Railway lines are included & local airports are marked. Also shown are internal administrative boundaries & names of the provinces (including the US base at Guantanamo). Symbols highlight places of interest, including campsites & selected accommodation, beaches & diving sites, viewpoints, caves, etc, some annotated with brief descriptions. Latitude & longitude lines are drawn at 30’ intervals. Each side has a separate index. Street plans, annotated with places of interest, services & accommodation, show central Havana (including the Old Town) & central Santiago de Cuba. The map also

Includes:: a street plan of the Varadero Peninsula tourist complex, naming numerous hotels, restaurants, beaches, etc.

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Marco Polo Cuba: the Travel Guide with Insider Tips Experience all the attractions of Cuba with this up-to-date & authoritative guide, complete with ` Best Of` recommendations. Find hotels & restaurants, check out the island`s beaches & its trendiest places, & find out about festivals & events & sports & activities; also tips for shopping & getting by on a low budget. Further sections include: Excursions & Tours, Travel Tips, Travel with Kids, Links, Blogs, Apps & more, Spanish phrasebook & index; useful too is the ` Perfect Route` section & the handy pull-out map supplied in addition to the Road Atlas inside. If there`s one Caribbean island you must see, it`s Cuba! A unique holiday paradise with more than 4, 000 offshore islands, including chains with such evocative names as ` Gardens of the King`. With Marco Polo Cuba you can dive into a colourful dream of rhythm, revolution & retreat. The practical, pocket-sized guide leads you to glorious white beaches & ports & colonial towns redolent with history. Be enchanted by the slightly morbid, but irresistibly charming Havana! Track down the afro-cuban heritage in lively Santiago de Cuba. Encounter Cubans who might be a bit ` Che Guavara`, & wonder at their lust for life! Visit tobacco factories & rum distilleries. The Insider Tips reveal where you can buy the hottest Latin music discs, can feed the sharks & enjoy the most beautiful beach in the Caribbean. The ` Best Of` pages highlight some unique aspects of Cuba, recommend places to go for free, & have tips for rainy days & where you can relax & unwind, while panels in each chapter suggest things to do if you`re on a tight budget & where you might pick up some real bargains. Explore Cuba: in Excursions & Tours you will discover in your hire car the sheer colour & variety of the island
- orchids, caves, towns & beaches. For watersports enthusiasts & nature lovers there`s nowhere quite like it, whether in its paradise resorts, its mountains or its countless islands, & you can find out about everything from diving to windsurfing in the Sports & Activities chapter. Finally the Dos & Don`ts warn you about drugs, giving money to children & going topless. Marco Polo Cuba provides comprehensive coverage of all parts of the isl&. To help you find your way around there are the ` Where to Start` panels for the main cities, a detailed Road Atlas, pull-out map & a map of Havana in the cover. Don`t go on holiday without a Marco Polo guide!
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Cuba at 1:1, 000, 000 on an indexed map from Marco Polo Travel Publishing with special features to aid route planning & large street plans of central Havana Cienfuegos, Camaguey, Santiago de Cuba, plus the holiday resorts of Playas del Este & Varadero.A fold-out extension of the map cover gives at-a-glance overview of of the isl&, highlighting main places of interest & making it much easier to find various localities on the main map and/or plan a route. A set of seven peel-on/peel-off stickers, removable without damaging the map, is provided to make routes or locations more prominent when navigating. Cartography is from the renowned German publishers Mair Dumont. Locations of interest are prominently highlighted, with separate colouring for picturesque towns or villages & for natural sites including numerous caves. Topography is presented by relief shading with spot heights & names of mountain ranges, lakes, marshes, etc. Along the coast numerous small bays are named & coral reefs are marked. Road network

Includes:: many small local roads. Railway lines are shown & local airports are marked. In addition to the specially highlighted locations symbols show various other places of interest. The map also shows the country’s internal administrative boundaries with names of the provinces. Latitude & longitude lines are drawn at intervals of 30’ & 1º respectively. Multilingual map legend

Includes:: English. The index is in a separate booklet attached to the map cover & in addition to towns & villages also

Includes:: mountains, lakes, rivers, national parks & sites of interest. Large insets show a street plan of central Havana, the Old Town & the adjoining districts, also Cienfuegos, Camaguey & Santiago de Cuba, plus the holiday resorts of Playas del Este & Varadero. Also included is a distance table.





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Marco Polo Pocket Guide Cuba: the Travel Guide with Insider Tips Explore Cuba with this handy, pocket-sized, authoritative guide, packed with Insider Tips. Discover boutique hotels, authentic restaurants, the country`s trendiest places, & get tips on shopping & what to do on a limited budget. There are plenty of ideas for travel with kids, & a summary of all the festivals & events that take place in Cuba. Let Marco Polo show you all this wonderful country has to offer... Dive into a colourful dream of rhythm, revolution & retreat. This practical, pocket-sized guide will lead you to glorious white beaches, ports & colonial towns redolent with history. Be enchanted by the slightly morbid, but irresistibly charming Havana, track down the afro-cuban heritage in lively Santiago de Cuba, encounter Cubans who might be a bit ` Che Guavara`, & wonder at their lust for life, visit tobacco factories & rum distilleries... This is Cuba! Your Marco Polo Cuba Pocket Guide
Includes:: Insider Tips
- we show you the hidden gems & little known secrets that offer a real insight into Cuba. Discover where you can buy the hottest Latin music, find out where to feed the sharks or enjoy the most beautiful beach in the Caribbean. Best of
- find the best things to do for free, the best `only in` Cuba experiences, the best things to do if it rains & the best places to relax & spoil yourself. Sightseeing
- all of the top sights are organised by region so you can easily plan your trip. Discovery Tours
- specially tailored tours that will get you to the heart of Cuba. Here are the best tours that will help you enjoy all of Cuba`s breath-taking scenery from the island`s capital, Havana, to the idyllic beaches on the northern coast. Cuba in full-colour
- Marco Polo Pocket Guide Cuba

Includes:: full-colour photos throughout the guide bringing the country to life offering you a real taste of what you can see & enjoy on your trip. Touring App
- new for 2018, you can download any of the Discovery Tours to your smartphone, complete with the detailed route description & map exactly as featured in the guide, free of charge. The maps can be used offline too, so no roaming charges. The perfect navigational tool with distance indicators & landmarks highlighting the correct direction to travel in as well as GPS coordinates along the way. Enjoy stress-free sightseeing & never get lost again! Road Atlas & pull-out map
- we`ve included a detailed road atlas & a handy, pull-out map so you can pop the guide in your bag for a full-on sightseeing day or head out with just the map to enjoy your Discovery Tour. Useful Spanish phrases
- the essential words & phrases are included to help you get by. Trust Marco Polo Pocket Guide Cuba to show you around this wonderful Caribbean isl&. The comprehensive coverage & unique insights will ensure you experience everything Cuba has to offer & more. The special tips, personal insights & unusual experiences will help you make the most of your trip
- just arrive & enjoy.











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Cuba on an indexed road map from Michelin with on the reverse three street plans of Havana: the city centre & Old Havana with an additional enlargement for its central part, plus street plans of central Santiago de Cuba & Trinidad. The map shows the whole island on one side at a good scale of 1:800, 000 with very clear presentation of its road network which

Includes:: selected unsurfaced local tracks. Driving distances are marked on main routes & selected smaller roads. Topography is indicated by subtle relief shading & colouring and/or graphics for woodlands, swamps & mangrove, & names of mountain ranges, peaks, etc. National parks & other protected areas are highlighted. Symbols indicate various places of interest including campsites, UNESCO World Heritage sites, beaches, diving & snorkelling spots, etc. The map has latitude & longitude lines at 30’ intervals. The index is on the reverse, The reverse side also

Includes:: a street plan of central Havana, a more detailed plan of the capital’s Old Havana district with a further enlargement of the area around the Plaza de la Catedral & Plaza de Armas, plus plans of central Trinidad & Santiago de Cuba. All the plans highlight important buildings & various facilities. Also provided is information the basic driving regulations.



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