Cuba Adventure Guide

the long version

Cuba is a country of surprises, where new mixes with old to create a jumble of colors, sounds and smells. It�s a destination like no other. And here is the best guide to everything it offers, including Hanava's sizzling nightlife and world-renowned music clubs; awesome scuba diving off Isla de la Juventud; historical sights in Granma; galleries and museums in Matanzas; and monuments that litter the country and testify to its turbulent past. The author tells you about this amazing land, the people that call it home and their history and culture. Detailed city maps are keyed to show the location of sights, hotels and restaurants. Town and regional maps, color photos. 500 pages."These useful guides are highly recommended... " Library JournalThis signature Hunter series targets travelers eager to explore the destination. Extensively researched and offering the very latest information, Adventure Guides are written by knowledgeable, experienced authors. The focus is on outdoor activities - hiking, biking, rock climbing, horseback riding, downhill skiing, parasailing, scuba diving, backpacking, and waterskiing, among others - and these user-friendly books provide all the details you need, including prices. The best local outfitters are listed, along with contact numbers, addresses and recommendations. A comprehensive introductory section provides background on history, geography, climate, culture, when to go, transportation and planning. These very readable guides then take a region-by-region approach, plunging into the very heart of each area and the adventures offered, giving a full range of accommodations, shopping, restaurants for every budget, and festivals. All books have town and regional maps.