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Central America Caribbean » Cuba » Oeste » La Habana
January 18th 2020
Published: March 30th 2021
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After our ride Friday night in the classic cars, we were ready to learn about one man’s private enterprise to literally capitalize on these flamboyant vehicles. Julio Alvarez greeted us a bit late because he already had some tourists seeing his garage. Full of good humour and passion, he had us listening raptly to his story of passion and strategy. His father was a mechanic who trained his son ... Read Full Entry



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Street musicians Street musicians
Street musicians
Cubans love the complex music of bands.
Plazuela de Santo Domingo 1728-2006 Plazuela de Santo Domingo 1728-2006
Plazuela de Santo Domingo 1728-2006
Small plaza in front of a reconstructed historic building
Original bellsOriginal bells
Original bells
Casa de Govierno y Palacio Municipal 1776
Last look at iconic touring cars Last look at iconic touring cars
Last look at iconic touring cars
Buena Vista Social Club posterBuena Vista Social Club poster
Buena Vista Social Club poster
Excitement!
El Guajirito El Guajirito
El Guajirito
Opening act for the Buena Vista Social Club
Buena Vista Social Club Buena Vista Social Club
Buena Vista Social Club
MC exhorts the already animate audience.
Oh the rhythm!Oh the rhythm!
Oh the rhythm!
Buena Vista Social Club



30th March 2021
Buena Vista Social Club poster

Ake Och Emma
Ake Dahllof and Emma Holmbro

One thing we missed
You saw and did a lot in Cuba that we missed. Buena Vista Social Club is one. Well, that will be for next time. Thanks for posting your blogs. They bring back many memories. /Ake
4th April 2021

Isabel Gibson
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Music
There's nothing like live music, and the Buena Vista Social Club is a favourite. What a fun way to end your tour. After their experience with some of the abuses of capitalism I can see why they'd be cautious, but it's good to see even small steps to opening up the economy. I think when we were there they were allowing small restaurants in people's homes.
6th April 2021

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Buena Vista Social Club
Never in my expectations had I thought I would be at a live show with Buena Vista Social Club. I hope other travelers will have the chance to attend on future trips.

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