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FEATURED READ · OCTOBER 2026
Cuba Travel Update, October 2026: What We Saw and Our Plans for 2027
Chaz Chambers shares a firsthand update after his October 2026 humanitarian trip to Cuba, and explains how music, independent businesses, and long-standing relationships are shaping HMT’s return in 2027.
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New perspectives on Cuba, its music, and what travelers should know.
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Award-Winning Cuba Tours: Havana Music Tours Earns 2024 Tripadvisor Honor
Read story →: Award-Winning Cuba Tours: Havana Music Tours Earns 2024 Tripadvisor HonorThis article reports our 2024 Tripadvisor award. Tour dates, group sizes and offers mentioned below describe…
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Cuba: Celebrated as the Caribbean’s Cultural Hub for 2024
Read story →: Cuba: Celebrated as the Caribbean’s Cultural Hub for 2024We are thrilled to announce that the World Travel Awards have named Cuba Caribbean’s Leading Cultural…
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Why the Havana Jazz Festival Should Be on Your Bucket List
Read story →: Why the Havana Jazz Festival Should Be on Your Bucket ListIf you love music or enjoy exploring unique cultural events, the Havana Jazz Festival is a…
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Tracing the Threads: The Integral Role of Cuban Music in the History of Jazz
Read story →: Tracing the Threads: The Integral Role of Cuban Music in the History of JazzThe Symbiotic Journey of Cuban Music and Jazz: From Havana to New Orleans and New York…
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5 Popular Music Festivals in Cuba: Havana, Varadero & More
Read story →: 5 Popular Music Festivals in Cuba: Havana, Varadero & MoreMusic Festivals in Cuba (Reviewed September 2026) Current tour note: Festival schedules and lineups can change.…
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Santiago de Cuba: A Musical Journey Through Time and Tradition
Read story →: Santiago de Cuba: A Musical Journey Through Time and TraditionNestled on the southeastern coast of Cuba, Santiago de Cuba stands as a testament to the…
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Discover the Havana Salsa Festival 2024: A Guide to Your Next Unforgettable Experience
Read story →: Discover the Havana Salsa Festival 2024: A Guide to Your Next Unforgettable ExperienceWelcoming You to a Celebration Like No Other: Prepare to enter the lively and heartwarming atmosphere…
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The Sound of Cuba 2024: Unique Tours by Havana Music Tours
Read story →: The Sound of Cuba 2024: Unique Tours by Havana Music ToursHavana Music Tours’ 2024 Cuba Tours: A Look Back Historical tour archive — reviewed September 2026:…
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Havana Jazz Plaza 2024: A Global Celebration of Jazz in Cuba
Read story →: Havana Jazz Plaza 2024: A Global Celebration of Jazz in CubaWhat to Expect from the Havana Jazz Festival 2024 Past festival archive — reviewed September 2026:…
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