The Cuban Music Scene
The best musicians in the world. The secret of Cuban music By Chaz Chambers(Musician, Tour Guide Leader, and Director of Havana Music Tours and Musical Getaways) Every time I go to a show in Havana or anywhere in Cuba,…
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Listening guides, artist profiles and stories about son, rumba, timba and Afro-Cuban jazz. Explore the distinct histories and contemporary sounds of Cuban music through our contributors’ work.
What Is the Best Way to Travel to Cuba?
Legal Travel to Cuba (Reviewed September 2026) U.S.–Cuba rules can change. For the most detailed current guidance, see our current legal travel guide. By Chaz Chambers(Musician, Tour Guide Leader, and Director of Havana Music Tours and Musical Getaways) There are…
My First Cuba Tour: What to Expect When Traveling to the Island
This first-person account was published in September 2017; its discussion of travel rules reflects that time. For a new trip, see our current tours and current U.S. Cuba travel guide. First Trip to Cuba You’ve probably heard about the vintage…
What is El Malecón, La Habana, Cuba
Why El Malecón is a special place in Havana, Cuba? By Chaz Chambers (Musician, Tour Guide Leader, and Director of Havana Music Tours and Musical Getaways) The famous El Malecón stretches five miles along the coast in Havana, Cuba. It is where the sea…