Recreation and Travel : Cuba

The most important source for bibliography of books and articles concerning Cuba is the annual Handbook of Latin American Studies (http://lcweb2.loc.gov/hlas/) produced by over 130 contributing editors under the editorship of the Hispanic Division of the Library of Congress. Additional coverage of journal articles can be found through a subscription to the Hispanic American Periodical Index (http://hapi.gseis.ucla.edu/).   Both the Handbook and HAPI are available in selected libraries in book form.   One of the major aggregators for links to a wide variety of subjects relating to regional resources for Latin America is the University of Texas' LANIC (http://lanic.utexas.edu/la/cb/cuba/). Another site one should especially note is the site prepared by the Law Library of the Library of Congress for international and multinational information on their Guide to Law Online (http://www.loc.gov/law/guide/cuba.html).

1CLICK2CUBA  (http://www.1click2cuba.com/)
Website provides comprehensive listing of Cuba's 4- and 5-star resorts and hotels. Information on Varadero, Havana, and other destinations, Cuban nightlife, restaurants, museums, diving, and golf Also includes links to information about cities outside of Havana, hotel and airline reservations, maps of Cuba, honeymoons, and contact information.

CUBA BUDGET TRAVEL  (http://cubabudgettravel.com/index.html)
Website established by Cuban accommodation owners and foreign travel professionals who offer more than 200 Bed & Breakfasts, Apartments and Villas for rent. Site has links to information about the kinds of accommodations that are offered, rates, tips, and contact information.

CUBA CLIMBING  (http://www.cubaclimbing.com/index.htm)
Cuba Climbing is dedicated to rock climbing in Cuba. It provides links general information about climbing, routes, and the topography of the island. In addition, the site has links to information about various topics including information on how to get there, articles about Cuban society and culture, a slideshow providing pictures of the island, corporate support for rock climbing, related links, a glossary of terms, and contact information. In English.

CUBALINDA  (http://www.cubalinda.com/)
Website provided by Cubalinda travel agency. Provides information about travel to Cuba including drop-down menus for hotels, transportation, vacation packages, destinations, activities and events. In addition, the site has links to a free newsletter, frequently asked questions, travel tools, how to get to Cuba, a site map, and group travel information.

CUBAN CONNECTION  (http://www.cuba.tc/)
Highlights tourist information on Cuba, provided by Cuban Connection Ltd. and Eagle Enterprises Ltd. Contains a map of Cuba and an image of the national flag. Discusses traveling to Cuba and several cities of Cuba, including Havana, Santiago de Cuba, Varadero, Cayo Cocco, Guardalavaca. Offers information on car rentals, golf, Cuban rum, tours, and hotels.

CUBANONET  (http://www.cubanonet.com/index.html)
The CubanoNet.com website provides general information about traveling to Cuba. It includes links to articles about how to support the site, nightlife, sex, Cuban cuisine, news and weather, frequently asked questions, getting there, getting around, items to bring, travel documents, information about crime and the U.S. embargo. In addition, there are links to related sites, Cuban social life, the Green Screen, a picture gallery, and the CubanAids Project.

INSTITUTO NACIONAL DE DEPORTES, EDUCACION FISICA Y RECREACION (National Institute for Sports, Physical Education, and Recreation)  (http://www.inder.co.cu/indernet/init/index.asp)
Website established by the National Institute of Sports, Physical Education, and Recreation (INDER). Provides news about Cuban athletes participation in national and international events, competition results, and a calender of events. Also includes links to INDER homepage, sports organizations, a directory, general resources, and related links. In Spanish.

TICO TRAVEL  (http://www.destinationcuba.com/)
Website established by Tico Travel, an authorized Travel Service Provider (TSP) by the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) of the United States Department of the Treasury (license C-46986). The site provides booking information about hotels, flights, and rent-a-car reservations for licensed U.S. travelers. Cuba travel guide featuring hotels, airfare, rent-a-cars and more. Site includes information about who is authorized to visit Cuba, procedures for booking flights, visa information, reservations and a cancellation policy. In addition the site provides links to the best hotels, airfares, cultural tours, and contact information.

TOURISM DIRECTORY OF CUBA  (http://www.dtcuba.com/eng/default.asp)
Website established by the Ministry of Tourism provides information about travel to Cuba. Includes links to a site directory, destinations, maps, weekly updated reports from the Cuban tourism industry related to travel, cocoweb (frequently asked questions), booking information and tips for travelers. In addition, the site offers links to information about the highest rated hotels, attractions, other accommodations, embassies, events, health, marinas, nightlife, transportation, where to eat, and where to shop.