Cuba has became in one of the most attractive destines of the Caribbean. During four centuries, Cuba was the main door towards de huge American empire of Spain. It was the dream of Spanish emigrants that during centuries left to “do the Americas”. In the 60s Cuba lived the biggest social uprising that the occidental hemisphere has seen in the last decades.All this historical charge has created a mixture of grandiosity and decadence. The happiness of its people, ingenious and...
The mixture of races has made Brazil a culturally rich and at the same time unique country. This miscegenation began with the Indian, the African and the Portuguese, but soon after, immigrants from around the world began to arrive: Europeans, Asians, Jews and Arabs. The result is a happy people, open to everything new, a people one can only find in Brazil. Because of this massive diversity, Brazil is one of the last places on Earth where no one is a foreigner, where one can change one’s...
It comes from the Latin term “Argentum”, which means silver. The origin of this name goes back to the first voyages made by the Spanish conquerors to the Río de la Plata. The survivors of the shipwrecked expedition mounted by Juan Díaz de Solís found indigenous people in the region who gave them silver objects as presents. The news about the legendary Sierra del Plata - a mountain rich in silver - reached Spain around 1524. As from this date, the Portuguese named...
Aruba is not large, so it's very easy to get around. Most of you will arrive at Queen Beatrix International Airport via charter and scheduled flights. Cruise ships often dock at our island and use it as a starting point for Caribbean cruising. Aruba is a popular destination among American travelers.While you may opt to get around to restaurants and nightclubs by taxi, many have discovered that Aruba's bus system is efficient, easy to use and quite affordable. The bus runs frequently between the...
Since the first humans came ashore thousands of years ago, the island that is now known as Puerto Rico has sheltered Indians, Spaniards, Africans and Anglos. Spain had the earliest and greatest influence to the Island at their arrival in 1493. During their 400-year tenure the Spaniards laid the bedrock of the language and culture. They built cities and towns, fortresses and churches, lighthouses and roadways. They brought slaves from Africa to work in the fields, who, in turn, contributed the...
The Dominican Republic is a colorful tapestry of Spanish, French, Haitian and African influences woven by a rich history. Christopher Columbus described this lush land as "a beautiful island paradise with high forested mountains and large river valleys". This statement is still as true today as it was in 1492. In addition to the comforts of sun, sea, and sand, the Dominican Republic offers an exciting and unique cultural experience that will captivate your senses.The Dominican Republic is a...
For centuries, Jamaica has welcomed settlers from all around the world. This small island has played host to the Amerindians who discovered it, to Europeans who fought to own it, to Africans forced to call it home, and to Asians, Indians and Middle Easterners searching for a better life. Each group carried with it a story and tradition, throwing everything into Jamaica's melting pot. After centuries of brewing, all have blended together to give the island its rich history and heritage - an...
The Netherlands Antilles is part of the Lesser Antilles and consists of two groups of islands in the Caribbean Sea: Curacao and Bonaire, just off Venezuela, and Saint Martin.Curacao’s ethnic inhabitants - the Arawak, Dutch, Spanish, West Indian, Latin, and African - have created a rich heritage and thriving culture. Explore the remarkable diversity of our amazing island. The Amerindian Arawaks were the 1st inhabitants of Curacao, before the Spanish lieutenant Alonso de Ojeda...
Mexico is located in the northern region of the American continent between the Gulf of Mexico on the east and the Pacific Ocean on the west. It is bordered by the United States on the north and by Guatemala and Belize on the south. Northern Mexico is known for its extreme weather conditions and characterized by its deserts, nature reserves and rugged mountain ranges. Some cities in the region are key industrial and business centers. Monterrey is one of Mexico's most industrialized and...
Stretching from the Pacific to the Atlantic and deep into the Arctic, Canada is a vast country, with a wealth of places to experience. Rugged mountain peaks and soft sandy beaches. Bustling cosmopolitan cities and quiet cosy villages. Historic sites brimming with authentic traditions and stories from the past. Galleries showcasing modern works and the masters of Canadian art. Innovative attractions to delight the imagination. Diverse and endlessly engaging. Canada is made for...
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