Important dates On Oct. 27, 1492, Christopher Columbus saw the coast of Cuba and later claimed it for Spain, which ruled the island until 1898. Facts and figures about Cuba - Los Angeles Times ...

Country Fast Facts: Cuba. September 19, 2007 / 12:31 PM EDT / CBS Cuba. moveClock(); ... and Havana became the launching point for the annual treasure fleets bound for Spain from Mexico and Peru.

From 26 February to 2 March Havana lights up with the annual Habanos Cuban cigar festival, celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2018; and from 22 to 24 March Havana World Music stages concerts ...

After Cuba opened up, hordes of travelers descended upon the famed capital, Havana - and many were disappointed. Cuba expert, Tony Perrottet tells us how to truly experience the city and its unique ...

A Weirdly Fascinating Cold-War Tour of Havana For travelers hooked on Cold War intrigue, following the trail in the Cuban capital is bizarrely pleasant—from moody museums to a Soviet-themed boîte.