1953: the year when the Cuban Revolution took place and since then the time in Havana stood still, owing to the American embargo. This policy had Cuba perfectly preserved as a giant, spectacular open-air museum of 1950s communism without the American influence – the country has no chain stores, no fast food, no Coca Cola, no Starbucks, and even no outdoor advertising… the country, to a lot of travelers, is unique and fascinating. Continue reading →