Insights

Although Cuba is notorious for its rich cultural traditions, perfect beaches and relaxed, laid-back lifestyle, many travelers overlook the island’s incredible natural attractions. This Caribbean country is home to six UNESCO-approved nature and biosphere reserves, each of which protects a diverse range of habitats and wildlife.

Sri Lanka is a little country full of heart and packed with more adventures than we could hope to cover. Whether it’s the dazzling white sand beaches, the mouthwatering local treats, the watering holes packed with elephants, or the caves filled with Buddhist relics, Sri Lanka is making its way onto many a traveler’s bucket lists, and absolutely deserves a top spot on your own Travel Wish List.

Originally founded in southern Cuba in 1514, the town of Havana was moved to its current location next to what was called Puerto de Carenas (“Careening Bay”) in 1519. Properly known as San Cristobal de la Habana, the city thrived as a trading port thanks to this natural bay.

In 2019, Havana will celebrate 500 years on the map, so it’s a great time to look back over the city’s storied history. 

There are over a dozen places around the world where you can see penguins in their natural habitat, but the penguins in Chile, which can be found throughout the southern coast and on the island of Tierra del Fuego, are among the world’s most accessible, plentiful (with over two million breeding pairs) and diverse.