Castro Speaks
With Cuba in the news, I thought I’d share a few of my favorite snapshots from my time in Havana.
Classic cars- I love them, but do Cubans want them or are they just a facade for tourists?
Tourist shop with nuns.
Hearing Castro speak. He averaged about 2 hours/per question! (And then there was a party…)
Wendy
February 21, 2008 at 12:33 am //
What a great trip that must have been. Would love to go.
Anonymous
February 21, 2008 at 12:47 am //
I have been reading your blog with sheer delight! I love your themes and ideas and photos!!! These BW pics taken in Cuba really tell a story and I can feel what the country is about.
You have a great eye for pictures and quality and whatever you do dont stop blogging!
Prêt à Voyager
February 21, 2008 at 2:11 am //
So sweet! Thanks, anon.
Yes, Wendy, it was AMAZING. As soon as we arrived in the port there was a live band playing salsa and friendly students with Cuban flags for us. The architecture, the people, the cars,the dancing, the mojitos- such a sense of place. And having a special event + party where Castro spoke to us was just the icing on the cake.
bloesem
February 21, 2008 at 5:57 am //
wow these are so beautiful, such a great experience as well…and I totally agree with anonymous is saying about you and your blog! irene xx
Prêt à Voyager
February 21, 2008 at 12:16 pm //
Aw, thanks, Irene. That means so much coming from you! You help set the bar high!
Anne
Mélanie
February 22, 2008 at 8:03 am //
I would love to go to Cuba. i’ve just discovered your blog but I can already say : I love it.
Your picture have something to say …great pictures
Joyce
February 26, 2008 at 3:06 am //
The shot of the tourist shop with nuns is amazing. I love the color, not to mention the juxtaposition.
Joyce