Icon painter’s homage to Che Guevara.

What is the essential Cuba?  Can you find it? Green News Update is proud to share the impressions, ideas and venues from five savvy travelers from uniquely crafted “people to people” education tours: what you should seek–and what you will love–if you’re interested in seeing the real  Cuba.

Our earlier story, Cuba’s Waiting for You (Part I of our series) features plenty of interesting cultural history, how Hollywood and gambling shaped the pre-revolutionary island, and aspects of the current cultural explosion. Enjoy the shared wisdom of our Cuba travelers!

So come back on March 21: We’ll send you to Cuba’s World Heritage sites, Havana’s favorite haunts, at-home restaurants, the arts in everyday life, cultural icons, and ways to experience social and cultural exchange.

Ernest Hemingway’s beloved fishing boat Pilar is restored and a permanent attraction at his perfectly preserved home Finca Vigia. He remains an icon on the island in favorite bars, restaurants and locations.