Transat Holidays recently sent a Cuban cab out on the streets of Toronto with very nice results for a few lucky passengers.
This is the time of year that I generally start dreaming about an island holiday as it’s becoming all too clear that our Canadian winter is just around the corner. Cuba has been on my wish list for quite some time but, for one reason or another, I have not yet made it to this lovely island south of Florida.
The stunning white-sand beaches and turquoise waters of Varadero look incredibly relaxing but I also want to experience authentic Cuban culture in the cities. I’m drawn to the architecture, the culture and the history of Old Havana – the historic district of the capital which was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1982. I would love to spend part of my vacation exploring there.
One of the things that always stands out for me in photos taken in Havana is the presence of colourful old cars from the ’40s and ’50s. Those cars have come to represent the island to me and are near the top of my list of things I want to see in Cuba. I have just learned about a stunt involving the iconic Cuban taxi cab that Transat Holidays pulled off in Toronto last week to promote vacations in Cuba. I would have loved to witness this personally.
The Cuban cab pictured here drove the streets of Toronto and passengers willing to go along for a ride were in for a delightful surprise that included maracas, Cuban musicians and a conga line.
A few lucky passengers received the ultimate surprise though – an all-inclusive trip for two to Cuba! Check out the fun in this YouTube video.
Transat Holidays – Cuban Taxi Surprise
Watching this fun video has made me want to visit Cuba even more than I did before – hopefully 2015 will be the year that I finally get there!
Unless otherwise noted, all photos are courtesy of Transat Holidays.
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Mary {The World Is A Book}
How neat is that Cuban Taxi surprise! That would have been so great to be in that taxi and getting the free trip. Cuba has also fascinated me for a long time mainly because as Americans, legal travel is still restricted. That historic district looks so beautiful too. I hope you make it to Cuba so I can virtually travel with you 🙂
Sophie @ Sophie's World
What a fun idea! I spent about a week in Cuba with my oldest when she was 8, must have been the mid-90s. We really enjoyed it and would like to go back and see more of the island.
Jeff Titelius
Looks like such a fun and spirited adventure! I would love to travel in that cab! Talk about cultural immersion!
Cuba always held an elusive mystique for me, a kind of forbidden planet until recently. I’ve always imagined an adventure there, a mission of discovery to this fascinating culture that’s so close and yet so far.
Thanks for opening a window into this world!
Marisol@TravelingSolemates
Hi Lisa, I really hope you get to go soon. It’s such a special place and I’m sure you will love Cuba. It’s one of my favorite places. I have been twice and I wish to go back some more. For architecture, Havana is amazing. I also recommend Trinidad. I love its colorful colonial architectures and cobbles streets, and its prominent music culture. It also has some nice beaches. For great outdoors, I suggest a visit to Vinales. Most of all, I love Cuba’s people. I haven’t got a chance to post anything from Cuba. It’s one of those in the deep back log.
Freya
What a great initiative from Transat Holidays. Those cab passengers for sure had a great surprise. I would love to go to Cuba myself one day.
Chris Rahimi
Cuba is such an amazing place, you’ll enjoy it for sure! Great photos also 🙂
Lisa Goodmurphy
Thanks for the recommendations, Marisol – I do hope that we are able to visit Cuba soon!