Benefits and threats of tourism

Firstly, the tourism in Cuba has contributed to the development of economy. It has allowed the modernization in different aspects, for example, the extension of transportation and communication. At the same time, the tourism has improved the investment of extra-hotel installations, it has encouraged the creation of enterprises that complete the tourist offer of the country.

However, there are many aspects that currently limited a good development in Cuba, among them the concentration of tourism in two poles: Habana and Varadero that are reducing the opportunities of other cities. Although, we talk about a modernization in different aspects, Cuba lacks of a broad infrastructure for its visitors. Nowadays, Cuba is not considered an favourite place to travel, because lacking aspects of total quality that guarantee an unforgettable experience in Cuba.

Traditional dishes

Cuba's cuisine is a fusion of the Taino customs, cuisine Spanish, African and Caribbean.

SANDWICH CUBANO: 

It is a kind of snack that is often found in Cuba and in certain regions of the US where the Cuban community is important as Miami and Tampa, Florida.

Main Ingredients: Pan "Cuban" type cooked pork ham, pork, cheese slices, dill pickle, and you can also add spicy mustard sauce

CALDOSA: 

 It is a typical Cuban dish made from root vegetables, meat, spices and a variety of vegetables. It really is a modern way to call or Sancocho Ajiaco dishes that are typical of Cuba and several countries in the Caribbean region, each with its peculiarities and varieties.

The main meat is used to make the soupy pork is being the most frequently availability in Cuba.

When the meat is soft enough, some of it crumbles

They often leave whole chunks of corn on the cob and a portion of each type of food that were used, but always predominantly liquid puree.

ROPA VIEJA O  CARNE DESMECHADA

It is a preparation of shredded meat, specifically beef skirt accompanying beans, plantains, white rice and sometimes is filling for arepas.

It has acquired own character and even cooked directly, without having prepared a previously boiled. A meat and chickpeas, will often add other ingredients and spices like diced chips, red pepper, garlic, onion, bay leaf, thyme and clove.

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How Cuba will face the future in the education, economic and social fields?

In some years Cuba with the globalization process will have positive changes that will benefit the population in general. In education, we believe that the significant positive development will be seen, because Cuba in Latin America has always shown to be the best at a teaching level.
In economy, is possible that the United States removes the economic blockade that for years has stopped Cuba's economic development. Therefore this blockade eradication, Cuba's economy  will have a grand opening to new markets,increasing it's GDP.
Finally, socially with the development we believe will have the economy and the education, Cuba's poverty rates and unemployment rates will decrease.

TURISIM IN CUBA

Tourism is a main economic source in cuba. Cuban tourism is a sample of the rich landscape Caribbean, Creole cuisine and its mix of various cultural expressions.

Tourism became one of the main economic alternatives for the development of the country, with the demand for modern communications and transport infrastructures, supplies of water, electricity, waste removal, training and employment of staff

•Sun and Beach Tourism: tourism par excellence to enjoy as the Varadero, Cayo Santa Maria, Cayo Largo and Cayo Coco Cuba.

•Cultural Tourism: know the cities, museums and monuments that have historic or artistic value, such as salsa, son and mambo. Also the Museum of colonial art

• Rural tourism: The peace of the countryside, flora, fauna and the beauty of the landscape are its biggest attractions. As the province of Pinar del Rio, community of the terraces

• Ecotourism: Are national parks and nature reserves such as valle de vinares, san Felipe cays and alligators

•Culinary tourism: the typical food is the congrí, lobster enchilada, Tamale in seafood casserole. Etc. And in alcohol beverage is rum Havana club

HIGHER EDUCATION IN CUBA

The Government nationalized all educational institutions and created a system that is operated exclusively by the State. the educational system has a character Marxist ideological orientation, by the current Constitution.

The possibility of access to higher education in cuba is very easy because it is public and free. Also offers different options such as studying in face-to-face, virtual way or daytime courses. Cuban universities are characterized by forming solidarity students fighting for the defense of human rights, democracy, equality, social justice and oppose capitalism but students have certain challenges due to the difficult economic situation because internet access not always readily available.

Road infrastructure

The road network in Cuba for automotive transport has an area of ​​52,202 km, of which 17,212 km are paved roads aa for a density of 157 m of paved roads per km2. The network includes 654 km of highways and 400 km of other multilane expressways. It has 3815 bridges, predominantly reinforced concrete (95%).

The Central Highway (N-1) with a total length of 1435 km, built in 1931, covers all the provinces, through their provincial capitals with the exception of Cienfuegos. It is a two-way lanes and a width of 6.30 m in rural areas.

The National Highway (A-1 from Havana eastward, A-4 of the capital westward). Has a total of 597 km and joins passable Havana with the cities of Santa Clara and Sancti Spiritus east and Pinar del Río west. Also crosses the territory of the provinces of Mayabeque, Matanzas and Cienfuegos (east)) and Artemis (westward). Another stretch built connects to Palma Soriano Santiago de Cuba and partially to this city with Guantánamo. The initial project covered the whole island, but was stopped in the 90s.

La Vía Blanca, 4 lanes express highway, 138 km joins Havana to Matanzas and Varadero beach resort, meandering along the northern coast. It was completed in 1960. It is considered the first Cuban highway and is one of the busiest highways.

The employment in Cuba

The employment in Cuba

In Cuba, in spite of the limitations imposed by a cruel blockade with more than 40 years of duration, the employment constitutes a fundamental element in the planning of the economic and social development. The legislation has among its basic principles that of equality in the access to the employment, to the education and other rights.

Nevertheless, there are still some job opportunities available for expats who plan on working in Cuba. For instance, you can always find employment in Cuba-based offices of foreign companies or agencies. However, as most of these are joint ventures together with Cuban companies, Cuban applicants are usually treated preferentially.

Within the tourist industry, expats interested in working in Cuba may find employment as tour operators or representatives. You can, however, not expect to be hired as a barman, entertainer, or cleaning staff. These types of jobs are reserved for Cubans. Many expats with plans on working in Cuba also find employment as freelance writers, photographers, or journalists. However, you should be aware that you need a special work permit for this.

Keep in mind that almost all jobs are distributed by the state. Securing a work permit, the prerequisite for working in Cuba, is definitely not easy as Cuban citizens are treated preferentially.