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CUBA IN THE WORLD

Cuba repeats as Leading

Cultural Destination

in the Caribbean

C uba has received the award for Leading Cuba’s nomination beat out other destinations

such as Barbados, Jamaica, Puerto Rico, Bermuda,
Cultural Destination in the Caribbean for
the fifth consecutive time at the 32nd
According to the official platform cuba.travel, the
edition of the prestigious World Travel Awards. This Martinique, St. Kitts and Trinidad and Tobago.
recognition, which recognizes excellence in the foundation of this achievement lies in a diverse
global travel and tourism sectors, consolidates the and mixed culture, an essential component of the
island’s position in the regional tourism market. national identity. This website emphasizes that
more than five centuries of history have forged
a unique heritage, with an oral tradition, artistic
expressions and symbols that transcend the
offering of sun and beach.
In parallel with the main recognition, several
Cuban hotel facilities were recognized in their
respective categories. The Hotel Nacional,
which commemorates its 94th anniversary this
year, was named Best Hotel in Cuba. The Gran
Hotel Manzana Kempinski La Habana earned
a double distinction: its Presidential Lorca Suite
was chosen as Best Suite, and the establishment
was recognized as the Best Business Hotel in the
country. In the Resorts category, the award went to
the Meliá Cayo Coco, located in Jardines del Rey.

The World Travel Awards grant these distinctions
based on evaluations by industry professionals and
international travelers.

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