15 Islands You Should Add to Your Bucket List
| September 18, 2017
3. Cuba
One of the last remaining socialist states in the world, Cuba has a history of revolutions and political upheaval. Tourists visit the country to enjoy the amazing Caribbean beaches, but also to understand more about this state controlled nation.
For a long time, Americans were not allowed to visit Cuba, but since the “relaxation” of the embargo in 2014, tourists can travel to the country under special circumstances. People say it’s like going back in time when they see old cars and traditional architecture.
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