Cuba & Costa Rica Blog
About this blog
Written by Cuba and Costa Rica expert Christopher P. Baker, this blog will update readers on life in these two diverse and exciting countries.
Recent Posts
- Havana’s Columbus cemetery is a must-see Cuba highlight
- Costa Rica’s fearsome fer-de-lance—this snakes deserves respect!
- Silly season in U.S. politics threatens Cuba travel
- Costa Rica Aboard the National Geographic Sea Lion
- Cuba's healthcare system has its downside
- Río Chirripó Retreat a Perfect Costa Rica Escape
- Havana’s Casa del Habano - Cuba’s Best Cigar Shop
- Car robbery against me foiled in Costa Rica
- Havana’s Hotel Nacional Exemplifies Cuba’s Economic Dysfunction
- John Lennon Sculpture Unveiled in San José, Costa Rica
- New Paladares (Private Restaurants) Enliven Havana’s Restaurant Scene
- The Today Show to Air Cuba Special
- Win a $500 Continental Airlines Gift Card!
- Cuba’s premier tobacco farm continues the Robaina tradition
- Budget-Friendly Tips for Traveling in Costa Rica

Join Cuba expert Christopher P Baker in Orlando for a public lecture on Cuba
Join me in Orlando on Friday, January 15, 2010, as I share my stories and imagery of Cuba at the Orlando Public Library in downtown Orlando. The program begins at 6:30 PM and kicks off the 15th Annual SATW Institute for Travel Writing & Photography , presented by the Society of American Travel Writers with generous support from the Orlando Downtown Development Board and Orlando/Orange County Convention & Visitors Bureau.
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