XXX FIT CUBA 2010

The most important annual event of the Cuban tourism industry will be held in May next, in the Morro-Cabaña Complex XXX FITCUBA 2010: dedicated to Russia, eastern Cuba and events and incentives. By Luz Marina Fornieles Source: http://www.cubatravel.cu/otros/index.php?lang=es The XXX FITCUBA International Travel Fair 2010 will be dedicated in its next edition, in May, to Russia as a market, to Eastern Cuba as a destination, and events and incentives, as a product. The Organizing Committee in its official announcement reiterated the objective of the appointment, promotion of the attributes of Destiny Cuba to different audiences. In this version, scheduled for 3 to 8 of that month, when the professional meeting arrive at age 30, FITCUBA will highlight the opportunities of the island to the Russian market in recent years has shown sustained increases, and will give preference to the modality of convention tourism, for which the island has hosted endorsements: culture, advances in different scientific and technical areas, convention centers, first class hotels as well as highly qualified staff for such endeavors Similarly, this Fair will show attendees the benefits of the East region, consisting of the provinces of Camaguey, Las Tunas, Granma, Holguin, Santiago de Cuba and Guantanamo. An alternate region where the imposing mountain ranges, the pristine beaches and natural environments, typical tropical climate. Warm, hospitable and noble lineage, is a living flow treasured sites, traditions and people who cultivate joy. Heritage cities hidden mysteries and legends, unforgettable pages of Cuban history, that have been told from generation to generation and are now woven together in this way. Particularly beautiful natural surroundings, some of which have the status of Biosphere Reserve and Cultural Landscape of Humanity. Distinguishes the area, the aboriginal culinary customs and popular sayings. From sublime landscapes to fertile plains make up the transit through the East of the island, where excellent beach resorts invite to practice water sports. Extensive in length and broad possibilities of Eastern Cuba is a mystery yet to discover. Cuba opens up its doors to the East balcony, where the Cuban born and live the eternal spirit of flavor, color and rhythm of an island that gives life. Let us only a glimpse of what holds for them FITCUBA 2010. CAMAGÜEY-SANTA LUCÍA Founded under the name of Santa María del Puerto del Principe, Camagüey was one of the first villages were born in Cuba. Its historic center, declared World Heritage Site in 2008, is the largest in the country and boasts stunning stately mansions, places such as San Juan de Dios, an obligatory reference for visitors and residents, and contains beautiful churches such as the Greater Parish, Our Lady of Mercy and the Sacred Heart of Jesus, among other institutions of interest. More than a city that breathes culture, its a place to enjoy excellent naturalist air. To the North, Santa Lucia becomes the main spa: Unspoilt nature, prolific marine and terrestrial fauna, hidden beaches, less than three miles offshore, the largest coral reef in America, the second longest coral massif of the world, only superseded by the Australian Great Barrier Reef. HOLGUÍN Holguin in geography welcomes the site where Christopher Columbus landed the first time he stepped on Cuban soil: Bariay, the place was well deserved Grand Admiral exclaim that this was the most beautiful land human eyes had seen. Known as the city parks because of the importance of these buildings in the layout of the village, it's also archeological capital of the country due to the existence of Chorro de Maita, where the Archaeological Museum is located. The Holguin leads us immediately to its beautiful beaches: Guardalavaca, Estero Ciego, Esmeralda, Don Lino and Pesquero, just to name a few. Guardalavaca, a perfect combination of fine sand and marked by the vicinity of mountains and greenery, stands among the most emblematic of Eastern Cuba. A front-line hotel infrastructure, complete all the virtues that made nature converge there. A few steps from the sea begins the realm of lush green vegetation, in settings such as Saetia. Scenarios where the Cuban countryside imposes its class to offer the tourist an exclusive show, which mixes the blue sea with the traditional. Valleys and hills combine with unique vegetation and fauna that shows the national bird, Tocororo, among other local species. SANTIAGO DE CUBA Founded in 1515, Santiago is recognized as the most Caribbean of the West Indian cities. Its architecture stands the Spanish track, has many museums and among its most notable relics include the Holy Church of the Virgen de la Caridad del Cobre, the Patroness of Cuba and the home of Don Diego Velázquez Head, the oldest residence still preserved in Hispanic America. The streets of Santiago, in particular slope, have witnessed exceptional events of cultural and political, that distinguish the Cuban nation, hence the appointment of Capital City History and Heroic. The Sierra Maestra, the largest mountain range of the island, was born the last quest redeeming the nation. Today the territory exhibits other sites of great values such as the Castillo de San Pedro de la Roca, declared World Heritage by UNESCO, which has rated as the most complete and best preserved example of Hispanic-American military architecture. Also the archaeological landscapes of the first coffee plantations in the Southeast of Cuba have the same distinction, while Baconao Park was inscribed in 1987 by UNESCO, the World Network of Biosphere Reserves, the quality and perfect state of conservation their ecosystem. Its citizens are the most valuable treasures Santiago. They are humble people, supportive, cheerful and very musical, not by choice because they saw the first light in the cradle of the son. GRANMA-BAYAMO To the Southeast of the Eastern region is the province of Granma, and possessed of striking contrasts where man and nature have sealed a pact of harmony. Steep cliffs, vast plains, beautiful beaches, waterfalls running down the slopes of majestic mountains, coral reefs and impressive caves, like those of Samuel and Fustete. Bayamo, becomes the current main location of that territory. Rich in tradition and history, under the condition of City National Monument, Bayamo is also known as the cradle of Cuban nationality, because there first sang the National Anthem. An area of the Sierra Maestra, the largest mountain chain in the country, belongs to the domains Granma. In that portion converge forests, peaks and mountain valleys of lush vegetation. A landscape of unmatched beauty, unique for its state of preservation and variety. Beautiful rivers and streams cool the elevations rise to the three most impressive of the island: the Pico Real del Turquino, considered the roof of Cuba, with 1972 meters above sea level and the Picos Cuba (1834 m) and Sweden (1732 m). Parks such as the landing of the Granma and the Turquino, succeed showing beautiful landscapes, where the local endemic flora and fauna have found sufficient grounds for their safety. Regions such as Cape Cross, a UNESCO Natural Heritage of Humanity, for its impressive conservation of marine terraces, alternating with warm beaches, including Hicacos and The Red. GUANTÁNAMO-BARACOA Under the name of Santa Catalina de Guantánamo, the Guantánamo Valley Center, is that a fertile region, where many established mills and sugar mills taking advantage of three economically important rivers: El Baño, El Jaibo, and El Guaso. In Guantanamo province now called, is part of the city of Baracoa, called the Primate of Cuba, a city that gives off a captivating charm for visitors eager for natural beauty and simplicity. This Villa, the first founded on the island by mainland settlers, still retains the spirit of provincial town with a passion for the land and traditions that support their rationale. His captivating nature, the emblematic El Yunque, a symbol of the town, their ancestors Aboriginal and valuable relic: The Cross of Parra, brought by Columbus during the conquest, make a time pioneer in the happy place. Only access to Baracoa is an adventure, as among its most notable features falls just a very peculiar way, which winds through the hills and takes its name from the streetlight. Spanish rule left its mark on the buildings of the town, among which are the fortifications of El Castillo and La Punta, and the towers of Joa and cemetery sites to visit. With these proposals, from 2010 FITCUBA already been announced as an urgent appointment. See you in Havana in May next, when the Russian market, the Eastern Cuba as destination and events and incentives as touristic product, will represent the undoubted stars of the occasion.