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Havana, Cuba, Celebrated 500th Birthday


The Cuban government sponsored a jubilee week in mid-November as the capital city marked the anniversary of its birth. There were and still are ongoing events at historic and performance sites. Distinguished visitors helped celebrate the birthday, including members of the Spanish royal family. Events include fireworks over the Malecon seaside promenade, parades, sports and all types of local foods and wines.

Havana’s history consists of being part of a Spanish colony for four centuries, English rule for one year and occupation by US troops for several months during the Kennedy presidency. If you plan to enjoy all the beauty and history of the Cuban capital city, be sure to check current regulations and restrictions on U.S. visitors. www.theguardian.com/world/2019/nov/18/havana-on-its-500th-birthday-then-and-now

Rome, Italy: Don’t Eat Or Drink In Historic Areas PDF Print E-mail


Touring the Eternal City is always a great pleasure, but not when fellow visitors get sloppy with drink bottles, paper cups, sandwich wraps, cigarette butts and other debris. When in Rome, do as the Roman do to keep the city clean. Otherwise, it could cost you money. 

City officials enforce a municipal ordinance outlawing all eating and drinking in areas of "particular historic, artistic, architectonic and cultural value." They include such popular landmarks as the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Spanish Steps and others. Unless you’re prepared to pay a $650 fine, obey both the law and what should be considerate behavior for other visitors and Romans.

 
 
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