Varadero, Cuba in Photos

It's been a few years since I was in Cuba, but currently rainy Dublin has got me dreaming of beaches & margaritas. I'm not usually one for all-inclusive vacations, but in this case I don't regret our choice. We stayed at Paradisus Princesa del Mar Resort & Spa in Varadero. The staff were extremely friendly & helpful. The resort was more than we could ask for & our seven-day stay was ridiculously relaxed. Onto some photos from our trip.

The old school cars were one of my favourite parts of Cuba.

Just a casual game of chess.

How impressed do I look?

Shoddy photo of one of the pools at our resort during the night. I think it's safe to say I've come quite a ways with my photography.

& heaven...

I highly suggest going snorkelling &/or scuba diving in Cuba! The reefs are severely underrated.

Just a little fellow we met.

During our vacation we also ended up renting vespas (that's a whole 'nother post on its own though) & going on a few excursions, including a jeep safari one. We also took a bus into one of the nearby towns to explore the markets, which was one of my favourite days! Everything was handmade by locals, not to mention the cigars at prices we couldn't believe. 

If you're thinking of travelling to Cuba but aren't staying in Havana, a day trip is a must! I fell in love with the character of the city & Cuban culture in general. Also, the cigar factory tours are definitely worth it. 

For now these photos will be tiding me over until my next trip to sunny weather at the end of the month! Have any of you been to Cuba? & any suggestions for staying sane during the rain? If you're anything like me you're on SkyScanner. xxx

The County in Fall... (Photo Edition)

I decided to take some of my own advice for once & be a tourist in my own area, whilst I wait for my move abroad. I mentioned this in my post on how not to go crazy during the wait for travel, but often I forget to take these little day trips myself & usually tend to focus on the bigger picture, forgetting about the little things around me.

But on to the photos! One of my friends & I have recently taken a few day trips around the 'county' as we call it, which actually happens to be quite a popular area for tourists during the Summer. Living here I often forget how gorgeous it can be. I s'pose I should probably mention that this area is Picton & Wellington, better known for its vineyards (Ontario's Taste Trail) & beaches (Sandbanks Provincial Park & North Beach in particular). Being my favourite season, I felt the need to document everything of course. My favourite photos from our trips...

Campbell's Orchard

Apple picking with my girl.

This orchard is seriously gorgeous.

& another... One of my favourite fall festivities.

Typical selfy, because there's a corn maze behind me of course.

Still at Campbell's Orchard.

 

Sandbanks Vineyard (along the Taste Trail)

Wellington Beach

Along the beach... Wellington is quite a rocky beach whereas at Sandbanks you'll find it to be more sandy (never would've guessed eh?!) as well as you'll also find the dunes there.

Seaweed? Quite fond of this photo, not sure why.

The lighthouse in Wellington, a town of approximately 1200.

The boat harbour in Picton.

If ever in the area, PLEASE stop at Slicker's, a cute little ice cream shop in Bloomfield who specialize in their own homemade ice cream. My favourite flavour is campfire!

Because bridges are always necessary.

As are Ed the Sock Monkey sweaters... Had to add this.



I'm almost positive there will be more fall photos to come, having a slight obsession with the season & all. But as always if you aren't sick of my photos yet you can pop on over to my Instagram for plenty more! & I'd love to hear your thoughts, see your photos?! Do you ever pretend to be a tourist in your own area? What are your favourite fall festivities! Or am I the only one who acts like a 13 year old this time of year?

Until next time! & remember...
xxx