First Impressions of CUBA! Exploring Havana with a Local
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Cuba is like no other place we have ever traveled. So spending our first day exploring the streets of Havana with a local was the perfect way to start learning about this beautiful and complicated country.
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2:55 Nigerians didn't immigrate to Cuba. Santeria came about after Africans were forcibly brought to the Caribbean during the slave trade! Cuba wasn't a part of Spain, it was a colony of Spain.
@ania5038
3 жыл бұрын
Lol I hope people don't watch these for historical accuracy
Anybody else think that their tour guide is smokin hot? 🔥
@XadierVazquez-tr7gm
Ай бұрын
Nah bro down bad for that
The AfroCubans did not immigrate to Cuba but was forced by enslavement. They had to create Santeria for survival but regardless I love you twos videos!!❤️❤️ Cuba looks beautiful
@alinesouza8322
2 жыл бұрын
The same with Brazil but we created Umbanda that is related to Yoruba.
@adamclark9004
2 жыл бұрын
They were forced because their own original country sold them as slaves
Are we not gonna talk about how Caesar is high-key a daddy tho?
@ahhitskatie9094
5 жыл бұрын
Michelle Fasching He slightly reminds me of that Eddie guy who was Chandler’s temporary roommate in Friends 😅
@uhhmaezing
5 жыл бұрын
YES 😍
@shyysnaira
5 жыл бұрын
Yasssss
@simransharma7531
5 жыл бұрын
Yesss
@valeriasotoluna5737
5 жыл бұрын
I sweAaaar I high key booking him when i go there 👀
I'm learning so much from comments. This trip has opened up a platform for the rest of the world to truly understand elusive Cuba. I thank you both and hope everyone reads the truth about an absolutely beautiful but incredibly sad country. I'm sorry if in my ignorance I offend anyone, I only want to learn more and more.
@HappyCarlsonsTV
5 жыл бұрын
Cuba is awesome!
@ufodeath
5 жыл бұрын
Despite the 57 year long blockade that has been imposed on Cuba by the United States that was meant to cripple their economic development, it is amazing what they have managed to do with the resources they possess. Cuba is curing types of Cancer and diseases that the rest of the world doesn't have cures for, for example.
Watching this video made me realise that Cuba is a country that I know nothing about, so thank you for sharing your trip!
I love the royalty free version of havana at the beginning i'm crying
When you said the lady had tons of stories. I thought you were gonna say; tons of money. 😆
@rrrr-uu4su
3 жыл бұрын
Same me
Cuba is definitely a very complicated place to visit. I have very close family friends and childhood friends that parents escape when the revolution started and have grown up hearing their stories, some have shown me pictures of when they lived on the island...the glamor of the buildings and people are so stunning to see now when compared to the decay and ruin we now see in color. I hope to visit one day, but it will be some what of a bitter sweet feeling to finally see Cuba.
We will be there in a few short weeks. We LOVE Cuba and the Cuban people this will be our 4th visit cant get enough!
wow really incredible video. i always enjoy watching. thanks for taking us along have a great week.
Caesar is an awesome guide! Cuba is one of my favorite places to visit. Been there a couple of times, and can't wait to return. Nicest people in the world!
@francovaldes
5 жыл бұрын
Asa Cuban, I do agree with that lol
We went two months after the laws were changed to allow US citizens to travel there more freely. Ended up meeting 8 others who we traveled with for a week and it was the most amazing trip we've ever been on (and we've been all over the world). Fascinating history, wonderful people, outstanding music and so nice to be disconnected from the world for a week.
Kara- i love that you always enjoy the food!! Can you do a compilation of all the times Nate films you taking your first bite and your eyes go wide with happiness and you nod your head and say how good it is?? Lol
I’m still waiting on #Netflix to discover y’all!! 👏🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽 stay safe amigos!!
The way it is shot by Nate and the magical editing of Kara.. Cuba certainly on my list.. Love you guys..
@luismarquez7917
5 жыл бұрын
Hope you enjoy living under communism.
@evelinholmes6401
4 жыл бұрын
Just finished watching a day in Havana from another vlog and his comments where not as upbeat. Yes he saw the buildings and liked a lot of things but he also warned of scammers. There every ware. But he did not film them because you never know what happens when you leave. He mentioned to be careful.
@luismarquez7917
4 жыл бұрын
What you are watching is not the real Cuba. The real Cubans go hungry, they have no control of their lives and are totally in misery. I'm Cuban and I know of the real Cuba.
I don’t comment often but when I do. You know this is an epic episode! Stars and thumbs up. And you both looked very recharged!
@KaraandNate
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Louis 😉❤️
Yay Cuba vlogs!!!Cuba has been on my bucket list for so long and this video wants me to go even more. Love your videos💛💛
I was born in Cuba and I’m glad that people are interested in my country. It’s been a few years since I went there to visit some of my families and I really want to go again
My favourite music group is from Cuba. I love seeing all the old cars in your video.
I’m watching this 4 years later and I’m pretty sure your dreams came true and you became rich! 🤑😜 So thanks Cuba 🇨🇺
You've convinced me, Cuba is going on the list of places I want to visit :) Amazing video as always!
Wow! So intriguing to learn about Cuba. And reading additional comments from others who are from Cuba is so eye opening. Cannot wait for the next video!! Thank you for sharing what y’all learn about places and the culture, government etc. It gives a better background on places other than just seeing it! So amazing!! Stay you 😘
I love this!!!! Im from Cuba, despite everything else, its a beautiful country, enjoy it...do not miss the beach it’s beautiful
I really enjoyed your video I wish you success my friend
Cuba looks amazing! It’s a country that has been on our hit list for years. Incredible. Thanks for sharing your experiences with us.
i miss havana! i was there last year, february. fave spots: malecon, calle obispo!
I’m sick in bed. Your video pops up in my notifs and I feel much better.❤️
Just watched your trip to base camp past night. Love you guys.
@realbadgolfer711
5 жыл бұрын
I did the same thing! Although for me it was a rerun. Ditto on the love.
Fitness Goals : Kara and Nate. Videography Goals : Nate. Editing Goals : Kara.
@honestmomvlog
5 жыл бұрын
Dipayan Sanyal agree
@thejollydiaries444
5 жыл бұрын
Agree man. I mean with all the travelling, how do they stay fit?
@mohammedalnasser796
4 жыл бұрын
@@thejollydiaries444 because they travel.
So many memories from my 2016 trip are coming back
African ( Yoruba) didn't immigrant to Cuba. By saying that you make it come off as if it was a choice and not a forced migration. Words are very powerful so please be careful on the way you use them to describe the transatlantic salve trade.
@markpmcchesney
4 жыл бұрын
Words ARE very powerful. I think you meant "Slave"...
@mikeycowell142
9 ай бұрын
Learn history, African tribes sold most of "slaves" to European nations like England, Portugal, and Spain. It was a big thing back then. It had a market. (I personally don't agree with selling people), but what you call slaves, were pretty much classed as cattle to their own tribes)
@nestormendoza1062
6 ай бұрын
That fact that Kara and Nate didn’t like this comment with the most likes just explains it … ignorance is bliss 🤣🤣
@NotKimiRaikkonen
Ай бұрын
Technically still immigration, just not by choice...
I did a cycling trip round Cuba in 2014 - an amazing country with such an amazing history
Cesar seems like an awesome guide!
This video gives me major feels!! I visited Cuba a few years ago and it was amazing. I miss it so much!!!
Liked the video before watching. Thanks for sharing your experiences!
Another amazing blend of information, scenery and fun!! Love learning from you Kara and Nate!! 😍😍😍
@JackandGabExplore
5 жыл бұрын
Same here! Looks incredible in Cuba!! :)
Best thing to watch while studying for midterms👍
Haha, roja vieja would be "old red." Ropa vieja is the food, "old clothes." Whoa, I want a ride in that PINK Chevy. You had the absolutely tour of Havana and César is the bomb.
Awesome video! Very rare insight into Havana and Cuba. Thanks for sharing your adventure!
We went to Cuba and had a blast we hung out with one of the local he took us around everywhere. It was awesome!
I love Cuba, the people there are so nice and it feels like family. I went to Camagüey and Santa Lucía and adored it, could go back tomorrow.
WOW!! A bucket list destination for sure!! The old cars are so cool!
Your channel so underrated! So great i appreciate your work and content
Thank you for sharing and taking us along this beautiful ride! Loved it ❤️❤️
Great video guys! Living vicariously has never been so real! Looking forward to the food vlog!!
Thanks for uploading the videos so quickly. I have watched you two for years but I only discovered last year that I need to watch to end to see the bloopers. I have missed out on so much !
Cuba is so beautiful, I love all the old cars and how they keep them in such great shape. Can’t wait for the next vlog :)
@JackandGabExplore
5 жыл бұрын
The old cars are so cool! We've been wanting to go to Havana for so long!!
This is my dream to go to Cuba and drive the traditional cars 🇨🇺 BTW, amazing video
Flipping epic!! I can see why it was such a fashionable place to spend a weekend once upon a time...
@JackandGabExplore
5 жыл бұрын
So true! We'd really love to go. Seems like an amazing country with such a rich culture.
Great video! The people seem so friendly and I am obsessed with the cars!!!
I've been binge watching you two since running across your vlogs last week. What a lucky experience you're having and sharing. Thoroughly enjoying them..
Ahhhhh I’m just so so so excited y’all are there! It’s my dream to go to Cuba and this is a perfect way to show what to do!
Another great episode, Cuba looks indeed amazing! :)
@eb9172
3 жыл бұрын
More like poor people with crumbling buildings
How cool was your day in Havana! Wow! So much to see! Can't wait to come visit some day. Thanks for all the insights.
You are giving us such an amazing treat. Thank you for taking us with you guys!
Omygosh, loved this Cuba episode! So excited to see the rest
Amazing. Cuba is definitely on my bucket list!
such a great vlog, thankyou for introducing us to cuba. its now on my list.
Wow, can’t wait to see the rest of your Cuba vlogs. What a beautiful and interesting country. Hugs from Copenhagen 🌨❤️
@pedroantunesferreira4410
4 жыл бұрын
I miss your city :) You Danish are amazing people All the best to you!
Wow Cuba is so beautiful! Can’t wait to see your next vlog!!
When my family was planning on going to Cuba we went by cruise, and they changed the laws 1 day before I cruised reaches Cuba’s port, so we couldn’t go, y’all are so lucky ❤️
So happy you guys got a chance to visit my homeland!! Can’t wait to see more videos!!
I love you Kara and Nate 💖 would love to see the world with my own eyes like this but y’all are definitely the next best thing 😍
It is really funny because in Portugal after Christmas some people eat 'farrapo velho' which also means old clothes and it is a mix of shreded cod and kale and cabbage, basically it is the leftovers of the christmas dinner. It is pretty good.
I love the bright colours! This is definitely on my To do list😊😊
Love Cuba ❤️ and your guide looks like so much fun!!
Watching this brought me back to when I went with my mother. We loved it!
I love all the old cars. So nice to you having such a good time.
I’m from Holguin Cuba 🙋🏻♀️ go there next time you will love it , Trinidad as well !!
Can't get enough of these vlogs!! I love travelling and you guys are making me want to do it full-time :)
@JackandGabExplore
5 жыл бұрын
Same here! They are such inspiring travelers
That was an amazing video. I’ve never been to Cuba and learned so much from you guys. Thank you
Well the whole video I was singing the Havana song in my end and in the bloopers Kara sang it too.....well I think we all have to do that. Sitting in an open roof car, going around Havana singing the Havana song 😛💃
YES GUYS! Loved this video and every video! I am Cuban and its so nice to see the country in different perspective!
You guys are amazing
Cuba looks amazing. Thanks for taking us around
@eb9172
3 жыл бұрын
Looks poor to me
I’m honestly so jealous of you guys and your life, I also want to travel and you guys have helped to inspire me, I hope you carry on travelling for as long as you can xx
I just discovered your channel a couple days ago, and I LOVE IT! I really should be doing homework right now. (Shhhhh) but that can wait! I want to see Cuba! 💕😁
Best travel vlog of Havana yet! Keep up the good work, I thoroughly enjoy every single travel vlog you guys post!
Nate & Kara killing it with the videos - the angles, the slow-mos, loveeeee it!
@KaraandNate
5 жыл бұрын
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youre seriously making me wanna visit cuba, it looks incredible! and you guys lucked out with a great guide. cant wait for the next video :)
I was just in Havana two weeks ago I loved it the architecture and the old vintage cars are stunning. We also had ropa vieja when we were there. I wish to go back one day we were only there for a day because we were on a cruise.
Love the vlog, guys, as always!
Nice video I lived there for 2 years and go back to see my family every year . Glad you enjoyed ..
Loving watching your videos! I’m heading to Cuba in May for my first time ever out of the USA on a nursing study abroad trip! I’m living through your videos and looking forward to what I’ll get to see!
Good Morning from Las Vegas...Gotta wait til prep period...Great Video.....Looking forward to the food tour....I had a lot of Cuban friends when I lived in Florida and enjoyed the cuisine. Thanks Guys
@KaraandNate
5 жыл бұрын
Have a good one Rob ❤️
@KaraandNate
5 жыл бұрын
Have a good one Rob ❤️
All the colors!!! ❤️💜🧡💛💚💖💙
@KaraandNate
5 жыл бұрын
They really were everywhere 😍 💞
havana is so beautiful.... and the cars are very cool stuff.....
Hi guys, hey! Great video yet again! Thanks for the tour. We're heading off to Havana Sunday. Can't wait!
I really enjoy when you guys have a local guide!
The coolest taxis ever... Awesome coverage.. Thanks..
favorite vlog so far
As a cuban I feel something bittersweet every time I see a video about my country, can't help to feel sad knowing how hard it is to live there
@saucysauce593
5 жыл бұрын
Communism destroyed it. Definitely a interesting looking country, but very corrupt and the treatment of citizens is horrid.
I love your videos I have watched them all I can’t wait to see what’s next 🤩
Cuba is so beautiful 😍 Definitely in my bucket list now!
I am obsessed with these vlogs I’m pretty sure I want to go to every single place ♥♥♥
@JackandGabExplore
5 жыл бұрын
I know! They make the most incredible videos and go to the best places :) Love watching them together!
Well.... helloooooo Cesar!!! 😍
Keep up of the hard work... love your videos!!!!
Love all of the old cars. So beautiful
Looks so different to other places ! Loved this video :)