Experience New Years Eve in a new world only 90 Miles off our coast.

Thursday, December 27th - January 1st, 2020

My XO Adventures Presents New Years Havana, an exotic and luxurious way to bring in a new year full of Happiness – Joy – Culture – Laughter – Learning and Celebration. Let us take you from a Luxurious Casa, to the Havana Underground. From the beautiful caves of Vinales to a genuine farm lunch and agriculture experience. Come with us to say goodbye to 2019, and welcome 2020 with a new culture, an old neighbor, new friends and ancient traditions. Welcome to New Years Havana by My XO Adventures.

ACCOMMODATIONS

• VIP Airport Welcome Lounge and Cocktails.
• Porter service for your luggage.
• All Ground Transportation in Cuba.
• Welcome Dinner.
• Breakfast Daily.
• Tours Every Day with English Speaking Guide.
• Fully Escorted by Daniel & Michael of My XO Adventures.
• City Tour of Havana.
• Excursion to the Vinales Countryside.
• Authentic Plantation and Montecristo Experience.
• Authentic Farm Lunch with locally grown foods.
• Mountain Cave Exploration by Boat.
• Customized Gastronomic Tour of Havana including all tastings, drinks and desserts.
• Evening visit to the Fabrica De Arte of Cuba exhibiting the best of Cuban Art and Music.
• 1 Hour Complimentary Massage at the Casa.
• Unparalleled Luxury Resort-Like Cuban Casa with Pool in an exclusive upscale neighborhood of Havana.
• Authentic New Years Eve Dinner with a live and popular Cuban Band at the Casa.
• 24 Hour Concierge Service.
• Classic Car Ride.

DAY BY DAY ITINERARY

DAY 1: Welcome to Havana

Upon arrival, you will be personally greeted by Daniel & Michael – owners of My XO Adventures – and Dayron – your main English-speaking Expert Tour Guide during your trip. We will escort you to the Lounge for a welcome cocktail while our Porter Service will see to your bags. We will then board our air-conditioned Luxury Coach to take us into town.

​Check-In at Benfast House located in upscale neighborhood approximately 20 min from Old Havana City Center.

6:00 PM | SPECIAL WELCOME DINNER (included)
Enjoy an authentic Cuban Banquet al fresco at the Casa. Rest, Relax by the pool, and enjoy!

DAY 2:  Touring and havana history

• 9:00 AM BREAKFAST
• 10:00 AM Tour of HOTEL NATIONAL Tour this historic hotel and its intricate lobby, hotel gardens, and the commanding view of Havana Bay.
• 11:30 AM Drive to HISTORICAL CENTER OF HAVANA
  We’ll tour around Revolution Square, visit the Jose Marti Memorial, and the Museum of the Revolution. See the sites of the Capitol Building, the Havana Opera House – where President Obama gave his speech to the world -, the Plaza de Armas, and more.
• 1:30 PM LUNCH (Choice of HANOI / PANCHENKA / EL CHANCHULLERO) After lunch we will have time to wander the cobblestone streets of OLD HAVANA, and then head over to visit Ernest Hemingway’s House (museum)
• 3:00 PM RETURN TO CASA
• 8:30 PM DINNER ON YOUR OWN (Recommendations available)
• 10:00 PM We will head over to catch a Jazz Concert at the popular club “La Zorra y el Cuervo”, a basement bar that features some of the best jazz in Havana in a very hip/cozy setting. Enjoy private Dance Lessons at the Casa and spend a relaxing evening poolside.

DAY 3: Cuban Countryside

• 6:30 AM BREAKFAST (To Go) – DEPART CASA AT 7:00am
  Day Trip to Viñales Region renowned for its beauty and tobacco plantations. Journey through local limestone caves, including a boat ride through underground waterways! Next will be horseback riding (2hrs) (weather permitting)
• 12:00 PM LUNCH AT LOCAL FARM (included)
  After lunch we’ll visit a local farmer co-op, learning about his production, economics, and traditions. Each guest will have a complimentary gift.
• 5:30 PM RETURN TO CASA (light food fare included)
  After a full day of activities and driving, we’ve arranged for each guest to have a complimentary 60-minute massage at the Casa – either poolside or in the privacy of your room. You will also be treated to a complimentary 1 hour massage.
• 8:00 PM DINNER TBA
  The rest of the evening is on your own time to use as you see fit…we’ll gladly arrange for any transportation or reservations you need.

Day 4: HAVANA ART & Cuisine

• 9:00 AM HAVANA FOOD TOUR
  We’ll visit the Historical Center of Havana for an interesting and Global Concept food tour. Enjoy the local produce, food tastings, coffee, ice cream, desserts, entertainment, meet local Cuban People and perhaps even make a friend or two! We’ll also sample some of the local liquors and enjoy a frosty beverage. (3hrs)
  After the food tour, visit the workshop of famous Cuban painter Manuel Lopez Olivia, shop at local stores (including the hip CLANDESTINA shop, La Marca (tattoo studio), and Cooperative of Street Artists
  
• 12:30 - 4 PM Time at Your Leisure
  
• 8:00PM - ??
  Tonight Dinner is on your own in the Fabrica de Arte Cubano. Fábrica de Arte Cubano (FAC) is a great interdisciplinary creation laboratory that exposes the best of contemporary art in Cuba, with a strong social and community approach. An old oil factory transformed into a generalist space that opens up to the exchange between the various artistic manifestations that coexist in the same building. Enjoy some wine, tapas or a full dinner at the variety of bars and restaurants in the factory. The immersion this evening of Cuban culture comes to life in sight, sound and taste. 

Day 5: NEW YEARS EVE in HAVANA

• 9:00 AM BREAKFAST
  Visit to the “Cañejon de Hamlet” - an artistic community consisting of Afro-Cuban religion and history, whose founder – Salvadore – opens his home to guests. This hidden Gem of Havana has ‘graffiti’ covering the walls, benches, and ground in the area, enveloping you in the art. Tour of National Fine Arts Museum (Cuban Art Building) & Artistic Crafts Fair ‘San Jose’
• 1:00 PM LUNCH TBA
  Visit to Fusterlandia and Cacho Studio. Fusterlandia is one of the quirky and interesting neighborhoods of Havana. Filled with color, the entire neighborhood sports mosaics of tile. Artist Jose Fuster lives in the area and opens his property to the public which consists of a beautiful courtyard of art, pool and 3-story building completely covered in mosaics. The view of the neighborhood and Havana from the top is a must-see! Before leaving, be sure to have a fresh Pina Colada served out of a cored pineapple before leaving. 
• 8:00 PM NEW YEARS EVE DINNER (Lobster/Seafood - included)
  Tonight, we want to express our gratitude to you with a special farewell dinner provided by My XO Adventures at the Casa. We'll dine under the stars and enjoy an authentic and vibrant Cuban Band while we share our stories of our adventures throughout Cuba. Afterwards we venture out Celebrate and dance to New Year’s Eve in Havana!

Day 6: Vámonos

• 9:00 PM BREAKFAST
  Ride in a classic convertible car around the city. Stop at some of the private shops to do your last bit of Supporting the Cuban people and making sure to bring something home for your loved ones!
• 1:00 PM LUNCH TBA
  ​Visit Art Galleries and last minute shopping.
• Vámonos