CUBA! Here's What Surprised Us Most: Safety, Food, Money, Cigars, Cars
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This was our first time traveling in Cuba, and we had no clue how much we DIDN'T know about it before arriving here. So on our last day in Havana, we decided to share the top things we learned on our week in this beautiful, complicated, unique country!
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Originally from Nashville, Tennessee, we got married June 2013 and quickly caught the travel bug! We started “travel hacking” & finally decided we wanted to travel for one year. After 2 years of saving $ and over 2 million miles and points, we sold our cars and apartment and left home January 10, 2016. We started this CZcams channel to share our experiences with friends and family, then decided we really liked vlogging and traveling! So we extended our 1 year trip to now FOUR years :) Now we have a goal of traveling to 100 countries before 2020! We are incredibly thankful to do something we love every day. :)
If you see a Cuban with a chunky left leg and a skinny right leg it's because they drive a Russian Lada, the clutch requires a 60lb compression!
I actually saw that in Cuba when I traveled there, lol is this true?
It's not true
The name of the religion isn’t called Afro-Cuban, it’s called Santeria.
I think that was part of the fact checking when they were talking about the wifi.
These white people get on my nerves talking like they know something about a place they just visited.
Yoruba
It is an Afro Cuban religion and it’s actually Lukumí. Stems from African Yoruba.
AwayWeGo747 Don’t be a stupid racist. Just cause you’re not white doesn’t mean you know all either. They were not wrong and it’s better to politely and nicely demonstrate the right way without insults. Luckily, your putrid American racism wasn’t carried over to non white cubans.
Thank you so much. As a Cuban resident in Europe and with not much left back in Havana I really appreciate this video. We are planning to take the kids on holiday there next summer. I need them to see those dilapidated houses and streets where I used to run when I was little. Those places that made me the happy and unique person I am today.
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Reality in Cuba is not havana! You must leave the touristy areas to see the reality of everyday cubans.
Absolutely!!!
@@thenothing6964 Cubans are very proud people, so it's hard to point out the reality of some of their daily hardships. But yes, so different, but also in positive ways as well. The government pumps money into the tourist areas such as Havana. But once one steps outside of those areas they will see the real Cuba. I'm sorry to say but this couple is your typical tourist couple, out of all due respect btw. So they are not debunking any myths here. Take what they say with a grain of salt. It all depends where one goes in Cuba.
I went there for 2 days. I'm still in shock
Mh dad escaped on a raft so it really is super hard there
Very well said Cesar. And why are these people giving their money to support communism. It's so wrong.
I died when she said ‘muchas gracias, hasta luego’
Was about to comment this lmao
Over Blitz haha it was cute
Bruno you died? Are you writing to us from the afterlife???
why?
I've gotta tell you Kara, you're such a kind hearted person, the way you treat and speak to people is just so wonderful. Nate, you're super nice too. I love your channel
Aww thanks Jim!
They are the best! I love these two so much!
What a beautiful country. I love the buildings, and that people are just hanging around outside enjoying each others company! Seeing you guys traveling around,enjoy cultures, and learning new things is amazing! I have bad anxiety, I do not venture far from my town. You make me want to break out and enjoy the world!
Before you read this know that i was born in cuba and now live in the US. Most people in cuba have 1 good pair of shoes. Goodwill clothes that enter the island are then sold by the government to civilians. Most people in cuba cannot get the medicine they need( only the prescription and service are free), Most people in cuba cannot even afford a bicycle. Most people in cuba do not have the ability to travel out of the country for any reason. Most people in cuba wish they had actual elections. Most people in cuba walk the streets looking for food since there no markets like everywhere else in the world. Most people in cuba live knowing they have no rights and at any moment they can be jailed with no trial. There are no human rights, you cannot assemble or talk bad about the government. Dollars are not allowed to transit only the C.U.C which is the currency they use which has no value anywhere in the world, and which is traded 90c to a dollar. If you visit cuba to really get to know it. Travel outside the touristy areas so you see cuba's true colors . Communism likes to paint reality with the brush of falsehood!
I can tell your a kid by your writing
How many of your dad's slaves did Fidel free?
Raw_Smoking408 ***you’re
@@Kimmejiaa yes i knew that thank you
I've been to Cuba and you are lying if you are talking about these days, the only period it was almost like that was during the "special period" when Americans tried to strangle the economy and Russians stopped helping. I've been all over Cuba, been several times, and studied Spanish in Santiago de Cuba nearly 20 years ago.
Yes, Cuba is not a western-style democracy that part is true. However people are not afraid to speak out, and unlike in many other Latin countries labor union leaders, journalists don't get killed. Cuba has one of the highest human development index in Latin America according to the UN, which makes sense if you compare to DR, Haiti, Central American, etc. Their salaries are peanuts, ridiculous, I agree, but they get "raciones", every basic cost is free or nearly free. Medicines are available and very cheap, even for foreigners. I went to buy several times during my times in Cuba. With prescription, they are free, as in some European countries.
I think this was my favorite video from you two I've ever seen! So informative and much more interesting than just giving tips for places to go and see (although that's always appreciated too!), however this video really showed the value of travel where you get a glimpse of another culture and country and start to understand the meaning behind certain things that an outsider would never know or think about! Great video!
He just said, "Standing in line is really a good system". Said no Cuban ever.
It's a system you only need when there aren't sufficient shops in the first place because... socialism.
Cuba has just about no resources, yet they've eliminated homelessness. Why can't we do that in the U.S.? Oh, because our government only cares about rich people. We have about half a million people who don't have a place to sleep at night.
@@adamhurter6454 Sounds wonderful. When are you moving there to live?
@@TonyRule stop being a hater. I love Colorado, and I wouldn't want to live in such a poor area, including a poor area in the U.S. But people love traveling to Cuba, and the government has done a good job of at least meeting people's basic needs. Just tell the truth.
Standing in line isn't a system. Stop talking out of your ass. The government is treating poor people FAR better than America's.
Hello guys. I am a Cuban who lives in Cuba,lol.I would like to say that i enjoyed a lot your videos about my country.These videos about Cuba are highly recommend to everybody who wants to know about the real country.It´s an excellent job what you did.I had liked to be your guide but I have to say that Cesar did an excelent job too lol.So everyone that would want to travel to Cuba I can guide you through our amzing country.
Hello Antonio , which city you are from ?
I am from Santiago de Cuba,a city 900 km away from La Havana
@@antonioregueiferos8213 si vives en cuba como es que hablas ingles?
If you live in Cuba, how do you speak English?
@@sierra5713 Pretty well
adore you videos! Especially this one!! Love ya
When I was in Cuba last year you definitely did need toilet paper 😂 our hotel was ok-ish. But when we visited towns and restaurants they had none 🤭
Cubans use wet newspapers for that purpose.
yes, i found many places without toilet paper too.. I guess, I visited more than just Havana
Probably because they want to impress tourists. So they can spread good stuff about it abroad like these people
At least why they said they had it, looked like people are pretty impoverished just from looking around
Sucks
Just adding my voice to say again how great your vids are. Open minds, open hearts. Your approach to travel and life is the best!
LOVE this vlog! So informative! I know this sounds odd but I am a travel agent and have been so for almost 6 years now...I work for a tour company that sells some really unique destinations. I find myself answering my customer’s questions without having to look up answers, even when I haven’t been to that particular destination. I then question myself where I know that information from and it’s from your videos! So THANK YOU! As always, keep up the amazing work!
These Cuba videos have been so interesting! I have long had a fascination with Cuba, and I would love to travel there someday. Thanks for taking us along on your adventures there 😊👍
Having traveled Latin America for a couple of decades, I so very much appreciated your glimpse into Cuba as that is one destination I have not made. Very well done. Your real life approach is so refreshing.
Thanks Michael! :)
Nice vlog. I've learned alot. I'll try to copy a bit of your style. Fun and cheerful.
I loved this style of video! I see how it could be really helpful to someone looking to travel there rather than just wanting to visit after seeing your adventures! I think you should do it for more of the countries you visit 😁
Such an interesting recap - thank you so much for putting all this info in one place for us!!
You can definitely feel Kara's energy in this video...
So happy and full of pep... :)
Nicely summed up experience of your time in Cuba...
I am Cuban and my Mother left there when I was 7 months old baby. Never been back and will not with the government in place. Will not give a penny to help keep the dictatorship going.
Hey, whats cuba currency symbol? $ or ₱ ? Thx😊
Did your excessive land and wealth get taxed? I'm so terribly sorry :(
We where always poor, that is what you don't get the govement higher ups have it all and the people get nothing. It is all a lie to get power than you are worse off.
@@nicholasrobertson4418 has your low IQ impeded your ability to be successful? I believe it must have. By the way I now own a 600000 home and many toys. The success is in the man just give him a even playing feild and the better man will shine. I shine where ever I go with out goverment taking from someone to give to the lesser able. Yes lesser able piece of shit would like my wealth.
@@majortranka So...yes. Castro did tax your extreme wealth and you're still mad about it lol. Get f*cked.
I'm a relatively new fan! I must say that you both come across as authentic, warm, kind, and good-hearted people! Thank you for the joy your vlogs bring to us, your audience. I've really enjoyed watching you and the places you've been to. I particularly love your videos of the Philippines where I was born. So sorry that your recent visit had to be cut short by the pandemic. I pray that the time will soon come that travel will be a safe thing to do again so you can resume producing high-quality vlogs for our enjoyment. God bless you and keep you safe as you stay in place in Nashville.
I just started watching your channel and was instantly hooked. I began my bucket list of places to visit and after seeing some of the places you've visited I have added to my list! I don't think I've ever seen a happier couple than you 2. Please be safe and continue to enjoy life.
This Cuban series was outstanding! Not only was it educational it was humorous and showed the Cuban people and their culture in a way I have not seen before. You are to be commended for such a stellar series! As I have said previously, you two just keep getting better and better! Fantastic photography in this series! Have a wonderful time in Jordan and the Middle East! Take care my dear friends! God Bless you both! Your loyal admirer.
Absolutely LOVED this video too!!!
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I’m sorry but this video was not at all representative of Cuba. Visit Cuba yourself and stop to take a look at the places the government didn’t brandish in fake gold.
You have been lied to, this was only the tourist section, not reality. Watch this video for a little reality. czcams.com/video/Fz6VJK3mS08/video.html
I loved the Cuba vlogs, it looks like such a amazing and beautiful country
Absolutely always enjoy your videos!! Just found you a few months ago and I’ve been watching your videos non stop! You both have a very calming nature and you relax me. ♥️
I'm freaking *in love with our vlogs.*
Great job! I really enjoyed this recap of what you learned during your visit to Cuba. I know that it is very difficult (and risky) to generalize about a country that you have only visited for a few days, but your insights were very worthwhile to me and I am glad that you took the time to share them. I hope that you will use this video format again in the future, when it makes sense.
Cuba has been one of my top 3 favorite vlog series you've done. Bravo!
Great video guys! My husband is from Cuba! Although he hasn't been back since he was very young we plan on taking our travels there as soon as we wrap up our New Zealand trip. We've been watching you guys since we set off on our journey a year ago. Good Stuff! Keep up the good work. You guys are reaching 100 countries too soon...Whats next? I know you cant say or you haven't figured it out yet but whatever it is Im sure you'll be great at it... ~Tenaj&Tino
Now in Cuba we have mobile data on the cell phone, it is a step forward in these years of delay
Great series... I absolutely loved Cuba... been there 3x to 3 totally different areas all with totally different vibes... Havana, Holguin, and Cayo Coco... All 3 are amazing... the people are the best thing about Cuba and the Food a close second! 2/3 times we rented vehicles, a car one trip and scooters another, and just went... never felt unsafe, always able to find great eats, and always were able to navigate as the locals were always willing to help you find your way. While on one trip we even ended up as guests at a wedding reception... it was fun... Amazing country, amazing people! I’d love to have he budget to go again... some day :)
Marie Lawson we are planning on possible visiting Cuba. Did you book with a tour company or how did you plan your visit in terms of the travel restrictions?
Wow nice comment. I can't wait to go there myself.
Quique Dillon all lies if this is what you see and taste and feel in Cuba boy ... you are blind and have no heart nor taste buds ! Zombie traveler CUBA IS HORRIBLE
You sound just like a uneducated tourist
Love you for your positive honesty!
This is probably the best touristic video on Cuba ever made. Thanks for the info
Hey im from cuba and i think u guys did a great job describing it, hope u guys enjoyed the streets of Old Havana, i was raised running and playing there and this video brought me back to my childhood, thanks for the great job!
Loved this style of summary VDO, specifically costs !
My wife and I are going to Cuba for the first time next week. Thank You for this awesome video!!
Love love love!!! I just found you guys and I watched all your videos from Cuba!!! I really want to go there, I’m from PR but all my friends in HS were from Cuba, I live in FL so is really easy for me to go have a Cuban coffee, a plate of ropa vieja or a convo with a Cuban grandma but there’s nothing like experiencing the country! I cannot wait Thank you!!! You got a new sub here!
I loved your video! It inspired me to start making vacation vlogs as well. My last one was on Havana. I couldn’t find your travel guide, lol. But I did my best! Can’t wait to see your next video
Another great video. Thank you for the Cuban series, very informative and funny. The quality of your videos and narrative is just getting better and better. Can't wait to see Mexico cave diving video. I hope you made one 😉 xxx
This format was great, would be fun to see more videos like this.
Great to know! Thanks for the feedback! ❤
Loved your Cuba Vlogs, so much fun and information, defiantly thinking of a trip there now
you need to do more of these , this was so informative and the information all in one place thakyou so much😍😍😍.
Kara and Nate you guys are really fun to watch all the time
😁👏
Finding where the locals eat is always the best strategy!
Except the locals can't really afford good food
Cuba is a country like no other! I’m glad you guys captured the reality of it like the busy bustling streets!
Maybe get out of the “tourist” areas and actually SHOW people what CUBA is really like...SOCIALISM. Equally poor. There’s another side to CUBA WORTH SHOWING... go to TPUSA video on Cuba
Just seen the TPUSA video.
I seen the video, WOW!!! Really sad and frustrating.
Was just about to post this. Of course the tourist areas will be nice.
I see that same video right before I seen this one.
I guess they could be showing the best parts from their oblivious eyes.
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Such great contents as always! My Cuban trip is only one week away and I will be staying with an older couple of retired physicians in Habana. I have so much respect for those doctors in Cuba that make on average ~$50 a month! Also, thank you for updating on the toilet paper situation. I will leave them behind here :P
I love this style of what you expected and the reality. It really helps manage expectations!
Happy you feel that way! We had a hard time getting a feel for what is was like before arriving, so that inspired us to make this video!
Great videos guys. So happy you extolled the wonderful people of Cuba. Love these people and love visiting each year!
Thank you for the wonderful video of Cuba 🇨🇺!!! FYI- it’s very safe for tourist in Cuba. The consequences of messing with a tourist are severe. Unfortunately, it’s not the same for the Cuban people living there, as crime among each other is pretty bad. This is what my relatives tell me all the time.
true,it is safe for tourists due to the commie rule,just like eastern europe was under USSR soldier's rule.There is no Miranda's rights or arguing with the police.
The Cuba series is very good but I especially love the style of this video.
Thank you!!
I really enjoyed your video I wish you success my friend God bless you.
They’re spreading lies
@@zandrahamilton3944 so are you
@@Kdawg-nf1kd I’m what??
@@zandrahamilton3944 you're also spreading lies
@@Kdawg-nf1kd really?? How so??
Loved this series! Can’t wait to see what’s next! 👏👏
Absolutely a first class travel blog, you two are the best.
Love this style of videos... Really fun to watch
Great to hear :)
I enjoyed life without phone for two days in Havana.
Both my mom and dad are Cuban born and raised and I’m so happy that people enjoy our culture!
Kara and Nate...I LOVED the series and you. So natural and fun to watch and telling the truth good or bad. I am going to Cuba with my grandson in April, and I just found this so helpful> I am also adventures like you. Thank you. Janina
I LOVE all the Cuba vlogs!! I’m so jealous. Hopefully I can go soon lol
Love your videos and wait you in Italy. We've missed by a glance in Cuba. I will be there on Thursday
Thanks for a very up-beat presentation. It's nice to see at least some happy people abroad.
Just saw this one, and it's great! Hats off to you guys for an honest and informative review. I'm looking forward to the rest of your series, on Cuba and other places I see that you've been. We've been Cuban Aficionados for the last 20 years, mostly the remote areas in the Guardalavaca vicinity. Cuba is a really unique culture, nothing like it elsewhere in the Caribbean. Thanks for sharing.
Love this video style!! The way you explained everything makes it so interesting to watch.
Aww thanks Steve!❤️
one of the best informative Cuba vlogs on youtube.. most videos here just show the pretty stuff of Cuba... the typical cars, food, the drinks but dont tell you the in and outs of the city, the tourist traps, the way to get things, food to try and where to try and going away from tourist spots. that why you are unique and stand out among the many travel videos and vloggers out there.. being yourselves, sharing your experiences and helping people along the way what makes you special on youtube. (best advice on how not to bike through muddy roads if going to cigar tour :P )
You want to see the real cuba. Go to tpusa search cuba. That's the real cuba
Going to Cuba in June and I'm so glad you guys made this so I know more what to expect! I'll be there for 10 days on a mission trip and I can not wait!
Brady Wood how was it ??
Thank you for such a nice trip to Cuba!
YAY! My boyfriend and I just finished watching all of your videos from the beginning! Your first video I saw popped up on my suggestion list when you were riding the Tran-Siberian Railway and I fell in love. Showed my boyfriend your videos the next day and we then set out on a journey to watch all of your videos. WOW what a journey you have taken us on. THANK YOU SO MUCH for allowing us to come along on your adventures and see new places. You have helped us plan things to do in places that are already on our bucket list; as well as add new places to our list. We love you and will be waiting not so patiently for a new video now. Much love from Arizona. P.S. we follow you on Instagram and Facebook. :)
Thanks so much! This makes us very happy 😁❤️
Cuba is AMAZING! Brought back memories!!! :))))))
❤️LOVED this style of video! So helpful and educational! Keep doing more like 😁
Wow Kara and Nate - loved that video - so informative and fun !.. Looks like the Cubans queue nearly as much as us Brits LOL. ! Was wondering about how safe you felt carrying the camera gear at night - we're touring Central America and we don't feel comfortable showing off the camera gear - especially at night !.. I hope it was our video you watched in the park 😂😍Seriously thanks for sharing we loved this video (as always) . Chris & Marianne
Love from india....🇮🇳🔥 u guys r really great.....love ur vlogs........
Hi Nate and Kara I just finished watching your 2019 trip to Cuba and you were explaining the Cuban sandwich, that it’s a Cuban American invention. I’m a Cuban American that left the island in 1961 and the Cuban sandwich was a traditional sandwich before the revolution so they gave you the wrong information. It probably went out of the national gastronomic lexicon because they didn’t have the products to make the sandwich and it went out of fashion. But yes it is a very popular Cuban sandwich. I loved the videos, I left as a small child and have never returned.
Not sure if I commented but that’s me at the 2:27 mark! Was visiting dad after 49 years of leaving Cuba and good thing I went in 2019 cause then Covid hit he’s still there never came to the US he’s doing well and is now 86! I yearn to return
Kara and Nate thx for this memory ❤ captured!
Thanks for sharing those tips and facts !
It kept worrying me watching Kara standing in the streets with cars zooming passed her !!!!
You both are amazing, you teach us all about different cultures and different societies and how different other peoples life styles could be from our own.Thank you for all you have taught us in these 3 years and I wish you both the happiest life together😘😘😘
We are honored to get to share it with you ❤
They're straight up liars, pushing a false narrative that "CuBa iS aWeSoMe, SafE, etC. YaY, sOcialiSm!"
you know this entire video is true only for tourists right?
Yeah… Dumb Tourist
@@ei_maj they literally never implied that. He even mentioned how weird the economy is that if you don’t cater to tourists you’re going to make less even as a neurosurgeon lol.
You guys taught me so much about Cuba!!! It’s culture is amazing and Cuba would never be a country I would travel to!! Thank you for changing my perspective!!! I love geography!!!
Great vlog Kara and Nate ! Very informative indeed.
Enjoyed your Cuba vlogs! Very informative and fun!!
I really enjoyed watching the Cuba's vlogs :)
We're so happy to hear that! We had a blast making them!
We loved Cuba :)
I loved the video, you have a new suscriber, best regards from Varadero, Matanzas, Cuba
Thanks so much for sharing your experience guys, currently looking at potentially planning a trip to Cuba so really appreciate the insights 🤙
Your Cuba videos were our first run-in with your vlog! Thank you for helping us plan our own trip last month. We realized when we got back that we got churros from the same vendor :) Now we are subscribers!
Great series guys! You’ve convinced us to travel to Cuba now 👌
Millennial Travel Confessions same here! 🙌
They are all outside because there is NO AIR CONDITIONING!
@@prettyflytraveler only for the rich toujrists and govt people ignoramus...I AM CUBAN
@@prettyflytraveler There is, but it is difficult to get Acs in houses for regular citizens, plus they're outside because the limit in phone service.
this video was a nice change of pace and style. i enjoyed it very much. keep up the great work!
great final on cuba what a good series well done love the filming in this episode so well done stay safe and enjoy the trip to the next port of call see ya.
its my reflex to quickly click the video as soon as I got the notification
#truelove 😉💞
Same can't wait for the next one. I love your vlogs
Great Job on the Cuba Series guys ... Funny and Educational ... so glad you did the Food tour .. so many tripadvisories saying the food it terrible in Cuba but clearly they never left the resort that is feeding them on a shoestring budget .. Love how you get off the Tourist Beaten Path to show what can be experienced... Yes . you just scratched the surface... if given the chance I hope to learn more of the language and spend a month or two there ... Keep up the great vids .. thanks
Tpusa has the real life cuba videos
You should do these after each big trip - great summary :)
Hello and good morning. My daughter, granddaughter and I will be visiting Havana, Trinidad and Varadero, Cuba in June, 2020. Thank you for all of the information. It was very helpful as I know close to nothing about this very historic, beautiful country and its people. Thanks again.
Kara and nate is the best of you tube
I just saw turning point USA’s video on Cuba doesn’t seem fun
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>turning point
ya cuba treated them at the airport just how the usa treats people from the middle east at the airport boo hoo. that video only showed the effects of usa and spanish imperialism, slave trade, regime change war, and a trade embargo. there's dozens of poor capitalist countries but no one blames capitalism; they blame race.
Right wingers lie to you guys constantly. It's an effort to divide working-class people. Talk to someone who's actually gone to Cuba.... The economic problems have always been there, as Cuba has no resources besides sugar, but they've been made way, way worse by the U.S. emargo.
Finally truth in that video!
I loved these videos! I just came back from Cuba on Saturday! I must have been in the wrong places, we were on the toilet paper struggle bus and carried it everywhere! Love your videos!
Great series! It took me back and makes me want to go back!!!
Typical millennials. I loved how he made waiting in a line a positive experience. I can't wait for them to head to Venezuela and put a bright positive spin on that disaster.
If you want to see disaster, go to Haiti. And Haiti is not socialist but a US ally. Guatemala is starving, Honduras is getting slaughtered by gangs, etc. Actually both Cuba and Venezuela have a higher living standard then most Latin countries according to the UN statistics. There is a lot of fake news about Cuba and Venezuela. (I m not saying everything is ok there, especially Venezuela is going trough hard times, but you have to put things in perspective)
@@tommasschaele5358 I´m cuban and you are an idiot, sorry. re-read what you write.
I´m cuban and I want to thank you, your text rock.
@@davidmartinsantillana4195 I'm cuban and understand that the revolution occured because black people were tired of being treated like slaves. why do you think there was a revolution? was it A. because castro was evil and wanted to kill your family for no reason, or B. castro and the revolutionaries were fighting centuries of injustice that stemmed from the spaniards kidnapping africans and bringing them back to cuba to work for free on the tobacco and sugar plantations? why did castro come to power? was it A. no reason other than communism is evil, or B. the former slave class was sick of being treated like shit and decided to revolt against their oppressors, leading to an attempt at communist rule (never fully occured).
it never fully occured, as the usa continuously snuffed it and changed the regime of every progressive country in favor of them keeping the resources that they got from the slave trade. i understand why republican cubans hate castro: yes he imprisoned people and killed those in the ruling class. what i dont understand is how you dont see why it occurred. or you dont see it as the natural next step after slavery. american capitalism was built on genocide and slavery, please dont ever forget that
@@Lakersinfour20
What do you mean you are Cuban? Then you would prefer to write me in Spanish. A Cuban would never say what you say. You don't know anything about our history. Do you think Castro freed the slaves? Look for an interview by Dr. Hilda Molina, so that you "see" why the "revolution" triumphs. For me it is incredible that someone with some relationship with Cuba says what you, because it explains why many believe that the "revolution" fails by the US instead of infamy and corruption
I learned more about Cuba on your videos than in all my geography and history classes combined.
How sad
Brilliant!! video perfection in editing sound screenplay sound/sound mixing awesome documentary!!
Another great, informative video! Thanks guys!