With their friendly locals, flavorful cuisine(s), and colorful cities, Latin America and the Caribbean seem to be at the top of every American’s travel wishlist lately, and given the monotony of suburban life, we can’t really blame them. It’s not like many of us live in proximity to perfectly preserved 16th-century towns, not to mention greater weather …

Oh, Habana… One of the most vibrant cities in the world. Havana is magical place for both travelers and locals alike. Believe me, there is so much more to it than the Hotel Nacional, Old Town, Hemingway Bars, and spotting the topless classic American cars. There are corners and places in this city that are …