Cuba with Yoyo
ORIGINS & EVOLUTION • 2017–PRESENT

Born on the streets of Havana.

Born in the heart of Havana — curated with soul, dignity, and quiet luxury.

A story that began with genuine passion by the Malecón and the complicity of lifelong friends. Today we turn the trip to Cuba into an intimate, safe and unrepeatable experience.

A turquoise classic convertible cruising Havana's Malecón at dusk

THE MALECÓN AT DAWN

Where every conversation began

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FOUNDER & HOST

Yusmel "Yoyo"

Havana native • Luxembourg-based concierge

"For us, travelling is not collecting hurried postcards. It is sitting with the man who rolls tobacco in Viñales, understanding the sacred beat of the batá drum, and discovering a vibrant Havana that appears in no conventional guide."

"To travel with us is to witness our island through friendship, deep cultural roots, and effortless European precision."

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GENESIS & BROTHERHOOD • THE CUBA WITH YOYO STORY

The golden days of the Habanaboys

Between 2017 and 2019 we built the essence of our hospitality: a collective of childhood friends, dedicated drivers and native storytellers who opened the island’s most secret doors.

2017 EL COMIENZO

The Spark & Classic Rides

The Beginning and the Havana Classics

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1950s convertibles: Open-top rides along the Malecón and past the tree-lined mansions of El Vedado.

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A warm welcome: Private pick-ups at José Martí Airport with coconut water and sincere hospitality.

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The Habanaboys team: Childhood friends who turned every ride into living stories and cherished memories.

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2018 EXPANSIÓN

Deep Cuba Excursions

From the Land to the Son: Viñales, Trinidad and Rhythm

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Viñales Valley: Horseback rides among karst mogotes, organic tobacco farms and talks with traditional vegueros.

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Trinidad Colonial: Cobblestone streets, the haciendas of the Valle de los Ingenios and living legends.

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Salsa & Son: Private classes on colonial rooftops with professional Cuban dancers.

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2019 PURE ROOTS

Raw & Authentic Soul

Local Markets and Afro-Cuban Tradition

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Mercado La Cuevita: Routes through authentic markets off the usual tourist radar, with cultural respect.

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Herencia Yoruba: A respectful understanding of Afro-Cuban religion, batá drumming and orishas.

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Paladares Secretos: Exclusive signature criolla dinners prepared by local families.

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Yoyo jumping with open arms in front of the giant yellow CUBA letters, February 2019

FROM OUR ARCHIVE • FEBRUARY 2019

Yoyo at the CUBA letters

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A stall at a Cuban farmers' market, piled high with papayas and root vegetables

CUBA DESDE DENTRO • CUBA FROM THE INSIDE

The market: everyday Cuba

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THE HABANABOYS YEARS • 2019

From the family album

No stock and no staging: these are Yoyo’s own photographs from the road in 2019, criss-crossing the island with the Habanaboys and their guests.

Yoyo with open arms in front of the ‘Vive en el pueblo’ mural of Camilo Cienfuegos, 2019

HAVANA WALLS

‘Vive en el pueblo’ — Camilo’s mural

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Yoyo leaning in front of the ‘Todo por Cuba’ mural of Che Guevara, 2019

HAVANA WALLS

‘Todo por Cuba’ — the Che mural

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The sun setting over the water from a Cuban pier, mountains on the horizon, 2019

ON THE ROAD

Sunset from the pier

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A quiet green bay with small fishing boats at anchor, 2019

ON THE ROAD

A quiet bay, boats at rest

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EL PUENTE INTERNACIONAL • LUXEMBOURG & HAVANA

From Havana’s streets to the heart of Europe.

When life led Yoyo to settle in Luxembourg, our brand’s purpose evolved towards a new standard: joining the precision of a European concierge service con el the indestructible heart of our roots in Cuba.

Today we manage smooth bookings, transparent international payments and 24-hour assistance in several languages, while on the island our trusted circle on the ground makes sure every guest is received like family.

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Curation with Soul

Zero generic itineraries. Every day is designed at your pace.

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Respaldo Local 100%

Direct economic impact for Cuban families and hosts.

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European Standard

Soporte continuo, confianza y tranquilidad absoluta.

HAVANA • LUXEMBOURG CONCIERGE

"The secret is never losing eye contact with our people, nor empathy with the traveller."

— Yusmel & the team on the ground 100% PRIVATE & CURATED
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Ready to discover the real Cuba?

From historic Havana to the trails of Viñales and the rhythms of Trinidad, we create your exclusive itinerary, tailored to your wishes.

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