Journal 01 | Through the timeless windows of Havana

“While I was searching for a more general vision of contemporary Cuban politics, culture and social development there was something that kept popping up. Not just in my Lonely Planet (yes, I also fell for the charming and colourful cover) but in every article, book or study on Cuba. A predominant voice on contemporary Cuba that echoes: ‘Go now, it will change soon!’

In light of all my questions and unending fascination for this country, I decided to go now and see for myself if the change was real and what a new Cuba would look like. I want to search for el cambio, the big change, and the claim it has on the people. This story is a fusion of diary-style impressions of Havana, background research on the history, contemporary politics and a reflection of my personal perspective on Cuba.”