"A vast colonial fortress whose exploration often begins in the dungeons and rewards visitors with sweeping ocean views; a historic stronghold that anchors the city's centuries-old architectural and cultural narrative and is presented as a must-see for historic landmarks and scenic promenades." - Carley Rojas Avila Carley Rojas Avila Carley Rojas Avila is a bilingual travel writer, editor, and content marketer. She is an expert on Latin America, the Caribbean, and Cuba, as she lived and worked in four different countries in that region. Carley founded the digital travel publications Loosely Local and Home to Havana. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines