"A decades-old cultural icon that remains a hotspot thanks to careful renovations: updated rooms and suites, a cutting-edge oceanfront spa called Elemara, and new dining concepts such as Tekka Bar by Takashi Segawa and an upcoming concept from acclaimed chef Michael White keep the energy fresh and contemporary." - 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