The Tour Guide, Christine, accompanied by someone else, was extremely knowledgeable and well prepared... I even learned the unexpected such as finding out that there were paintings made out of cigar leaves! I had never heard of that but not being a cigar smoker, I was intrigued by the amount of detail and her knowledge. Tours generally bore me but this one maintained my attention, it was full of fun and enthusiasm vs just a regular memorised script (as in other tours)... Also, other tourists attending that tour were also awed by the way it was run (especially trying out very special rums that I had not heard of before and the “cafe cubano” in different locations throughout 8th Street and its very Latin ambiance and the flavour of those locations.
Not being a Cigar smoker, I was convinced to go on the tour and I didn’t expect much, however, it turned out to be a pleasant surprise that I very very strongly recommend! I must say the tour was definitely an excellent tasting experience of Cuban culture in every sense.
Any tours run by Christine Michaels will be very much worth it, you should not miss out!
Monica Orbegoso
Peru
Response from Host
Nov 2021
Saludos Monica,
Wow! Thank you for the detailed review. This Little Havana Cigar tour covers more than expected and yes we do have guests who do not smoke but love learning the history and culture and can give the cigars to someone as a gift.
Christine has a flair for presenting with passion and authenticity and really knows about cigars and spirits. And not just Cuban style cigars. She's the only female i Miami leading this unique experience. Plus she'll throw in a dance lesson too for those who feel they have no rhythm and two left feet--she can teach anyone.
Come back soon for our introductory tour or other specialty tours Little Havana Part 2, Art & Cocktail and Dark Riches tour.
Salud!
LITTLE HAVANA TOURS