La CRUDA REALIDAD de vivir AISLADOS en el mar | Así es CAYO SMITH en Santiago de Cuba hoy
Leo’s Travel
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We travel to the heart of Santiago de Cuba Bay to discover Cayo Granma (historically known as Cayo Smith), a small island where its inhabitants live practically isolated from the rest of the country.
Join me as we explore its picturesque wooden houses on stilts, its car-free cobblestone streets, and learn about the daily lives of its fishing families: how they obtain drinking water, how they cope with scarcity, their rich cultural traditions, and the human warmth that endures despite all difficulties.
CONTENTS
00:00 - Introduction: The isolated village in the sea in Santiago de Cuba
02:27 - How to get to Cayo Granma (Cayo Smith) and boat transportation
04:17 - Santiago de Cuba Bay and the Cay's strategic location
07:06 - History and origin of Cayo Smith: Occupation and architecture
09:24 - Crossing the bay by boat: Prices and daily life
16:02 - The fishing origins and immigrants from the British Caribbean
18:21 - Arrival and first steps in the village of Cayo Granma
20:33 - The water crisis and testimonies from the inhabitants
22:43 - American-style houses and cobblestone streets
25:20 - Prices of basic foodstuffs and the island cemetery
27:02 - The aftermath of hurricanes and the Caguama Festival
30:18 - Trying local food: The mystery of the "Cueruba"
33:44 - The fishing tradition in Cayo Granma
35:02 - Teresa's story: The fisherwoman and her documentary
39:17 - The tourism potential vs. The Reality of Isolation
41:18 - Visit to Teresa's House and Her Way of Life
43:00 - Live Cuban Trova: Performing Silvio Rodríguez's Songs
47:48 - The Documentary "Iceberg" and Anecdotes at Sea
49:43 - Singing "Yolanda" by Pablo Milanés
51:17 - The Historic Church of San Rafael (The Divine Doctor)
55:00 - Traditional Songs and Popular Cuban Music
1:01:10 - Panoramic Views from the Top of the Cay
1:02:30 - The Rhythm and Joy of Traditional Trova
1:08:54 - Rustic Area of the Cay and Farewell to the Tour
1:11:31 - Final Reflection: The True Value of Its People
💬 Let me know in the comments what surprised you most about this island!
#Cuba #cubahoy #SantiagoDeCuba #CayoGranma #CayoSmith #CubaTravel #CubaDocumentary
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Leo's Travel, 2026
20 Comments
El cayo es un paraiso.
Su gente noble,sencilla,humildes y maravillosas.
Me gustó mucho la energía de la señora, a pesar de su edad tiene una vitalidad y fortaleza increíble, y canta muy lindo, siempre alegre, no parece que tenga esa edad.
Mis respetos para esas personas que viven ahí, por su manera de enfrentar el día a día y salir adelante.
Mis saludos para todos los pobladores y para ti Leo y tu guía que nos explico muy detallado como se vive en el cayó y sobre la fundación de ese pedacito de Santiago y saludos a la brasileña también.
Leo, sigue brindándonos videos así, nos enseña como los cubanos vivimos en medio de los momentos difíciles.
Un abrazo desde Las Tunas.
Felicitaciones!
La CRUDA REALIDAD de vivir AISLADOS en el mar | Así es CAYO SMITH en Santiago de Cuba hoy
Leo’s Travel
45,309 views
We travel to the heart of Santiago de Cuba Bay to discover Cayo Granma (historically known as Cayo Smith), a small island where its inhabitants live practically isolated from the rest of the country.
Join me as we explore its picturesque wooden houses on stilts, its car-free cobblestone streets, and learn about the daily lives of its fishing families: how they obtain drinking water, how they cope with scarcity, their rich cultural traditions, and the human warmth that endures despite all difficulties.
CONTENTS
00:00 - Introduction: The isolated village in the sea in Santiago de Cuba
02:27 - How to get to Cayo Granma (Cayo Smith) and boat transportation
04:17 - Santiago de Cuba Bay and the Cay's strategic location
07:06 - History and origin of Cayo Smith: Occupation and architecture
09:24 - Crossing the bay by boat: Prices and daily life
16:02 - The fishing origins and immigrants from the British Caribbean
18:21 - Arrival and first steps in the village of Cayo Granma
20:33 - The water crisis and testimonies from the inhabitants
22:43 - American-style houses and cobblestone streets
25:20 - Prices of basic foodstuffs and the island cemetery
27:02 - The aftermath of hurricanes and the Caguama Festival
30:18 - Trying local food: The mystery of the "Cueruba"
33:44 - The fishing tradition in Cayo Granma
35:02 - Teresa's story: The fisherwoman and her documentary
39:17 - The tourism potential vs. The Reality of Isolation
41:18 - Visit to Teresa's House and Her Way of Life
43:00 - Live Cuban Trova: Performing Silvio Rodríguez's Songs
47:48 - The Documentary "Iceberg" and Anecdotes at Sea
49:43 - Singing "Yolanda" by Pablo Milanés
51:17 - The Historic Church of San Rafael (The Divine Doctor)
55:00 - Traditional Songs and Popular Cuban Music
1:01:10 - Panoramic Views from the Top of the Cay
1:02:30 - The Rhythm and Joy of Traditional Trova
1:08:54 - Rustic Area of the Cay and Farewell to the Tour
1:11:31 - Final Reflection: The True Value of Its People
💬 Let me know in the comments what surprised you most about this island!
#Cuba #cubahoy #SantiagoDeCuba #CayoGranma #CayoSmith #CubaTravel #CubaDocumentary
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Leo's Travel, 2026