Running in Havana

Although the air quality can be poor, the Malecón is a picturesque place to jog, for the human as well as for the marine scenery. The Estadio Juan Abrahantes, just south of the university, has a well-groomed track-and-field complex that's open to serious runners (call ahead for details). Calle Zapata equine de Calle G (Av. de los Presidentes), Vedado, Havana. 7/878-6959.

There are places to run (there's a 2-cuc locker fee) at the Ciudad Deportivo. Av. de la Independencia/Rancho Boyeros y Vía Blanca, Palatino, Havana. 7/40-3302.