Castro's Cuba: The island still dances to its own tune, but go now before it all changes

By FLEUR CHAVASSE Idyll: The stunning white sand beaches and slow pace of life make Cuba a great holiday destinationOur guide Alexander led us down a lush mountain trail en route to an alfresco dip in a freshwater pool - and suddenly stopped. Motioning us all to stand still, he gently started to whistle. Within seconds, the trees were filled with birds of all shapes and sizes, including tiny