An idyllic photograph of Isla de la Juventud. Credit to Cuba Travel. In this article, we will be discussing the history of the intriguing cuban island, Isla de la Juventud. The name of the island roughly translates into the Isle of Youth, & Rejuvenation. Isla de la Juventud is an island off the coast of Cuba, owned by the Cuban government. The island is approximately 213.88 nautical miles (396.10576 kilometers or 246.128708 miles) from the mainland North American Continent. It is the second...

A striking black & white portrait of Dr. Isabel Perez Farfante. This article is part of our Marine Hall of Distinction collection. In this special collection, we discuss the marine biologists who have contributed most to marine biology & oceanography. We do this to commemorate these marine biologists & show gratitude for everything they have contributed to our oceans. Today's marine scientist is Dr. Isabel Pérez Farfante. Dr. Isabel Perez Farfante is a cuban marine zoologist who specializes...

A vibrant photograph of Isla de la Juventud's luscious coastline. Credit to Trip Advisor. In this article, we will be discussing the oceans surrounding Isla de la Juventud, an island off the coast of Cuba. The name of the island roughly translates into the Isle of Youth, & Rejuvenation. Isla de la Juventud is an island off the coast of Cuba, owned by the Cuban government. The island is approximately 213.88 nautical miles (396.10576 kilometers or 246.128708 miles) from the mainland North...