Cuba year 2018 stamps Transport vehicles MNH

Cuba year 2018 stamps Transport vehicles MNH**

Based on philatelic records, Cuba did issue stamps in 2018 with a theme closely related to tourism, focusing on the vehicles used to transport tourists and the attractions they visit.

The key 2018 stamp issues related to the theme of “Tourism” fall under two main categories:

🚌 I. Tourist Transport Vehicles (Transporte Turístico)

This issue often overlaps with the broader “Transport” theme and specifically depicts the famous, colorful, and sometimes unusual vehicles used by tourists in Cuba. This set typically includes:

• Classic Cars / Old Taxis (Almendrones): The iconic 1950s American cars used as taxis, a major tourist attraction in cities like Havana.
• Tourist Buses: Modern or classic buses used for inter-city travel or tours.
• Bicycles/Bicitaxis (Cycle-taxis): Reflecting local and often tourist-oriented modes of transport in urban areas.

🏛️ II. 200th Anniversary of the City of Cienfuegos

While not strictly a “Tourism” series, commemorative stamps for major anniversaries of beautiful Cuban cities serve a significant tourism purpose. Cienfuegos is a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its neoclassical architecture and is a major destination for tourists.

The stamp issue for the 200th Anniversary of the City of Cienfuegos (1819-2019) in 2018 included a set of stamps and a souvenir sheet that depicted significant architectural landmarks and views of the city.

🐠 III. Marine Life (Vida Marina)

Additionally, a major set released in 2018 was focused on Marine Life (Vida Marina). Since Cuba’s pristine coral reefs, diving, and snorkeling locations (like the Jardines de la Reina) are a huge draw for international tourism, this set celebrates a primary tourist attraction:

• This issue typically features various colorful fish, coral, and other sea creatures found in Cuba’s protected waters.

The Cuban stamp program in 2018 utilized several issues to promote the island’s unique features to collectors, blending transport, historical architecture, and natural beauty—all staples of its tourism industry.