First La Casa del Habano in Curaçao

On November 18th, 2021, the first La Casa del Habano franchise shop was inaugurated in Willemstad, Curacao, organized by its owner Mr. Steven Van Buuren and Caribbean Cigar Corporation, exclusive distributor of [tippy title="Habanos S.A., Corporación"]The Havana-based company, jointly owned by the Cuban industry and the British Imperial Tobacco Group, which markets all 27 Habanos brands worldwide.[/tippy] for the Caribbean and Central America.

The event took place at Schottegatweg Oost 201D, where La Casa del Habano is located, and was attended by the Minister of Economic Development, Mr. Ruisandro Cijntje who addressed the welcoming remarks to those present. Other officials, businessmen, Habano lovers and media were also invited to the evening.

The attendants to the inauguration tasted a delicious menu made for the occasion together with the [tippy title="Habanos"]The official Denominación de Origen Protegida (D.O.P.), or Protected Denomination of Origin used only to describe the most outstanding brands of cigars, which are manufactured in Cuba to the most exacting standards established by the Regulatory Council, from tobaccos grown only in particular areas of the island that are also protected as Denominations of Origin. In English the word translates as Havanas, which are widely considered to be the best cigars in the world.[/tippy]of the brands Cohiba, Montecristo, and the protagonist of the night, the Regional Edition for the Caribbean Diplomáticos Reserva Exclusiva, which was very well accepted by all those who had the opportunity to attend. The night ended with live Cuban music and enjoying the best company: the Habano.

With the opening of this La Casa del Habano, the 11th for the Caribbean and Central America. It is located in one of the best known commercial and financial areas of Curacao. La Casa del Habano Curaçao offers aficionados of what is considered the best cigar in the world the ideal place to sample and purchase their favourite Habano. This shop, with a wide selection of Habanos, also has an indoor lounge, ready to welcome and accommodate 23 customers. Those who like a tropical atmosphere will also have the possibility to enjoy their Habano and drink on the cosy terrace of [tippy title="La Casa del Habano"]La Casa del Habano is the name of a network of retail cigar stores franchised by Habanos s.a. There are over 140 La Casa del Habano stores throughout the world on five continents. A full list can be found on the franchise's global website at www.lacasadelhabano.com[/tippy].

The Walk-in Humidor is about 30m2 and includes the [tippy title="Vitola"]A word with many meanings. In Cuba it refers to the size and shape of a cigar (vitola de galera factory name, vitola de salida market name) and also to a particular size of cigar in an individual packing. In Spain it means a cigar band or ring (vitolfilia cigar band collecting). To some it has an almost spiritual meaning encapsulating every aspect of their cigar of choice.[/tippy] of the 27 brands of the Habanos portfolio.

At La Casa del Habano Curaçao you will also find other high quality Cuban products, such as Rum Varadero, Cubay, Cubita coffee etc. A unique experience, highlighted by a service of excellence, through an elegant and comfortable environment for all customers and visitors.

The opening of this franchise brings with it an infinite number of possibilities as aficionados find their way to discover this newly opened jewel in the Caribbean.