Out with the old — Sugar has been one of Cuba's core exports, but new opportunities are emerging. Getty Images New customers welcome — U.S. visitors can now buy $100 of cigars and alcohol, and $400 in total goods. Getty Images Contentious issue — Popular brand Havana Club is the subject of a longstanding legal ownership dispute. Getty Images An alternative model — The Mariel special economic zone, developed with Brazil, represents a new approach to foreign investment. ADALBERTO ROQUE/AFP/Getty Images Green shoots — Biotech is a growth industry in Cuba, as was seen in the island's support for Ebola-hit nations during the 2014 outbreak. Getty Images Not missing the cut — Golf courses are the subject of multi-billion dollar development deals. Getty Images A 'tourist tsunami' — Visitors would likely flock to the island if the U.S. embargo is lifted, leading to the development of related infrastructure. Getty Images Go his own way — President Raul Castro has taken a different approach to his late brother Fidel. Getty Images Better together? — U.S. citizens could soon be free to experience Cuban pleasures, such as the turquoise waters of Varadero beach. Getty Images Prev Next
