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Inside Background
Architecture 
As a 500-year old city, Havana is an architectural melting pot of sorts. Over...
Last edited: 23 June 2006
Culture 
The culture in Havana can best be described as Afro-Cuban, referring to the...
Last edited: 15 April 2008
Health & Safety 
Usually, the most any traveler in Havana will have to worry about is...
Last edited: 04 October 2009
History 
The city of Havana was established in the beginning of the 16th century, 30...
Last edited: 22 June 2006
Neighborhoods 
Centro Havana: Housing much of Havana’s native population, Centro Havana also...
Last edited: 14 May 2009
Recommended Reading 
Dirty Blonde and Half-Cuban: Lisa Wixon Interesting take on modern Havana. Our...
Last edited: 23 January 2007
Weather & When to Go 
Located close to the Tropic of Cancer, Havana has a typical subtropical...
Last edited: 21 June 2006
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Inside Transportation
Getting Around 
Break out the walking shoes; Havana is a city of pedestrians. Most of the...
Last edited: 10 January 2009
Taxis & Rental Cars 
Havana streets can be confusing if you don’t have a perfect grasp of Spanish...
Last edited: 23 June 2006
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Inside Things to Do
Family Travel 
Havana isn’t really tailored for travel with children (there are no theme...
Last edited: 27 March 2006
Shopping 
Anyone who has been to Cuba will know that it is not exactly shopping heaven...
Last edited: 15 January 2008
Old Havana 
Old Havana is one of the most unique, atmospheric places on the planet. The...
Last edited: 18 August 2008
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
Enjoy a lunch or dinner in the middle of Habana Vieja in the shady courtyard of...
Last edited: 16 November 2007
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Inside Cuba: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
As of February 21st 2008, the following currencies can be exchanged into Cuban...
Last edited: 09 September 2009
Crossing the Border 
A valid Passport and a Cuban Visa (known as a Tourist Card) are required when...
Last edited: 05 July 2009
Important Phrases 
It is always good to learn some basic phrases like Hello, Thank You etc in the...
Last edited: 19 May 2009
Tipping & Etiquette 
Tipping is the norm in Cuba,  just like the USA etc. If you are unsure of just...
Last edited: 04 September 2008
Currency and Credit Cards 
The convertible peso (CUC) is a closed currency, which means it cannot be...
Last edited: 03 September 2009
Currency for Tipping 
Please please read this if you are going to Cuba.  When you tip in Canadian...
Last edited: 10 March 2009
Items to take 
Tarpaulins are till urgently needed in the Holguin area following the...
Last edited: 08 February 2009
Things to Know Before You Go 
Vaccinations - There are no compulsory vaccinations required for Cuba travel...
Last edited: 21 January 2009
Things to Pack 
Travel Advisory!...Pack all valuables with your carry on! (Cuban Airports have...
Last edited: 02 May 2009
Tipping for service in Cuba 
Frequent travelers to Cuba relate that you don’t need to tip to get good...
Last edited: 25 September 2009
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