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    Inside Background
    Architecture 
    The Edificio Bacardi (the Bacardi Building) in Havana is definitely worth a...
    Last edited: 27 March 2006
    Culture 
    There are many things that make Cuba unique, or at least pretty different...
    Last edited: 11 April 2011
    Health & Safety 
    Safety In General Often when traveling people seem to check safety awareness at...
    Last edited: 16 December 2015
    History 
    Cuba is mostly associated with 20th century cold war politics and particularly...
    Last edited: 23 January 2013
    Recommended Reading 
    An Innocent in Cuba: David McFadden Ay Cuba!  A Socio-Erotic Journey: Andrei...
    Last edited: 21 October 2016
    Tourist Board Info 
    Click here for the official website of the Cuban Ministry of Tourism. You can...
    Last edited: 21 May 2014
    Crimes and Scams in Cuba 
    The so-called “scams” in Cuba are invariably bush league when compared to many...
    Last edited: 10 May 2016
    Cuban Aduana 
    This page is summarising the rules and regulations required by Cuban Customs...
    Last edited: 1 March 2015
    Cuban Cigars - Changing the Rules ?  
    Cuba has been cracking down on the export of so called "street" cigars and many...
    Last edited: 26 January 2011
    Cuban Cigars (Peso and General Info) 
    Cuban Cigars One of the biggest exports from Cuba to the rest of the world are...
    Last edited: 17 February 2016
    Electricity 
    Although the power supply in Cuba is mainly 110 volts, most of the modern...
    Last edited: 10 April 2016
    Emergency Funds, what to do 
    How Do I Procure Emergency Funds While in Cuba?  What kind of money should We...
    Last edited: 10 September 2012
    Finding Your Way Around 
    Frequently, travelers planning a trip to Cuba are interested in locating a map...
    Last edited: 6 May 2014
    Havana Club Rum 
    Here are the current prices in CUC's, as at June 2014, for Havana Club and...
    Last edited: 29 May 2014
    Items allowed into Cuba 
    There is a great deal of information about Cuba that comes from both travel...
    Last edited: 28 August 2016
    Leaving Via VIP Lounge 
    The vacation's over and you head to the Varadero airport only to find seven jet...
    Last edited: 13 January 2015
    Money Exchange 
    With a somewhat weird two currency monetary system and a very unique...
    Last edited: 7 October 2016
    Money Misconceptions 
    (Updated September 30, 2016) Comments from travelers, travel agents and forum...
    Last edited: 30 September 2016
    Mosquito repellent 
    Many people when travelling to Cuba are concerned about mosquitos.   They are...
    Last edited: 8 June 2015
    Places with Wifi in Cuba 
    Here are most of the places that have Wi-Fi in Cuba. None is free and the price...
    Last edited: 22 October 2016
    Responsible Traveller to Cuba 
      Packing Bring only what you need, completely pack a week before you go, then...
    Last edited: 2 January 2011
    The Arts 
    In terms of the arts, Cuba has a lot to offer: one of the best ballet companies...
    Last edited: 28 December 2007
    Things to do in Guardalavaca/Holguin 
    This article will apply to anyone staying at any of the Holguin/Guardalavaca...
    Last edited: 9 March 2016
    Inside Transportation
    Arriving & Departing 
    Some good advice for travel to any destination:  Pack all valuables in your...
    Last edited: 7 May 2016
    Getting Around 
    Varadero to Havana and Vice Versa Many tour companies offer tour packages to...
    Last edited: 25 February 2016
    Public Transportation 
    Public transportation is good in the city hub provinces  of Havana and Santiago...
    Last edited: 21 May 2012
    Taxis & Rental Cars 
    As there is no Sat Nav in Cuba, it is advisable to download an app.  Cuba...
    Last edited: 6 April 2016
    Arrrival & Departure Information 
    This page is designed to inform you of arrival and departure procedures into...
    Last edited: 10 April 2016
    Cuban Customs Declaration Card 
    This is a guide on how to fill in the Cuban Customs Declaration form which will...
    Last edited: 25 June 2016
    Driving in Cuba 
    Driving in Cuba Renting a car and driving in Cuba is not as difficult as some...
    Last edited: 28 May 2015
    luggage weight at airport 
    Be mindful that the luggage weigh scales in Cuban airports may show a higher...
    Last edited: 12 December 2012
    Movies on UK airlines flying to Cuba 
    Here is a list of the films showing on Thomas Cook flights to Cuba.    These...
    Last edited: 4 September 2014
    Inside Things to Do
    Day Trips 
    If you are visiting Varadero a great day trip is renting a moped and driving...
    Last edited: 21 February 2012
    First-time Visitors 
    Cuba is a place some travelers visit only once in a lifetime, due to travel...
    Last edited: 8 January 2015
    Nightlife 
    The nightlife in Cuba is rich and varied, but there are two spots that...
    Last edited: 16 July 2006
    Off the Beaten Path 
    The real Cuba. Baracoa has a unique feel to it. It is surrounded by beautiful...
    Last edited: 16 March 2008
    Sports & Activities 
    Walking and Jogging: The important thing for foot travelers to remember is to...
    Last edited: 24 June 2006
    Baseball (A Must Do) 
    Baseball, Cuba's National Sport   Cuban Baseball / Tourism Many of the tourists...
    Last edited: 11 March 2008
    Biking in the vicinity of Varadero 
      Many tourists who visit the Varadero area, come with their road bikes so to...
    Last edited: 20 December 2012
    But in the Night - Casa de la Musica! 
    History and Architecture During the Day, and in the Night - Casa De La Musica...
    Last edited: 8 February 2016
    Cuba: First timers and US Travelers 
    I recently returned from Cuba, so the following topics address many of the...
    Last edited: 22 October 2016
    Excursions Price List from Guardalavaca  
    THOMAS COOK EXCURSION PRICE LIST PRICE LIST CORRECT AS OF SEPTEMBER 2013...
    Last edited: 28 December 2015
    Havana Craft & Souvenir Market 
    Havana's new Craft and Souvenir Market. For those regular Havana visitors, or...
    Last edited: 29 November 2012
    Organised trips - Cayo Santa Maria 
    Sunset Cruise - It's a different way to finish the day. You can take a cruise...
    Last edited: 14 August 2011
    Organised Trips ~ Guardalavaca Resorts 
      Below you will find details and prices of excursions that are available to...
    Last edited: 20 December 2014
    Santa Clara, Cuba 
        Santa Clara is a pretty small town but has lots of historical significance...
    Last edited: 20 July 2011
    Sunwing Excursions  
    The following is the most up to date excursion list for Canadian travellers in...
    Last edited: 26 August 2011
    Playa Pilar 
    Beautiful beach.   You can even go snorkelling there. But watch out for...
    Last edited: 2 January 2011
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    Inside Dining Scene
    Dress Code at a la carte restaurants 
    Generally speaking there is a dress code for the a la carte restaurants at most...
    Last edited: 22 March 2014
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    Inside For Foreign Visitors
    Banks & Money 
    As of February 21st 2008, the following currencies can be exchanged into Cuban...
    Last edited: 7 October 2016
    Crossing the Border 
    A valid Passport and a Cuban Visa (known as a Tourist Card) are required when...
    Last edited: 27 November 2015
    Important Phrases 
    It is always good to learn some basic phrases like hello, thank you, etc. in...
    Last edited: 27 March 2014
    Tipping & Etiquette 
    Tipping is not a common practice in Cuba outside of the all-inclusive resorts...
    Last edited: 11 July 2016
    A primer on Foreign Exchange 
    (Updated September 30, 2016) Travellers to Cuba often ask what currency to...
    Last edited: 30 September 2016
    ATMs and Cards 2014 update 
    There have been some concerns raised over the use of ATMs and certain...
    Last edited: 8 February 2014
    Currency and Credit Cards 
    On Monday 14th March 2011 Cuba’s Central Bank devaluated the Convertible Peso...
    Last edited: 17 October 2016
    Currency for Tipping 
    (Updated July 11, 2016) Travelers arriving in Cuba for the first time often...
    Last edited: 13 July 2016
    Goodbuy CUC or Farewell CUP? 
    Stumbled upon this information on-line by accident, but it was confirmed (Feb...
    Last edited: 8 February 2014
    Items to take 
     Since things have considerably changed in Cuba in the last years, it's not...
    Last edited: 27 February 2014
    No Pesos for you! 
    Here's an update to changing CAD to CUC. The airport desk charges approx...
    Last edited: 10 February 2014
    Taking Cuban items out of Cuba 
    Travelers should be aware that Cuban customs can be very strict about taking...
    Last edited: 15 January 2015
    Things to Pack 
     (Updated July 11, 2016) Travel Advisory!... Pack all valuables with your carry...
    Last edited: 11 July 2016
    Tipping at the All Inclusive Resorts 
    (Updated July 11, 2016) First off, tipping is not a common practice in Cuba...
    Last edited: 11 July 2016
    Top 10 Cuba Travel Tips 
    Here are a collection of tips based on several trips: 1. Adjust your...
    Last edited: 6 February 2016
    What I should know before I go 
    CUBA – Things to Know B4 You Go Vaccinations:-  There are no compulsory...
    Last edited: 3 August 2016