Cuba Traveller Articles -- Written for Travellers by Travellers

Background

Architecture  The Edificio Bacardi (the Bacardi Building) in Havana is definitely worth a... Last edited: March 27, 2006 Culture  There are many things that make Cuba unique, or at least pretty different... Last edited: April 11, 2011 Health & Safety  Safety In General Often when traveling people seem to check safety awareness at... Last edited: December 16, 2015 History  Cuba is mostly associated with 20th century cold war politics and particularly... Last edited: January 23, 2013 Recommended Reading  An Innocent in Cuba: David McFadden Ay Cuba!  A Socio-Erotic Journey: Andrei... Last edited: October 21, 2016 Tourist Board Info  Click here for the official website of the Cuban Ministry of Tourism. You can... Last edited: May 21, 2014 Crimes and Scams in Cuba  The so-called “scams” in Cuba are invariably bush league when compared to many... Last edited: May 10, 2016 Cuban Aduana  This page is summarising the rules and regulations required by Cuban Customs... Last edited: March 1, 2015 Cuban Cigars - Changing the Rules ?   Cuba has been cracking down on the export of so called "street" cigars and many... Last edited: January 26, 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: February 17, 2016 Electricity  Although the power supply in Cuba is mainly 110 volts, most of the modern... Last edited: April 10, 2016 Emergency Funds, what to do  How Do I Procure Emergency Funds While in Cuba?  What kind of money should We... Last edited: September 10, 2012 Finding Your Way Around  Frequently, travelers planning a trip to Cuba are interested in locating a map... Last edited: May 6, 2014 Havana Club Rum  Here are the current prices in CUC's, as at June 2014, for Havana Club and... Last edited: May 29, 2014 Items allowed into Cuba  There is a great deal of information about Cuba that comes from both travel... Last edited: August 28, 2016 Leaving Via VIP Lounge  The vacation's over and you head to the Varadero airport only to find seven jet... Last edited: January 13, 2015 Money Misconceptions  (Updated September 30, 2016) Comments from travelers, travel agents and forum... Last edited: September 30, 2016 Mosquito repellent  Many people when travelling to Cuba are concerned about mosquitos.   They are... Last edited: June 8, 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: October 22, 2016 Responsible Traveller to Cuba    Packing Bring only what you need, completely pack a week before you go, then... Last edited: January 2, 2011 The Arts  In terms of the arts, Cuba has a lot to offer: one of the best ballet companies... Last edited: December 28, 2007 Things to do in Guardalavaca/Holguin  This article will apply to anyone staying at any of the Holguin/Guardalavaca... Last edited: March 9, 2016

Transportation

Arriving & Departing  Some good advice for travel to any destination:  Pack all valuables in your... Last edited: May 7, 2016 Getting Around  Varadero to Havana and Vice Versa Many tour companies offer tour packages to... Last edited: February 25, 2016 Public Transportation  Public transportation is good in the city hub provinces  of Havana and Santiago... Last edited: May 21, 2012 Taxis & Rental Cars  As there is no Sat Nav in Cuba, it is advisable to download an app.  Cuba... Last edited: April 6, 2016 Arrrival & Departure Information  This page is designed to inform you of arrival and departure procedures into... Last edited: April 10, 2016 Cuban Customs Declaration Card  This is a guide on how to fill in the Cuban Customs Declaration form which will... Last edited: June 25, 2016 Driving in Cuba  Driving in Cuba Renting a car and driving in Cuba is not as difficult as some... Last edited: May 28, 2015 luggage weight at airport  Be mindful that the luggage weigh scales in Cuban airports may show a higher... Last edited: December 12, 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: September 4, 2014

Things to Do

Day Trips  If you are visiting Varadero a great day trip is renting a moped and driving... Last edited: February 21, 2012 First-time Visitors  Cuba is a place some travelers visit only once in a lifetime, due to travel... Last edited: January 8, 2015 Nightlife  The nightlife in Cuba is rich and varied, but there are two spots that... Last edited: July 16, 2006 Off the Beaten Path  The real Cuba. Baracoa has a unique feel to it. It is surrounded by beautiful... Last edited: March 16, 2008 Sports & Activities  Walking and Jogging: The important thing for foot travelers to remember is to... Last edited: June 24, 2006 Baseball (A Must Do)  Baseball, Cuba's National Sport   Cuban Baseball / Tourism Many of the tourists... Last edited: March 11, 2008 Biking in the vicinity of Varadero    Many tourists who visit the Varadero area, come with their road bikes so to... Last edited: December 20, 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: February 8, 2016 Cuba: First timers and US Travelers  I recently returned from Cuba, so the following topics address many of the... Last edited: October 22, 2016 Havana Craft & Souvenir Market  Havana's new Craft and Souvenir Market. For those regular Havana visitors, or... Last edited: November 29, 2012 Organised trips - Cayo Santa Maria  Sunset Cruise - It's a different way to finish the day. You can take a cruise... Last edited: August 14, 2011 Organised Trips ~ Guardalavaca Resorts    Below you will find details and prices of excursions that are available to... Last edited: December 20, 2014 Santa Clara, Cuba      Santa Clara is a pretty small town but has lots of historical significance... Last edited: July 20, 2011 Sunwing Excursions   The following is the most up to date excursion list for Canadian travellers in... Last edited: August 26, 2011 Playa Pilar  Beautiful beach.   You can even go snorkelling there. But watch out for... Last edited: January 2, 2011 Explore More:  Read traveller reviews on all Cuba Attractions

	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: March 22, 2014 Explore More:  Read traveller reviews on all Cuba Restaurants

For Foreign Visitors

Banks & Money  As of February 21st 2008, the following currencies can be exchanged into Cuban... Last edited: October 7, 2016 Crossing the Border  A valid Passport and a Cuban Visa (known as a Tourist Card) are required when... Last edited: November 27, 2015 Important Phrases  It is always good to learn some basic phrases like hello, thank you, etc. in... Last edited: March 27, 2014 Tipping & Etiquette  Tipping is not a common practice in Cuba outside of the all-inclusive resorts... Last edited: July 11, 2016 A primer on Foreign Exchange  (Updated September 30, 2016) Travellers to Cuba often ask what currency to... Last edited: September 30, 2016 ATMs and Cards 2014 update  There have been some concerns raised over the use of ATMs and certain... Last edited: February 8, 2014 Currency and Credit Cards  On Monday 14th March 2011 Cuba’s Central Bank devaluated the Convertible Peso... Last edited: October 17, 2016 Currency for Tipping  (Updated July 11, 2016) Travelers arriving in Cuba for the first time often... Last edited: July 13, 2016 Goodbuy CUC or Farewell CUP?  Stumbled upon this information on-line by accident, but it was confirmed (Feb... Last edited: February 8, 2014 Items to take   Since things have considerably changed in Cuba in the last years, it's not... Last edited: February 27, 2014 No Pesos for you!  Here's an update to changing CAD to CUC. The airport desk charges approx... Last edited: February 10, 2014 Taking Cuban items out of Cuba  Travelers should be aware that Cuban customs can be very strict about taking... Last edited: January 15, 2015 Things to Pack   (Updated July 11, 2016) Travel Advisory!... Pack all valuables with your carry... Last edited: July 11, 2016 Tipping at the All Inclusive Resorts  (Updated July 11, 2016) First off, tipping is not a common practice in Cuba... Last edited: July 11, 2016 Top 10 Cuba Travel Tips  Here are a collection of tips based on several trips: 1. Adjust your... Last edited: February 6, 2016 What I should know before I go  CUBA – Things to Know B4 You Go Vaccinations:-  There are no compulsory... Last edited: August 3, 2016