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Cuba Getaway

Your Complete Guide to the Pearl of the Caribbean

Havana hits you like a jazz riff — unexpected, intoxicating, impossible to forget.

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Must-Do in Cuba

Top Experiences

Cuba rewards the curious. From the rumble of a '57 Chevy on cobblestone to the hush of a tobacco field at dawn — every moment is a postcard you didn't know you needed.

Classic Car Ride

Cruise Havana in a candy-colored '55 Bel Air. These rolling time capsules are still the best way to see the city.

Malecón Sunset

Watch the sky melt into the Florida Straits from Havana's iconic seafront boulevard as the city serenades you.

Cigar Factory Tour

Watch master torcedores hand-roll the world's finest cigars while a reader recites novels aloud from a raised platform.

Salsa Dancing

Duck into a Casa de la Música on a Tuesday night. Strangers will teach you to move. You will never forget it.

Tropicana Show

Havana's legendary open-air cabaret has dazzled audiences since 1939. Sequins, feathers, and pure Cuban soul.

Viñales Valley

Ancient limestone mogotes rise from tobacco fields in Cuba's most otherworldly landscape. Rent a horse. Go slow.

Before You Go

Quick Planning Guide

Cuba is wonderfully different from any destination you've visited. A little preparation goes a long way toward an extraordinary trip.

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Get Your Visa

Americans can visit Cuba legally under 12 authorized categories — the most common being "Support for the Cuban People." You'll need a Cuban Tourist Card (visa) from your airline or a third country. Processing is straightforward and typically takes 24–48 hours.

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Plan Your Budget

Cuba runs on cash — cards rarely work, ATMs are scarce, and US bank cards are largely blocked. Bring enough USD or EUR to cover your whole trip. Budget $80–$150/day for mid-range travel including casas particulares, paladares, and taxis.

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Best Time to Go

November through April is Cuba's golden season — dry, warm, and perfect. High season peaks in December–January when Havana hums with festivals and jazz. Summer (June–August) brings heat and hurricane risk but far fewer tourists and lower prices.

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Explore Cuba

Featured Destinations

From the crumbling grandeur of Havana to the turquoise calm of Varadero, Cuba's destinations each have their own irresistible personality.

Capital City

Havana

Where revolution meets revelation — every block a living museum

UNESCO Site

Trinidad

The perfectly preserved colonial gem of the Caribbean

Nature

Viñales

Prehistoric karst landscape draped in tobacco and wonder

Beaches

Varadero

22km of powdery white sand and impossible blue water

Architecture

Cienfuegos

The Pearl of the South — French elegance on a Caribbean bay

Know Before You Go

Essential Travel Tips

Cuba operates by its own rules. These honest, practical tips will save you time, money, and frustration — and help you travel smarter and deeper.

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Safety in Cuba

Cuba is one of the safest countries in Latin America for tourists. Violent crime is rare. Petty theft can happen in crowded markets — keep your phone in your pocket and your bag close. Trust your instincts, be friendly, and you'll be fine.

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Money & Currency

Since 2021, Cuba uses a single currency — the Cuban Peso (CUP). Exchange USD or EUR at official CADECA exchange houses. Avoid exchanging on the street. US credit cards don't work. Bring all the cash you need for your entire trip.

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WiFi & Internet

Cuba's internet is real but limited. ETECSA WiFi cards ($1–2/hour) work at hotspots in parks and hotel lobbies. Download offline maps (Maps.me), save your hotel addresses, and embrace the digital detox. You'll live more presently.

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Budget Tips

Stay in casas particulares (Cuban B&Bs) for $25–50/night — far better than state hotels. Eat at paladares (private restaurants) for authentic food at fair prices. Take shared taxis (colectivos) between cities for a fraction of tourist prices.

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Ready to Experience Cuba?

Cuba is fading and flourishing simultaneously — changing faster now than at any point in the last 60 years. There has never been a better, more important time to visit. Let us help you plan the trip of a lifetime.

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