What is the best season of the year to visit Cuba?
Cuba as a tropical island is a long summer. Our winter is very short, and our summer is almost the entire year. The best season to visit Cuba for most of the visitors is the winter time ( December, January and February), might be fresher ( 20 to 28 degrees) this is the high season of tourism in Cuba and a little bit expensive compares with the summer from June, July and August, with temperatures around 30+ but easier on your wallet.
What kind of clothes should I take along?
Fresh, light, linen, so on. You will be able to face 30+ most of the time. But for certain places such as Tropicana Cabaret, Buena Vista Social Club, theaters and other night events formal clothing is required.
Is it formal clothing required at any occasion?
Big cabarets like Tropicana, otherwise not really. Now in specialties restaurants at your resort they might be sometimes crazy about it.so bring one set.
Do I need to get a VISA to go to Cuba?
Yes, a tourist visa is required for all visitors. Please contact us and give us details to offer you the most appropriate answer.
Are tourists well accepted?
Of course! Been one of the most important business around the island , tourists from all nationalities are widely accepted by the Cuban people. Especially you will feel a magical environment everywhere.
What is the official religion?
In our country many religions coexist together, predominantly Christians in their many facets followed closely by Santeria (Afro- Cuban religion) and minorities of Jews, Muslims and Orthodox. For to discover a little more about religion it is always better to walk around the main cities or villages where you can appreciate closely our culture.
How much rum, coffee and cigars can I take back with me?
You are allowed to take with you 1 kg of coffee, 1.5 liters of rum, 50 cigars or otherwise 200 cigarettes. The best option for to buy cigars is directly with farmers in the tobacco fields situated in Pinar del Rio province. That’s the most authentic way to discover a little more about it. In the tour to Viñales you will have the opportunity to receive the appropriate explanation about it guided for the professionals. But do not worry, everywhere you can find the government stores where is easy to find rum, cigars and coffee as the main attractions from Cuba.
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How are reliable are private room rentals?
Extremely and are cheaper than hotels. Many tourists who have stayed in Casas Particulares or Airbnb have warm memories about their holidays not only because they have been provided with comfortable accommodation and good service, but also because they have created bonds or friendships with their landlords. Cubans are very friendly people, who are always happy to help you. This is a big advantage that Casas Particulares have over hotels, which make you stay in Cuba more pleasant. It is the perfect and quiet environment if you are looking for the best vacations.
Though our website you can book directly and make you own reservation in the best destinations around the island. Contact us for more information.
Where can You do shopping or change money?
You can do shopping in many (dollar stores) called MLC around Cuba accepting Visa, Debit Visa Card and Master Card.
Regarding money exchange you can do at some ATM-Bank Machines and directly inside Banks or Cash Kantor called Cadeca.
Please note that you will receive money in (CUP) Cuban Peso-national currency.
Is always good to inform your bank that you travelling to Cuba, so your card is not locked by the bank when transaction is outside of your country.
We are always ready to assist you if you experience some problems.