Cuba is famous for much more than being an island under the Caribbean sun. Yet, the land of swinging Caribbean rhythms, of historically interesting colonial towns, of famous Cuban cigars, of the Cuban revolution and of famous men such as Fidel Castro enjoys an incredible 330 sunny days a year. For many of us, this all is more than enough to convince us that Cuba is a destination for enjoyable holidays.
For beach lovers and those looking for luxury services, Varadero beach resort or Cayo Coco Island might be good choices for a holiday in Cuba. With their exclusive services, white-sand beaches and turquoise warm water, these holiday resorts of limited access for locals might not show you the real Cuba, but they sure show you the great beach facilities of this Caribbean island.
Flights to Cuba are available from many European and Canadian locations, as well as from Mexico and elsewhere in Latin America. However, direct flights to Cuba are not available from the USA. Visitors of most nationalities need visas to visit Cuba. The main international airport of Cuba is located in the capital, Havana.
Sunny days, diverse landscapes and salsa: Attractions of Cuba
Except for its sunny tropical climate, Cuba is a natural paradise also in many other ways. It is a home of diverse landscapes from white-sand beaches and semi-deserts to tropical rainforests and to mountains rising up to 2,000 meters above sea level. The jungles of this Caribbean island host diverse and mostly indigenous flora and fauna, and hide several historically interesting old towns, and the fascinating agricultural landscapes of Cuba consist of endless sugarcane fields. Explore also the treasures of small Cuban offshore islands, which have gained international reputation for their rich and diverse biological heritage. The vivid cultural life of Cuba with live music and salsa dancing is a popular attraction that can be enjoyed all around the country.Holiday destinations in Cuba
Apart from its natural beauty, Cuba attracts many visitors with its interesting city destinations and with its all-inclusive tourist services. So, how about visiting the cosmopolitan Cuban capital, Havana with its famous cigar factory, museum of revolution, and historically interesting colonial Old Town? Besides Havana, the southern city of Santiago de Cuba also offers an intriguing mix of historic sites, cultural attractions and nightlife.For beach lovers and those looking for luxury services, Varadero beach resort or Cayo Coco Island might be good choices for a holiday in Cuba. With their exclusive services, white-sand beaches and turquoise warm water, these holiday resorts of limited access for locals might not show you the real Cuba, but they sure show you the great beach facilities of this Caribbean island.
Practical information for your holiday in Cuba
Cuba has a tropical climate moderated by pleasant trade winds. Generally, dry season in Cuba lasts from November to April, while a rainier season is encountered from May to October. Hurricanes may occur in Cuba in September and October.Flights to Cuba are available from many European and Canadian locations, as well as from Mexico and elsewhere in Latin America. However, direct flights to Cuba are not available from the USA. Visitors of most nationalities need visas to visit Cuba. The main international airport of Cuba is located in the capital, Havana.
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Although Cuba is an island country, there are no regular ferry routes operating to Cuba from international locations.
For traveling around in Cuba, there are comfortable and reliable buses available, as well as trains running between the main cities. Taxis can be found in Cuban cities and resorts. Hotels in Cuba are available mostly in Cuban tourist resorts, but also in cities and around attractions throughout the country. Main roads in Cuba are generally in good condition and traffic is light except for Havana. Driving in Cuba is most often quite safe.
Safety. Cuba is a quite safe destination also with other regards, with very little violent crime around, although theft and scams are more common. Especially popular resort areas such as Varadero are a safe choice for a holiday destination in Cuba. Note that some Spanish skills are needed for independent travel in Cuba.
