Anyone been to Cuba on holiday?

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I've booked 2 weeks in Cuba in June 2007 for our honeymoon and am looking a bit of feedback from people who have been there and any hints for making my time there more enjoyable.

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Hello,

I have traveled to Cuba 30 times. I am of cuban born but currently live in fl. What can i tell you about Cuba. It definately is an experience. Although I have become very disilucioned for multiple personal reasons I will share my good experiences. I can recommend Cayo Coco which although I have never been there I heard it's paradise. It's one of Cuba's private tourist islands. I heard its one of the most beautiful beaches. Should you want to consider another tourist area where you may want to interact with locals then I would suggest Varadero Beach. Beautiful clear waters and white sand. If you are looking to tour the island to learn it's culture then definately Havana the capital. You will encounter al sorts of educated people and obviously watch out for your bad apples. Please beware of anyone that approches you to offer you to be your tour guide. Although yes there are good and honest people you never know who you are dealing with. From personal experience DO NOT leave any bags anywhere with your personal documents such sa passports. If you go to the beach and leave a bag in the water it is very possible it could get stolen. But these documents in secure areas such as waist belts or leave them at your hotel. Same goes for money when you are taking out money put what you plan to use in your front pocket never take out the wallet in the street because unfortunatley you do have wallet thiefs that will chase you in a bike or steal and run. This is not to scare you but I am witness of all these experiences. Do not take jewelry such as necklaces either. Back to your question. Havana has wonderful museums and historical sites such as Plaza de la Revolucion, Museo de la Revolucion and the cathedral in Old Havana. If you can try and visit a Theatre Show if its of interest to you. Visit la bodeguita del medio. You can also visit a local agency ask about a tour to Hemingways home in Havana. Visit el canonaso de las 9pm. Which is a show that is taken place in El Morro Castle. Its very nice. Try and be there no later than 7:30pm so you can beat the crowds and watch a beautiful parade when they blast off a canon ball at 9pm every nite off the Havana Bay. As far as eating locations I know hotels have good food as far as local places perhaps paladares which are homes that have licenses to practice home style restaurant Cuban Food. These places should be no more then $15 per plate anything more you are being ripped off. I used to eat a wonderful meal for $7 and $8 dollars. Again this was a few years when I did that. If you have any further questions feel free to contact me. I think Cuba is an experience you will never forget as its like going back to the 50's with the old vintage cars still rolling in the street and the horse carriages in select cities. Source(s): Personal Experiences

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I've known people who've been there and it doesn't sound like the best place to go for a honeymoon. If you can change your destination to the Virgin Islands, you'll be better off.
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Yes I have, and I absolutely loved it! Forget about coffee in the morning :) = you get woken up with a mohito instead - the food is amazing, alcohol's in abundance and WAY cheaper than anywhere else, and if you smoke, then don't forget to visit the cigar factory and grab those cohibas. Don't buy any cigars off the streets - they aren't the real thing. you can stay out and party as long as you want, no one will rob you, and the people are wonderful. Don't forget, Jamaica is only across the water. Either way, you'll love Cuba.
r u mad,its nothing like the brochures,lucky men harass u all the time,taxis cost the earth,meat is not fit for humans according to eu directives,