You Can Enjoy Cheap Holidays To Cuba
Did someone say Cheap Cuba Vacations?
Yes, there are some ‘fantastic deals‘ to Cuba anytime of the year!
You just have to know where to look and how to find them.
There are some excellent ‘package holidays to Cuba‘ that do surface quite regularly, just waiting for you and your family to take advantage of.
Here is a nice short video on one of my favorite travel destinations in Cuba. Something to get you thinking about planning a wonderful holiday to Cuba!
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When I think of Cuba the first things that come to mind are …
• Tropical Island Destination
• Hot sun, soft sand, beautiful beaches
• People
• Cigars
• Fidel Castro
A Brief On Cuba
With the largest population of all the Caribbean Islands, over 11 million people, the island is over 745 miles in length. Christopher Columbus landed and claimed this beautiful island in 1492 for the Kingdom of Spain.
The current Cuban government, led by Fidel Castro is considered in the natural world as “authoritarian”. Socialism has controlled the country for over 50 years and certainly has taken their toll on the economy and much more.
Tourism is very important for Cuba and recent lifts on United States restrictions are now easing, making the country accessible to Americans.
Your Holidays In Cuba Should Include A Visit To Havana
The City of Havana of is the largest in the Caribbean and your cheap vacations Cuba packages must include a tour of this historic and vibrant City.
Old Havana, the city’s historic heart, was named an official UNESCO World Heritage site.
The cities architecture, sites and people will surely amaze you.
It’s really like taking a step back in time, complete with 1940’s area North American vehicles roaming the streets!
A must see when vacationing in Cuba! Tours are easily booked from any resort you may be staying at while in Cuba.
All Inclusive Vacations To Cuba
Cuba holidays include those excellent all inclusive vacation packages we all look for. There are many all inclusive family resorts around Cuba to choose from, that should fit well into your holiday budget plans.
Our family enjoyed a terrific vacation at a 3 star resort in ‘Holquin Cuba‘ just a few years ago. The one thing that stood out among the rest of the Caribbean Islands we have visited in the past is how friendly the Cuban people are and how safe you feel at all times traveling in this mystical country.
Enjoy Cuba – All Inclusive Style
For the majority of families traveling to Cuba for a 1 or 2 week vacation, all inclusive family vacations are the top choice for most. The reasons being are:
1. Value
2. Convenience
3. Worry Free
4. Safety
Our family have enjoyed all inclusive family vacations for many years because of this and continue to do so today. This country is no exception and there are many package holidays in Cuba to select from.
Just contact your local travel agency or go online and choose a reputable travel booking company that specialize in all inclusive vacations.
Such reputable companies you may want to look at include:
Canada:
United States:
Favorite Cuba Beach Locations
The most popular Cuba beaches and most frequented by visitors are:
• Varadero Beach
• Cayo Largo Beach
• Cayo Coco and Cayo Guillermo Beach
• Cayo Santa Maria beach
• Guardalavaca Beach
• Santa Lucia Beach
All these areas are ‘unique in their own way’ and perfect for your family holiday in Cuba. It’s just a matter of personal choice where you would like to visit.
The most popular among North American’s is ‘Veradero’.
Veradero Cuba Among Top Favorites
‘Veradero’ is located on the North West corner of the Island fronting the beautiful and warm Atlantic Ocean.
A resort town with a population of over 20,000 people, it is a tourist favorite and easily accessible with the ‘Juan Gualberto Gómez International Airport’ located here.
Critics have said that the quality of Veradero’s beaches, are among the ‘best to be found’ anywhere in the world. The beach stretches for over 13 miles with many world class dive locations off shore.
The area boasts beautiful package holidays Cuba resorts to choose from for families of all budgets.
For more information on Veradero visit:
Holquin – A Cuba Best Pick
When our family selected an all inclusive vacations Cuba holiday package, we decided on ‘Holquin’. Located further south from Veradero, but still on the north end of the island, Holquin is a busy city with a population of over 300,000. ‘ Frank Pais International Airport’ is conveniently located as that of Veradero for vacationers.
Holquin – Stunning Cuba Beaches
“GUARDALAVACA BEACH in Holguin Cuba!”
Located a short distance from the City is a lovely stretch of beach complete with coral reefs located right offshore! A snorkeler’s delight!
It’s called ‘GUARDALAVACA BEACH’ with excellent swimming in crystal clear water, soft sand on shore with coral reefs easily accessible for most anyone offshore.
What more could you ask for! 
There are just a handful of resorts in the area to choose from, for your all inclusive family vacations. This is why I personally selected Holquin, because of the area being smaller, quieter and the coral reefs offshore for snorkeling.
We were not disappointed!
Beware!
- It tends to be windy and cooler in January at times, which we did in fact experience for several days. Although it was sunny and clear skies the entire time, the wind did prevent us from enjoying water sports on many occasions. One can never predict the weather, but I was forewarned by friends and they were right!
I have included just a taste of 2 of the wonderful beach resort areas in Cuba for you to think about.
I have also added a nice website listing Cuba’s best beaches and reviews for your convenience:
Do Not Miss A Cigar Factory Tour
I am sure when most of us think of Cuba, we think of those ‘Cuban Cigars’ that everyone rants and raves about worldwide.
It really is a unique experience for the whole family to include a trip to a Cigar Factory.
It’s amazing to watch people sitting for hours on end, hand rolling fine Cigars for the world to enjoy.
No machines, no robots, no high tech factories one would expect in the natural world. Just happy people of all ages, sitting at their little desks rolling tobacco with fine precision, into world re-known hand crafted Cuban Cigars.
Cigars can be purchased on site and at very reasonable prices one would never expect!
A Cigar Factory Tour is a must see when vacationing anywhere in Cuba!
An interesting website for those wanting to purchase and avoid counterfeit cigars:
“Beautiful Scenery Found Everywhere in Cuba”
A Few Facts About Cuba
Currency
- Cuba uses the Cuban Convertible peso
Note: There is a departure tax and must be paid when leaving in Cash only! Be sure to check with your travel agent what the tax is at that time and put aside the amount required.
Tourist Card
- The tourist card allows its holder to stay in Cuba for 90 days from the date of entry into the country, and is valid for 1 entry into Cuba. Children, regardless of their age, also require a tourist card. Tourist cards should be available with your airline at the airport. When booking your all inclusive vacations Cuba, double check with your travel company to be sure!
Passports
- Required for every tourist of any age when entering Cuba
What is the best time to go to Cuba, and what is the cheapest period?
- March, April October and November are the months with the nicest weather and less rain.
- The high season in Cuba is July / August
- Peak Season is December / January/ February (Canadians)
- Hurricane season is from June 1 till November 30
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“Typical Cars of Cuba!”
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For more information, there are a couple of helpful websites for you to browse regarding Cuba travel:
American Citizens
- American’s are now allowed to enter Cuba, but with strict restrictions in place. Contact your local travel agency for more information. You can also visit the website below for more detailed entry information.
- U.S. Dept. of State
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Holidays to Cuba? – Yes You Can
Cuba is an experience unlike any other. Culture, history, beautiful beaches and friendly people, add up to a wonderful vacation experience.
So check with your local travel agency or get online and get started planning a holiday in Cuba!
Your comments are most welcome!
Post them Safe travels!
Robert Tellier
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Did You Know …
“Famous author Ernest Hemingway wrote two classics “For whom the Bell Tolls” and “The Old Man and the Sea” while residing in Cuba.”
