Leaving for Cuba tomorrow...any tips?

**Operator** · 12-23-2011, 08:03 AM

I would apply for citizenship at once!

**Sam - Mr. Skin** · 12-23-2011, 08:04 AM

Originally posted by keysync

If you dive go to the south mid section and see if you can get a boat to get even close to the queens garden.
It's probably the most pristine reef in the world.

I actually just saw a special about it on 60 minutes the other night by chance. It seems like a chore to get there but it's on our list if we feel we have time.

**Sam - Mr. Skin** · 12-23-2011, 08:11 AM

Originally posted by CIVMatt

Nicest people in the world, try to find a place to eat that doubles as someones house, it may seem weird to us but the Gov allows some people to actually own their own business and they use their home during the day to double as a "restaurant" and will hands down be some of the best food you've ever ate in your life.

Also it's not like other countries, make sure you spend time leaving the tourist areas and wonder around off the beaten path and visit the side streets and neighborhoods

edit: BRING BACK PICTURES FOR US!

We are primarily staying in Casas Particulares which are people's homes that they rent out like a bed and breakfast. We aren't staying in any resorts and typically don't when we travel. Sounds like you and I like to travel for the same reasons.

**Wizzo** · 12-23-2011, 08:12 AM

Originally posted by Goldmaniacs

US would not put an embargo on a country unless there is a damn good reason for it.

**Sam - Mr. Skin** · 12-23-2011, 08:15 AM

Originally posted by Goldmaniacs

US would not put an embargo on a country unless there is a damn good reason for it.

**Vox** · 12-23-2011, 08:25 AM

Don't forget to bring some Pepto, you won't be able to find any there.
If you have any old clothes or shoes you want to get rid of, they are always appreciated in Cuba. You can also use them to barter for souvenirs in the markets.

Have fun!

**Sam - Mr. Skin** · 12-23-2011, 08:29 AM

Originally posted by AAB

Near Trinidad is a park called El Cubano National Park. Within the park is the most beautiful waterfall I've ever seen. The trail to the park is postcard perfect every step of the way. There is a tribe of mountain people who still live the traditional lifestyle 3/4 along the way. Their barefoot kids can climb trees like Tarzans. Going for a swim in the pond surrounded by cliffs as Salto Javira creates a veil of water you can swim behind was magical. I highly recommend that hidden spot in paradise you won't find in any tour guide book.

Now THIS is the type of tip I was looking for. Thanks and I'll definitely try to find it.

**Chosen** · 12-23-2011, 08:30 AM

Have fun

**O MARINA** · 12-23-2011, 08:30 AM

Originally posted by Operator

I would apply for citizenship at once!

haha out of all the replies, this is the best.

I hear the beach is nice! Enjoy your vacation.

**O MARINA** · 12-23-2011, 08:32 AM

Originally posted by Vox

bring some Pepto, you won't be able to find any there.

lol - Food that bad?

Prices for next week are 3x more than usual.

**Jim_Gunn** · 12-23-2011, 03:55 PM

Originally posted by sam_mrskincash

Now THIS is the type of tip I was looking for. Thanks and I'll definitely try to find it.

Also probably the most impractical tip unless you are willing to make the 475 mile trip from Havana to Trinidad, Cuba.

**Sunny Day** · 12-23-2011, 06:41 PM

Cuban money

I have some Cuban money, but it has some guy named Bastista on it. Must be fake.

**Chosen** · 12-23-2011, 07:14 PM

Originally posted by Sunny Day

I have some Cuban money, but it has some guy named Bastista on it. Must be fake.

Real money has Franklin on them, right?

**DWB** · 12-23-2011, 11:26 PM

Originally posted by O MARINA

lol - Food that bad?

Depends on where you eat. Lots of good meals to be had there.

Originally posted by Jim_Gunn

Also probably the most impractical tip unless you are willing to make the 475 mile trip from Havana to Trinidad, Cuba.

Indeed. However, it's worth the trip. Trinidad is charming.

**Roald** · 12-24-2011, 12:28 AM

Originally posted by Goldmaniacs

US would not put an embargo on a country unless there is a damn good reason for it.

lol yeah.

Originally posted by MaDalton

funny, usually only happens to me at US immigration

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Haha yeah I have the same when going through US customs. Any other country is fine.

Leaving for Cuba tomorrow...any tips?

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