Cuban Resorts - the Real Story

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  • Опубліковано 12 вер 2024
  • Cuba’s fancy resorts are stunningly beautiful - filled with white sandy beaches, mojitos, and oceanfront views. There’s nothing wrong with that, but it’s not the real Cuba. Cuban citizens are not welcome to resorts like Varadero so the only locals you’ll see are staff - all carefully vetted by the Cuban government for loyalty to the system.
    So enjoy the Cuban resorts - but take a day or two to explore the other side of Cuba. You won’t regret it.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 66

  • @edellhotboy23
    @edellhotboy23 3 роки тому +338

    Im here cuz tik tok

  • @isamarbehnke5191
    @isamarbehnke5191 3 роки тому +118

    Who’s here from fernanditokocaakola tik tok?! 🤔

    • @sandy826
      @sandy826 3 роки тому

      i just saw it 😳😳😳😬

  • @lizbethduran4455
    @lizbethduran4455 3 роки тому +44

    Tik Tok sent me here.

  • @erichnk
    @erichnk 3 роки тому +5

    We drove all over Cuba in 2002 and gave many Cubans rides, also stayed in Varadero for a few days. Almost without exception they strongly supported Cuba's independence and, with criticisms, the Cuban government. There were some gripes about the screening of tourist areas, "convertible peso" and privileged transport but also understanding that this was needed for the tourist industry. Went again, more briefly 2 years ago and found that all these restrictions were much more relaxed. Never found a single Cuban anywhere, anytime who thought that the embargo was justified or wanted US intervention!!

  • @PLL02A
    @PLL02A 2 роки тому +3

    I have no idea why there are so many negative comments. You go to Varadero to enjoy the beach, hotels & most of all the amazing Cuban people. I don't understand why you said there is not much to do in Varadero, there is tons of stuff to do. I've been to Varadero 14 times as a solo traveler & I go to night clubs, several different natural caves, nature parks, flea markets, walk down town Varadero & check out the many fantastic spots to buy a meal or just enjoy a espresso & a great cigar. I'm never bored there & as a matter of fact I actually get some of my enjoyment by meeting new people from all over the world who have never been to Varadero & I will show them around the town as well as suggest different things to do & see. I have made many Cuban friends & have been to their homes outside of Varadero. Yes outside the tourist area it's poor but the people seem genuinely happy with the little that they have. I do bring tons of gifts for the workers at the hotel & even took a huge bag of sports equipment like baseball bats, gloves & balls & had a taxi driver take me outside Varadero to several small towns where locals live & he brought me to the places where the kids & teens play baseball & I gave out all the baseball gear. They were so happy to have new stuff & I was getting all kinds of thanks & hugs from the locals. Made me feel great to be able to see their smiles.

  • @bchannel6238
    @bchannel6238 5 років тому +5

    I don’t know why but I did cry for your series of Cuba. It’s so human.

    • @OurHumanPlanet
      @OurHumanPlanet  5 років тому +2

      That was the highest compliment you could have given me. Thank you :)

  • @Trippydollface
    @Trippydollface 3 роки тому +20

    Saw this on tik tok

  • @seandonovan8915
    @seandonovan8915 3 роки тому +8

    If TikTok calls I answer

  • @mmanek3465
    @mmanek3465 4 роки тому +12

    I just returned from one week of sun in Varadero Cuba, felt it was fake, could not feel or see really lifestyle like you would when one travels to Africa, India, etc. Thanks for your video, it somewhat helps.

    • @seandonovan8915
      @seandonovan8915 3 роки тому +1

      It really does have a fake feel to it too! Almost north koreanish

  • @Ivna486
    @Ivna486 Рік тому

    This was sad . Freedom is priceless my God !

  • @CubanLibertarian
    @CubanLibertarian 3 роки тому +1

    Yo, she's spitting mad facts!

  • @vallemoreno7675
    @vallemoreno7675 3 роки тому +17

    Ok... esto es horrible, I'm Mexican and I couldn't imagine anyone forbidding me to go and visit new places on my own country!

  • @theforgottenone8937
    @theforgottenone8937 3 роки тому +10

    Who’s here from Tik Tok🤙🏽

  • @bernie2108
    @bernie2108 5 місяців тому

    Agree your last comment "get to meet lots of Cubans, and that means everything! Lovely friendly people give more than they take. Damn America for their situation Back in two weeks, my Tenth, with toiletries, basic medication whatever else I can carry. Why? Because they are worth it.

  • @kevincastillo7687
    @kevincastillo7687 3 роки тому +7

    I’m here cuz tik tok

  • @arthurdewith7608
    @arthurdewith7608 4 роки тому +1

    I stayed at a private house or casa peclair a worthwhile experience

  • @omearica-rc6fp
    @omearica-rc6fp 3 роки тому +1

    This video starts out seeming to be pro-Communist, anti-Cuban people, but stick with it to the end and the final words on this video are beautiful. Worth hearing. Thank you.

  • @swishfactor6915
    @swishfactor6915 3 роки тому +5

    WHOS HERE FROM TIKTOK

  • @Maitexfrias
    @Maitexfrias 3 роки тому +3

    Tik tok made me watch 😅

  • @LabRat6619
    @LabRat6619 3 роки тому

    Backpacking = Cheap with loads of hassle.
    Holiday = Expensive but live like a king.

  • @pebblesbebrezzy
    @pebblesbebrezzy 3 роки тому

    Here cuz of tic Tok tooo

  • @elenadiaz9600
    @elenadiaz9600 3 роки тому

    @Fernanditokocakola from Tiktok sent me here

  • @MassiveCarbonFootprint
    @MassiveCarbonFootprint 2 роки тому +2

    The world desperately needs more capitalism.

  • @RickSuaz
    @RickSuaz 3 роки тому

    I tried renting a room in Habana libre, also Hotel national and their prices were super high even though there was nothing special. I only enjoyed one day and it was in the country side Prices were right and the service was perfect. NEVER GOING TO HABANA AGAIN.

  • @97LovelyBabe
    @97LovelyBabe 3 роки тому

    Whaaaaataaaaafaaaaakkkkkkkkkkkkk

  • @helenrodriguez9891
    @helenrodriguez9891 3 роки тому +2

    I’m cuban and this is the sad story of cuba. Everything in this video is true and is even worse this is just a little summary of 1 aspect . Thanks so much for staying loyal to the truth I see so many videos of showing communist cuba as a paradise when in reality is a bloody dictatorship. Thanks for your solidarity and empathy for my island.

  • @ItsMrstoyouboo
    @ItsMrstoyouboo 3 роки тому

    Tik tok here

  • @pamled5
    @pamled5 3 роки тому

    Tik tok sent me

  • @albertjsanchez99
    @albertjsanchez99 3 роки тому

    Ti tok sen me here men

  • @danielbrown7228
    @danielbrown7228 3 роки тому +1

    TikTok

  • @AMRELMAR
    @AMRELMAR 3 роки тому

    What??!!

  • @DrRemorse
    @DrRemorse 3 роки тому

    i woukd move there tomorrow

  • @MyH3ntaiGirl
    @MyH3ntaiGirl 3 роки тому +2

    Man that is sad, seem way too fake

  • @fitnessfoodfashion2005
    @fitnessfoodfashion2005 3 роки тому

    Tik tok

  • @arricammarques1955
    @arricammarques1955 Рік тому

    92 cents of every tourist dollar supports the Cuban military.

  • @StarPremierEntertain
    @StarPremierEntertain 3 роки тому +4

    Anyone here because of that guy from tik tok?

  • @fatimanafees9693
    @fatimanafees9693 3 роки тому +1

    We know you are coming from tiktok.. so what? What do we do now! Is this information gonna get us win some money .. no right!! So shut up.. 🤦🏻‍♀️

  • @gabrielysc8294
    @gabrielysc8294 3 роки тому +4

    Are we all here from TikTok ?

  • @Jc22ny
    @Jc22ny 3 роки тому +1

    When was this filmed?its quite outdated. much older than 2018 as posted. I highly doubt anything goes on in Cuba that the government doesn't approve. LOL (Like Private homes, shops , cafes that they highly tax)

    • @OurHumanPlanet
      @OurHumanPlanet  3 роки тому +2

      Private homes ("casa particulares") are in fact licensed by the government, as are small eateries. While the gov't imposes rules (and heavy taxes) on almost all private businesses, there is also a thriving black market in both goods and services.

    • @CubanLibertarian
      @CubanLibertarian 3 роки тому

      There's also arbitrary confiscation of said private property... you gotta bribe and know people.

  • @TheFantasticMrFox-pf2vl
    @TheFantasticMrFox-pf2vl 3 роки тому

    Good vid but the dialog was kinda dry and drab.