TRAVEL VLOG: HAVANA, CUBA + Tips & Advice!

Поділитися
Вставка
  • Опубліковано 13 січ 2025

КОМЕНТАРІ • 1,4 тис.

  • @TessChristine
    @TessChristine  8 років тому +749

    Thanks so much for taking the time to watch! Always trying to inspire you to try something new. Love you guys. Be sure to give this video a like if you enjoy the travel videos! xx

    • @yukilovevampire4197
      @yukilovevampire4197 8 років тому

      I've always wanted to travel like you do. I really hope I can go there one day. Love your channel.
      ~From a long time subscriber :)

    • @reginazipperer7056
      @reginazipperer7056 8 років тому +3

      You have my favorite travel vlogs!!!

    • @aysls888
      @aysls888 8 років тому +2

      Tess Christine I love that you included tips!You should definitely do that for future travel videos, it is so helpful😊
      Btw the way this video was shot is beautiful and your hair looks amazing💕💕

    • @miriammendoza1432
      @miriammendoza1432 8 років тому

      Beautiful video!! Great tips and advice when traveling to Cuba!!! I definitely need to go Cuba asap!! I suggest for you to go to San Juan, Puerto Rico!!! You and your boyfriend will definitely love it!!

    • @abbieschulz5417
      @abbieschulz5417 8 років тому +6

      Tess Christine can you post some of your outfit deets?? LOVED that brown bodysuit with the hoop earings!

  • @shannonestelle
    @shannonestelle 8 років тому +89

    Loved all the footage in the beginning of the vid, so well done!!

  • @alexiscity5160
    @alexiscity5160 8 років тому +680

    I love how you are giving tips and advice on this travel vlog! It's super helpful :) It's definitely a new twist compared to the other travel vlogs from other people!!

    • @TessChristine
      @TessChristine  8 років тому +178

      aww okay good! I was nervous it would take away from it but then I figured it can only help those who want to go :)

    • @89DoraH
      @89DoraH 8 років тому +6

      this video is so beautiful in the begining, i looove it! and giving advice is great :)
      btw you look so gorgeous in the vid in cuba. could you make a little video about how you stay in shape?
      love from france!

    • @xoxoizzysbeauty
      @xoxoizzysbeauty 8 років тому +2

      Love that you showed off the beauty of my country! I will be uiploading my own travel diary from Cuba but not from La Havana, it's from te center, Santa Clara. Anyone want to support each other? Check my my travel videos please! Ill check out yours! xoxox

    • @makeupbylina1
      @makeupbylina1 8 років тому +2

      Alexis City It is ..

    • @mansoureh
      @mansoureh 8 років тому +1

      I agree with you

  • @Carlyjuanita
    @Carlyjuanita 8 років тому +8

    I've been to Cuba 6 times, can't get enough, I adore the people.

  • @olivialayla6916
    @olivialayla6916 8 років тому +19

    What I love most about you and your channel is that you don't go to all these places for the Instagram picture, you go there for the culture and experience. Thank you for inspiring young people to go outside their comfort zone and travel to these amazing places :)

    • @kaizenstateofmind
      @kaizenstateofmind 7 років тому +1

      Olivia Jules hahaha yeah no she still just does it for the attention. If she wanted Cuban culture she wouldn't have come as a tourist.

  • @EarlsFamilyVlogs
    @EarlsFamilyVlogs 7 років тому +2

    Totally agree, some of the nicest people we've met on our travels! My husband and I went to Cuba the end of December and loved it! We were in Havana and then hopped over to Trinidad!

  • @amyli092
    @amyli092 8 років тому +141

    Your travel vlogs are simply the best, Tess! :D

    • @TessChristine
      @TessChristine  8 років тому +41

      So happy you enjoy them as much as I do :)

  • @Waktsurfr
    @Waktsurfr 8 років тому +8

    Anyone who is planning on traveling to Cuba and are coming from America; don't forget to exchange your US dollars to Euros or Canadian Dollars before exchanging to CUC in Cuba. US Dollars to CUC is a 13% currency exchange fee. It's greatly recommended exchanging from Euros or Canadian dollars, the fee is 2%-3%. Happy travels~

  • @dianachamomile
    @dianachamomile 8 років тому +23

    This is literal PERFECTION! Cuba is sooo beautiful and so are you! 😻💋💋

  • @Morenax19
    @Morenax19 8 років тому +3

    I cant believe it. Because I plan to go to Cuba soon, yesterday I was looking for a travel vlog of you going to Cuba because I couldnt remember if you went to Cuba or Mexico, and in the end I figure out one of your travel vlogs was actually from Mexico. And NOW one day later youre uploading one from Cuba.. just can believe thank you!!

  • @AshaTregear
    @AshaTregear 8 років тому +3

    Looks like such a beautiful city! Has been at the top of my travel list for a few years now and now I just want to go even moreee!!

  • @MaaikeOosting
    @MaaikeOosting 8 років тому +3

    Who else is always SO excited when there's a new travel vlog from Tess?!

  • @laurenbi
    @laurenbi 8 років тому +24

    Girrlll I need to know everything about what you wore and I need to know it now!!
    Haha but seriously great video :)

  • @kimgarcia364
    @kimgarcia364 8 років тому +221

    Okay, but tell us where all those tops are from! SoOooO cute.

  • @viridianaolivares2979
    @viridianaolivares2979 8 років тому +10

    it's my dream to go to Cuba and watching this gave me goosebumps!

  • @angelicaserikova8188
    @angelicaserikova8188 8 років тому +1

    I love you travel vlogs! And this one is definitely my favorite! It's creative and beautiful. I felt like I'm in Cuba. And the music! It was such a positive and bright video. Thank you for it. Now I watch this video over and over again.

  • @ThereSheGoess
    @ThereSheGoess 8 років тому +51

    This video came at the PERFECT time, my boyfriend and I were looking into going to Cuba!! >.

    • @TessChristine
      @TessChristine  8 років тому +21

      ahh YAY!! Have fun!!

    • @xoxoizzysbeauty
      @xoxoizzysbeauty 8 років тому +6

      Love that you showed off the beauty of my country! I will be uploading my own travel diary from Cuba but not from La Havana, it's from te center, Santa Clara. Anyone want to support each other? Check my my travel videos please! Ill check out yours! xoxox

  • @kholawaddy-jones3242
    @kholawaddy-jones3242 7 років тому +1

    Just got back for Cuba. Everything you said is true! I was mainly in La Habana (Havana) too.
    One HUGE extra tip- if you're not having drinks at the hotels, make sure the cafe/restaurant uses filtered water for their ice cubes/salad greens & veggies are washed in filtered water. Trust me on this one! Ask the waitress to be sure.
    Cuba is beautiful! The people were the best part!

  • @morganpavelka4945
    @morganpavelka4945 8 років тому +6

    Amazing cinematography with this one guys!

    • @TessChristine
      @TessChristine  8 років тому

      Ahh! Thank you! We tried something different so i'm glad you noticed :)

  • @JadeKavanagh
    @JadeKavanagh 8 років тому +3

    Your travel diaries never disappoint! All of your outfits were so cute!

  • @user-dh4ie6et2c
    @user-dh4ie6et2c 8 років тому +96

    all your outfits in this video were amazing

  • @FashionChaletNET
    @FashionChaletNET 8 років тому +7

    My Family is from Cuba. But I have never been. I was born in Miami, Florida.. so, this was a nice way to see my family's homeland. Now with Castro finally gone, we may go one day! :)
    Xx

  • @AndreaaDiaz
    @AndreaaDiaz 8 років тому +423

    Wow Cuba looks so amazing! 😍

    • @beautyandbrainz
      @beautyandbrainz 8 років тому +16

      right! the pastel colors makes it look so lively✩

    • @AndreaaDiaz
      @AndreaaDiaz 8 років тому +16

      Kitty Evergreene I know. And all of the antique buildings!

    • @eylenrodriguez3186
      @eylenrodriguez3186 8 років тому +2

      Andrea Diaz it really is 😊

    • @Rooftopdreams
      @Rooftopdreams 8 років тому +3

      I love her filming and now I wanna go there so much!!

    • @AndreaaDiaz
      @AndreaaDiaz 8 років тому +3

      Me too girl, me tooo :D

  • @yanaimarquez8781
    @yanaimarquez8781 8 років тому +5

    my beautiful country, my beautiful city. You made me so happy to see this being appreciated by others than myself. I hope you received the good island vibes my people give off and felt their love and happiness, even though their circumstances are the darkest

  • @doduhmonkeyful
    @doduhmonkeyful 8 років тому +6

    So I am actually from Cuba! And it brings tears to my eyes to be able to see my country because I haven't been back for years myself. My dad just recently went to go see my family and I just wanted to let you know that although Cuba is beautiful, they treat tourists so well because its such a huge part of the economy! However, I encourage that if you go, support as many local businesses as you can. As well as you are being treated, the people who actually live there are suffering, specially in La Havana. The government is still oppressive towards the people, and I feel like that's not going to change in a matter of minutes, but I urge you to give your money to the people of Cuba, not to these huge establishments because they only benefit the government, who doesn't give to the people. I am telling you this from second hand. I lived there for over a third of my life, and my family still currently lives there. The poverty is immense and people struggle every day to survive. It is a GORGEOUS place full of culture and music, but take time to learn why it is the way it is. ALSO!!! Next time visit Veradero Beach! Its one of the most gorgeous beaches in the Caribbean. Also! the province of Santiago de Cuba!

  • @megld13
    @megld13 8 років тому +273

    To everyone saying "wow Cuba is amazing", let me explain something. Cuba IS absolutely beautiful, I won't deny that. But that's the problem. Cubans lives out of tourists. If you've ever been there you know how waiters or any worker tries to make you feel amazing to convince you to tip them. The place is a dream, but the life for Cubans is not. So please, don't be fooled, because what you see is not really what it is.

    • @olivial1743
      @olivial1743 8 років тому +1

      Megan so true.

    • @mellanieflores
      @mellanieflores 8 років тому +6

      Megan so what should we do? 😳

    • @leonaparic2089
      @leonaparic2089 8 років тому +31

      perfect country does not exist on this planet

    • @jkmarsh
      @jkmarsh 8 років тому +34

      Also sounds like America.

    • @DumbassPlumber
      @DumbassPlumber 8 років тому +49

      Isn't that what waiter do everywhere?

  • @HCani
    @HCani 8 років тому +97

    I've heard many bad things about airbnb, so I'm really hesitant. Can we have a video about that (reviews, tips, advice, etc)? :)

    • @TessChristine
      @TessChristine  8 років тому +25

      It was my first time using airbnb and I had no issues. So this experience is all I have to go off of so far in regards to airbnb! I'll keep you updated if something changes :)

    • @Charlotte-sp7nx
      @Charlotte-sp7nx 8 років тому +1

      HCani i've used it a bunch of times, and there have been 1-2 bad experiences. honestly the only thing i can recommend is read the reviews!! don't just assume people are complaining, take their advice

    • @Charlotte-sp7nx
      @Charlotte-sp7nx 8 років тому +10

      HCani but personally i like it better than a hotel because of how local you are and you really get the authentic feel of the city

    • @CarinaandZara
      @CarinaandZara 8 років тому +9

      I've done Airbnb so many times! but yes i've heard bad things, dont be hesitant, always read the reviews and always speak to the hosts before hand so you have a level of certainty before you arrive at the country :) xx

    • @ashbammerlin
      @ashbammerlin 8 років тому +8

      I've used it quite a few times now in multiple countries and I've had really great experiences! I just always avoid booking anything that doesn't have any reviews and I make sure to read all of the reviews first as well.

  • @serafemao882
    @serafemao882 8 років тому +1

    My favorite travel vlog thus far. I felt as if I was watching a movie or a music video. Perfect!!!

  • @CaitlinBea
    @CaitlinBea 8 років тому +25

    Ah this was so helpful!! Loved this

  • @sweetcreaturejimin
    @sweetcreaturejimin 8 років тому +14

    Woah it looks so lovely. I love all the colors and it's great for pics and sightseeing.

  • @bonnie.yarbrough
    @bonnie.yarbrough 8 років тому +7

    Cuba is my dream place to go!💕💕
    ugh everything is so beautiful

  • @TheYouy89
    @TheYouy89 8 років тому

    I love how you're trying out this new thing, with musical intro/actual travel vlog and then tourist guide near the end. Been dying to go to Cuba for sooo long😍

  • @heyitsheidijay
    @heyitsheidijay 8 років тому +5

    That shot of the street with all of the bright cars, oh wow 😍😍

  • @ΓωγώΚατσαρού
    @ΓωγώΚατσαρού 8 років тому +1

    I love how you actually explored Habana by foot and chose so many local cafes/bars, the vlog seemed so genuine and I felt like I got a climpse of Cuba too 😍 love you guys!

  • @heystephanysuarez
    @heystephanysuarez 8 років тому +4

    Such beautiful shots of Cuba 😭😭 I love this! I never even thought about visiting Cuba before but it looks so beautiful!

  • @rachelm7543
    @rachelm7543 8 років тому

    I LOVED the tips & tricks info, would love this for all of your travel diaries, I feel like nobody does videos like this!

  • @maddieg5564
    @maddieg5564 8 років тому +13

    Please do an outfits video of everything you wore there!! 😍😍😍

  • @rianahchungh6484
    @rianahchungh6484 8 років тому

    I totally enjoy watching travel videos. It gives me the vibes from abroad whilst I'm studying and makes me so much happier. Thanks for making math revision so much better!

  • @xojeaninexo
    @xojeaninexo 8 років тому +48

    Cafe bon bon is espresso with some milk and condensed milk 😋
    I'm first and second generation Cuban and have always wanted to go see Cuba for myself but being cuban and living in America, the laws make it difficult. It's such a shame that cuba is such a beautiful country with such rich culture but the government power is what makes it so poor. A doctor makes the same wage as a garbage man. Every family gets rations of food every week depending on the family size (and its never enough) 3 eggs a week 1 can of milk for a family of 4.
    But I'm really glad you enjoyed it and saw the beauty of Cuba and it's culture. You really did a great job showing it's beauty through the camera! Thank you for the beautiful glimpse 💕 CUBA LIBRE 🇨🇺

    • @synnefia5509
      @synnefia5509 8 років тому +13

      JeanineElizabeth you can't blame Cuba's government for the fact that Cuba is poor. Cuba is poor cause USA's embargo. It's very difficult to be the only socialist country in the world. sorry for my English I'm Greek. And let me inform you that we suffer too because Usa Germany and these capitalist emperors.

    • @xojeaninexo
      @xojeaninexo 8 років тому +6

      Castro's revolution in Cuba began before the US embargo with Cuba began. The US stopped diplomatic relations with Cuba because Cuba was making trades with the soviet union which was not an ally of the United States and JFK deemed the Soviet Union dangerous and a threat. The government and Fidel's revolution is part of the problem.

    • @TurnmetoShit
      @TurnmetoShit 6 років тому

      nefeli kontogiann finally someone who knows what they're saying

  • @maybello8063
    @maybello8063 7 років тому

    I'm so happy someone made a video talking about how great my country is! I'm from Havana and I really enjoy watching this kind of videos because I can see the places that I know from another perspective. Thanks for sharing your experience and for focusing on the good aspects of my beautiful and little island💜💜💜

  • @Daniella1673
    @Daniella1673 8 років тому +4

    I love Havana!!!! Always wanted to go there ever since I saw Havana Nights ❤️

  • @jessfromdablock
    @jessfromdablock 8 років тому

    these travel videos are my favorite! they are so well filmed and beautiful and always full of such helpful tips! thank you for taking the time to make them! :)

  • @TheStacyfergie
    @TheStacyfergie 8 років тому +7

    Your outfits were to die for omg

  • @she5375
    @she5375 8 років тому

    you're the absolute sweetest tess... glad you enjoyed!!

  • @VictoriaUnderwood
    @VictoriaUnderwood 8 років тому +50

    Oh my goodness 😍 This video is so beautiful

  • @mariaabad934
    @mariaabad934 7 років тому

    It's so nice that you went to my country 😍. I can't tell you how happy it makes me that so many people want to go and liked it. It's also so cool that you did the tip for the travel. I go there every year to see my family and I love it.

  • @marielachaves13
    @marielachaves13 8 років тому +4

    Come to COSTA RICA! You will love it and Patt can get a lot of incredible photos ❤️🌴🌊☀️

  • @tedyto97
    @tedyto97 8 років тому

    This is incredibly beautifully shot haha like it's so satisfying to watch 😍 You're probably the only youtuber whose vids I thumbs up before even watching bc I just know I'll love them! Love you 💕

  • @micacuyco
    @micacuyco 8 років тому +4

    I hope you and Pat travel more this year! I love your travel vlogs!!! 🌍💖

  • @caamilavin834
    @caamilavin834 8 років тому

    I love your travel guide, I even recommended it to people that I know that is going to travel there. You do an amazing job!

  • @imkaylaroy
    @imkaylaroy 8 років тому +5

    I love Cuba! Wanna go back! This video was very cool.
    xxxxx take care

  • @monicabraun1369
    @monicabraun1369 8 років тому

    Gorgeous video!! Loved how you structured this one and gave tips and advice on how to travel there. Cuba is definitely on my list of places to go after watching :)

  • @CelinaLiya
    @CelinaLiya 8 років тому +4

    Can we just appreciate the intro here? Awesome editing work, really made me want to travel again!

  • @whatsgoodmaman
    @whatsgoodmaman 8 років тому

    Yeah you're gonna wanna make an outfit video for this trip also...need to purchase every top you wore. This video was AWESOME tess!

  • @twolala1
    @twolala1 8 років тому +16

    Omg the brown top at 2:07 I need!!! Where did u get it?

    • @twolala1
      @twolala1 8 років тому

      Nvm Just checked your insta and found it! 😊💗

  • @nelukaphotography
    @nelukaphotography 7 років тому

    Love the whole travel series ...girlie!! Don't stop making them!

  • @414MrMilwaukee
    @414MrMilwaukee 8 років тому +9

    My family is from La Habana Cuba.
    Great video

  • @SarahPaulDIY
    @SarahPaulDIY 8 років тому

    Tess this video was amazing! I'm obsessed with your travel diaries and I loved that you included advice and a chit chat, so helpful and definitely made it more personal :)

  • @taluolr
    @taluolr 8 років тому +4

    where is your necklace from that you're wearing ???????!!!!!!! i need it in my life

  • @TisaTells
    @TisaTells 4 роки тому

    Loved your blog! Think I’m also going to make one with tips and trips!!

  • @amandasotolongo9189
    @amandasotolongo9189 8 років тому +71

    My island is beautiful. ❤️

  • @LoveEnglishUK
    @LoveEnglishUK 8 років тому +2

    Love your videos Tess- really nice montage of Cuba at the beginning! Thank you :)

  • @martaolaba
    @martaolaba 8 років тому +3

    The "cafe bombón" is just regular coffe and condensed milk. We have it here in Spain too, love from here💕

  • @bbbproductions7059
    @bbbproductions7059 8 років тому

    Wow! This was like a video postcard! Stunning! I visited Cuba a long time ago but I really enjoyed it as well. The people are very friendly and the cars are so cool. I didn't enjoy the food (lacked seasoning) although I stayed at a hotel.

  • @i.canbeauty
    @i.canbeauty 8 років тому +4

    I love love loved this! Through a travel agency here in Norway, you can go to Cuba for 11 days with a full packed schedule, and that is really my dream to do once 😍

  • @arumiortiz4415
    @arumiortiz4415 8 років тому

    You always amaze me by your editing skills ! And the way you guys film, it's like artistic , fun and I just enjoy. I'm never disappointed by your videos. Congrats and keep it up !!!

  • @sarahm6002
    @sarahm6002 8 років тому +5

    Did u walk the malecón? Did u salsa dance? U have to go back and go to the beaches there. They're beautiful!!

  • @hithaishi.kushalappa
    @hithaishi.kushalappa 8 років тому

    It's been so long since you did a travel vlog! I LOOOVE your vlogs. They're so well curated :)

  • @sophialemus1546
    @sophialemus1546 8 років тому +5

    you guys should go to El Salvador! it's so beautiful

  • @almoglevyharan8223
    @almoglevyharan8223 8 років тому

    Amazing gorgeous video!! You made me really wanna go on this trip!! Amazing colors and energy! Loved it

  • @melissacarpinter7912
    @melissacarpinter7912 8 років тому +16

    Cuba is such a beautiful place 💕🙌🏽😍
    Your outfits 😍

  • @jessrose7034
    @jessrose7034 8 років тому

    I love the tips and advice after!!! its a super helpful bit after the video!! you should do a video for winter night time looks! like going out or to a party at night in the winter :)

  • @madisongrace4149
    @madisongrace4149 8 років тому +35

    the taxis!!!!!! omg I'm in love

  • @sandyyang4810
    @sandyyang4810 8 років тому

    One of your most attractive place you've been to! And your outfits are just... Insane! You're so gorgeous and lucky to travel that much.

  • @itshaleynichole
    @itshaleynichole 8 років тому +6

    This makes me miss Cuba soo much! I've been three times!

  • @stampulis
    @stampulis 7 років тому

    Great video! What's even greater is that it's recent (2017) so this info isn't outdated. I'll be travelling to CUBA from Athens, Greece and I will definitely visit that rooftop bar.."La Guarida".

  • @silcasa2
    @silcasa2 7 років тому +4

    me encantó este vlog , 😄 pusistes fotos de La habana muy hermosas ! 👌📷/ I loved this Vlog , you had put beautiful photos !!! 😍
    Presentas una Habana muy linda , porque lo es.😊😊😊😊

  • @carmenbraojos4803
    @carmenbraojos4803 8 років тому

    I'm making this trip on summer and I'm so excited!! I'll use some tips because they sound really good and useful, I hope I'll like it!!

  • @ShenellKennedy
    @ShenellKennedy 8 років тому +5

    Cuba seems like such a beautiful country! 😍😍

  • @ledesmatimepieces3937
    @ledesmatimepieces3937 8 років тому

    Omg! I love this video so much!! It reminds me of the time I went to Cuba with my boyfriend!! Such a beautiful place and the people are so nice!! I love so much your channel!

  • @Fuchsiababe
    @Fuchsiababe 8 років тому +4

    looks like I gotta add Cuba to my list of places to travel ✈✈⛵⛵
    Beautiful video!

  • @EmilyBigelow7
    @EmilyBigelow7 8 років тому

    Hey Tess, love this video and the sit down aspect at the end. It's super helpful for planning a trip!! Much love to you xo

  • @carissavalov1888
    @carissavalov1888 8 років тому +5

    Next travel spot should be Greece! My dream is to visit one day!

  • @gabrielafndzdoval
    @gabrielafndzdoval 7 років тому

    I'm Cuban and I love this! You really captured the vibe and soul of the island. ❤️❤️❤️

  • @nabiilaBee
    @nabiilaBee 8 років тому +11

    Aw this vlogs amazing really want to visit Cuba now 😍😍

  • @anagabrielateran
    @anagabrielateran 8 років тому

    My island! So beautiful. I'm so glad you enjoyed Cuba. It truly is magical in its own way.

  • @TuMadre6995
    @TuMadre6995 8 років тому +3

    going for spring break! this is so helpful, appreciate it v much

  • @ShaiBooVlogs
    @ShaiBooVlogs 7 років тому

    I watched your video about 5 times before going on my trip to Havana and all of your tips were SO helpful!! I just got back last week and had the best time in Cuba!!

  • @ShimmerySmilez3
    @ShimmerySmilez3 8 років тому +8

    Can you visit Cuba just for tourism? Which of the 12 categories did you fall under for visiting and did anyone at the border ask you or asked for proof?

    • @dimaalkharouf2219
      @dimaalkharouf2219 7 років тому

      I'm wondering this too!! Someone please help xo

    • @08anela
      @08anela 7 років тому

      no, americans can't go just for tourism. you have to get a visa and in that visa you are given 12 options to why you are visiting Cuba, and tourism is not a choice. my husband and I put down we were there to support the cuban people.. hope this is helpful for any future plans you may have to visit Cuba 😊

  • @laa7189
    @laa7189 8 років тому

    Always in love with your travel vlogs- your outfits are always on point!! 😍😍 PS: You and Patrick are legit my fav UA-cam couple!! So cute

  • @HereBeBarr
    @HereBeBarr 8 років тому +125

    Don't bring U.S Dollars to Cuba, you get a 10% fee.

    • @staranimalark609
      @staranimalark609 8 років тому +5

      she means like to take out money from your bank account in cuban money, you can do this at pretty much any international airport

    • @HereBeBarr
      @HereBeBarr 8 років тому +30

      Yes. U.S ATM cards don't work. But you should convert your money to Euros or Canadian Dollars before going, it will save you money.

    • @Navyjoy
      @Navyjoy 8 років тому

      staranimalark no she for sure said you can convert the money in Cuba later. You should convert your money to euros before as mentioned in the comment below.

    • @addycuevas343
      @addycuevas343 8 років тому

      Hey, when I went I took pesos and US dollars and I didn't notice a difference in the exchange rate. Do you have any idea why?

    • @ericarussell22
      @ericarussell22 8 років тому +1

      Theres an additional 10% fee on American dollars. When I went I brought Euros, and it was almost 1 to 1. I believe you lose $13 for every $100 exchanged to CUC.

  • @ivi122
    @ivi122 7 років тому

    Love love your travel vlogs...I think you have the best ones in You tube! The music goes so perfect with the video and your editing skills are amazing! You are beautiful, so fit and your clothing style is so cool!

  • @justineleconte
    @justineleconte 8 років тому +312

    Great video, beautiful. I just wish people who go there would also mention the "other side" of the country: no freedom of speech, total control of the press, houses/roads/cars collapsing because nothing is being done since the Castro's took power. You might miss on all that if you don't speak Spanish but if you do, it becomes obvious that the people are far from being OK but just can't afford to emigrate... Very sad.

    • @carolinaelichalt7913
      @carolinaelichalt7913 8 років тому +16

      Yeah I was just about to comment that. I got a very bittersweet feeling seeing this.

    • @carolinaelichalt7913
      @carolinaelichalt7913 8 років тому +25

      Exactly. It's so sad to see anyone who goes there say they're fascinated how much Cubans and Cuba 'look and act like they're from a different time era' ... but they don't actually research why :( makes me sad, but at least I really appreciate the fact that Tess didn't stayed at a 5 star all inclusive hotel.

    • @xoxoizzysbeauty
      @xoxoizzysbeauty 8 років тому +6

      Love that you showed off the beauty of my country! I will be uploading my own travel diary from Cuba but not from La Havana, it's from te center, Santa Clara. Anyone want to support each other? Check my my travel videos please! Ill check out yours! xoxox

    • @justineleconte
      @justineleconte 8 років тому +13

      - Hello to the courageous person commenting with no name & no picture, very brave of you. I have been to Cuba, I speak Spanish & I know people who live there. I discussed that with them and I actually follow the news - unlike you repeating arguments that you heard but never bothered to check. Last but not least, please watch your language & remain polite. Good day.

    • @justineleconte
      @justineleconte 8 років тому +10

      - you are mixing up everything. And clearly subject to pro-Castro propaganda. Before you judge, you should check both sides of the story, the truth is probably in between. Which is my country that put Castro in that situation, in your opinion? Such sentences discredit everything else you say. Fact though: Castro has been unable to reach even agricultural self-sufficiency (in a country where the weather allows for up to 3 crops per year) & went from being dependant on the UDSSR to being dependant on Venezuela - both clearly unstable regions. Cuba is doing great? The government is counting 1 peso = 1 CUC when measuring the butto inland product per person (when 1 peso is in fact one 23rd of a CUC), to try to hide their failure. 3 newspapers, all writing the exact same thing everyday. Criminality too high so they just don't measure it - problem solved. But how could the Cubans compare the news & access outside information/opinions when they barely have any access to internet (and to ALL internet) & have no independent source available? Very sad situation...

  • @acmsmilee
    @acmsmilee 8 років тому

    This video is so beautiful.
    Content and all. Great job, Tess & Pat!!

  • @ccizzles
    @ccizzles 8 років тому +4

    Please do an outfit video for everything you wore!!

  • @emicastillo847
    @emicastillo847 8 років тому +18

    what's the name of the music (song) at the beginning!?

    • @thedawex90
      @thedawex90 8 років тому +7

      i would also like to know... anyone?

    • @indiaxlovee
      @indiaxlovee 5 років тому

      Emi Castillo havana - camilla ft young thug

  • @curatedtunes
    @curatedtunes 8 років тому

    Tess, I've been following you for quite some time now, and I absolutely love your videos! This video gave me so much life when I saw it! (I'm currently in coldish Chicago) - You definitely motivated me into booking a vacation very soon 😉 thank you for your great tips!

  • @Abesaul
    @Abesaul 8 років тому +29

    *Anyone in need of some copyright-free music? Perfect for vlogs!

  • @abutterflypath9489
    @abutterflypath9489 7 років тому

    That's a great video. I like how you show your personal experience whilst being in Havana. i also love the city and I hope to go back there soon!

  • @jasmineramirez4916
    @jasmineramirez4916 7 років тому +4

    where did you get the brown tank @tesschristine