Nine Things They Don’t Tell You About Traveling to Cuba
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- Опубліковано 10 вер 2024
- Nine Things They Don’t Tell You About Traveling To Cuba
9-U.S. bank-issued credit and debit cards are a no-go in Cuba.
Bringing more money than you think you'll need is essential to enjoying your trip. Remember: when it comes to Americans, money and Cuba, what you have is all you are going to have so be sure to plan how you intend to spend you money wisely.
P.S. Tipping in USD is preferred and always appreciated
8-Need to use a public restroom in Cuba? Be sure to have a bit of CUP on hand.
If you forget, the little Cuban lady attending to the bathroom will be sure to remind you to contribute a speck of change. Oh and bring toilet tissue!
You can thank me later.
7-One of the best ways to memorialize your trip to Cuba is to buy original art at one of Cuba's unique art spaces.
Cuba is a colorful country. Art that captures the energy and vibe of the island is a keepsake that will remind you of your trip for years to come.
6-Shopping in
independently-owned stores & boutiques is a great way to support the Cuban people.
If shopping is your thing, there are lots of amazing independent shops in and around Havana. Many support Cuban craftspeople and artisans living on the island. If you intend to shop 'til you drop, remember to bring U.S. dollars that are new and in excellent condition.
5-Avoid riding the public bus when in Havana unless being pickpocketed is
something you want to add to your itinerary.
Getting around by bicitaxi, colectivo or private taxi is safer, easier and much more efficient.
4-Regardless of the quantity, cigars 8 rum are a no-go when returning to the U.S. from Cuba.
The only exception to this rule are the cigars you buy from the tobacco farms in the Viñales countryside. Purchasing anything else may subject the cigars to confiscation once you return to the States.
3-One of the best ways to support the Cuban people is to patronize independent businesses.
Cubans are not looking for a handout. Just like you and me, they want to be paid for their expertise, hard work and the experiences they provide to those visiting the island. Working directly with independent entrepreneurs is the best way to support the Cuban people.
2-Bring every toiletry
AND prescription you
THINK you might possibly need during your trip.
Chances are pretty high that what you leave behind won't be found on the island. Bringing everything you need (however remotely) is essential to a great trip.
Ladies, regardless of the time of month, bring sanitary napkins and/or tampons. This is not a packing step you'll want to skip. #thankmelater
1-Most hotels in Cuba are off-limits to Americans
(and those under
American jurisdiction).
Booking an Airbnb or casa particular is a great way to comply with the laws while creating a deeper more authentic Cuba travel experience.
#AbsolutelyCuba
Been to Cuba 21 times. Travelled cuban buses, trucks and illegal taxis many times without incidents, but never been to havana. Trinidad is a much better destination then havana to see the real Cuba. Cayo Santa Maria for the best beaches. Real artist artifacts are rare in Cuba, most everything is made in production lines. When you meet cubans ask them to take you to a real artist. Buy your cigars in government shops only. Like anywhere else in this crazy world, pick-up a hooker and you might be missing something from your room the next morning. If you rent a car or a scooter, take pictures of all damages before leaving the rental place, you should do this anywhere in the world. Have fun, Cuba is one of the safest country in the world.
Thanks for your feedback im Cuban 🇨🇺🔌💯
@@yourcubanplug I know bros🤝 I love your country. It changed my attitude and how I view life. Your people are proud people and they showed me to have fun when its time, even when your sad or in a bad situation, because time never comes back. They can take away a lot of stuff but they can't take your attitude and hapiness 😉
“The safest” 🤦♀️
@@GabbyRoseDaRat Rat fits you perfectly. Cuba is the most beautiful nation in the world.
@@GabbyRoseDaRat Not to me. But it is awesome place to visit.
10. Bring a gift (soap, bed sheets, perfume/cologne) for the casa particular host.
For the people in the Community, casa particular host they have access to all this Cuban people in the neighborhoods they don't
I will say my opinion is dont go at all. 😢 I think is vert dirty place and they look like lazy cause it is destruction every where.
That's why Cuba is awesome, it is not full of American crime, drugs, homelessness and nastiness..these are genuine people with big hearts and souls!
Thanks you right 🇨🇺💯👌🏿
Uh you know it's a communist place right? Nothing even belongs to you, the government can just take it from you. My mom was born there
And socialism! 🚩💪
so why is there pickpocketing
@@katrinamack444 there is much worse than pick pocketing
I love Cuba.
🇨🇺🔌💯
Great video, but why are the words taken down so fast? Have to rewatch to see all the text
Thanks for watching and for your feedback.
Shorts Videos are only 60 Seconds so I have to make sure I got all the info in that period of Time.
Keep up the good work bro 🔥🔥
Thanks bro 👍🏿💪🏿🇨🇺🔌💯
So if I cant use american issued cards, then should I bring dollars and exchange it there local currency? Planning to go to Cuba in September.
Yess bring Cash and exchange it into pesos,do not exchange at the Airport the rate isn't Good
@@yourcubanplug Thank you so much 🧡
@@kty8787 Anytime anything else you
Need to know about Cuba let me know
Do they have stores or house currency exchange places in the streets ? We want to go some time next year.... we have a four year old toddler too. Any recommendations or suggestions you can send us ? Thanks in advance !! @yourcubanplug
@@honeybun3417 Yes they do have stores, For currency exchange use your Taxi driver or Airbnb Host they are going to give you a bettter rate. Feel free to email me at any time I can help you plan your trip yaditheplug@gmail.com.
Great Video! with Great Info.
I did all 9
🙌🏿🇨🇺💯 Great
Do how the heck do Americans survive in Cuba?
Is always a way to get around specially if you have local that guide you through in Cuba
What do you mean survive? Crime is virtually non existent and US currency goes far. There economy is messed up mainly due to the US embargo but it's not the hell scape US propaganda makes people think it is.
What do you mean survive? Crime is virtually non existent and US currency goes far. There economy is messed up mainly due to the US embargo but it's not the hell scape US propaganda makes people think it is.
Looking for a Good Guide in Havana in 2 weeks anymore have a referral?
Send me a DM for Tours and Consultations to my What's App
+53 53828920
Im from cuba
Cubans should denounce communism so they can enjoy having a world leading economy and enjoy the riches that come with it
So is my mom ❤️🇨🇺
I will be there to morrow 😝
Cool lets meet up for a drink
@@yourcubanplugyou live in Cuba?
@@yourcubanplugalso do Cubans have access to common internet apps such as UA-cam instagram facebook etc
Or do you have to use VPN
@@Z-Playz22 Yes I do live in Cuba
What is CUP?
CUP is the Cuban Pesos the National Currency of Cuba 🇨🇺
Who are they...these they your talking about?
Do you have WhatsApp I want to plan a trip back to cuba
Yes I do Send me a DM to
+53 53828920
you mean bring only cash?
If you coming from United States of América yes that's what i mean,only cash will work for you Cash is King.
Because the American Cards don't work in Cuba 🇨🇺
As a Mexican, are Cubans friendly to the Mexicans visiting Cuba? 🇲🇽 🫱🏻🫲🏽 🇨🇺
Everyone is welcome in Cuba with open arms, as a Cuban I can tell the best of the Country has is his people. I been in México for a while and I can tell the same about the people.
Thanks 🫱🏻🫲🏽
Honestly I'd be more scared in Mexico than Cuba, Mexicans are friendly but Mexico has some real bad problems with crime and in Cuba is virtually non existent.
Honestly I'd be more scared in Mexico than Cuba, Mexicans are friendly but Mexico has some real bad problems with crime and in Cuba is virtually non existent.
Why are the hotels off limits to Americans?
Because all Hotels are Own by the State and if you travel understand Support of the Cuban People you suppose to spend your money with the local staying at Airbnb owns by Cubans not to the Government eating at local Restaurants using locals guide when you go to the Hotel money go to the Cuban regime
I believe it is said the hotels are financed/run by the Cuban military and the U.S.Gov't does not want $ going into that...
US intelligence agents and terrorist backed by the U.S.
“They” say hotels 🏨 are off limits. I’ve stayed twice at a hotel and paid cash. America may care but the Cuban hotel doesn’t.
You are Right Cuban Government Doesn't Care they want the Dollars $$$.
But USA Government can fine their Citizens for stay at Cuban Own Government Hotels.They have a list of the restricted entities .
Why there no modern cars?
Cuban doesn't have a Car Industry and Import Car is only allowed by the Government, we have modern cars in Cuba just the number is very low.
Check this video for more info:
ua-cam.com/users/shortsdAkMtRtqtSg?si=yv_Te253LQswCz-o
The embargo imposed by the US on Cuba made them lose access to car parts, so they conserved the quality of their antique cars.
@@noon2230 The Embargo has nothing to do with import Cars or parts the Cuban Government has restrictions and highs fees that made very har to import Cars only the Cuban Government can Import Cars
@noon2230 ua-cam.com/users/shortsWjyyzPLq1yQ?si=tb7CW1ltxTstAGx6
Check this video you can see modern cars imported from the US in the last years only by the government family and close friends.
A lot of Police cars I see in videos of Cuba look new and perhaps of European origin..🚗🚙 ??.
Who knew communism would be so nice
Well 🙄, it's not Communism, it's Socialism, Communism is the goal, Socialism is the first steps towards the goal.
Well 🙄, it's not Communism, it's Socialism, Communism is the goal, Socialism is the first steps towards the goal.
Don’t travel to Cuba till it’s free!!!! Please
it is free
It's also a communist country
@@zacnieprawisz9171, it's not free if Cubans can't leave, and there's no free speech?
It's up to the Cubans to free themselves from their oppressive Communist regime--they have enough experience to make another Revolution.
@dustymiller65 Agree 100%
Wow since I’m Cuban ima go in a hotel in front of you Americans 🗿🍷
Americans don't care?
Do Not travel to Cuba until it’s Free if you do travel to cuba you are an accomplice of Cuban dictatorship/regime period.
The reigime that took away the sugar plantations of monopolists who then fled to florida and still crying over it
the cubans in miami are the real menace to all latinos not the poor cubans in cuba who are just barely making ends meet . let there be free trade to uplift them
I’m an American, I go where I want to go
@@StrykosBraavos, from my understanding, Cuban Americans despise the Cuban government because of the horrible treatment of the Cuban people in Cuba?
Free the indigenous americans first