THE BEST PLACES TO VISIT VARADERO - CUBA - 4K Varadero Travel Guide

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  • @georgemeek4351
    @georgemeek4351 2 роки тому +97

    As a Canadian tourist I have vacationed 65 times in Cuba over 30 years. If you haven't been there you are missing a safe, friendly people, exciting entertainment, beautiful beaches place to vacation. this video gives you many exciting things to experience.

    • @ToucanTravellers
      @ToucanTravellers  2 роки тому +1

      Wow, you must sure love it in Cuba - and we can see why! We definitely agree with everything you said here, which is why it's important (in our opinion) to leave the resort and explore, as only then you'll really get to see how kind and down to earth people are :)

    • @thatgirl5964
      @thatgirl5964 2 роки тому +1

      What are some of the good resort with great beaches would you recommend?

    • @ToucanTravellers
      @ToucanTravellers  2 роки тому +2

      @@thatgirl5964 Hiya! It totally depends on the type of vacation you're looking for. There are so many hotels in Varadero to choose from. Are you a couple/ family/ friends?

    • @thatgirl5964
      @thatgirl5964 2 роки тому

      @@ToucanTravellers couple. Looking for something with good beach and food.

    • @brucemckeand2427
      @brucemckeand2427 2 роки тому

      How’s the food

  • @albertosilva8441
    @albertosilva8441 Рік тому +2

    Varadero is my preferred place to visit always when i goes CUBA!!!!!!!!

  • @jorgemichelcamineroabreu9152
    @jorgemichelcamineroabreu9152 Рік тому +8

    Que lindo Varadero verdad! ojala y muchos cubanos puedan vivir esa experiencia en su país como la vivió usted 👍🏾

  • @brucefiset5736
    @brucefiset5736 Рік тому +6

    I have been to Cuba 16 times and Cuban people are fantastic friendly and very honest

  • @brianmarcel8495
    @brianmarcel8495 5 місяців тому +1

    Mi tierra mi cultura mi madre patria mi todo mi ser!!! Es y sera' hasta la muerte!!!❤😊 Lo máximo!!!!

  • @Hammertime054
    @Hammertime054 Рік тому +3

    We’ve been to Cuba twice now, in fact Varadero, the Iberostar, we have also done all these excursions/trips, absolutely brilliant 👍👍👍😎🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿cant wait to go back

    • @ToucanTravellers
      @ToucanTravellers  Рік тому

      It's a very interesting country and I really hope the situation in Cuba improves for its people really soon. Thanks for the comment :)

  • @Kaygee79
    @Kaygee79 11 місяців тому +2

    I just booked the Iberostar Selection for January. Glad to get a good word for that resort on here! Looking forward to visiting and thanks for sharing all the things to do while there!

    • @ToucanTravellers
      @ToucanTravellers  11 місяців тому +1

      Glad to hear it - you'll have a great time :)

  • @MS-kf5rr
    @MS-kf5rr 25 днів тому

    Going in November. Thanks for all the suggestions! Much appreciated.

  • @AndreMartin1000
    @AndreMartin1000 2 роки тому +9

    I have never been to Varadero but after this video it goes on the list. I have traveled to Cuba and it is a really beautiful Country and people.😍💯⌚

    • @ToucanTravellers
      @ToucanTravellers  2 роки тому

      Ahhh, it's so nice to hear that it's gone on your list! We'd definitely recommend Varadero, especially if you fancy a more relaxing holiday. We absolutely adored the Cuban people 🧡

  • @FranciscoUazm
    @FranciscoUazm 6 місяців тому

    Paraíso . Cuba é FANTÁSTICA

  • @dylanredaelli0111
    @dylanredaelli0111 2 роки тому +12

    Amazing video, my mom is actually Cuban, she lived her whole life in Varadero until she met my dad and moved to Italy, I spending every summer up until I was 14 years old going to Varadero, it was the best childhood I could have ever asked for, the “Cueva de Saturno” was my favorite place, I noticed that you did dive in the cave, do they not allow you to anymore? I loved the freezing cold water of that cave, mis Varadero so much, I will always call it my second home.

    • @ToucanTravellers
      @ToucanTravellers  2 роки тому

      Hey Dylan!! Ahhh how lucky were you spending your summers in one of the best beaches in the world!! You can swim in cueva de saturno but we didn't as we forgot our bathing suits 🤭 we loved everything about Varadero, and more broadly, Cuba. The people are so kind hearted and humble and it'll always be a place forever in our hearts 😊

    • @dylanredaelli0111
      @dylanredaelli0111 2 роки тому

      @@ToucanTravellers that’s such a shame, I remember it was my favorite place to swim in, hope to go back as soon as possible, keep up the good work the videos are amazing🔥🔥

    • @ToucanTravellers
      @ToucanTravellers  2 роки тому +1

      We had the entire cave to ourselves as well 😢 nevermind, at least we got to see it in its true glory with noone else there! Thank you so much for the kind words Dylan 😊

    • @eva5601
      @eva5601 Рік тому +1

      Is your dad Italian.? I was born in Havana, and my parents left to America, when I was 2 years old, because of the communist party, in 1968.. I don't remember Cuba, because obviously at that age few people remember much. I have never visited ever since we left..I heard, that Cuban had expats from all over the world. My paternal grandfather was half Italian. I am planning on visiting Cuba soon. I want my mother to give me a tour of where she and I where born, where she met my father, etc..

    • @dylanredaelli0111
      @dylanredaelli0111 Рік тому +1

      Yep my dad is Italian and my mom Cuban, they met when my dad went to Cuba on vacation with his friends

  • @brandonrobertson4413
    @brandonrobertson4413 20 днів тому

    I was fortunate to visit Veradero cuba for my first time 2 years ago. I made frinds instantly, I have returned and am going back in a few months. I dont believe there is a better place to visit.

  • @gbrown9663
    @gbrown9663 6 місяців тому

    Been there it fantastic beautiful loved every moment

  • @workingtravelingover50
    @workingtravelingover50 2 роки тому +5

    Awesome beach. Thanks for sharing with us. Peace, love and harmony from Iceland.

    • @ToucanTravellers
      @ToucanTravellers  2 роки тому

      You're so welcome! Thank you for the love. Ps we visited your country this February and absolutely loved it. Don't forget to check out our video on the channel of you haven't already! 😊

  • @mizz_barrett7645
    @mizz_barrett7645 Рік тому +1

    Ty will be travelling there in a few days

  • @TheCelticRocker
    @TheCelticRocker 10 місяців тому +1

    Canadian Eh! We are visiting Cuba and staying in Varadero January 5th to 15th 2024. Toucan Travellers has given us some more choices of places to visit.

  • @RR-xu5xk
    @RR-xu5xk Рік тому +6

    If you are going on an all inclusive, make sure you read reviews of the resorts. Cuba is hurting when it comes to food and it is worse than ever on the resorts. Resorts are also pretty empty with a lot of the buffets and a la cartes shut down on the resorts due to lack of food and people. Even downtown Varadero is hurting. A steak place didnt have steak and no fries to be found anywhere. Hard enough to find a can of beer in a liquor store. I couldnt find any. Had to buy it from a bar if I wanted one in town for $2.60 CUC.

  • @Theexplorerlux
    @Theexplorerlux Рік тому +2

    So amazing,give some love

  • @italianlifestyle7911
    @italianlifestyle7911 2 роки тому +1

    Bellissimo posto❤

  • @XCMcard
    @XCMcard Рік тому +1

    Amazing description of this amazing city!
    We’re planning to spend my 10 days honeymoon there, in this august. I hesitate a bit about the weather in august, was told that it would rain a lot so we wouldn’t have the sunshine seen in this video ..
    What’s your thoughts on that please?

    • @ToucanTravellers
      @ToucanTravellers  Рік тому

      Hi there, congratulations on your honeymoon! :) August is rainy season in Cuba, so you can expect really high temperatures, along with heavy rain some days. The downpours never last too long, and you'll still get plenty of sunshine. Just be prepared for super hot weather in August!

  • @ChappysTikiBar
    @ChappysTikiBar 2 роки тому

    Very informative📝

  • @thahminanasmin4984
    @thahminanasmin4984 Рік тому +1

    Very insightful and it looks stunning. What was the cost and means of travel to Havana return journey ? Xxx

    • @ToucanTravellers
      @ToucanTravellers  Рік тому

      Hey Thahmina! Thanks for your message. Cost varies depending on how you decide to travel to Havana. We opted for a guided tour and recommend Cuban Compass Tours: cubancompass.com/
      We've also done a video on Havana if you want to check it out here: ua-cam.com/video/-wxave9VxYM/v-deo.html
      Hope this helps :)

  • @azzamakhal
    @azzamakhal 2 роки тому +1

    Good 👍

  • @keithhea1143
    @keithhea1143 Рік тому +1

    Hi Toucan, can you tell me which Hotel you stayed at in Varadero, did not get the name. Thanks .

    • @ToucanTravellers
      @ToucanTravellers  Рік тому

      Hi Keith, we stayed at the Iberostar Selection Varadero :) We've written a detailed guide on our blog here: worldtraveltoucan.com/iberostar-selection-varadero-review/

  • @nicolewalker3653
    @nicolewalker3653 Рік тому

    Thanks for the informative video. We are going to Havana for 3 days and Veradero for 11 nts beginning of November. Is that a nice time to go? Where is Ernest Hemingway’s bar? Can you recommend any good bars / restaurants in Havana?

    • @ToucanTravellers
      @ToucanTravellers  Рік тому

      Hi Nicole! November is Cuba's dry season, so you'll expect warm temperatures in the day that drop in the evening in November. Just pack a light jacket for the evenings. Ernest Hemingways bar is in Havana, just opposite Parque Central in old town. In terms of restaurants and bars, I'm not too sure as we only visited for the day, but we suggest looking on TripAdvisor and checking the reviews. If you're looking for a tour in Havana, we strongly recommend Cuban Compass Tours - cubancompass.com/ Enjoy your trip :)

  • @Digitaltravellingnomads
    @Digitaltravellingnomads Рік тому +1

    Can you swim in the first cave you showed? Also what time in the morning did you go into it? Thank you ☺️

    • @ToucanTravellers
      @ToucanTravellers  Рік тому

      Hey Eleanor, yes you can! We went first thing for 930am. We'd advise going as early as possible before all the tourists arrive 😊

  • @AGees
    @AGees Місяць тому

    what is the best way to travel from havanna airport to varadero? thanks?

    • @ToucanTravellers
      @ToucanTravellers  Місяць тому

      Hello, i'd suggest opting for a private transfer. Have a look online and enquire so you get an idea of prices :)

  • @keittenschannel1079
    @keittenschannel1079 2 роки тому

    Nice video! I’ll be there this friday and i’m worried about the weather..

    • @ToucanTravellers
      @ToucanTravellers  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you for the love! Ah, don't worry! It's incredibly hot there but as long as you go in and out of the sun, it'll be fine. Just make sure to take lots of water especially if you're going on trips out of the hotel. It was around the same temperature when we visited in late April and we managed - it was just a bit difficult when we did our day trips to La Habana and Matanzas! Be as long as you're prepared, you'll be fine. Have a great break away! :)

    • @keittenschannel1079
      @keittenschannel1079 2 роки тому

      @@ToucanTravellers thanks for the advice! Can’t wait to be there… i’m so excited…🥰 anyway is it better to pay cash or credit card?

  • @POTATO-ytube
    @POTATO-ytube 2 роки тому +1

    Just a question,if I’m going to Cuba from the uk how do I get a visa(am I best off buying it at the Cuban airport & what should I do about money? Take all cash & if so what currency?

    • @doug7745
      @doug7745 2 роки тому +1

      I'm from Canada. We just fill out the Visa on the plane. Check with them . And the $Euro is your best bet. Don't bring $US or US based credit cards. Bring sunblock and your bathing suit and have a blast.

    • @ToucanTravellers
      @ToucanTravellers  2 роки тому

      Hey there, you'll need to get a Cuban tourist card (www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/cuba/entry-requirements) that will need to be filled out before travel. In terms of money, as Doug correctly said below, euros are the best currency to take with you :) Let us know if you have any other questions. Susie

  • @hayd8946
    @hayd8946 2 роки тому

    Thank you very much for the video the best country Cuba

  • @robinsebastian270
    @robinsebastian270 2 роки тому +3

    Thanks for the video! would you recommend renting a car while in Cuba?

    • @ToucanTravellers
      @ToucanTravellers  2 роки тому +1

      Hey Robin! Thanks for getting in touch. We wouldn't recommend hiring a car right now in Cuba as fuel is extremely hard to get hold of across the entire country. We'd stick to taxis / private tours if possible :)

    • @serge.l.1897
      @serge.l.1897 2 роки тому

      an diedever rent a car or anything else on wheels. Communist country, get into an accident and hell is at your door. One man was in a small boat and hit another, a woman died and that man couldn't leave the country for over a year. You need a lot of money to stay in Cuba for a year! Just don't rent anything at all, I mean it! And if in an excursion (maybe a jeep) don't drive the vehicle, say you have no driving permit.

    • @rosemarybell7681
      @rosemarybell7681 2 роки тому

      No because roads are bad and ypu must book before you leave, its hard to find a car once you ate there

    • @eva5601
      @eva5601 Рік тому

      @@rosemarybell7681 When my mother visits, she said she hires a person who owns a classic car, taxi. She states, that if she rents a car, which is communist government owned the government keeps the money. And as Cubans who hate communism, would hate doing that. Just ask around to get information on who owns a personal taxi.

  • @YanaYana-v6n
    @YanaYana-v6n 2 роки тому

    Thanks))

  • @kresnatongson1297
    @kresnatongson1297 Рік тому

    What mode of transportation did you use to travel

    • @ToucanTravellers
      @ToucanTravellers  Рік тому +1

      Hi! We got taxis and did private tours to Matanzas and Havana :)

    • @kresnatongson1297
      @kresnatongson1297 Рік тому

      @@ToucanTravellers thank you , going there next week is the private tours readily accessible or we need to book it online

    • @ToucanTravellers
      @ToucanTravellers  Рік тому

      We would definitely advise booking. Not sure how busy it is over there right now, but highly suggest prebooking to avoid disappointment 😊 here's the link to the tour company we recommend : cubancompass.com/

  • @accordingtodebora
    @accordingtodebora 2 роки тому +1

    It'd be great to have prices. How much was the taxi to Havana return? Where did you book it? How much was the river boat tour .? What supplier? What company to the island

    • @ToucanTravellers
      @ToucanTravellers  2 роки тому

      Hi Debora, sure thing:
      1. We opted for a full day tour to Havana from Varadero. We'd suggest booking with Cuban Compass Tours for this and they'll be able to give you more information on prices if you're looking for a guided tour. For taxis alone, I'm not too sure on prices.
      2. You can refer to our in depth article on the catamaran boat tour to Cayo Blanco here, where we give in depth information about the excurison: worldtraveltoucan.com/cayo-blanco-guide/
      Hope this helps

    • @RR-xu5xk
      @RR-xu5xk Рік тому +1

      On resorts, I think you can get a tour for $70CAD each which gives you a tour of Havana, lunch and gives you some time to do your own thing. Bus usually leaves the hotel early morning and comes back in the evening. There is a bus station in downtown Varadero where you can get a bus. I think one person told me it was $9 CUC but not sure if that was just one way or not. This is info from Nov 2022.

  • @angeliclight-h8h
    @angeliclight-h8h Місяць тому

    how is the food ?

  • @angeliclight-h8h
    @angeliclight-h8h Місяць тому

    how is the food is it good?

    • @brandonrobertson4413
      @brandonrobertson4413 20 днів тому

      Depends on your expectations. On the resorts, its plain, but good. There are very good restaurants if you venture out. Veradero, Havana, Mantanzas

  • @lassknebel3118
    @lassknebel3118 Рік тому

    Did you have any issues with respect to mosquitos in Varadero?

    • @ToucanTravellers
      @ToucanTravellers  Рік тому

      Hi, we didn't see tonnes of mosquitos around the resort and Varadero area, no. But as with many destinations, mosquitos thrive in humid temperatures, so as long as you bring high quality bug spray (with deet) you'll be just fine :)

    • @lassknebel3118
      @lassknebel3118 11 місяців тому

      ​@@ToucanTravellers Perfect, thank you!

  • @niravpatel8590
    @niravpatel8590 2 роки тому

    I will be there this Friday any suggestions for that?

    • @ToucanTravellers
      @ToucanTravellers  2 роки тому

      Hi Nirav! What is it that you're after? We've highlighted the top things to do in the video, but if you have any specific questions, then please let me know :) Susie

    • @niravpatel8590
      @niravpatel8590 2 роки тому

      @@ToucanTravellers which food must bring there? Which restaurant and cafe is well known? Any travel tips regarding hot weather

    • @ToucanTravellers
      @ToucanTravellers  2 роки тому +1

      @@niravpatel8590 Are you staying at a hotel, or a casa? When you mean food, what do you mean? With regards to restaurants in Varadero, you can check these out on TripAdvisor (www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Restaurants-g147275-Varadero_Matanzas_Province_Cuba.html) have a look and depending on what you're after, I'm sure you'll be able to find something. In terms of the hot weather - just make sure to drink lots of water as June is extremely hot. Take plenty of sun screen (and pack extra, as you won't be able to find these in Cuba) lots of after sun. We'd recommend packing more than necessary in terms of essential toiletries too.

    • @niravpatel8590
      @niravpatel8590 2 роки тому

      @@ToucanTravellers thanks for help, I will be coming from air Canada package at iberostar bella visa at varadero.

  • @NebahatMogultay-l7m
    @NebahatMogultay-l7m 3 місяці тому

    Which hotel?

  • @kevinpurcell4201
    @kevinpurcell4201 2 роки тому

    Great video. I’m sold! Is the start of October a good time to go? Or is there a lot of rain ?

    • @ToucanTravellers
      @ToucanTravellers  2 роки тому

      Hey Kevin! October is actually a great time to visit. It's slightly cooler and there's little rain fall too 😊

    • @eva5601
      @eva5601 Рік тому

      For sure do not visit in December, March. It rains much during those months.

    • @howzejanae
      @howzejanae Рік тому +1

      @@eva5601 what about early june I was going to go June 1st-5th

    • @eva5601
      @eva5601 Рік тому

      @@howzejanae I asked my mom who was born, and lived there, until the age of 29, and she said, that those days of the month of June don't have rain, and the temperature are mild. After the 20th of June, the temperature starts to rise, and it's very hot, in the month of July, and August, in Havana. No rain in April, May, and June. For some reason it does rain on June,13Th, in Havana. She doesn't know about other provinces, though. I asked about October, which someone posted as a nice time to go, and she stated, that there maybe hurricanes, during that month, since it's hurricane season from August-October. I hope that helps. 🥰

  • @georgiospapadopoulos4811
    @georgiospapadopoulos4811 2 роки тому

    How did you rent a car in Cuba??

    • @ToucanTravellers
      @ToucanTravellers  2 роки тому +1

      Hey Georgios! We didn't rent a car in Cuba, we just went on private tours outside of Varadero (eg to Matanzas and La Habana) We wouldn't recommend renting a car due to the ongoing situation of gas shortage in the country. Susie

    • @georgiospapadopoulos4811
      @georgiospapadopoulos4811 Рік тому

      @@ToucanTravellers how did you booked the tour with the boat?could you please give me some information please?it will be helpful

  • @rolandomonzon9138
    @rolandomonzon9138 Рік тому +1

    It's a shame that cuban people can't enjoy their country! The communist regime! Goal is to keep them as poor as possible, average salary 15 dollars a month. Left cuba 20 years ago looking for Freedom! Freedom! Is what my cubans brother need!

    • @blackmamba5593
      @blackmamba5593 Рік тому

      Lol maybe US sanctions to blame? They want to keep anyone who doesn’t want to be their slave as poor as possible.

    • @hectormederos355
      @hectormederos355 Рік тому

      That is true. This chanel not is interested by cuban people. 1058 prissioners in jail just for ask freedom and they doing propaganda to left money to the military, owners of this hotels.

  • @davidcoleman2796
    @davidcoleman2796 Рік тому +1

    I have been to Cuba a few times . It is perfect for a single man . Why take sand to the beach . Lol.

  • @patbrennan6572
    @patbrennan6572 Рік тому +2

    You need special medical coverage in Cuba and it can be fairly expensive, I think that will hurt their economy a lot.

  • @Cryptan_666
    @Cryptan_666 Рік тому +1

    How much tours in varadero?

    • @ToucanTravellers
      @ToucanTravellers  Рік тому

      Tours vary depending on the packages, where you want to go and the company. We went with Cuban Compass Tours and our guide, Alejandro was incredible. You can enquire about costs etc on their website here: cubancompass.com/
      Here's the link to their TripAdvisor page so you can see their reviews: www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attraction_Review-g147275-d4961057-Reviews-Cuban_Compass_Tours-Varadero_Matanzas_Province_Cuba.html

    • @Cryptan_666
      @Cryptan_666 Рік тому

      @@ToucanTravellers muchos gracias

  • @Freemano8
    @Freemano8 Рік тому

    Cuba is my destination this summer so Im trying to get the more information so I can enjoy my trip this summer , 🤍

    • @ToucanTravellers
      @ToucanTravellers  Рік тому

      Hope you have a wonderful time - if you have any further questions, or would like to know more, then do let us know :) Susie