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Varadero, the largest sun and beach tourism destination in Cuba

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Varadero is considered the most important sun and beach destination in Cuba. Its main natural heritage can be appreciated in the paradisiacal coastline of more than twenty kilometers along its coast, where a strip of fine white sand combines in a fascinating way with the spectacular turquoise waters of the Caribbean.

The Top 10 of the Best Tourist Places in Cuba to visit.

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On your trip to Cuba visit the beautiful city of Varadero. Located in the province of Matanzas, about two hours from Havana-Cuba, is considered the closest point to the United States, bordering the city of Florida.

Destinations for Hiking in Cuba

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Trekking in Pinar del Río: The province of Pinar del Río is perfect for hiking and trekking since here the original flora and fauna of the island is well preserved. Together with Varadero and Trinidad, Pinar del Río is one of the most visited destinations in the country. It is full of interesting sites: it has the largest underground cave system in Latin America, the Soroa Botanical Garden with its spectacular Orchid Garden and the "Valle de Viñales" declared World Heritage by UNESCO, a peculiar valley of the island because of its mountainous formations, (mogotes). Everything is perfect for the enjoyment of an excellent vacation practicing the Hiking (Trekking).

The 5 Best Tourist Places in Cuba

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Discover the beauty of its landscapes, through the following selection of the best tourist places in Cuba, spectacular scenarios among paradisiacal beaches, colonial cities, mangrove forests and Caribbean islands.

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Founded about 1519 on Cuba’s north-western shore, Old Havana has maintained a remarkable unity of character through its adherence to its original urban layout. Urban pl

Mountain tourism in Cuba, climbing and hiking

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Cuba is an island in the middle of the Caribbean, surrounded by sea and covered with green. Much of its territorial extension is populated with vegetation and places suitable for nature tourism, including the coastlines that have given beaches such as Varadero in Matanzas, Playas del Este in Havana or Maguana in Baracoa, etc.\

Cayo Levisa, one of the paradises of Cuba

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Located on the north coast of Pinar del Río and only 2 km from the mainland, this small island (Cayo, as it is known in Cuba) has only a surface area of 2.5 km² but has a magnificent beach that extends throughout its entire North coast in a length of 2500 meters and with the magic of its relative isolation since it only connects with land through boats.

El Nicho, one of the wonders of Cuba

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El Nicho is one of the most beautiful natural sites on the Island of Cuba located in the Guanayara Park, belonging to the mountains of the Sierra del Escambray, natural ponds and dozens of waterfalls that make up a total of 60 km² of extension and diverse vegetation composed of more than 65 endemic species.

The best dive sites in Cuba

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From Havana to the most exotic keys, the island of Cuba provides 5,700 kilometers of coastline and a place to dive in almost every one of them. In addition, about 4,200 islets must be added. The tropical climate and an average water temperature of 26 degrees make it more than suitable for diving at any time of the year with lycra or suits only three millimeters thick.

The best beaches in Cuba (beyond Varadero)

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Imagine the ideal beach. White sand, shining sun, turquoise sea ... Do you have it? Now add a straw umbrella and extend the kilometers of beach to beyond what you can see, and you will have the draft of the most beautiful beaches in Cuba. And if the first thing you think about is in Varadero and in that the “all-inclusive” concept is not your thing, don't despair: Cuba offers a range of beach possibilities, including many without the need for a neon wristband. The mojito, however, is not optional.

What to do in Santiago de Cuba

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If you ask me how many days it takes to get to know Santiago de Cuba, I would say a minimum of two and a maximum of four, but it always depends on the activities you want to do. Many excursions can be made from Santiago and it is a very interesting region. We stayed 3 nights and 4 days (the first day we arrived and we settled, the last one only left, we did nothing, so two full days in total).

Guide to visit Santiago de Cuba

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Santiago de Cuba is one of the most welcoming cities in Cuba. The people of Santiago, curious, receive the tourist with an avalanche of questions. Varied architecture, culture and places with history are the ingredients that await you at the eastern end of the island. And so you don't miss anything, we have prepared this Guide to visit Santiago de Cuba with everything you may need: where to sleep, what to do, how to get around the city and some gastronomic recommendations.

When is the best time to travel to Cuba?

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If you want to go to Cuba guided by the best weather period, consider the dry season that runs from November to April. But since this period corresponds to the high tourist season, your travel budget will risk more expensive, compared to the low season travel budget.

What to do in Cuba to have incredible vacations

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Cuba is a Caribbean country, unique in the world. Due to its political system and isolation, Cuba lives differently and at a different rate. When you plan your trip to this country, you will see that in addition to having to take into account some things, there are plenty of beautiful tourist sites and others away from the tourist radar that is worth knowing. In this article I share some of the many things to do in Cuba so you have an amazing vacation.

Hire mandatory travel insurance to go to Cuba

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If you need travel insurance, I recommend that you check the price of travel insurance to Cuba from IATI Insurance, with a 5% discount for our readers, with which you will have a safe holiday, with extensive medical and repatriation coverage, and All the advice you need so you never feel alone.

Enjoy the best diving trips in Cuba

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The beautiful island of Cuba has a lot to offer us, especially for diving enthusiasts: almost 6000 kilometers of coastline, and a water temperature that, on average, is around twenty-six degrees, allows us to discover one of the best places in the world to live really unique experiences underwater. Of course, before starting this wonderful adventure, it is important to get the necessary certificates; which are obtained in different diving schools.

The best places to visit in Cuba

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Habana Havana is the best. Despite the decaying air of the city, it is easy to feel the greatness of the Cuban capital. In its heyday, it must have been the most beautif

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Adventure in Cuba

Varadero, the largest sun and beach tourism destination in Cuba

The Top 10 of the Best Tourist Places in Cuba to visit.

Destinations for Hiking in Cuba

The 5 Best Tourist Places in Cuba

Outstanding Universal Value

Mountain tourism in Cuba, climbing and hiking

Cayo Levisa, one of the paradises of Cuba

El Nicho, one of the wonders of Cuba

The best dive sites in Cuba

The best beaches in Cuba (beyond Varadero)

What to do in Santiago de Cuba

Guide to visit Santiago de Cuba

When is the best time to travel to Cuba?

What to do in Cuba to have incredible vacations

Hire mandatory travel insurance to go to Cuba

Enjoy the best diving trips in Cuba

The best places to visit in Cuba

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