Curls in Cuba
Havana was a truly beautiful place. The people, the culture, the ambiance was amazing. I was a little hesitant to go after hearing the lack of what we consider necessities such as Wi-Fi and the ability to swipe a card. However, I pushed thru and went and thoroughly enjoyed my trip. Here are some 21 tips or ideas that can be helpful on your next trip. 1. It’s okay to check a bag. I had heard it took 2-3 hours to get your bag. I went with a group of 10 and over half of us checked a bag. The most one of us waited for our bags was 45 minutes. I think this was the case earlier when travel from the US initially opened, but not the case now. 2. Bring toilet paper. Your hotel/Airbnb will have some, most other places will not or you will have to pay to get some. 3. Bring enough cash. Your American credit/debit cards are useless here4. Negotiate your taxi fare (from airport and anywhere else) before getting into cab. I paid $25 to travel from airport to Vedado and $10 to travel from Vedado to Old Havana. Anything more than that is a rip off. Go to the next cab until someone gives you a decent rate. 
5. CUC’s and CUP’s are not the same. Make sure you know the difference between the two6. Art is a budget on its own. If you are some sort of an art fanatic, you will love the San Jose Market. I didn’t bring enough cash to get all the artwork I wanted, but don’t worry, I’ll be back.
5. CUC’s and CUP’s are not the same. Make sure you know the difference between the two6. Art is a budget on its own. If you are some sort of an art fanatic, you will love the San Jose Market. I didn’t bring enough cash to get all the artwork I wanted, but don’t worry, I’ll be back.
Cocoa Curls