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Learn more about Cuba
Post by admin on Jan 25, 2007, 7:30am


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On our visit to the Botanical Gardens outside of Havana, I had hoped to visit the 'Theme Park', which was close by. Despite it being a weekend it was closed. I did, however, manage to get a photograph of a looping roller coaster there. It looks in mint condition too, surprisingly for Cuba. It just does seem to fit in with Cuba does it?

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:)Here is a question for all......it seem that some people visit friends on other resorts (other than where they are staying)....what is the cost to visit another resort for a day? Does anyone know? Is it totally outragous or reasonable?


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Banes profiting from the Energy Revolution


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David, Your information is terrific. In fact, I am now looking at the Melia Las Dunas for Easter period.


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Just posting this for information so everyone can see the charges involved when using your credit or debit cards in Cuba.


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WOW, the Cuban Tourist Board in Toronto is getting their ears talked off over the issue of charging tax based on luggage weight.


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Well as I told you last week, my best friend (Canadian) and his Cuban wife flew down to Havana last Sunday night with Cubana from Toronto. I had asked him to specifically note the procedures with Cuban Customs upon arrival. He has been in and out of Havana over 50 times so he is very experienced with Aduana. Well it’s NOT a pretty picture. It’s become downright UGLY in fact......


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I was wondering if the airport is air conditioned because I was planning on wearing jeans on the plane. Also, if I do this am I going to find a bathroom suitable for changing in?


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Hi all ...great board! :) I'm interested in going to Cuba for the first time in April. I've been looking at resorts offered in Holguin, Cayo Coco and Varadero. I've come across "Hotel Villa Cuba" ...with Signature ..out of Halifax. They're offering "rooms" or "casa" ...could somebody tell me what is a "casa" ... I thought maybe it was a villa ...but, I'm not sure. Anything you can tell me about this resort would be appreciated! Thanks! 8-)


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Great site ...lots of info here for a newbie like me to Cuba.


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Having had some experience with the Cuban medical system, We would not hesitate receiving medical care in Cuba


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For those who may be interested here is a Google Earth map of part of Banes.


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I have to ask Bellagio: What about meals? You said that you could get meals at the Casa but are there any restaurants nearby? What would the usual Cuban meal in Banes consist of? Are there local fruits and vegetables that are fairly easy to come by? With the difficulty in finding a consistent supply of meat and poultry is fish a staple? Does a Cuban need a license to fish to provide food for his/her family? Staying in a resort for two weeks with a good supply of food seems to draw lots of negative comments. What is it like living on the average Cuban's diet for 2 weeks?

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Ken, it's lovely to have you back! Can't wait to hear about your most recent adventures.


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Hi gang. As promised here is a rundown of our trip. Kinda like a review and will be long, but you did ask...also I will post pics separately


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A few weeks back I said that I would never mention resort staff names in a post as I did not think it was correct to do so without their permission. I discussed this with several of my resort worker friends on my recent stay and everyone one of them disagreed with me. They all said provided the post was positive and in no way critical they were thrilled to know that their names were being mentioned on the internet.


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As far as my friends are concerned Christmas Day is just another day. New Year is the 'big event'. I did see several houses with small to medium sized decorated artificial Christmas trees but I was assured they are there for the New Year celebration. Everybody wears something new for the New Year. I'll report back, with photos, on what should be a very eventful, day on my return.

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I saw this turtle tied with a piece of red string one morning. Apparently the turtle lives in the water tank, and they drink, as well as cook and wash with this water. Apparently her doctor had recommended her to get a turtle and put it in the tank as it would help keep the water clean by eating all the flies and other insects in the water.


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You know while everyone jokes about the "suicide showers", I can tell you that after 5 years of ONLY using them in Cuba, I've never had a single problem.... or tingle.


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I learned so much about Cuba and not all good I can tell you. The Casa route may not be for everyone - I really think you need to have Cuban friends if you are staying put in one place for two weeks.