Safety info for Cuba:
General: Reasonable in tourist areas.
Watch Out: Pickpocketing in crowded bars.
Scams: Overpriced bar touts.
Stay smart, stay safe.
Common scams in Cuba
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I was there in March and prices were slightly higher.
Spent about $118/day all-in. Quality was excellent.
My tip: midweek is golden hour.
Spent about $118/day all-in. Quality was excellent.
My tip: midweek is golden hour.
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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I'd rate it similarly. Solid 7/10 destination.
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Adding my experience from February.
The scene has changed a bit since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more online activity.
The scene has changed a bit since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more online activity.
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26 Mar 2026 at 10:37
Agreed on all points. Make sure to use a VPN.
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26 Mar 2026 at 12:18
Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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Spot on with the prices. That matches what I paid in February.
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26 Mar 2026 at 17:29
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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26 Mar 2026 at 22:42
This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since the new laws came in. Current prices are higher than what's described here.
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Did you use dating apps or find girls at clubs?
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Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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27 Mar 2026 at 03:02
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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27 Mar 2026 at 05:50
+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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27 Mar 2026 at 06:31
This matches my experience. Cuba is underrated.
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27 Mar 2026 at 06:38
100% agree. The value is hard to beat.
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Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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