Cuba

The largest island nation in the Caribbean, where vintage cars, colonial towns, cigars, music and white-sand beaches blend into a unique atmosphere.

Cuba is the largest island nation in the Caribbean, lying at the entrance to the Gulf of Mexico. Its signature destinations include Old Havana's colonial architecture and seafront Malecón, the well-preserved colonial town of Trinidad, the karst valleys and tobacco fields of Viñales, the long white-sand beach of Varadero, and music-filled Santiago de Cuba. November to April is the cool, dry season, while June to November calls for attention to hurricanes. The main international gateway is Havana's José Martí Airport, and Varadero and other places also have international flights. Before traveling, check the special rules on visas, currency and internet access.

Destinations

• Havana
• Santiago de Cuba
• Varadero
• Trinidad, Cuba
• Viñales
• Baracoa
• Cienfuegos
• Santa Clara
• Zapata Peninsula & Bay of Pigs

Itineraries

• Classic Western & Central Cuba – A loop from Havana covering the valley, Bay of Pigs, Cienfuegos, Trinidad, and Santa Clara.
• Havana, Central Colonial Towns & Varadero – Travel from Havana through three central towns, ending with the beaches of Varadero.
• Havana & Viñales Valley – Two nights in the valley and one night in the Old Town to see colonial streets, karst hills, and tobacco farms with min…