Havana's Iconic Graveyard...

Christopher Columbus Graveyard In Havana 🇨🇺

Established in late 19th century is the most important cemetery in the Island.

With around 56 hectares is a proper neighborhood within the city.

I'm not going to tell you all about its characteristics and history here.

You may read a more reliable source. (Wikipedia) a find out more on it.

What I'm trying to tell you is that if you visit Havana one day don't miss a visit to this particular place.

Here are a couple of pictures taken with my phone that I hope you enjoy.

You can find more on our FB and Instagram accounts.

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It's very easy to get to Christopher Columbus Cemetery in Havana. The touristic bus has a stop right there.

Cost of this bus is 10USD (only electronic purchase)

Or by taxi and walking. 

At this moment I writting there is no entrance fee set on. So, it's FREE to visit.

But if you'd like to take a guided tour of Christopher Columbus Cemetery, get in touch with us!⬇️

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What You Need To Know About Money In Cuba Right Now

 This is what you need to know before you travel to Cuba now!

I'd like to share some tips about money with you.

Sounds good to you?

You should bring CASH. In Cuba CASH is king!

Make sure before you go to have enough CASH. More than you think you will need!

Arrange with your bank to provide small notes (5;10;20;50). Avoid 100s if it's possible...

Yes, you may bring USD, but I'd rather recommend € . It's the most convinient currency as long as it's the most demanded in the country.

Why CASH?

Because you will need it to pay meals, drinks, snacks, transport and all private services.

No need to change into local currency (CUP) unless you feel like or need to have some pocket money to spend.

Be awared that you don't need to always pay in local currency. Ask before hand if they accept USD or €.

The answer will be YEEES!

Want to know my last recommendation?

You should not forget to bring your money cards (credit or debit).

Make sure they have no connection to US banks (Call your bank to find out)

Why money card?

Cause you will need it to pay for meals, drinks excursions, hotel services, transfers all provided by government-owned businesses and hotels.

All the transactions on government-owned places are electronic.

Please, don't forget those two things. 

It will help you avoid unwanted experiences over your trip to Cuba!

Get in touch for more information ⬇️ vac2cuba@gmail.com

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When to Travel to Cuba…Best Dates…Avoid the Highest Prices and Overcrowded Facilities

If you want to know the perfect date for your vacation in Cuba, look here!

When Cuba? – It`s okay that we sometimes cannot fix exact dates due to work, business or family availability. But, what about traveling on the right time?
Just keep an eye on the following…

The Best Dates in the High Season for your Holidays in Cuba!
-November the 1^st until the 30^th. Great time. It`s just the beginning of the high season.
-January the 3rd to the 20<sup>th</sup>. After the new year`s eve, traveling to destinations drop. People are returning instead!
-March. It`s the month following the high season peak. Prices drop compared to February.
-April, after Easter, is also a good time, although it can be a littler humid and windy!
November to April is Cuba`s high tourist season, a time when planeloads of Canadians and Europeans arrive in pursuit of the southern sun.
Notice that the very high peak takes place on February. Facilities do become over-crowded at Christmas, New Year, Saint Valentine and Easter!
The weather is perfect for the beach, the sun, and all kind of outdoor adventures like: cycling, trekking, horseback riding, and all sorts of sports.
In the end of this tutorial you will learn some facts about the weather in Cuba, stay tune!

The Best Dates and the Lowest Prices from May to October, Low Tourist Season!

There are three periods in the season that will bring you a wonderful time and an unforgettable holidays. With great weather and prices at their lowest!
                                                                             -Period # 1
-From May the 1^st until June the 15^th.
Excellent weather, transition time from winter to summer. Prices dropping for accommodation, excursions, car rental. Less number of tourist!
                                                                             -Period # 2
-From September the 15^th to the 30^th.
Nice weather, prices at their lowest!
                                                                           -Period # 3

-The second half of October (15^th to the 31^st)
Again, this is a perfect time too. Low prices! It`s the transition period from summer to winter.
Notice that Cubans take their holidays in July and August. The beaches are at their most crowded and beach resorts are packed with lot of Cuban tourists. Prices are low for foreign tourists! 
Attention…! On July and August average temperature might reach 35-36 Cº at noon and 27-30 Cº in the evenings! It`s very hot and can be unpleasant!
If you are not used to it or if you travel with children, be aware!

Cuban Weather. Facts!

In Cuba there are two well defined seasons: November to April is winter and May to October, summer.

-Average temperature in winter 25-27 Cº daytime and 20-25 Cº at nights. 

-In summer the average temperature on daytime goes around 27-30 Cº and 25-27 Cº in the evenings. And not that wet, as you might think!

-Summers are hot and humid. Especially, July and August.

-Rainstorms are short and the rainiest months are September and October. Notice that It doesn`t rain everyday as in many tropical countries. There are no deep-forest rains in Cuba. It`s not that wet!

-Humidity ranges from 81% in summer to 79% in winter, and makes it feel hotter and cooler than it actually is!

-Winter in Cuba is characterized by short cold fronts. They usually start with rain and after a few hours a drop of temperature occurs.  

-Cold fronts, which are not many, generally last for 2-3 days!

-Temperature during a cold front?  20-25 Cº day time and 16-20 Cº night time! AVERAGE!!! 

-A light sweater and a small folding umbrella would be enough!

Hurricanes and Holidays in the Caribbean, the Myth!

-The hurricane season runs from June the 1^st to November the 30^th in the Caribbean.

-I must say hurricanes are not life-threatening to persons sheltering in modern buildings! 

-And they not always hit the country!

Summary

-The hot, rainy season runs from May to October. The hottest are July and August. And in general terms, summers are not that wet!

-Facilities do become over-crowded at Christmas, New Year, Saint Valentine, Easter, July and August (beach resorts and by locals mostly)

-May, June, September, October and November are the less-crowded, with reasonable weather and good price.

-Hurricanes, a myth!

-In short, there isn`t a really bad time for a trip to Cuba!

-Sun shines 365 days…

Finally…

If you find this tutorial interesting leave a comment below. Tell me what you think and share it among your friends now!
Let me know what else I could do to keep you updated about your trip to Cuba and Havana.
And when you make the final decision on when to travel to Cuba, don’t forget you can count on me.
Get in touch: vac2cuba@gmail.com