Holidays To Cuba

By Jose Garces

Cuba is the largest and most beautiful island in the Antilles. This amazing country offers a mix of culture, history, architecture, music and geography that captivates whoever visit it. There are plenty of tour operators offering Cuba holidays. All you need to do is find the one that offers what you are looking for.

Looking for beach holidays? Then seek no further. Cuba has a variety of beach locations that are among the top in the list of the best beaches in the World. Varadero, Cayo Largo, Cayo Coco and Guardalavaca are just some of the best beaches in Cuba with excellent accommodation facilities.

If you are looking for a scuba diving holiday in Cuba, or a sailing holiday in Cuba, we recommend you call a specialist tour operator, who is on hand seven days a week to help you find your ideal water sports holiday in Cuba.

For history buffs, the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Trinidad on the south coast, and the old town of Havana are must see places. At Guama there is an Amerindian village, which has been carefully reconstructed, with wooden bridges linking several islets. Visitors eating outside their hotels should be aware that outside Havana, restaurant menus may be more limited than on many other Caribbean islands, and will be dominated by locally available produce. In contrast, you'll find no shortage of exotic rum cocktails.

Shopping is Cuba is not great but there is a number of local craft markets on each of the main destinations throughout the island. Coffee, rum and Cigars are the main souvenirs travellers take home when they visit Cuba. Prices are very cheap except for the Cuban cigars which could cost up to 400.00 CUC a box.

Package holidays to Cuba are offered by many tour operators but if you are looking for something more exclusive, lets say bird watching, horse back riding, escorted tours, history or architecture packages then you have to speak to a specialist. You could also stay with Cuban families if you want to get to know Cuban people. This by far is the cheapest form of travel. Most family homes will cost half the price of hotels.

If you are unable to find the holiday in Cuba that you are looking for, or would like more information about staying in Cuba, or flying to Cuba, please call to speak to our dedicated travel team, who are on hand seven days a week to help you find your perfect stay in Cuba. - 31819

About the Author:

Jose Garces is a reservation consultant who works for San cristobal UK( a cuban tour operator based in UK specialized in Cuba Tours. If you need further information about Cuba you can follow the link all about Cuba

Cheap Holidays in Cuba

By Jose Garces

Probably you have been searching for some cheap Cuba holidays options already and you have not been very lucky. I intend to give you some tips on how to safe money before you book you package holidays to Cuba.

One element that increases the cost of a holiday package is definitely the transportation. When you want to visit few locations cause you want to get to know the real Cuba. Most travel agents out there will use taxi transfers in their quotes and when you hear the price then you start thinking maybe is best if I stick to 1 or 2 places to make it cheap.

My advice in this regard if you want to safe hundreds is to use VIAZUL Bus Company. Viazul has terminal in most of the Cuban provinces and the tickets are really cheap compared to taxi drives.

So that you have an idea of how much money you can safe let's take for instance a taxi transfer from Havana to Trinidad. This journey takes about 5 hours and it will cost you around 250 CUC if you travel by taxi. Instead with viazul a ticket will cost you just 25 CUC.

Just imagine how much money you could be safe if you were to visit places like Havana, Vi?ales Valley, Cienfuegos, Santa Clara or Trinidad. Very easily the amount of money safe could be around 800 CUC if instead of taking taxis you use VIAZUL terminals.

Viazul buses are quite new and comfortable. They have large coaches with 40 seats, WC, air con, television and catering services.

Maybe you are one of those thinking of travelling around Cuba but don't have a clue about distances and how large Cuba really is. When you look at the Mapa Mundi this island looks small compared to America but it actually stretches for more than 1200 Km from east to west.

Just one point I want to make clear though which is the fact that VIAZUL alternative will never be as comfortable as the taxi option but hey! We are looking at cheap options here not VIP service. - 31819

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My last recommendation for your Cuba holidays is to read as much info about Cuba as you can.

Cuba A Sparkling Adventure

By Jose Mauricio Maurette

Cuba's beaches are unique for the rich tones of their clear warm water. The island's coasts include everything from challenging cliffs to peaceful coves, the setting for incredible sun and sea Cuba holidays.

The insular shelf is bounded by an extensive coral reef where a great variety of colorful fish bewitch scuba-diving buffs, both beginners and experts. In addition, there are underwater caves to explore. Casting loose your mooring lines in Cuban waters means setting sail into a spectacular sea adventure.

The Cuban archipelago, which is 42,854 square miles (110,992 square kilometers) in size, consists of the main island of Cuba-a long and narrow island measuring 744 miles (1200 kilometers) from east to west, the largest island in the Antilles-the Isle of Youth and around 4195 other cays and islets.

It has over 3560 miles (5746 kilometers) of irregular coastline, including more than 200 bays and over 300 beaches whose sand is of different colors and textures. It is common knowledge that the Cuban sea is of excellent quality.

Not disappointed thousands of tourists who make dives here every year, some of them as beginners making their maiden dives in Cuban waters, accompanied by experienced divers whose expertise is attested to by the World Underwater Federation (CMAS), the American-Canadian Underwater Certification (ACUC) for scuba-diving classes and other prestigious international schools.

In 1985, the French oceanologist Jacques-Yves Cousteau's crew was very impressed by Cuba's seabed-most of all, by their exploration of the Cristobal Colon, a Spanish ship which was sunk during the naval battle that was fought just off Santiago de Cuba in i8g8. According to the divers, who have worked all over the world, few other places are as well preserved or have such a wealth of marine life. His colleagues waxed so enthusiastic that Cousteau, then 75, decided to put on an aqualung and see for himself. He wasn't disappointed.

Scientific studies estimate that there are over 500 species of fish; 200 different kinds of sponges (cup, tube and branch); around 60 kinds of coral; and a large sample of mollusks, crustaceans, gorgonians, algae and Common Sea Fans (Gorgonia spp.) in Cuban waters.

Cuba undoubtedly is one of the most stunning tourist destinations in the World. Add the irrefutable fact of a super rich culture and you have the ideal recipe for a memorable holiday. - 31819

About the Author:

Jose Maurette is the Director of Quest World Travel Ltd and a specialist in organizing holidays to Cuba. Visit www.quest2cuba.co.uk for further information on the best Havana Holidays.

Two Centre Holiday To Cuba.

By Jose Garces

If you have come to read this write up I am assuming that you are interested in organizing your next trip to Cuba. Well that makes me very happy. What I intend to do in this article is to guide you through the best possible combinations of centres in order to make the most out of your experience in Cuba.

You probably know this already but it is never less important to highlight that Cuba is the largest of the Caribbean islands and have a wealth of options in terms of places that you can enjoy while visiting Cuba. There are places to please almost every demand in terms of tourist attractions.

If you are looking to mainly relax after a hard long period of work and at the same time let your self been invaded by the Cuban culture then I would suggest you do a twin centre holiday. There are many options and I will mention in this article which in my opinion are the most interesting ones.

Havana and Varadero: Ideal formula for people who are not willing to travel long ours along the road. Both cities are only few miles away from each other and they can be connected in less than 2 hours by taxi. Havana is recommended for at least 2 or 3 nights so that you can get to see and enjoy what this amazing city has to offer. Varadero is considered by many one of the best beach destinations in the world. It certainly is the most famous in Cuba and it offers a wealth of activities such as swimming with dolphins, rides in a submarine, horse back riding and all sorts of water sports.

Havana and Cayo Santa Maria: If you are looking to combine culture, history and a very relaxing beach destination then you have to go for this one. Cayo Santa Maria is one of the newest developments, therefore its hotels and there are only 3 in this island they are all in excellent shape. The standard of service is very high, I particularly recommend Sol Melia Cayo Santa Maria Hotel. It is a 5 star hotels and it also has the best SPA installation and service that I have seen in Cuba.

Havana and Jibacoa: This twin centre holiday is ideal for those who like to relax far from that comes with some huge beach resorts. It is very close to Havana. So if you feel you did not have enough of the Capital and its night life or its restaurants you can very easily take a taxi from Breezes Jibacoa Hotel and you will be in Havana in less than 1 hour. Not very expensive a taxi will cost about 30 Cuban convertible pesos (15 Sterling pounds).

These are just some of the combinations you can do but the fact is that you can do dozens of them. Or you can put together as many locations as you want. We will obviously help you out deciding what is best for you and what is feasible taking into account the duration of your holidays. If you need to know more please do not hesitate to contact us. - 31819

About the Author:

Jose Mauricio Garces is a reservation consultant specialist in organizing Cuba Holidays and tailor made holidays to Cuba. He has been involved in travel and tourism in Cuba for the last 15 years.

Santiago De Cuba: One Of The Top Holiday Destinations In The World.

By Jose Maurette Garces

In a recent publication Santiago de Cuba famous for its music and endless revolutions has been chosen as one of the best destination in the world and a top city location for Cuba holidays in the year 2010

Rated within the top 10 destinations in the world by the prestigious Frommers Publications, Santiago de Cuba is the best place to see what is like to live in Cuba in modern days.

"Santiago is a culturally rich and scenic city that retains the intimate, friendly feel of a provincial capital, with peaceful neighborhoods where men play dominoes outdoors on hilly streets," the website said.

Rough Guides: a leading publisher of travel and reference information, respected for their accurate, up-to-date content pointed out that the next 12 months are critical in the development of the tourist industry in Cuba and suggested a great deal of change.

Not long from now is the day in which Cuba sees a huge flock of American tourists arriving to Havana as suggested by Reuters and with it the necessary changes in what today is one of the least spoilt holiday destinations in the world.

Not only Santiago is famous for its heroic battles but also for been the birth place of personalities such Don Facundo Bacardi in 1986 who set out to established the world famous Bacardi brand.

Santiago has an International Airport however if traveling from Europe holidaymakers will have to use the nearest Airport in Holguin City about 3 hours drive from Santiago. Another alternative is to fly to Havana and after a short stay a 2 hour domestic flight to the eastern city.

There is no better time in the year to visit Santiago than when the Carnivals are taking place. The week comprising the 26 of July for over 100 years have seen the streets of Santiago filled with joyful locals enjoying the best of the Cuban music and of course the best of the Cuban Rums. - 31819

About the Author:

Jose Maurette is the Director of Quest World Travel Ltd and a specialist in organizing Cuba holidays. Visit www.quest2cuba.co.uk for further information on the best Havana hotels.

Do You Spend More Cash And Time On the Plane For No Reason

By Jim Bonetti

I always wondered why people in the UK would desire to go to locations like the Dominican Republic for a summertime holiday. I have nothing against the Dominican Republic or any of the Caribbean destinations. Can they provide anything more than you can get at one of the numerous popular holiday destinations in Europe.

Why would you consider sitting on a plane for around twice as long as you possibly need. This is made even worse if you have young children who are not going to treasure being stuck in a seat on an aircraft for this length of time.

For most holidaymakers a journey to the Caribbean involves one of the all inclusive offers as the cost of food on beverage on some of the Caribbean destinations can be very costly. They spend all their vacation time in the holiday complex, which is in all chance located next to the beach. The accommodation offers entertainment in the evenings and you have all your beverages included with your all inclusive deal.

You could be anywhere on the planet so why give extra to go all the way to the Caribbean. You could be in Spain in approximately two hours and holiday in an all inclusive compound if you want. This way you can spend more money on the standard of accommodation or spend less and get the same standard as in the Caribbean.

A suntan is a suntan and anybody looking at you when you get back from your holiday is not going to be able to tell where you developed your suntan. So if all you are worried about is in is lying by the swimming pool to get a tan why journey further than you need. All you are doing is spending extra money on a long haul trip, which could be either kept or spent on acquiring a better hotel or for more spending money.

Prior to reserving a vacation, think about what you really want and then have a search at the optimal options for your needs. It is your vacation so it is important to make sure you get the best one you can. - 31819

About the Author:

Thomson Holiday All Inclusive offers provide many holiday options. Find out how to get some great deals with travel tips from Jim Bonetti of travel site Cheap Holidays 2010

Tailor Made Holidays To Cuba Surrounded By Music And Culture

By Jose Maurette Garces

If your work is very demanding or you just need to escape from every day life then Tailor Made Cuba Holidays are the perfect treat. Cuba is a very exciting place that offers a lot for all types of people. Many holiday makers travel to Cuba for their holidays.

If you like adventure and life in the fast lane there are a wide range of activities available for you. You could try scuba diving and seeing tropical fish underneath the sea. If you want to see Cuba by horseback then you could try horse riding.

There are many sandy beaches surrounding Cuba including Varadero. If you are interested in architecture then take a look around Cuba at the wonderful, astonishing buildings that all have their place in history.

For a place that is almost always sunny, Cuba is an amazing place. Music surrounds Cuba and it is well known for its music. There is a wealth of culture and history to be learned about Cuba. Read up before you go and do some research.

Cuba is an excellent place to travel around. Travel is very easy around Cuba and you just need a valid passport. Cuba is a subtropical climate with waterfalls and tranquil scenery. If you love places that are peaceful and calm you will love the environment that forms Cuba.

When travelling in Cuba you just need a passport, cash and a strong backpack. If you love taking adventures into the unknown then you will love Cuba. In Cuba people speak the Spanish language so it can help if you have a basic knowledge of Spanish. Cuba is an easy place to travel around and mixing with locals is much more easier. - 31819

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Before booking your holidays in cuba. Visit www.bestbeachesincuba.co.uk by Jose Mauricio Maurette for more information on the best locations and Cuba beaches.