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Thinking of holidays to Cuba? Cuba has more to offer than any of the other Caribbean Islands. The locals are friendly, charming and welcome you with a smile. The heritage of Cuba is as rich as are the monuments and palaces throughout the country. A Cuban Holiday is without a doubt one to consider.

These are just some of the facts to consider and places and things you should not miss in your holidays to Cuba.

Economy: Sugar and its derivatives are the principal source of revenue, followed by tobacco, the Cuban cigar still being the most sought after in the world-and favourite contraband into the United States. Other sources are cattle breeding and fisheries, while agricultural products include rice, beans, coffee, maize and fruit.

Thanks to the warm waters of the Gull Stream and the trade winds (northeast in the summer, southeast in winter), the island’s climate is moderate and stable, sub tropical but less hot than elsewhere in the Caribbean. In Havana, the average temperature hovers around 25C (77F). The dry season lasts from November to mid-May and the rainy season from end-May to October.

Cayo Guillermo: This little coral key of just 13 sq km (5 sq miles) was one of Ernest Hemingway’s favourite fishing destinations and it is still good for marlin and mackerel, notably on boats chartered at the main hotel, Villa CojImar (named after the village near Havana where Hemingway used to keep his boat).

Cayo Romano: The biggest isle of the archipelago, 926 sq km (357 sq miles), is popular with ramblers and nature lovers looking out for wild horses and zebu (wild oxen) roaming its unspoiled interior.

There is a lot more to see, know and do in Cuba other than this few interesting places and facts. Hundreds of beautiful beach and city locations can not be put in just one article. The last advice is to keep researching so that you can enjoy your holidays to the fullest.

The beaches of Guardalavaca Cuba have white sands that contrast with the vegetation that grows in the seaboard and with the water of green and blue hues in whose seabed barrier coralline harbors to a rich flora and underwater fauna of great value and color.

The beach of Guardalavaca, featured among the most emblematic of the East of Cuba, was even ignored in some maps of the region for few centuries.

Traditions and legends attribute its name to the activity of the pirates in the region of the Caribbean, therefore was mentioned as the place preferred by the pirates to hide its booties (also called “cows”).

A more realistic story links the origins of Guardalavaca’s name to the warning that emitted the natives before the arrival of the looters that came from the sea, where the shout of “Guard the Cow” (Guardalavaca) notified to all of the danger that represented.

Beach Esmeralda, to the north of Holgun, is an authentic ecological paradise of the Cuban east. It is found in the orange Tree Bay nature reserve, surrounded by precious gardens and an area of great typical, ecological and natural attraction of this zone of Cuba is recommended especially for families with children.

Next to Bariay, setting that amazed the Admiral Cristobal Columbus when discovered Cuba in 1492, the hotel Brisas Guardalavaca is erected . It works under the modality All Included. In the first line of beach, 1 kilometer of the main beach of Guardalavaca, one of the but beautiful beaches of the Cuban east.

Now is the time of year to get to your local travel pro and start planning that summer time tropical getaway. I’ve made plenty of such trips, and here is some quick advice for those of you looking to get to warmer latitudes this year!

Best Month To Travel

I’d say this one tops the list in importance. I say that because I have had many trips ruined by weather and now days, I do my best to avoid the rainy season. You also might think about going to the Caribbean during the winter, but do keep in mind that even way down there, it can get cold in the evenings, and this may spoil some of your romantic fun. The key is to ask someone who has been to your destination at certain times of the year and get their take on how the weather effected their stay.

Where To Go and What To Pay

If you are not a big world traveler, you may find that most places in the Caribbean are very similar in looks and service, but much different in pricing. As an example, a trip to Cancun Mexico will offer you world class powdery sand beaches and crystal blue waters for a price 30% less than a similar vacation to the Cayman Islands.

You may also look at emerging destinations like Punta Cana that are offering great prices as a way to bolster popularity. Once again, a travel agent is your best bet here, and you should consult several in order to get a clear representation.

Accommodations

The popularity of the “all inclusive” resort has hit an all time high, and for good reason. Going all inclusive means you can pay one price and just go enjoy yourself. There is nothing better than being able to kick back, eat and drink all you want and live in paradise for a week. Just be sure you look at the ratings on the resort before booking to ensure they hae good food and service.

Stay Away From The Local Water

I know you have heard to never drink the water in Mexico, but really you should apply that advice to anywhere you go outside of the United States. You just don’t want to take a chance on ruining your vacation with bowel problems. Just find bottled water and you are all good.

At the end of the day, your main purpose should be to have fun. Just go to paradise and let loose! The good news is that once you try one place, there are still dozens more left to try next year!