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liliann
liliann

Hi everyone,

please allow me to ask a few questions about travelling to Cuba, as it's my first time there:

  1. Our Airplane will arrive in the evening at Jose Marti Int. Airport. Is ist possible to change money at the Airport in the evening (Euro to CUC) upon arrival, to be able to pay for a Taxi to Havanna? Or is there an ATM to withdraw cash with VISA?

  2. Is it recommended to book Viazul Buses far ahead? (Travelling in May). As the Viazul Website only allows to book buses more than one week in advance - I was wondering if buses are usually sold out when you try to book the ticket two or three days ahead at the bus station? If I always have to book the buses more than a week in advance, I have to plan the whole journey in advance - but I would like to be a little more spontaneous and be able to change plans while travelling. If Viazul is always sold out - are there other possibillities for getting around, apart from rental cars? (Only talking about the main tourist spots - Havana-Vinales-Cienfuegos-Trinidad etc.;)

  3. At the end of my trip I would love to stay at a beach where there is easy acces for snorkeling. Any recommendations? I heard, there are some beaches where you can go snorkeling right from the beach - without having to take a boat to a snorkel spot? I love snorkeling, but I am sadly not able to travel by boat because I get seasick immediately.

Is Playa Jibacoa recommended? Any recommendation for nice Hotels/Casas there?

Thank you so much, if you can help me with one or more of my questions (and sorry for the english language mistakes).

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beardouk
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  1. yes and yes.

  2. there are also the Conectando buses and shared taxis. see more details in the FAQs - I think about FAQ 30 something

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How long are you going for and when?

You will definitely want to spend your last night in Havana for quick 'n easy access to the airport.

Always count your money and ask for a receipt when exchanging money.

Playa Jibacoa is known as a good snorkelling area.

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