Faqs

There are two voltages in Cuba – 110W and 220W.  Most places have both plugs.  Often, if you need anything it will only be an adapter to make your 3-prong plug into a 2-prong plug. The hotel has [...]

There is no AT&T, MCI, or Sprint access numbers from Havana.  You can only dial direct.  Cuba’s country code is 53 and Havana’s city code is 7.  The rate per minute to call the United States [...]

The hotels in Cuba typically offer Wi-Fi service.  There may be an additional charge. You can purchase wi-fi cards in various places to use at hotspots.  Many parks in Cuba are now hotspots and [...]

Your cell phone will probably not work in Cuba.  Most people enjoy detaching from their cell phones while in Cuba. However, you can check with your mobile service provider to see what they offer. [...]

Everyone’s tolerance for foreign bacteria is different, so each person must decide what is safe for them.  In general, we recommend that you show caution when eating fruits and vegetables that [...]

All ice is made from bottled water in the hotels at the restaurants chosen for your program.

No.  You should only drink bottled water which will be available at the stores near your hotel or B&B.  The restaurants we have chosen for your program will not use tap water for your meals. [...]

Yes.  More info on this HERE

Crafts such as homemade dolls, musical instruments for kids, crocheted items, wooden items, and CD’s of Cuban music are good items to take home.  There is a gift shop at the Museum of Fine Arts [...]

You may purchase merchandise to be brought back to the USA within the $400 limit. This limit does not apply to art, books, tapes, CDs, photographs, posters, paintings, sculpture etc. which are [...]