Time: GMT -5
Language: Spanish
Electricity: 110/220 60HzHz
International Flights:
We do not deal with Charter flights, only Schedule. We have contracts with all the
major airlines that fly from the UK to Cuba.
Virgin Atlantic: London Gatwick to Havana Direct – Sunday & Thursday* *As of
March 2008, this will change to Wednesdays Cubana: London Gatwick via Holguin (Eastern
province of Cuba) to Havana – Saturday & Wednesday Iberia: Daily service from
major UK airports via Madrid to Havana Air France: Daily service from major UK airports
via Paris to Havana.
**It is advisable to inform us at the time of booking if you
have any special dietary requirements or need special assistance at the airport
so that we can inform the airline**
Hotels:
The accommodation we feature has been hand selected by ourselves in order to provide
at least a minimum basic standard of service. If there is a hotel that you know
of but has not been featured, please do not hesitate to ask as we are more than
likely to have the rates for it.
**It is advisable to inform us at the time of booking
of any specific requests, therefore we can check with the hotel to assure these
services are available **
All Inclusive:
All meals and drinks are included in the price, as well as non – motorized sports
(subject to availability), however, some All Inclusive hotels may charge for mineral
water as this is not always covered by the rates. You may only find local and international
brand drinks in the higher star rated hotels opposed to the lower star rated who
may only serve local beverage.
Health:
We would recommend that you contact your local GP to get any up to date health information
including vaccinations prior to traveling.
Currency:
In November 2004, the US Dollar was no longer accepted in Cuba and they introduced
the Cuban Convertible Pesos (cuc). It is adviseable to take UK sterling or Euros
as exchanging dollars into cuc will incur you a 10% charge. Credit Cards that are
not issued by an American Institution are accepted widely in Cuba, however it is
strongly recommended to check with your bank before traveling to avoid any disappointment.
Using a Credit Card will mean that you will incur an additional charge of around
11%, therefore it is advisable to take cash.
Departure Tax:
Currently 25 Cuban Convertible Pesos (cuc) per person and is payable locally before
you depart Cuba.
Climate:
Cuba has a year round hot tropical temperature. The cooler period tends to be from
November to March when the temperature drops to around 20°c during the daytime.
May to October is usually rainy season, however the temperature is high and it could
be days before you see some rain – and when you do it is quite refreshing. Mid September
to early November is considered to be the hurricane season, but like British weather
it is not always guaranteed.
Visa:
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date that you return
to the UK. All clients traveling to Cuba need a Visa (Tourist Card). The Visa is
valid for a month and is required by everyone including Infants. UK and non – Uk
residents can use the Tourist Card, if you have any doubts (non – Uk) please contact
your local Embassy or alternatively you can contact the Cuban Consulate on 0207
240 2488.
Customs:
All DVD readers and writers including those on a laptop, Walkie Talkies, GPS Systems
and Play Station Consoles are not permitted in Cuba. If you are caught at the airport,
the item will be confiscated and returned when you leave. You will incur a large
fee for release, therefore best advice is not to take it.
Travel Insurance:
We strongly recommend that you purchase Travel Insurance prior to traveling.
FCO:
The Foreign and Commonwealth Office provides up to date travel information to help
UK travelers make decisions about traveling abroad. For further information please
visit: www.fco.gov.uk/knowledgebeforeyougo