What you need to know before traveling to Cuba from the U.S

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Since U.S. credit/ bank cards will not work in Cuba, it is extremely important that you bring enough cash to last for the duration of your stay in Cuba. I recommend a minimum of $100- $150 usd per day. This is probably the single most important thing to remember because once you run out of cash, it will be nearly impossible to get anymore while in Cuba. 

We recommend that you exchange your dollars for Cuban pesos. USD and Euros are widely accepted but you will always get a better exchange rate when using Cuban pesos. We typically take our groups to convert $200 to pesos upon arrival. On average, travelers in our groups spend between $200- $400 on food and souvenirs.

Cuba can be a very challenging place to visit. One of the biggest challenges to U.S. travelers will be communication. Using the link below, you can prepurchase a Cuban SIM card for your unlocked cellphone. When you sign up for a pre planned or private group trip with us, you'll receive a checklist to help you prepare for this amazing Cuban experience.

This should be the very first thing on your list when planning a trip to Cuba. Travelers from the US are only allowed to enter Cuba for one of 12 categories authorized by OFAC. All travelers must also purchase a Visa/ Tourist card to enter Cuba. The Visa/ Tourist card can easily be purchased through your airline at the time of your departure. We offer free assistance to all of our group members traveling to Cuba.

Do not travel to Cuba without understanding the guidelines.