| Country |
Cuba, the largest of the Caribbean islands lies only 145 km south of
Florida. It is not only famous for its historic past, but also for its
beauty: Fantastic beaches in the north, kilometres of sugar-cane plantations
in the heart of the country, the old colonial Havana with its narrow lanes.
Despite the difficult living conditions, the more than 11 million inhabitants
of the island have not lost their zest for life. Cuba offers its people
the best medical care in whole Latin America and provides it free of charge.
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| Climate |
The north western winds have a cooling effect on the country. Average
temperatures in Havana can reach 30° Celsius. The best time to visit
Cuba is from November to April, as this is a time of relatively scarce
rain. |
| Entry regulations |
For a stay of up to 60 days, travellers from most western
countries only require a passport valid for at least a further six months
plus a tourist permit, which you can obtain for a handling fee at the
Cuban embassy or from us. US citizens need a special permit from the US
Department of Treasury in order to travel legally to Cuba (see
http://www.state.gov/www/regions/wha/cuba/travel.html) |
| Currency |
Peso Convertible (tourist-currency); 1 Peso = US$ 1.00
Cuban Peso (country's currency); 100 Pesos = approx. US$ 4.76
(as of 1st Dec. 2004)
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| Vaccinations |
None compulsory. |
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