By Jessica Morelock
Cuba is the largest island in the West Indies of the
Caribbean. With a rich cultural history and more than 300 white sandy
beaches, Cuba's travel appeal continues to grow.
Protection from the Sun
Bring your sunscreen, hat and sunglasses for protection from the strong, subtropical sun. According to the Cuban Ministry of Tourism, Cuba has approximately 330 sunny days per year.
Evening Wear
When you head out to dinner or a club in the evening, you will find that most Cubans are dressed relatively elegantly. Don your evening wear, and leave your resort wear at your hotel so you don't feel out of place.
Money
Travelers' checks may offer challenges because of the limited locations that will cash them. Remember to bring a mixture of travelers' checks and currency that can be converted to the local convertible peso. Visitors from the United States should leave their U.S. dollars at home because there will be a 10 percent surcharge for using them. Similarly, credit and debit cards that are drawn on banks from the United States are not accepted in Cuba. However, relations between the nations are loosening, and these policies may change at any time.
Flip-flops
Most tourists who go to Cuba opt to spend a good amount of their trip visiting a variety of Cuba's unspoiled beaches. Flip-flops and resort wear are necessary when you head to the beach. Casual wear is also acceptable at most places during the day.
Travel Documents
A passport and visa are required for all visitors to Cuba. You will also be required to show your return itinerary.
About the Author:
Jessica Morelock began her professional writing career in 2007, after a three-year stint as a producer and co-host on Sirius Satellite Radio. She has also worked for the airline industry and as a travel agent. She completed a bachelor's degree in political science at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities.
