Travel Questions and Advice

[Combo]

hey fellas,

quick question here. as americans we can travel to cuba we just cannot spend any money there. but i'm traveling to cancun with my colombian girlfriend. so can we both travel to cuba and just have her pay for everything? technically we are following the rules right? i won't spend a dime and she buys everything for the both of us. kust wanted to check the beaches and spend a day or 2. what do you guys think?

are you really worried about "technically" obeying the law? do you obey speed limit laws? if it comes down to it, you'd have a hell of a time proving you didn't spend money while there. but it won't come down to it, because nobody really gives a crap if you go to cuba. thousands and thousands of americans go and only a handful have been punished over the last decade.

but for only a day or two, why even bother? you have phenomenal beaches in and around cancun, better than anything conveniently close to havana (there are no beaches in havana per se).

[Mr Gogo]

Hey fellas,

Quick question here. As Americans we can travel to Cuba we just cannot spend any money there. But I'm traveling to Cancun with my Colombian girlfriend. So can we both travel to Cuba and just have her pay for everything? Technically we are following the rules right? I won't spend a dime and she buys everything for the both of us. Kust wanted to check the beaches and spend a day or 2. What do you guys think?

You didn't think this out completely Sir. You have to pay 25 cuc for your visa. She can't go to the window and pay that for you because you have to present your identification. So you are spending money there.

I've been to Colombia several times and rated Colombian women the prettiest I have seen until I went to Cuba. Cuban women don't like Colombian women so I'm not sure how your visit will go. Colombian women also are crazy about Cuban men, sure you want you girl to go?

Also you might get extra attention at the airport traveling with a Colombian girl coming from Mexico.

There are many nice romantic beaches in Colombia.

[NCal2014]

Hey fellas,

Quick question here. As Americans we can travel to Cuba we just cannot spend any money there. But I'm traveling to Cancun with my Colombian girlfriend. So can we both travel to Cuba and just have her pay for everything? Technically we are following the rules right? I won't spend a dime and she buys everything for the both of us. Kust wanted to check the beaches and spend a day or 2. What do you guys think?

[Mr Gogo]

Hi,

I am looking for a way to buy tickets from San Jose to Havana and then to San Salvador. So far Nash Trave is the only agency I could find that could book this online. After reading around they don't seem to have a good track record. Are there other options that I should know about? Or is Nash worth taking the risk for. Is waiting to arrive in San Jose to purchase fights a possibility? I plan to go in early January, which is high season, so I figured reserving early is the best option.

I've used Nash travel in the past with no problems. For some reason they don't respond fast to emails so I would send an email and then back it up with a call.

[MacMn92]

Hi,

I am looking for a way to buy tickets from San Jose to Havana and then to San Salvador. So far Nash Trave is the only agency I could find that could book this online. After reading around they don't seem to have a good track record. Are there other options that I should know about? Or is Nash worth taking the risk for. Is waiting to arrive in San Jose to purchase fights a possibility? I plan to go in early January, which is high season, so I figured reserving early is the best option.

[Menidi]

Driver that speaks English. Don't pay more than $50 per day total. He pays his own gas not you. This is cheaper than renting a car with much less hassles and will save you money especially if the driver is cool because he can get you Cuban prices on some things including cases.

Greatly appreciated MrSoulo.

In relation to the bicycle comment, sounds like a great. However, I don't think it is something that I would like to put myself through Specially now that is the raining reason I believe.

[Ganesha]

What is the best way to travel around Cuba? Rent a car or rent a driver.

What do you mean with 'best way'?

If you want to see the landscape, get in touch with locals. Take a bicycle and reserve enough time for it!

You don't believe me? Just search the Internet for people who did this. There are more than you ever thought.

[MrSoulo]

Hello everyone,

What is the best way to travel around Cuba? Rent a car or rent a driver?

Thanks in advance.

Driver that speaks English. Don't pay more than $50 per day total. He pays his own gas not you. This is cheaper than renting a car with much less hassles and will save you money especially if the driver is cool because he can get you Cuban prices on some things including cases.

[Menidi]

Hello everyone,

What is the best way to travel around Cuba? Rent a car or rent a driver?

Thanks in advance.

[Maxx]

I'm thinking of traveling to Havana in late August for some Cuban chocha and then spend 4 or 5 days in Isla de la Juventud fishing. I'll be traveling solo out of NY. Just posting here in case anyone might like to join. At least for the fishing portion. I welcome any advice.

[House]

I'm looking for a reliable driver at a fair price. One who knows the city of Havana and the most beautiful women. Please PM me with contact info.

[PdxMonger]

I am looking for local contact information. I would really appreciate if you could PM me.

Thanks

[MacMn92]

Hey guys,

I'm planning to travel from San jJose to Havana and then to San Salvador. I've been to Havana 3 years ago via the Bahamas. It was just showing up early the next morning to buy and take the flight. I was wondering if it was that easy in San jose. Where should I go to buy the tickets? And if I'd be able to book my return flight to San Salvador without a problem. Any tips or advice would be great, I have PM if theres anything more. The forum has provided an abundance of information and hope to report back when I can.

[BlueSkyOne]

Hello RK,

Your email address was removed from the posting (Forum rule). I try to PM you which did not work. Can you advise much sot to have local help? Did you paid case by case / by hours / daily. And it okay with you, how much for his service.

Thanks

[Rioyankee]

If I can share any of my travels.

This was my 4th trip over 10 years and lots has changed. If this is your first time, you will find it difficult to figure out all the rules, taxes, insurance, street police, CDR, what to take with you, etc. [Email address deleted by Admin]. Glad to share what I know. PLUS I found a good local guide to supply me with girls at his place. Drop me a line.

R

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