Havana

[Velasco]

Where you take the big hit is at the money exchange. I was getting 87 on the dollar. So on every 1000usd you change you lose 130usd. IMO its not worth going through the other exchange methods. I backed out of purchasing Canadian dollars here in the states when they asked for my passport. The exchange in the States and the exchange in Cuba worked out to roughly the same 13. Just save the bullshit and take USD.

Mr. Gogo's advice is good but limited. If someone is looking for basic travel information that applies to every tourist, it is a good idea to look at TRAVEL sites or the latest guidebooks. Mr. Gogo, I beg to differ with you on the issue of the exchange rate. In looking at other travel sites, there are individuals that have arrived in CUba with US and Canadian currency, and there is always a better exchange with Canadian $$$. It is really not hard to get hold of Canadian currency. If you are from the US and going through Canada it is a non-issue. You can also get Canadian currency in transit cities like Nassau and Cancun. I have personally exchanged US for Canadian currency in Cancun and Nassau in the past.

I have a question for you. Why did you back out when they asked for your passport?

[DMonger2013]

Does anyone know of a contact in Havana that can set me up with accommodations and a bit of a tour guide / driver? It will be my first time in Cuba and I could use some help.

[ShakeForMe]

Mr Gogo,

Thanks for the info, greatly appreciated!

[Tomux 22]

Thanks for more in depth report. This gives me much better picture of Cuba and what to expect. The biggest challenge I see will be my lack of Spanish skill.

[Mr Gogo]

I have never been to Cuba, but thinking to go there. I am iterested both to see country and get friendly with local girls. Can you put it more in detail how come Cuba is not cheap. I am in my late tweneys and good looking, so my targets are normal girls, sei pros and pros. Would you say I will have tight with money having 5k USD to spend for 3 weeks (flights, hotels not included).

Welcome Tom, let me help you out. A casa Particular with meals will run about 40usd a day, hotels will kill your money quickly. I can eat lobster there for about 15usd meal with veggies and rice at restaurants. A car rental will run you about 75usd a day with insurance. Clubs can cost 10usd for admission (Casa de Musica). Taxis can take you anywhere in Havana for about 5-7usd a ride. My Cuba libre drinks run about 3-5usd. Where you take the big hit is at the money exchange. I was getting 87 on the dollar. So on every 1,000usd you change you lose 130usd. IMO its not worth going through the other exchange methods. I backed out of purchasing Canadian dollars here in the states when they asked for my passport. The exchange in the States and the exchange in Cuba worked out to roughly the same 13. Just save the bullshit and take USD. The women will vary and if you don't speak Spanish your options will be limited to the SW and regular monger spots. Expect to pay from 50-100usd plus 25usd for a quick casa. If you speak some Spanish then you can write your own ticket from regular girls to semi-pros for20-50usd. Buying clothes is expensive in Cuba so take some clothes to give away to friends, they will love you for this. Cuba is hot. I lost 7 pounds in 7 days but I was walking 15 miles in the heat (I like to walk). Also my diet was reduced to one nice meal about 2pm with fruit drinks for the heat, no breakfast except fruit juices.

Hope this helps.

[Tomux 22]

By the way Cuba is NOT cheap, I go for 1 month and my budget for spending their is 6 500 Euros or 8 800 USD. This is NOT Thailand or the Phillipines. But like I said for me it is an aventure, taking time to hunt.

I have never been to Cuba, but thinking to go there. I am interested both to see country and get friendly with local girls. Can you put it more in detail how come Cuba is not cheap. my targets are normal girls, semi pros and pros. Would you say I will have tight with money having 5k USD to spend for 3 weeks (flights, hotels not included).

[Pepe17]

Hi Gents,

Can you all recommend a casa with pool that allows you to bring local friends? Trying to find a place on the internet has been very frustrating. Nobody gets back to you and you really don't know how accomodating the owners are to bringing guests to the casa. I'm not looking for a really cheap place either. I'd settle on a nice place for a few more $$$ as long as it was the right fit.

One guy on the internet has a place that looks good but wants me to wire the full payment to him 7 days before my arrival. He says if I want to pay cash that there would be a 5% surchage. It sounds shady to me.

Also where are the best places to rent in Havana. Vedado, Miramar, other?

Please PM or post it here for me. Your recomendations would be greatly appreciated.

Hi!

Don't send money upfront. IMO, the best place to stay is Vedado or Miramar. Normally when I go to Havana I always buy a hotel room from here for 2 days to guarantee my stay and when I am there I try to find a casa. The cheapest hotel you can get in Vedado is around £20 a day, but there are some expensive ones, depends on what you want. In Havana there are a lot of casas where you can bring friends.

[DMonger2013]

Hi Gents,

Can you all recommend a casa with pool that allows you to bring local friends? Trying to find a place on the internet has been very frustrating. Nobody gets back to you and you really don't know how accomodating the owners are to bringing guests to the casa. I'm not looking for a really cheap place either. I'd settle on a nice place for a few more $$$ as long as it was the right fit.

One guy on the internet has a place that looks good but wants me to wire the full payment to him 7 days before my arrival. He says if I want to pay cash that there would be a 5% surchage. It sounds shady to me.

Also where are the best places to rent in Havana. Vedado, Miramar, other?

Please PM or post it here for me. Your recomendations would be greatly appreciated.

[Tank Not Mt]

Can someone give the the run down of the scene and recommendations for a newbie to Cuba, I have a 1 week holiday planned for Jan.

All you need to do is read the great information in this Forum! It tells you all you need to know.

If you have any specific questions PM the author of the report.

Good Luck and stay safe.

[Brendo1234]

Can someone give the the run down of the scene and recommendations for a newbie to Cuba, I have a 1 week holiday planned for Jan.

[Sexmetv]

Hi All,

Can anyone recommend a good casa in old Havana? The one I usually take is booked for the weekend I am looking to go. Girl friendly of course with the usual basics like A / C. Don't mind paying a bit extra. Just PM me you can help. Thanks.

[Golds]

By the way Cuba is not cheap, I go for 1 month and my budget for spending their is 6 500 Euros or 8 800 USD. This is not Thailand or the Philippines. But like I said for me it is an adventure, taking time to hunt.

[Golds]

You miss a lot at least as for this hobby if ignore top night clubs. However, realize that the top shelf share a minimum fee with boyfriends, security etc that's why they always have got a watermark. If they leave empty there is nothing to share and no sweat. This is so to speak a top club overhead. Deal with it. Consider it like EWR or a barfine, or salida or whatever you like.

This is not my Cuba expience, going to a club in Havana or a brothel in Thailand, Cuba is an adventure, hunting a Cubana that is hard to get and your reward will be a lot more then una puta de cien fullassss

[Questner]

You miss a lot at least as for this hobby if ignore top night clubs. However, realize that the top shelf share a minimum fee with boyfriends, security etc that's why they always have got a watermark. If they leave empty there is nothing to share and no sweat. This is so to speak a top club overhead. Deal with it. Consider it like EWR or a barfine, or salida or whatever you like.

[Golds]

This for those who insist on nitpicking every report submitted. I should add that I have never been to Salon Rojo, and will probably never go. I did go to the Casa de la musica and it was a complete turnoff. I guess there are some who enjoy the aggressive approach of the women in such places, but some of us do not. I personally don't care how how hot a woman is, I do not want my crotch grabbed.

Indeed, I don't like these places, just hookers you can find in every country, just the price is different.