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Holidays to Cuba: Getting there and getting around

Flights to Cuba can often be quite reasonable at certain times of the year, the very beginning of the year is a good time to go for those looking for cheap holidays to Cuba. Cuba has 12 International airports in total however Havana and Varadero are by the far the principle gateway for British tourists. A number of airlines operate to Cuba with British Airways flying twice a week nonstop from London Gatwick. Once arriving into Cuba the Viazul bus system runs around the island taking passengers wherever they want to go. There is a timetable on their website www.viazul.cu and prices are very reasonable.

Things to do on holidays in Cuba

Cuba is renowned for being the original home of cigars so trying your hand at rolling your very own cigar is a must. There are many tobacco factories around the island especially in Havana. If you would rather not roll your own but simply sit back and enjoy smoking a cigar then you can pick one up virtually anywhere on the island. For a more hands on day out why not retrace the footsteps of some great figures in history. An old haunt in Cuba once saw the likes of Hemmingway grace its presence. A great thing said to be done whilst on your holiday in Cuba is to drink a cool mojito at this landmark which is called the Bodeguita Del Medio and is one of Havana's and Cuba’s most celebrated restaurants. It is famous for its rum based cocktails and has attracted generations of artists and writers. Well worth taking a look at and a perfect excuse for a cheeky drink.

Cuba Holidays: Food and drink

Traditional Cuban food is not as spicy as other cuisine in the Caribbean region, such as Jamaican or Mexican food. This is due to the Spanish influence, the food here in Cuba tends to be flavoured with garlic, onions or sweet peppers and can be quite high in fat. Meat is high on the menu here. A Cuban delicacy is Yucca con Mojo: boiled cassava root soaked in hot garlic oil and Tamal, which is ground maize. Perhaps doesn’t sound the tastiest of dishes, yet Cuban locals swear it’s delicious and advise their guests to give it a try. If you like a more up market getaway and wish to search for luxury holidays to Cuba, then look no further. Travel.co.uk offers thousands of holidays to the Caribbean and anywhere in the world at fantastic prices, whether you’re looking to take your summer holiday to Cuba or perhaps fancy your winter holidays in Cuba then we can direct you to the best deal out there.