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Traveling to Cuba in 2024
Traveling to Cuba from the US is something that can be confusing as the policies and procedures change frequently. In 2024, it is discouraged, but still technically possible to travel to Cuba from or through the US if you follow some specific parameters. Americans traveling to Cuba from or through the US for tourism are not allowed. There are, however, 13 reasons that travel to Cuba from or through the US is permitted. American travelers might qualify to use the “support for the Cuban people” category as a reason to visit Cuba. Anyone who does this must provide a detailed itinerary of the planned visit. Your itinerary must detail how…
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Are there Overwater Bungalows in Cuba?
Are there overwater bungalows in Cuba? Yes! There are two stunning hotels with overwater bungalows on the island of Cuba where you can lounge in your room over crystal clear waters! Hotel Meliá Cayo Coco Courtesy Hotel Meliá Cayo Coco Highlights If you’re looking for a unique overwater bungalow hotel option on the island of Cuba, look no further than Hotel Meliá Cayo Coco. The hotel’s Grand Suite Lagoon View rooms are located on stilts over Coco Cay’s lagoon, making it an ideal location for breathtaking views and seclusion from the rest of the resort from your room The adults-only all-inclusive Melia specializes in romantic trips for couples with a…
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No Hielo – A Cuba Tale
I blame Hemingway. And my love for sweet, fruity cocktails. Picture it: Cuba, 2018, a bar that shall remain nameless (but touts a connection to Ernest himself), and daiquiris. I love me some daiquiris! What’s the first rule of international travel? Don’t drink the water. This is a story of how ice is (shockingly) made from, you guessed it, water. Ice is not your friend in Cuba. Cocktails in Cuba Three friends walk into a Havana bar, where they’re promptly and blatantly ignored by the bartender for a solid 20 minutes. Unbeknownst to each other, each of the friends is thinking how ridiculous the wait is and that maybe they…
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Mnemba Island Snorkeling: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
If you’re traveling to Zanzibar Island in Tanzania, Mnemba island snorkeling trips are one of the more popular activities offered. I recently went on a Mnemba Island snorkeling trip and want to share the good, the bad, and the ugly of these snorkeling trips. Where is Mnemba Island? Mnemba Island is a small private island located about two miles off the coast of Unguja Island, the largest island in the Zanzibar archipelago. This Indian Ocean island is surrounded by a four kilometer oval reef that has been declared a marine conservation area, making it an excellent snorkeling spot as well as a great location for scuba diving. How to Get…
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Underwater Hotel Room at the Manta Resort
Part overwater bungalow, part underwater hotel room, the Underwater Room at the Manta Resort is an experience unlike any other! How to get to the Manta Resort The Manta Resort is located on Pemba Island off the coast of Tanzania in the Zanzibar archipelago. You can fly to Pemba Island from Zanzibar (ZNZ) or Dar es Salaam (DAR) in mainland Tanzania. Be sure to have $50 per person in cash with you when you land for your travel visa. Once you arrive at Pemba airport, it’s about a 90-minute drive to Manta Resort. Check with your airline regarding luggage weight restrictions as many of the flights in the area are…
