Havana

Havana : Travel information before you go!

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A mythical city and a mixture of European and Caribbean cultures, Havana is synonymous with old American cars, the column-propped houses and villas, and a 'step back in time' atmosphere...Havana simply cannot be summed up in one sentence!

pros

The charm of the colonial city
The hospitality of the locals
Excellent service almost everywhere
An unparalleled 1930s feel

cons

The sweltering heat in the summer
The marks left by the embargo

Weather Havana

All overall indicators 60/100 Good

Weather May Year's weather

Temperature indicators 76/100 Good
Bad weather indicators 14/100 Very bad
Sunbathing indicators 50/100 Average
Swimming indicators 86/100 Excellent
Wind indicators 74/100 Good
Temperature indicatorsVery hot :
The maximum temperature is <24°, temperature felt between 33°C and 36°C.
Bad weather indicatorsHeavy rain :
Heavy rain - averaging over 4.5mm per day.
Sunbathing indicatorsSunny intervals :
Cloudy with sunny intervals (40% to 60% cloud cover).
Swimming indicatorsVery pleasant / Optimal :
High air temperature (>24°C), high sea temperature (>24°C), light to moderate winds (between 7 mph and 12 mph).
Wind indicatorsLight warm breeze :
Near optimal comfort: moderate to light winds (between 6 mph and 7 mph) in a warm enviromnment (>24°C).

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Visit Havana

To see

Take a simple stroll around Havana's streets, especially the areas of the old town Havana Vieja where you will discover all of the city's delights. The buildings, although dilapidated, retain their charm. Also visit the many churches and monasteries.

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To do

Wander around in the evenings and enjoy the swing of the salsa music coming from the city's many bars. Live like the locals and take a walk at sunset along the Malecon. Stroll along La Rampa, supposedly 'the Champs Elysées' of Havana.

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To think about

Remember to avoid the cyclone season (October - November). Bring along light clothing and lots of sunscreen.

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To avoid

Avoid making negative or critical comments about Fidel Castro, or ask their opinion on the political regime; this may make Cubans feel uncomfortable.

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To try

Cuban cuisine is quite simple and not diverse. Chicken and rice are its main staples. It is common for potatoes, fried bananas and yams to be served with the main meal. Make it your mission to taste the local lobster!

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To bring back

Of course, Cuban rum is excellent, as are the cigars. The local shirts, known as guayabera and straw hats guajiro are also a good buy. As for the music, you will find many recordings by local artists.

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