Tourist guide Cuba

Cuba is the largest of the Caribbean islands and is becoming an increasingly popular holiday destination with over 2 million visitors a year. With its favourable climate, beaches, colonial architecture and distinct cultural history, Cuba has long been an attractive destination from around the globe.

The coastline is magnificent with sandy beaches, deep bays and colourful coral reefs and are often overlooked by the towering mountains and rolling hills. Visitors love the warm and hospitable people, the dazzling night clubs, the conga drums and the spicy delicious food.

Business travellers will love this tropical retreat due to its exquisite beaches and glorious flora and fauna. You will find professional service and first class meeting facilities with all the warmth and colours of the Caribbean. The beauty, relaxed atmosphere and excellent facilities help make Cuba a suitable place to meet, attend an event or fair, or for an unforgettable incentive trip.

Identity card

Capital :
Havana

Main cities :
Havana, Santiago de Cuba and Trinidad.

Official language :
Spanish

Currency :
Cuban peso (CUP) : 10 CUP = 0.323 EUR / 10 CUP = 0.45 USD.

Public Holidays :
New Year's Day / Liberation Day = 1 January 2011/2012
Armed Forces Victory = 2 January 2011/2012
Labour Day = 1 May 2011/2012
Independence Day = 20 May 2011/2012
Moncada Anniversary = 25 July 2011/2012
Moncada Barracks Attack Day = 26 July 2011/2012
National Revolution Day = 27 July 2011/2012
Anniversary of the War of Independence = 10 October 2011/2012
Christmas Day = 25 December 2011/2012