Essentials

How to travel from Havana to Santiago de Cuba, Viazul buses, domestic flights, private drivers, and what actually works on this long route.

All you need to know about buying & using a tourist sim card in Cuba in 2026 – how to buy a sim card in Cuba, top up, prices & collection

All you need to know about buying & using an eSIM in Cuba in 2026 – how to buy an eSIM for Cuba, how to top up, prices, and how to use them.

Our 2026 Cuba Packing list covers what to bring to Cuba for personal use, what to take to Cuba for the locals and what not to take to Cuba

How to go from Havana Airport to Havana in 2026 - taxi, shared shuttle, & buses to travel to Havana from Havana Airport.

A practical guide to going from Varadero to Viñales, covering private transfers, day trips, and bus connections via Havana.

Complete Cuban cigar guide with the history of Cuban cigars, how Cuban tobacco is grown + Cuban cigar factories + tobacco plantations.

What's the electric socket situation in Cuba? Here's what you can expect with sockets and power in Cuba and the best power adapter for Cuba

When is the best time to travel to Cuba? Our guide covers what to look for - the cheapest time to travel Cuba and when not to travel

The climate of Cuba – warm, humid,with high rainfall means that there are mosquitoes in Cuba. Here's all about Cuban mosquitoes & sand flies.

What you need to know about the US ESTA after visiting Cuba – information, dates, and practical advice on flights and visas