Cuba
Overview
Cuba, officially the Republic of Cuba, is a country comprising the island of Cuba, as well as Isla de la Juventud and several minor archipelagos. Cuba is located in the northern Caribbean where the Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic Ocean meet. It is east of the Yucatán Peninsula (Mexico), south of both the U.S. state of Florida and the Bahamas, west of Hispaniola, and north of both Jamaica and the Cayman Islands.
Cuba – Quick Facts
Languages
Spanish
Continent
North America
Population
11.33 million
Capital City
Havana
Best Time to Visit
November to April
Drinkable Tap Water
No
Religion
Roman Catholicism, Santeria
Plug Type
Type A, Type B, Type C, Type L
Safety
Travel Advisory
Level 3 – Reconsider travel
Cuba is generally safe for tourists. However, petty crime such as pickpocketing or bag-snatching is common, especially in Havana. Tourists are advised to be cautious at all times.
Remember to get your travel insurance! Our recommended insurer is SafetyWing
Budget
Currency
$ – Cuban Peso
Places to Visit in Cuba
Experiences
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