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IF YOU GO TO CUBA

Resorts/Hotels: We recommend tipping for good bellboys, Packing Suggestion: Pack trinkets for Cuban children, cray-
maids and bar/restaurant staff. ons and little toys. It was fun to give presents. Nice to bring
a few extra beauty novelties from the States, like lipsticks
Musicians: Are found on every corner and playing in most and nail polish in bright colors to give as thank you. Men
restaurants, especially at dinner. Tip .50 CUC to 1 CUC enjoy U.S. baseball caps or tee shirts.
when the hat comes around.
Politics: Suggest you don’t discuss Cuban politics or religion
Tour guides/drivers: 3 CUC per day. so not to offend anyone.

Restaurants: Tip 10% for standard service if not included- LINKS:
15% for excellent service. https://www.cubaccommodation.com
https://www.lonelyplanet.com/cuba
Taxis: 1 CUC is fine for short-haul trips, 10% for longer https://www.traveladvisor.com
trips.

Shopping: U.S. travelers can bring back $400 worth of
goods and merchandise—but only up to $100 worth of For more information:
alcohol and tobacco products. Additionally, ‘information
materials,’ such as artwork, posters, music, movies, books, Angela Polidor, Travel Specialist
photos and the like can be purchased and brought home
legally, with no limit on quantity or value. Phone: 858-551-9795 • Fax: 858.551.4025 •
Visit: www.virtuoso.com/advisor/angelapolidor
Photography Guidelines In Cuba: It is illegal to take a pho-
tograph of any military, police or airport personnel in Cuba. Joe Lagana, CTC | Global Account Manager
Enforcement of this law is erratic, but if you want to avoid PROTRAVEL INTERNATIONAL, LLC
speculation of spying or unpleasant interrogations from Direct: 646-747-9399
the authorities, just don’t get snap-happy in front of these Joe.lagana@protravelinc.com
officials.

Cuban fashion highlights Plaza de la Cathedral.

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