Though it is technically legal for Americans to visit Cuba (it was ruled as non-constitutional to ban travel to any location), it is not legal to spend money there. Because of this, travel to Cuba is essentially considered illegal and it can be difficult to book travel there if originating from the United States. Violating this law could result in civil penalties and even criminal prosecution. However, the law has several notable exceptions.
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Visiting Cuba: Restaurants
The dining scene in Cuba, like most everything else, is closely overseen by the government. A tourist can find an abundance of seafood and beef in government-operated diners, but one who stays in these protected areas will not be able to appreciate the island’s unique cuisine and culture.
Locals and seasoned tourists alike will tell you the best food in the country is found the private restaurants run inside homes, known to the locals as paladares. Cubans generally do not use aggressive spices, favoring onions, garlic, and cumin instead. …
Long stretches of fine white-sand beaches, historic colonial architectures, and a relaxing sun-blessed atmosphere are just few of the reasons why people visit Cuba. To thoroughly enjoy visiting Cuba, it is recommended that tourists stay in these top hotels.
Hotel Plaza
To the northwestern tip of Cuba, in La Habana, the Hotel Plaza sits on Ignacio Agramonte, No. 267, Habana Vieja. The Hotel Plaza, with its grand architecture, is similar to the typical American historic hotels. This hotel boasts of stained-glass skylights and gorgeous bas-relief ceilings. It has its own share of …
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