Safety update for Cuba based on recent experience and community reports:
General Safety Level: Generally safe for tourists in main areas.
Common Risks:
- Taxi overcharging — always use app-based rides
- Tourist pricing — negotiate or walk away
- Romance scams — be skeptical of offers
Areas to Avoid:
Avoid the area around the bus station at night.
Police Situation:
Avoid any interaction with police if possible.
Stay safe out there.
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Started by PattayaDave · 1 Mar 2026 · 1388 views
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Adding my experience: scene has improved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more online activity.
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Can confirm. Was there recently and everything checks out.
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Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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Did you use an agency or find girls at bars?
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I was there in January and prices were exactly as described. Spent about $120/day all-in.
My tip: avoid weekends.
My tip: avoid weekends.
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Also recommend downloading WhatsApp before you go. Essential.
"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."
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Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.
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I was there in last month and prices were great value. Spent about $80/day all-in.
My tip: avoid weekends.
My tip: avoid weekends.
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Can confirm. Was there recently and everything checks out.
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Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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Different experience for me. Prices were about the same when I went.
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Agreed on all points. Make sure to get a local SIM.
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Did you use an agency or find girls at online?
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Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.
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Quick question — how was the ATM situation?
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Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.
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