Safety info for Cuba:
General: Reasonable in tourist areas.
Watch Out: Pickpocketing in crowded bars.
Scams: Overpriced bar touts.
Stay smart, stay safe.
Cuba safety update
Started by CalgaryKevin · 3 Mar 2026 · 956 views
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Adding my experience from 3 weeks ago.
The scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more competition.
The scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more competition.
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3 Mar 2026 at 17:32
Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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5 Mar 2026 at 10:05
Just booked my flights! Thanks for the motivation.
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7 Mar 2026 at 05:54
I'd rate it similarly. Solid 9/10 destination.
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9 Mar 2026 at 02:17
Interesting take but I think you overpaid. Try negotiating next time.
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9 Mar 2026 at 13:37
Thanks for the write-up. Very helpful for my upcoming trip.
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10 Mar 2026 at 20:03
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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11 Mar 2026 at 07:17
Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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11 Mar 2026 at 17:47
Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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11 Mar 2026 at 20:39
Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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12 Mar 2026 at 01:38
Been going for years. The scene has stayed consistent.
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13 Mar 2026 at 04:59
+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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15 Mar 2026 at 04:03
Adding my experience from 3 weeks ago.
The scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more competition.
The scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more competition.
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16 Mar 2026 at 04:05
I'd also recommend downloading Grab before you go. Essential.
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17 Mar 2026 at 22:38
Interesting take but I think you overpaid. Try negotiating next time.
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Adding my experience from February.
The scene has improved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: better quality overall.
The scene has improved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: better quality overall.
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18 Mar 2026 at 22:53
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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20 Mar 2026 at 03:42
Hmm, I had a different experience. Prices were lower when I went. Maybe timing matters.
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21 Mar 2026 at 19:12
Did you use an agency or find girls at bars?
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