Why Varadero?

Varadero is a SUPERIOR BEACH destination!
Some call it the world’s greatest beach – fine, white sand and an average year-round water temperature of 24 ºC-26ºC

When to go?

Varadero is a “year-round” destination . The hot, rainy season runs anytime from May to October but winter, December to April, is the peak season. This is when most of the Canadians and Europeans arrive. Cubans take their holidays in July and August, so this is when the local beaches are most crowded. Christmas, Easter and the period around mid-end July, when Cubans celebrate the anniversary of the revolution, are also very busy.

 Where to stay?

While Varadero has accommodations for every taste and budget, we suggest you to stay in a 4 star hotel at the very least. It is important to choose the best resort that you can afford as you will be spending most of your time there and don’t forget, your all-inclusive package take care of your meals too!

What to do? Where to go?

While many spend days on the heavenly beaches and bright turquoise waters but Cueva de San Ambrosio is an interesting archaeological site not to be missed. This is where you will see the African slave cave art plus eye catching antiques of the fabulous vintage cars of the 1950’s + 1960’s are everywhere – a true collector car enthusiast heaven!

If time allows, join a tour package to Havana – the capital of Cuba ! A city that has never-ending symphony of movement and music. It is also lined with glorious Spanish colonial architecture.

Matanzas City and Cayo Piedra Underwater Park are popular attractions too:

Matanzas City
Canímar woods on the outskirts of Matanzas are best seen from the river. At the mouth of the river is a small colonial castle (El Morrillo) where a the bodies of two revolutionaries rest in a mausoleum. The castle also has an archaeological museum with ecological displays.

Vigía Square , site of the original town, has the Junco Palace Historical Museum , the 19th century Sauto Theatre and an exhibition of ancient fire-fighting equipment in the former military headquarters.

 

Le Triolet French pharmacy, built in 1882, is still stocked with ancient drugs, utensils and porcelain medicine flasks, all preserved under glass on the store’s original shelves of hand-finished Cuban wood.

 

Bellamar Cave, on the outskirts of Matanzas , is one of the Caribbean ’s largest and most beautiful underground formations. Two kilometres of underground passages are covered in peculiar stalagmites, stalactites and calcite crystals.

 

Cayo Piedra Underwater Park – this park to the northeast features several shipwrecks where schools of colourful, tropical fish and crustaceans gather.

Party animals?! Join the Cuban-style nightlife— salsa, rum, and cigars. It is not as authentic anywhere else! Varadero has lots of restaurants, bars and nightclubs. The prices in the restaurants are the same as on other Caribbean islands, the clubs, as a rule, are less expensive.

Where to eat?

As almost all of the packages to Varadero are all-inclusive where meals and local drinks are included. Try to choose a resort that has both buffet and a la carte (at least two a la carte) restaurants so that you can try different types of food. Don’t forget to try the famous Cuban coffee when you’re there – it’s great!

How to get around?

We recommend you to join a tour package to visit different attractions. Tour package can be arranged through hotel front desks.

The Weather

Seasonal Highs and Lows (ºC)

Currency

Cuban Convertible Pesos (CUC). US dollars and American Express Credit Card/Travellers’ Cheque are no longer allowed. [click here to find out the latest exchange rate]

 Other information you should know!

A valid passport is required for Canadians travelling to Cuba. Tourist visa supplied on arrival.

Departure tax (25 pesos convertible) has to be paid in cash.

Want to know more?!

Our Varadero Specialist, Jane, visited Varadero with her husband and had a wonderful time! “Superior beaches – white sand, calm turquoise water of the Atlantic and Azure sky. Varadero is perfect if you’re looking for a holiday to relax”, said Jane. Jane will be happy to share her Cuban experience with you. Call her at (604) 273-8228.

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Disclaimer: This article is being written based on the travel experiences of our consultants. There are many sources to review in preparation of making the most of your “Varadero” experience. The tips are subjective and do not necessarily represent the views of travelSavingstoday.com.