Cuba |
Cuba might not be your first stop in the Caribbean, but it's a fascinating place to visit with older kids. These tips come from a friend who visited Cuba with her twelve year old nephew. She said, " No matter where you look, youll see something you havent seen before. Its a world away." |
Havana (La Habana) | |||
Varadero Beach Relax and spend a beach day in the crystal blue waters and white sand beaches at Varadero. Kids will also enjoy a boat ride to explore the reefs. Get a horse and buggy ride around town too. | |||
Bellamar caves (Cuevas de Bellamar, Matanzas) Close to Veradero, visit the Bellamar caves. Classic stalagtite and stalagmite formations in these nifty limestone caves. | |||
Cueva del Indio, Vinales Valley This large cave was once inhabited by local Indians and you can still see petroglyphs on the rocks. The best part is a boat ride across an underground lake in the cave. Much more fun than Pirates of the Carribean at Disneyland. The Vinales Valley is also beautiful countryside. | |||
Ride horses Riding horses is a great way to see the Cuban countryside, lush green fields and red ochre earth. Arrange through your hotel, or look for places to rent horses in the countryside. |
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Tip: Everywhere you go, youll hear Cuban music. Many of the cafes in Old Havana have live bands. |
Fun food |
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Try the fresh sugar cane drink. In the hotels, banana shakes are a good choice. Ice cream is also delicious in mango and coconut flavors. |
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