Here's what I learned: Medical care is free, but medication isn't. Although preventive medical care, diagnostic tests, and medication for hospitalized patients are free, Cubans pay out-of-pocket for outpatient medications.
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Cuba - Level 2: Exercise Increased CautionExercise increased caution in Cuba due to crime. Country Summary: Petty crime is a threat for tourists in Cuba. Also, violent crime, including armed robbery, homicide, and sexual assault, sometimes occurs in Cuba.
Solo Female Travel in Cuba: What to Be Aware OfAlthough Cuba has reasonably low violent crime rates, experiencing harassment while traveling alone here is pretty common. You can expect to be catcalled, beeped at, and asked personal questions about your relationship status or where you are staying.
Cuba offers more budget-friendly options in destinations like Varadero and Holguin, while Mexico provides a wider range of all-inclusive experiences in Cancun, Playa del Carmen, and Puerto Vallarta.
According to a 2022 report from the Cuban Human Rights Observatory (OCDH), 72 percent of Cubans live below the poverty line. 21 percent of Cubans who live below the poverty line frequently go without breakfast, lunch or dinner due to a lack of money. Pensions are among the smallest in the Americas at $9.50/month.