What to stay away from in Cuba?

Don't stop for hitch-hikers as they've also been known to carry out attacks. Beware of pickpockets and bag-snatchers, especially in Old Havana, on public transport, at major tourist sites and in nightclubs. Don't carry large amounts of cash, avoid wearing expensive jewellery and leave valuables in the hotel safe.



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Pharmacies are almost empty and medication is hard to come by. These days, a growing black market on the internet is one of the few places where Cubans can find commodities such as antibiotics, soap or toilet paper. Cuba is certainly no stranger to food shortages and a lack of access to basic items.

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Where to stay in Cuba. American citizens are not currently allowed to stay in Cuba's government-run hotels or use most state-owned enterprises. Instead, it's best to opt for private accommodation such as apartments, B&Bs and homestays (known in Cuba as casas particulares).

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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.

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It's one of the safest destinations, if not the safest, in the caribbean. I have been there over 40 times myself, 30 of which I have stayed and lived off resort among the Cubans themselves. If you are going to Cayo Coco you will be even safer as it's only hotels there, no Cubans live there.

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Let us consider the following specifics about income in Cuba: The minimum wage is set at 2,100 CUP (Cuban Pesos) per month. The average salary in Cuba is around 4,000 CUP per month (see Table 1 below). The average salary of health and professionals with higher education is around 6,000 CUP per month.

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