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Great way of seeing some of Cuba if you are short on time - will make you want to visit again! Also great as a single traveller. From inspiring Havana to beautiful Trinidad, dancing, some great cooking, a bit of Che, beaches, beautiful scenery, thousands of photos and some rum - what's not to like?!
What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Trinidad was amazing - then we had a very heavy storm - I have not laughed so much in ages, running through the cobbled streets completely wet through to the safety of the bus. We also went to a nightclub in a cave, and were made to feel very welcome if a little inadequate on the dance floor!
I loved Havana, just being able to explore and wonder around. Definitely check out the market and drive a hard bargain on art work before retiring for another cocktail with your purchases.
What did you think of your group leader?
Toni was great, knowledgable without it feeling like he had a set amount of information he was supposed to tell you. Andreas, our driver, was also fantastic - a very skilful driver of a very clean bus. Both Toni and Andreas included all in the group and made sure all needs were catered for, we had a very mixed age group and a disabled traveller, they made all feel included and really made a positive impact on the holiday.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Bring a big memory stick for photos and a spare battery for the camera. And a torch - if you are walking back at night its a good idea (although if you aren't keen on bugs and spiders perhaps better without one!)
Is there anything else you would like to add?
I thoroughly enjoyed my tour and would love to return to Cuba, if only to complete my mojito glass collection. I would recommend Exodus, especially as a single traveller with a limited amount of holiday time. Great holiday, met some great people and had some amazing experiences.
Jason Lever
A TASTE OF CUBA
Written
A fantastic holiday. Great mix of sight-seeing in cities, alongside beach and Caribbean boat snorkelling downtime. And a brilliant group of 18 people, aged from 21 to nearly 70, half and half solo and couple travellers - not Exodus's doing as a bit pot luck, but clearly their trips attract a great munch of people.
What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Cooling off on a nature trail in the mountains diving (alright, jumping) off a small cliff to swim across a cove. Would not have done on my own but a group of us plucked up courage to brave the waves and rocks!
What did you think of your group leader?
Great welcome and organisation when we arrived from Exodus rep and group leader. The right balance of information about Cuban life given over the tour and ditto for amount of planned stuff versus free time... first ever organised holiday for me and I didn't feel too chaperoned or tied to everything (eg opted out of one long coach ride for day's excursion to do my own day in Havana).
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Follow Exodus advice to just bring sterling and enough for all your needs. Had some fraud on my debit card even though I wasn't using it there! And if you do some wandering in Havana on your own, while it certainly feels safe everywhere, do be aware of constant and persistent hustling as soon as you sit down anywhere or look a tad unsure (it's more than just people being friendly as the group leader said...)
Is there anything else you would like to add?
I went for the 8 day trip not two week one as per review advice by previous trippers. The perfect length would be 9 or 10 days if Exodus were able to offer this option in future, to leave a bit more time to see Havana as well as do all the excursions (if not, grab a few extra days yourself and delay your flight back via Exodus).
A fabulous experience in a warm climate with friendly Cubans, led by an expert guide and in the company of really interesting and fun fellow travellers.
What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
The most fun was learning to make a mojito and then dancing the salsa.
The whole trip was inspirational in that it gave us an understanding of life in today's Cuba.
What did you think of your group leader?
Humberto was fantastic; knowledgeable and fun.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
We extended this visit by a week staying in hotels and casas particulares in a couple of locations. It was really beneficial for us to have got used to travelling within Cuba by taking part in the Exodus trip and we also started our independent travelling with a much better understanding of the country. It did help that one of us could speak basic Spanish. In Cuba buses run on time. We felt totally safe wandering round in Cuba even at night, there is very little crime against tourists.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Bring a camera with HD filming option to catch the sounds as well as the sights.
Jeanpierre Darque
A TASTE OF CUBA
Written
Cuba offers visitors so many fascinating aspects, it is so close to mighty America and yet so different ! It is one of the last bastions of communism, there was nothing on which to spend money (except Rhum and tobacco) and it has none of the trappings of consumerism / no advertising! Refreshing world and a beautiful island, clean, people are well educated and peaceful but poor! Cuba is slowly opening up - go now and you should not be disapppointed.
What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Swimming in the Bay of Pigs and our visit around Trinidad! I wish we could have spent more time around Vinares (at least one night hotel around there instead of Havanna on the last days!)
What did you think of your group leader?
Umberto was fabulous - very thoughful and well organised. He made sure we had what was needed and nothing was too much trouble for him. Very chatty too!
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Relax - climate is good - do not take too much stuff - food is not that bad for tourists (infact quite good and comparable to many other holiday place). Take small presents for kids if you like (preferably not money).
Is there anything else you would like to add?
I wish we had more time to explore the Island on our own and listen to the music - people have time to chat - it is a relax place. Havanna is an absolute jowel in terms of architecture - many building unfortunately are falling apart but The Old Havanna is being beautifully restored.. a wonderful place to strawl and have coffee - local coffee is very good .. enjoy!
What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
The beauty and diveristy of Havana is amazing - the buildings, architecture and colours are even better than the photos you see. There is so much to see that there just isn't time on this trip to see and visit it all! The beach at Cayo Blanco and countryside of Vinales is picturesque and there is no better place than to have a mojito or two than Cuba!
What did you think of your group leader?
Mariella, the leader was excellent - well organised and always listening to the needs of the group. She also organised extra activities such as being driven around Havana in classic cars and chose excellent restaurants serving nice food.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Definitely go, especially as the pace of change in Cuba is increasing.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Cuban food isn't particually spicy unlike other Caribbean countries - few spices or sauces so take some tabasco sauce if that is more your preference.
Wayne Cornell
A TASTE OF CUBA
Written
Wonderful tour taking in the best Cuba has to offer.
What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Walking the streets of Havana, experiencing the old world charm and attending a Cuban disco where you see local people enjoying themselves in an almost tourist free environment.
What did you think of your group leader?
Fantastic - She knew all relevent information and was extremely pleasant and helpful.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Go there before Fidel dies as Cuba still retains that old world feel, free of multinational organisations and brands. I could see the changes in freeing up the restrictions on Cuban people so I would recommend going sooner rather than later.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Travelling in Cuba is not as cheap as you may expect.
The people are nice, the food is average but the experience is worth the effort.
Brendan McGreal
A TASTE OF CUBA
Written
An excellent holiday which underpromised, but overdelivered.
What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
I thoroughly enjoyed quality viewing position of music and dance in Trinidad.
What did you think of your group leader?
Fantastic...Martha went out of her way to improve our holiday at every venture.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
bring mozzy repelant
Is there anything else you would like to add?
I would like to take this opportunity to thank Beth, who dealt with my booking. I foolishly was late in booking my holiday and was effectively too late to book my prefered Cuban holiday. After 2 efforts, i got to speak with Beth, who went out of her way to get me onto my holiday of choice. Within 24hrs she was able to give me the go-ahead for my holiday, so 'Thankyou Beth'. This sort of activity does wonders for your companies reputation and inspires me to come back and holiday with you again. Also a thankyou to our tour guide Martha, who more often than not, was able to upgrade our experience. For example, on the catarmaran trip, the boat quickly filled up with other groups and promised to become a squeeze. Martha worked her charm to get us our own seperate boat to travel on, Horray!! This was only one of the many ways that she helped. I believe that this holiday and your company 'underpromised and over-delivered', making better of our expectations, Thankyou all at Exodus! Brendan
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