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Téléphoner à Cuba (cubacell)
by Ge25
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Original post
Bonjour,
J'ai un ami qui habite cuba et avant il avait acces a internet mais maintenant c'est de plus en plus compliquer. Je l'ai vu la semaine dernière et il m'a dit que le meilleur moyen était de le rejoindre sur son cell maintenant.
Il m'a dit qu'avec cubacell jusqu'au 13 decembre si je compose 00 avant son numero il ne paye pas de frais (mais il n'avait pas plus de detail), qqn est au courant? (j'ai jamais telephoner a cuba) autre chose, les message texte sont beaucoup plus économique mais mon cell est fournit par la compagnie et je n'ai aps droit aux messages textes, est-ce possible d'envoyer des messages textes via internet?
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merci de prendre le temps de me renseigner
Pour la promo Cubacell, c'est exact. Jusqu'au 13 déc.
bonjour
je suis a cuba et l' info est juste. Vous devez tout simplement composer le numero comme d'habitude (011 53.....etc) et cette appel ne coutera rien a la personne qui recoit.
Si vous avez un abonement Rogers vous pourriez envoyer des messages sans aucun probleme, par contre si vous etes sur bell ou un autre ce n'est pas possible. J'ai mon frere qui habite a montreal et nous nous envoyons des messages souvent.
j'espere que cette information sera utile. bonne journe
A.
j'espere que cette information sera utile. bonne journe
A.
Bonjour,
Oui, jusqu'au 12 décembre, tu peux appeller sur son cell de Cubacell. Il n'y a pas de frais pour lui. C'est toi qui paie les frais. Le meilleur marché, c'est d'acheter une carte d'appel: www.nobelcom.com, tu te crée un compte sur ce site, tu achètes la carte: hello Cuba cell, cà vient en montant de 20 $, 40 $ ou plus, mais comme le spécial pour lui, est jusqu'au 12 décembre seulement, fais attention à quel montant tu achètes, sinon après tu vas perdre tes minutes. La compagnie va te donner un PIN number et avec cà, tu peux l'appeller pour 0.49 cents la minute. C'est le meilleur marché que j'ai trouvé. Mon mari est Cubain et comme je communique avec lui sur une base régulière, faut trouver des moyens, car directement par Bell ou ton fournisseur de téléphone, tu vas payer jusqu'à 3.00$ la minute et cà, on parle pas à partir de ton cell, où là c'est $ 4.00 la minute !!!
Tu dois faire le 011-53 et son numéro de cell si tu appelles direct.
Si tu passes pas Nobel, ils vont t'envoyer toutes les instructions par email, c'est très facile.
Bonne chance dans tes communications avec Cuba !!!
Oui, jusqu'au 12 décembre, tu peux appeller sur son cell de Cubacell. Il n'y a pas de frais pour lui. C'est toi qui paie les frais. Le meilleur marché, c'est d'acheter une carte d'appel: www.nobelcom.com, tu te crée un compte sur ce site, tu achètes la carte: hello Cuba cell, cà vient en montant de 20 $, 40 $ ou plus, mais comme le spécial pour lui, est jusqu'au 12 décembre seulement, fais attention à quel montant tu achètes, sinon après tu vas perdre tes minutes. La compagnie va te donner un PIN number et avec cà, tu peux l'appeller pour 0.49 cents la minute. C'est le meilleur marché que j'ai trouvé. Mon mari est Cubain et comme je communique avec lui sur une base régulière, faut trouver des moyens, car directement par Bell ou ton fournisseur de téléphone, tu vas payer jusqu'à 3.00$ la minute et cà, on parle pas à partir de ton cell, où là c'est $ 4.00 la minute !!!
Tu dois faire le 011-53 et son numéro de cell si tu appelles direct.
Si tu passes pas Nobel, ils vont t'envoyer toutes les instructions par email, c'est très facile.
Bonne chance dans tes communications avec Cuba !!!
t'as ben raison, on a reçu un message sur le Cell de mon mari cette semaine qui expliquait l'extension de la promotion au 13-03-2008, ben tant mieux !!!
Allo
il est possible denvoyer un message texte par internet via le logiciel skype c 10 cent par emssage et ca marche aek la compagnie cubacell
:)
:)
bonjour jaimerais bien savoir comment faire pour le site skype silteplais donne moi des détail .. cela serait tres apprécier ... je uis aller sur le site mais je ne sais ou aller pour envoyer un sms meci a lavance
AleXA XxX
Allo, pourrais-tu me dire s'il existe des cartes d'appel comme Vox ou autre qui offre des bon tarifs pour appeler sur téléphone à Cuba mais pas un cellulaire?
Merci
Merci
Découvertes
en passant, ça fonctionne tres bien pour envoyer des SMS sur un cell de cubacell avec skype. Et c'est seulement 0.11$ par SMS. C'est moins cher avec skype d'envoyer un SMS a Cuba que d'en envoyer un ici au canada. Mon ami les recois bien mais ne peut pas y répondre (vu que c'est avec skype) et ça lui coute rien. Donc bonne façon de donner des nouvelles régulièrement ou envoyer un message urgent!
Bonjour à tous,
J'ai beaucoup cherché pour trouver le meilleur tarif et je crois que c'est le 1010100 qui offre le meilleur prix pour Cuba (95¢/min). Pour l'utiliser avec notre cell on doit aller sur leur site web http://www.telehop.com/1010100/ et ils expliquent comment. Mais à partir de nos téléphones de résidences c'est facile avec 1010100 avant de composer le numéro 01153 etc. La ligne est vraiment bonne, ça sonne rapidement. Un truc pour toutes les cartes ou compagnies comme ça : NE LAISSEZ JAMAIS SONNER PLUS QU'UNE MINUTE!!! Raccrochez et recommencez. Même si ça ne répond pas, après 1 minute ils chargent... tout ce qui est moins d'une minute peut vous être remboursé ou ne sera pas chargé. Croyez moi je l'ai appris avec YAK 1010925 (j'utilisais eux avant pour 1, 49$/min), j'ai dû payer tous les appels de 2 minutes auquels je n'avais même pas eux de sonnerie!!! Ils ont remboursé seulement les appels de 1 minute. Alors attention car ça monte vite, 6 appels de 2 minutes revient à 18$ et vous n'avez même pas entendu une sonnerie à ce prix 😕
J'ai trouvé aussi la carte Vox Fiesta qui est ridicule... 1, 65$ la minute (6 minutes par carte de 10$) (que j'ai utilisé avec mon cell) mais la ligne est pas bonne et si on laisse sonner trop longtemps ça prend les minutes et après les fonds ne sont pas suffisants pour utiliser le reste de la carte... alors moi je recommande pas cette carte!
Bonne chance! Moi je me demandais ça revient à combien d'acheter un cell à notre ami à Cuba?? Le cell? La ligne? et mensuellement?
Merci!
J'ai beaucoup cherché pour trouver le meilleur tarif et je crois que c'est le 1010100 qui offre le meilleur prix pour Cuba (95¢/min). Pour l'utiliser avec notre cell on doit aller sur leur site web http://www.telehop.com/1010100/ et ils expliquent comment. Mais à partir de nos téléphones de résidences c'est facile avec 1010100 avant de composer le numéro 01153 etc. La ligne est vraiment bonne, ça sonne rapidement. Un truc pour toutes les cartes ou compagnies comme ça : NE LAISSEZ JAMAIS SONNER PLUS QU'UNE MINUTE!!! Raccrochez et recommencez. Même si ça ne répond pas, après 1 minute ils chargent... tout ce qui est moins d'une minute peut vous être remboursé ou ne sera pas chargé. Croyez moi je l'ai appris avec YAK 1010925 (j'utilisais eux avant pour 1, 49$/min), j'ai dû payer tous les appels de 2 minutes auquels je n'avais même pas eux de sonnerie!!! Ils ont remboursé seulement les appels de 1 minute. Alors attention car ça monte vite, 6 appels de 2 minutes revient à 18$ et vous n'avez même pas entendu une sonnerie à ce prix 😕
J'ai trouvé aussi la carte Vox Fiesta qui est ridicule... 1, 65$ la minute (6 minutes par carte de 10$) (que j'ai utilisé avec mon cell) mais la ligne est pas bonne et si on laisse sonner trop longtemps ça prend les minutes et après les fonds ne sont pas suffisants pour utiliser le reste de la carte... alors moi je recommande pas cette carte!
Bonne chance! Moi je me demandais ça revient à combien d'acheter un cell à notre ami à Cuba?? Le cell? La ligne? et mensuellement?
Merci!
DinaLuna
Avec Cubacell ca m'a couter 110 pesos pour la ligne.....
tu peux amener un cell d'ici quadribande rogers ou fido..... mon copain m'a dit que c'était préférable, que les cells quils vendent sont assez dispendieux pour la qualité!
et ensuite ca marche a la carte..... chaque message texte sortant coute 1 peso... les entrants coutent rien.... rien pour les appels entrants aussi en ce moment !
assez dispendieux....
et ensuite ca marche a la carte..... chaque message texte sortant coute 1 peso... les entrants coutent rien.... rien pour les appels entrants aussi en ce moment !
assez dispendieux....
http://www.axissms.com/ tu peux aussi envoyer des messages texte ici et ca vas bien.
Bonjour
Ne vous inquiétez pas, les appels outre mers ne leur coutent rien jusqu'au 13 décemnre 2008. Cubacell extensionne ce délai régulièrement. Verifiez si vous le voulez sur le site de cubacel.com
Au plaisir
Lyne
Ne vous inquiétez pas, les appels outre mers ne leur coutent rien jusqu'au 13 décemnre 2008. Cubacell extensionne ce délai régulièrement. Verifiez si vous le voulez sur le site de cubacel.com
Au plaisir
Lyne
cest pour ca que quand jappelle mon mari il me dit toujours que sa ne lui coute rien..
je trouvais ca étrange aussi.
bon ben tant mieux au moins un qui ne va pas payer de frais quand la promo sera termine mon mari devrait bien etre avec moi alors... ouf..
Chica Cubana
Cheers!!!
Cheers!!!
Si tu achète un cellulaire au black il en ont des bons à 40$ et plus.
La ligne 110$cup et ensuite 10$cup pour une carte.
La ligne 110$cup et ensuite 10$cup pour une carte.
nulle part pour le moment, je sais par experience qu ils extensionnent regulierement, ils avisent le proprietaire du cell quelques jours avant l expiration et on peut le voir sur le site aussi
Y a-t-il des frais de réseau ou autres frais minimum d'utilisation? J'ai lu sur le site qu'il y a un carrier cost recovery fee... alors finalement, est-ce que ces frais de 11, 9% du montant total des appels internationaux apparaissent sur ta facture? Si c'est le cas... je ne suis pas sûre que ça vaille la peine
Merci!!
Merci!!
Eli
Bonjour,
Je vois que vous connaissez beaucoup les informations de cubacel Moi ce que je viens de faire jai recharcher le cell a mon chum sur le site cubacel, mais le probleme c'est que ça été approuver, mais lui il a pas recu l'argent dans son cellulaire???? Alors je sais pas si vous connaissez comment recharger le celulaire de cuba en ligne sur internet... donnez moi des nouvelle merci ..
Je vois que vous connaissez beaucoup les informations de cubacel Moi ce que je viens de faire jai recharcher le cell a mon chum sur le site cubacel, mais le probleme c'est que ça été approuver, mais lui il a pas recu l'argent dans son cellulaire???? Alors je sais pas si vous connaissez comment recharger le celulaire de cuba en ligne sur internet... donnez moi des nouvelle merci ..
moi j'utilise compra-d-todo pour recharger le cell de mon mari et ça fonctionne à merveille ça me coûte 13.50 canadien pour 10 cuc dans son cell
Cuba si !!!
Vous êtes drôles, vous répondez à des messages d'il y a 1-2-3 ans.
El Che De Montréal
ok merci beaucoup et est ce qu'il recoivent-il l'argent dans son cellulaire toute suite .... ou il y a un delai??? merci jattend de vos reponse.
hey il le reçoivent à leur email... fake ça s'appel melent toi de tes affaires au lieux de rajouter des commentaire inutile....
rebonjour encore,
peut-tu me donner le site exactement svp pour être sure svp parce que je viens de faire un trasanction aujourdhui avec cubacel et il m'ont Arnaker..... alors jai pas envie que ça me fasse une deuxième fois merci....
peut-tu me donner le site exactement svp pour être sure svp parce que je viens de faire un trasanction aujourdhui avec cubacel et il m'ont Arnaker..... alors jai pas envie que ça me fasse une deuxième fois merci....
http://www.compra-dtodo.com/ tu dois t'enregistrer en cliquant sur moviles puis il recevra l'argent dans son cellulaire dans les 24 hres suivantes , j'ai jamais eu de problème et mes amis non plus , ils vont l'appeler pour demander ton nom et vérifier que c'est le bon numéro donc il doit avoir ton nom au complet
Cuba si !!!
Merci! beaucoup...
Bonjour
Pour texter à Cuba rien de meiux à mon avis qu'un cellulaire Fido, pour 15 $ par mois, tu envoies tous les textos que tu veux. Mon mari est Cubain, il a ce forfait et sa fille de 18 ans vit avec nous depuis juillet 2011, et elle aussi a ce forfait. Pour les appels, Comwave est encore le meilleur sur le marché.
Pour texter à Cuba rien de meiux à mon avis qu'un cellulaire Fido, pour 15 $ par mois, tu envoies tous les textos que tu veux. Mon mari est Cubain, il a ce forfait et sa fille de 18 ans vit avec nous depuis juillet 2011, et elle aussi a ce forfait. Pour les appels, Comwave est encore le meilleur sur le marché.
wow ! belle photo ! Vous etes super beau...merci pour l'info .Donc je comprend que je peux juste avoir un forfait texte pour 15 seulement...est-ce que tu sait à eux combien ca coute la bas...et pour les appels comvave je vais faire une recgerche sur internet...je suis a Mtl..je me procure un cell fido ou est-ce que tu sais..aussi je n'ai pas besoin de contrat?J'aimerais garder mon plan avec belle car j'ai 5 cell à mon nom pour la buisness...Tu me semble très gentille et je vois que tu connais surement bien Cuba .J'y retourne en janvier avec quelques questionnement et inquiétude ca fais plusieurs fois que je voyage mais je me prépare à partir seule et avion seulement alors ouf..je sais qu'il y a des choses à faire et ne pas faire là bas et ca fait un bout que je cherche quelqu'un pour bien me renseigner.Si tu veux m'aider d'avantage fais moi signe je communiquerais avec toi en privée!🙂


Re: Cuba - envoi de SMS depuis le 27 mai? (en réponse à...)
2 décembre 2011 à 10:07
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Bonjour,
J ai un iphone 3 gs avec la compagnie ROGERS et des fois ma femme qui est Cubaine ne recevait pas mes messages que je lui envoyait par cellulaire...j ai noter sur ma facture que chaque message envoyer par mon cellulaire me coutait 40 cennes alors j ai chercher via internet un site pour envoyer des messages, j utilise depuis 2 mois enviarsmsacuba.com et cela revient a 5 cennes du message... En deux mois j ai envoyer 140 message sur le cellulaire de ma femme, elle adore ca.... A noter, ayant un telephone intelligent, il s agit de se rendre a l adresse internet et de taper son message, elle le recoit instantanement.... De plus, on peut faire la meme chose via son laptop .... Il s agit de se faire un profil et d approvisionner le compte la premiere fois, j ai mis 10 dollars ainsi je peux envoyer 200 sms....solution economique...
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Best,
renaldito
Hi! We’re visiting Guadeloupe for the first time in January. We’re looking for accommodation near Deshaies to start our trip. A quiet spot, not too far from the sea so we can walk there. Any suggestions are welcome!
Have a great day!
Have a great day!
Hi everyone,
I’ve just returned from 15 days in Cuba and wanted to share my experience along with some practical tips for those planning a trip there.
1. Formalities:
- Passport valid for at least 6 months after your return. - E-visa: apply online (payment by bank transfer only via the embassy of your choice): evisacuba.cu or through an agency novelacuba.com (card payment on their site—I had to go with this option and recommend it because the Cuban embassy in Brussels apparently never received my transfer...) - Digital D’Viajeros form to fill out a few days before departure - Mandatory health insurance
2. Currency/budget - Plan your entire budget in cash; card payments are rare, and withdrawals at the official rate aren’t great. Local currency: CUP (Cuban Peso)
Official rate: ~1 € = 120 CUP → state-run restaurants and shops.
Current unofficial rate: ~1 € = 490 CUP → private restaurants, local bars, Cuban-owned shops.
For exchanging money: The easiest way: ask at your *casa particular* or a local restaurant.
3. My itinerary (15 days)
Havana: 3 nights Viñales: 3 nights Cienfuegos: 1 night Trinidad: 3 nights Varadero: 3 nights Havana: 1 night
Flights: Air Europa from Brussels, with a layover in Madrid. Smooth and pleasant service. Accommodations: *casas particulares* booked on Airbnb except for Varadero (Iberostar Playa Alameda hotel).
Practical tips
Install a VPN before departure (many blocked sites like Instagram and Airbnb).
Download the El Toque app to check the updated CUP exchange rate.
Internet via ETECSA SIM card (~30 € for 10 GB) or Wi-Fi in hotels/*casas*.
Download Maps.me for offline maps.
Intercity travel: shared taxi, Viazul bus, or private transfer through your *casa*.
Electricity: 110 V, sometimes 220 V.
Bring basic supplies and medications—hard to find there.
Cuba requires flexibility and openness: regular power outages, unstable internet (especially in Trinidad).
Finally, my personal take:
I loved my trip to Cuba! It’s a disorienting yet deeply charming country. Poverty is visible, especially in Havana: crumbling buildings, many people asking for help (but no safety concerns!). Bringing some essentials for locals is a good idea (soap, toothpaste, medications, clothes...). Cubans are incredibly welcoming and friendly. A few basics in Spanish help a lot! The vibe is unique: music in every street, musicians everywhere, salsa all around. The variety of landscapes is amazing: colonial architecture, paradise beaches, mountains, waterfalls, lush valleys—you’ll never get bored. Only downside: Varadero, less authentic than the rest of the country, but I expected that! Overall, it was a wonderful trip, and I’d love to go back!
Don’t hesitate if you have any questions! 😉
I’ve just returned from 15 days in Cuba and wanted to share my experience along with some practical tips for those planning a trip there.
1. Formalities:
- Passport valid for at least 6 months after your return. - E-visa: apply online (payment by bank transfer only via the embassy of your choice): evisacuba.cu or through an agency novelacuba.com (card payment on their site—I had to go with this option and recommend it because the Cuban embassy in Brussels apparently never received my transfer...) - Digital D’Viajeros form to fill out a few days before departure - Mandatory health insurance
2. Currency/budget - Plan your entire budget in cash; card payments are rare, and withdrawals at the official rate aren’t great. Local currency: CUP (Cuban Peso)
Official rate: ~1 € = 120 CUP → state-run restaurants and shops.
Current unofficial rate: ~1 € = 490 CUP → private restaurants, local bars, Cuban-owned shops.
For exchanging money: The easiest way: ask at your *casa particular* or a local restaurant.
3. My itinerary (15 days)
Havana: 3 nights Viñales: 3 nights Cienfuegos: 1 night Trinidad: 3 nights Varadero: 3 nights Havana: 1 night
Flights: Air Europa from Brussels, with a layover in Madrid. Smooth and pleasant service. Accommodations: *casas particulares* booked on Airbnb except for Varadero (Iberostar Playa Alameda hotel).
Practical tips
Install a VPN before departure (many blocked sites like Instagram and Airbnb).
Download the El Toque app to check the updated CUP exchange rate.
Internet via ETECSA SIM card (~30 € for 10 GB) or Wi-Fi in hotels/*casas*.
Download Maps.me for offline maps.
Intercity travel: shared taxi, Viazul bus, or private transfer through your *casa*.
Electricity: 110 V, sometimes 220 V.
Bring basic supplies and medications—hard to find there.
Cuba requires flexibility and openness: regular power outages, unstable internet (especially in Trinidad).
Finally, my personal take:
I loved my trip to Cuba! It’s a disorienting yet deeply charming country. Poverty is visible, especially in Havana: crumbling buildings, many people asking for help (but no safety concerns!). Bringing some essentials for locals is a good idea (soap, toothpaste, medications, clothes...). Cubans are incredibly welcoming and friendly. A few basics in Spanish help a lot! The vibe is unique: music in every street, musicians everywhere, salsa all around. The variety of landscapes is amazing: colonial architecture, paradise beaches, mountains, waterfalls, lush valleys—you’ll never get bored. Only downside: Varadero, less authentic than the rest of the country, but I expected that! Overall, it was a wonderful trip, and I’d love to go back!
Don’t hesitate if you have any questions! 😉
Hi,
Several comments recommend bringing mosquito repellent. Got it. Are there a lot of them during the day? And by the seaside? Or are they more present (and voracious) in the evening? Thanks.
Hi everyone,
I bought tickets for Martinique in April 2025 for 15 days, without really looking into what there was to do, and with the idea in my head that we could: hike, do water activities, swim, visit rum distilleries...
But... I’m worried I’ll get bored over 15 days and I’m considering maybe spending 1 week in Guadeloupe and 1 week in Martinique. For example, I don’t know how to spend a whole afternoon at the beach. 2 hours, max.
I know it’s a personal question and depends on how you travel, but I’d love to hear your thoughts if you’ve done it: - Did you feel too rushed? - Is it reasonable to do? - How much time would you spend on each island?
I’m open to all your comments.
Thanks so much.
Have a lovely afternoon! :)
I bought tickets for Martinique in April 2025 for 15 days, without really looking into what there was to do, and with the idea in my head that we could: hike, do water activities, swim, visit rum distilleries...
But... I’m worried I’ll get bored over 15 days and I’m considering maybe spending 1 week in Guadeloupe and 1 week in Martinique. For example, I don’t know how to spend a whole afternoon at the beach. 2 hours, max.
I know it’s a personal question and depends on how you travel, but I’d love to hear your thoughts if you’ve done it: - Did you feel too rushed? - Is it reasonable to do? - How much time would you spend on each island?
I’m open to all your comments.
Thanks so much.
Have a lovely afternoon! :)
Hi everyone,
I’ve just returned from Havana after an 18-day stay from October 8th to 26th.
From Montreal, you have to go through Varadero Airport. I now break up the airport-to-Havana transfer with a SUPER pleasant stopover halfway, in the historic village of Hershey (Camilo Cienfuegos). Quebecer Anne-Marie has renovated a century-old house there, and every stay of mine feels like a peaceful oasis. Amazing food, a pool, impeccable hospitality—I highly recommend it! Casa Cub'Anita.
Life for Cubans remains just as tough, made even harder right now by tropical viruses spread by mosquitoes. It’s absolutely essential to protect yourself properly. That said, the purchasing power of foreign currency hasn’t changed much, despite skyrocketing inflation. As of today, the US dollar exchanges for nearly 500 pesos on the "informal market."
This was my first time staying in Vieja, in the non-touristy part. I discovered some great little restaurants run by the younger generation. Affordable, excellent food, and remarkably friendly service: El Chanchulero (it was about time I checked it out—unbeatable value for money!), El Café, Jibaro...
Cubans are still as warm and welcoming as ever—bicitaxis, servers, markets. Speaking the language is a huge plus.
Essentials to download from abroad before you leave: the maps.me offline maps app, and the La Nave taxi/motorcycle taxi app, which is super efficient for getting around the capital.
Sending my best to all my friends in Oriente as the hurricane passes, especially to Baracoa. I’m planning to visit this winter.
Cheers!
renaldito
I’ve just returned from Havana after an 18-day stay from October 8th to 26th.
From Montreal, you have to go through Varadero Airport. I now break up the airport-to-Havana transfer with a SUPER pleasant stopover halfway, in the historic village of Hershey (Camilo Cienfuegos). Quebecer Anne-Marie has renovated a century-old house there, and every stay of mine feels like a peaceful oasis. Amazing food, a pool, impeccable hospitality—I highly recommend it! Casa Cub'Anita.
Life for Cubans remains just as tough, made even harder right now by tropical viruses spread by mosquitoes. It’s absolutely essential to protect yourself properly. That said, the purchasing power of foreign currency hasn’t changed much, despite skyrocketing inflation. As of today, the US dollar exchanges for nearly 500 pesos on the "informal market."
This was my first time staying in Vieja, in the non-touristy part. I discovered some great little restaurants run by the younger generation. Affordable, excellent food, and remarkably friendly service: El Chanchulero (it was about time I checked it out—unbeatable value for money!), El Café, Jibaro...
Cubans are still as warm and welcoming as ever—bicitaxis, servers, markets. Speaking the language is a huge plus.
Essentials to download from abroad before you leave: the maps.me offline maps app, and the La Nave taxi/motorcycle taxi app, which is super efficient for getting around the capital.
Sending my best to all my friends in Oriente as the hurricane passes, especially to Baracoa. I’m planning to visit this winter.
Cheers!
renaldito
Hi there,
I’m planning a trip to Cuba this summer and I’d love some info: Is travel insurance really necessary? Can you easily get online by buying a local SIM card or internet card? Apparently, there’s only one currency now—is it better to exchange money with your *casa particular* host? Thanks for all these valuable tips!
I’m planning a trip to Cuba this summer and I’d love some info: Is travel insurance really necessary? Can you easily get online by buying a local SIM card or internet card? Apparently, there’s only one currency now—is it better to exchange money with your *casa particular* host? Thanks for all these valuable tips!
Hi!
I’m heading to Havana for a week in February. I’m looking for a casa particular that’s affordable, clean, and cozy. Since I’ll be traveling alone, I’d love a place where people are welcoming!
Also, I really want to stay in Habana Vieja...
Do you have any recommendations for places you’ve stayed before? I tried booking the casa particular *Chez Nous*, but I never got a response.
Thanks!!
Julie
Do you have any recommendations for places you’ve stayed before? I tried booking the casa particular *Chez Nous*, but I never got a response.
Thanks!!
Julie
Hi fellow travelers,
We're heading to Martinique for a month from mid-January to mid-February.
Our plan is to explore the island by staying in three different spots for 10 days each, on both sides of the island...
Could you share some great tips on where to stay for an authentic experience and what we absolutely must see?!
Thanks for your help! Voyamie.
Thanks for your help! Voyamie.
Hi there,
In March 2026 I’ll be at the Club Med in Sainte-Anne and I’m thinking of heading to Les Saintes at the end of my stay.
Do you know what the most convenient way to get there is?
Thanks so much!
Hi everyone.
For those traveling to Cuba and then planning to go to the USA, you won’t be able to get your ESTA for the United States (same applies) if you’ve been to Cuba after 2021 due to a law passed by Donald Trump (a law that Biden later repealed).
You’ll have no choice but to apply for a visa, which costs 200 € (and approval isn’t guaranteed even after payment).
If you’re in this situation, the process to get this visa will be a real hassle—you’ll need to book an appointment at the U.S. Embassy in Paris. It’s the only embassy in France authorized to handle your application after you’ve filled out the visa request on the official website.
If you try to cheat by applying for an ESTA for the USA, just know that the American administration has ways of finding out if you’ve been to Cuba. 😉
What would you recommend at the airport to get to Ste Anne... Taxis or rideshares?
Can you point me to a good one?
I'm looking for information on the islands of Puerto Rico, St. Barthélemy, and St. Martin for March 2026.
What is there to see, and if possible, prices or tips, please?
Thanks, Michel V.
Hi everyone,
I’ve booked a room at an all-inclusive in Varadero for January 2025. This will be my 3rd trip to Cuba, the last one was 20 years ago.
The whole tipping and gratuities thing is wearing me out. Even though it’s an all-inclusive package, I think it’d be rude not to leave any tips for the bar staff and the housekeeping team, especially.
Here’s what I’m aiming for: 1. Not feeling stingy (or “feeling cheap” for my fellow Quebecers); 2. Not disrespecting Cubans by offering junk or, on the flip side, going overboard and creating unrealistic expectations for future tourists; 3. And most importantly, not spending the whole week wondering if I’m doing the right thing. I’m going there to relax, not to stress!
Can you help me out? Thanks! 🙂
I’ve booked a room at an all-inclusive in Varadero for January 2025. This will be my 3rd trip to Cuba, the last one was 20 years ago.
The whole tipping and gratuities thing is wearing me out. Even though it’s an all-inclusive package, I think it’d be rude not to leave any tips for the bar staff and the housekeeping team, especially.
Here’s what I’m aiming for: 1. Not feeling stingy (or “feeling cheap” for my fellow Quebecers); 2. Not disrespecting Cubans by offering junk or, on the flip side, going overboard and creating unrealistic expectations for future tourists; 3. And most importantly, not spending the whole week wondering if I’m doing the right thing. I’m going there to relax, not to stress!
Can you help me out? Thanks! 🙂
Hi there,
I’m planning our upcoming trip to Guadeloupe. We’re looking for a place to stay where human contact is a priority, with air conditioning, close to the beaches, and clean.
We’ve had several responses. After doing some research online, I was able to rule out quite a few options. But now I’m deciding between: Kokoplaj, tipayoune (issue: no AC, just fans—is that a problem?), Résidence Le Zandoli, and Gwada Rêves.
If you have any info or experiences to share, I’d love to hear them! ;-) Thanks for your help! See you soon...
We’ve had several responses. After doing some research online, I was able to rule out quite a few options. But now I’m deciding between: Kokoplaj, tipayoune (issue: no AC, just fans—is that a problem?), Résidence Le Zandoli, and Gwada Rêves.
If you have any info or experiences to share, I’d love to hear them! ;-) Thanks for your help! See you soon...
Hi,
I’ll be staying at Playa Pesquero in Holguin and I’d like to rent a bike or scooter to explore the area. Do you know how I can do that? Thanks
Hi there,
I’m heading to Blau Costa Verde next February and I’d like to rent a scooter to explore the area. Are the roads around Holguín in good condition? I’m thinking of renting one for 1–2 or 3 days to visit Holguín, Gibara, and Banes on my own. Do you recommend it (I’ve got a great sense of direction)? How much does it usually cost to rent a scooter for 2 or 3 days (or a car, though I’d prefer a scooter)? Also, are there any other interesting spots nearby you’d suggest checking out?
Are there any excursions to Santiago, and how much do they typically cost?
Thanks! :)
I’m heading to Blau Costa Verde next February and I’d like to rent a scooter to explore the area. Are the roads around Holguín in good condition? I’m thinking of renting one for 1–2 or 3 days to visit Holguín, Gibara, and Banes on my own. Do you recommend it (I’ve got a great sense of direction)? How much does it usually cost to rent a scooter for 2 or 3 days (or a car, though I’d prefer a scooter)? Also, are there any other interesting spots nearby you’d suggest checking out?
Are there any excursions to Santiago, and how much do they typically cost?
Thanks! :)
hi
need some info—I’m torn between Martinique and Guadeloupe for April.
also, which island is bigger in terms of trip length?
thanks in advance
Hi,
When booking the tickets to Martinique for our family, I must have made a mistake, and on one of the tickets, the third first name is wrong. Michel instead of Joel...
CORSAIR Airlines is telling me I have to buy a new ticket for 1200 € (Christmas period). I think that’s outrageous and, above all, impossible for us.
I’m desperate—I feel like Corsair is really overdoing it.
Is there any recourse? How can I get out of this?
I’m throwing this message in a bottle, just in case...😕
Thanks for your help.
I’m throwing this message in a bottle, just in case...😕
Thanks for your help.
Hi
On a layover in Pointe-à-Pitre—where’s a good place to stay for one night?
Thanks
Hi, I'm looking for a car rental for January 2020 in Guadeloupe. There are several agencies I've seen reviews for—has anyone dealt with Autolagon before?
Thanks!




