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A Gap Year In Cuba

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Cigars and Chilling Out

When walking around Havana you'll notice how incredible the architecture of this amazing country really is.

The buildings may be a little crumpled but you can still see how beautiful they were once. But get out of the city, there's a whole world waiting for you with some of the best beaches, friendly people and HUGE cigars.

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 £40 per day

What you’ll love 

 The spirit in Havana
Beautiful beaches
Incredible buildings

What you’ll hate 

 Hustlers following you around.
The lack of shopping opportunities.
Musicians in bars making you buy their CD 

Cost of a beer

 £1.70
Must buy A real Cuban cigar
Must do Try a Mojito
Must Take Driving licence to explore
Dance with your ISIC Tematico Mambo Club (Varadero) - 10% off

Cuba truly lives up to all the hype and Havana must be one of the world's most distinctive cities. There are creaky old Cadillacs and crumbling mansions wherever you turn. Sip cool cocktails in the very bars where Ernest Hemingway drank or listen to the music - it's everywhere, from the countless buskers to the fabulous band and glitzy dancers at the world famous Tropicana nightclub. I even bumped into Ibrahim Ferrer from the Buena Vista Social Club! And of course you have to see the monuments to Fidel, Che and the revolution. Get there before it changes. Phil Acott - Edinburgh Uni Branch

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Whilst you're there

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Experience the best of Cuba, the revolutionary history, faded colonial charm, lush tropical jungles and vibrant Afro-Cuban culture 8 days from £45 per day. 
Cuba means so much more than beaches, cigars and 50's cars. Visit the colonial towns of Havana, Trinidad and Santa Clara, soak up some sun while sailing be catamaran along the Caribbean coast, all from just £50 per day.
Why not cycle, hike & kayak through this beautiful Caribbean Island, taking in its vibrant culture and fascinating history as you go from £52 per day 15 days.

Mid Range: from £27.50 pppn in a twin/dbl room with private facilities at Hotel Inglaterra, Havana. A landmark building in Old Havana, providing a rich taste of what the city was like in the '50's. The Mojitos served in the hotel's street-side bar are said to be the finest in town - oh yes. Budget: from £13.50 pppn in a twin/dbl with private facilities at the Caribbean Hotel, Havana. Located just outside the city walls of Old Havana, this is the perfect budget option to explore the Old Town. Rooms are simple, clean and have air conditioning.

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