Mayabeque

No, the standard Cuban tourist card/visa covers travel throughout Cuba including Mayabeque.

WiFi is limited. You'll need to purchase ETECSA cards for internet access at designated hotspots, mainly in town centers.

Most places only accept cash (CUP or MLC). Bring enough convertible currency (Euros, Canadian dollars) to exchange.

Stay in a casa particular (private homestay), visit agricultural cooperatives, and attend local baseball games.

Very few ATMs exist outside San José de las Lajas. They often don't accept foreign cards. Bring sufficient cash from Havana.

Yes, most travelers need a tourist card (visa) obtainable from Cuban consulates or airlines. Check specific requirements for your nationality.

No, tap water is not safe. Drink bottled or boiled water.

Cuba uses two currencies: the Cuban Peso (CUP) for locals and the Cuban Convertible Peso (CUC) for tourists, though CUC is being phased out. Credit cards from US banks are not accepted.

US dollars are accepted but incur a 10% penalty when exchanging. Better to bring Euros or Canadian dollars.

English is not widely spoken outside tourist areas. Basic Spanish phrases are helpful.

Internet is limited and slow. Wi-Fi is available at some hotels and public parks with prepaid cards.

ATMs are scarce and often unreliable. Bring enough cash for your stay.

Light clothing, sunscreen, insect repellent, a hat, and comfortable walking shoes. A rain jacket if visiting in wet season.

Avoid photographing military or government installations. Ask permission before photographing locals.

Yes, with calm beaches and outdoor activities, but facilities are basic. Suitable for adventurous families.

Nightlife is quiet, with a few local bars and small clubs in towns. Havana is a 30-minute drive for more options.

Mosquito-borne diseases like dengue are present. Use repellent and avoid stagnant water areas.