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Expect crowds most times of year. Since reopening to tourism in the 1990s, it has returned to its status as a desirable vacation spot.
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Visit the Old Havana (Old Town), which is made up of the port, the official center and the Plaza de Armas. The narrow streets of this area are dotted with numerous buildings of cultural and historical significance.
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Take the bus to get around Cuba if you don't mind crowds. They are well-used and run on fixed routes.
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Travel longer routes by camello, a bus made from a trailer.
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Save money by taking a colectivo (taxi). They run on both long and fixed routes, but will only depart when they are full of passengers.
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To book accommodations, contact Cuba Tourist Board in Canada at (866) 404-CUBA or visit their Web site (see Resources below).
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Find accommodations in Old Havana, the liveliest part of the city. The Hotel Inglaterra is a staple of the area. It is a comfortable hotel in the heart of the action.
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Choose Central Havana for your accommodations for a quieter atmosphere, but be aware that certain parts of this area are a bit seedy.
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Enjoy beautiful views of the ocean at the legendary Hotel Nacional in the Vedado area of Havana. It is known for its nice restaurant and live performances by local musicians.
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Stay in casas particulars for the most economical accommodations. Similar to bed and breakfasts, they are private family-run establishments and usually offer free breakfast. Because they are small they need to be booked well in advance.
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Stop at the Tropicana Club located on a six-acre estate in the Marianao neighborhood. Opened in 1939, it is famous for its lavishly staged shows and legendary performances by headliners like Carmen Miranda and Josephine Baker.
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Stroll the John Lennon Park in the Vedado area. It is the only statue to a Western musician in all of Cuba.
