For those of you planning to go to Cuba expecting to experience delicious Latin eats, full of flavor and heat, try again. I was prepared as I enjoy food and snacking.  I brought a bag full of snacks, crackers, olives, Kind bars, trail mix, etc. This was all in consideration of my travel partners as me and hangry are a poor combination.

The first day my travel team and I were led astray by a local who advised he knew of a great place for us to eat.  After walking four blocks in a circle, I did not want to eat nor partake in anything going on.  *Side note do not follow the guidance of random local people as many if them receive kickbacks from the establishments where they lead you to spend your money.* We should have followed the advice of our Air BnB staff. …

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Hello Sunshines~

I’m telling you, Cabo is my spot!  I’ve been a few times and could go again, and again and ..well you get it.  You can take this trip with your friends, family, or make it a Baecation! Whatever you do, go with people you enjoy being around.

Where to stay – If you are looking for comparisons on resorts I am not a good resource.  Why not? Because I have only stayed at the Sheraton Hacienda Del Mar Resort.  This resort, situated right on the beach, has everything you need. Great Food at the many restaurants, activities for good Fun, and an extremely helpful staff who will help you with just about all of your needs.  Sometimes you like what you like.

What to Do – There are many excursions like any vacation spot so if you want to ride ATVs, take a sunset cruise, and the like they are available.  As usual you will be bombarded with options to take a timeshare tours for discount or free excursions.  If you have time, it’s not a bad option to save some $.

  • I would recommend going to Cabo Wabo Cantina if you want to dance.  Some of the restaurants downtown also turn into night clubs after hours and can be a blast.
  • El Arco de Cabo is a must see.  It’s a distinctive rock formation marking the spot where the Pacific Ocean meets the Sea of Cortez at the southern tip of Cabo San Lucas, Mexico.  You can only get there by boat and when you get to the marina there will be plenty of boat operators offering to take you to the Arch.  Feel free to negotiate the rate.
  • Get some sun on the beach!  The water at the Sheraton is not swimmable so feel free to put your toes in the sand, enjoy the sounds of the waves crashing, meditate, read a book, listen to some tunes, and enjoy a beverage.
  • Watch the sunrise!  I love watching the sunrise wherever I go.  For me it signifies no matter what happened throughout my day there is a new beginning with the rising of the sun.

 

If you have been to Cabo

 

Hello Sunshines~

Many people want to know “how did you get to Cuba?”  My standard answer is, “by airplane.”  Most really want to know what reason was used to get into the country as there are some restrictions.  I’m going to give you the list of  things you need to have when preparing to go to Cuba.  This is based on my experience with traveling on Southwest Airlines.

1.  A Reason

While tourism for Americans is restricted you must have a reason which falls in one of the 12 very broad categories in order to travel to Cuba.

The 12 categories of authorized travel to Cuba are:

  • Family visits
  • Official business of the U.S. government, foreign governments and certain intergovernmental organizations
  • Journalistic activities
  • Professional research or professional meetings
  • Educational activities and people-to-people exchanges
  • Religious activities
  • Public performance, clinics, workshops, athletic or other competitions and exhibitions
  • Support for the Cuban people
  • Humanitarian projects
  • Activities of private foundations or research or educational institutes
  • Exportation, importation, or transmission of information or informational materials
  • Travel related to certain authorized export transactions

You can find additional details here.

2.  A Passport

Your passport must be valid for 6 months after the scheduled return date.  Don’t try to push the envelope on this as you may denied boarding in the US or denied entry into Cuba.

3.  A Tourist Visa

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