| There is no doubt at all that Cuba is a unique island | | | | during his infamous stay in Cuba and many people are |
| full of interesting sights and sounds you cannot | | | | keen to follow in his footsteps. He used to fish for |
| experience anywhere else in the world, but what it's | | | | marlin out of Havana, but also was known to explore |
| sometimes easy to forget is that there's also a lot of | | | | the North West coast at Cayo Guillermo. Cayo Coco |
| exciting activities off the island - in the expanse of | | | | is another good spot, but unlike in other countries |
| Caribbean waters that surrounds it. From fishing to | | | | fishing is legal across the island so find the best |
| scuba diving, Cuba has all kinds of attractions for | | | | location for yourself and share your anecdotes with |
| people to enjoy just off the coast - here are some | | | | fellow Cuban fishermen! |
| of the must-dos. | | | | Swim with Dolphins |
| Try Your Hand at Scuba Diving in Cuba | | | | Swimming with dolphins is something of a life |
| Scuba diving in Cuba is amongst the very best in the | | | | changing experience for many, and certainly joining |
| world - all tastes are catered for and whether you're | | | | the graceful mammals underwater is breathtaking, |
| a first timer looking for lessons, or a veteran looking | | | | once you get past the initial fear factor! If this |
| to explore sunken wrecks and caves, the island has | | | | sounds like your dream Cuba holiday activity, then |
| got you covered. The top spots for scuba diving in | | | | the resorts of Varadero and Holguin are where you |
| Cuba are Cayo Coco, Maria La Gorda and Santiago | | | | should head. From there, you can take special trips |
| de Cuba - depending on the style of diving you're | | | | out to sea, allowing holiday makers to get closer than |
| looking to enjoy. Wherever you go though, you can | | | | ever before to the charming creatures. |
| expect to see hundreds of tropical fish and colourful | | | | Explore the Aquatic World With a Snorkel |
| types of coral - the kind of thing it's well worth | | | | If you can't quite bring yourself to take a series of |
| investing in that underwater camera for! | | | | diving qualifications, then snorkelling is an easier option |
| Sample Surfing for the First Time | | | | with less training required. There are a number of |
| While Cuba holidays aren't always associated with | | | | good spots where you're guaranteed to see some |
| surfing, some good practice can be had, especially if | | | | interesting sea life - Guardalavaca, Cayo Coco and |
| you're on the island in the winter months of | | | | Playa Jibacoa. The majority of beaches in Cuba will |
| September to December - and maybe a little later if | | | | offer snorkeling of some kind, but if you're serious |
| you're inexperienced and looking for smaller waves. | | | | about it, these really are the best spots. |
| The east coast of the island offers the best waves, | | | | Don't worry if this list leaves you cold. There are all |
| generally speaking, though it's by no means the only | | | | sorts of Cuba holiday activities for you to take part |
| spot! Be sure to bring your own board, as you'll | | | | in that don't involve you getting near any water. |
| struggle to find one to use there. | | | | From salsa to cigar factory tours, a holiday on the |
| Relax With a Spot of Fishing | | | | island has you covered, even if you don't fancy |
| Ernest Hemmingway popularised fishing on the island | | | | surfing or scuba diving in Cuba. |