What To Wear In Cuba
To sum it up - Keep it casual
- In this sub-tropical climate lightweight natural fabrics such as linen and cotton work well, although Jeans and T-shirts also work (except in hot and humid August).
- The island is cooled by the trade winds so pack a lightweight jacket or shawl for the cooler evenings.
- When in Cuba our advice would be to dress in a casual, low key fashion and leave your expensive jewellery at home.
- Avoid revealing or tight clothes or you will certainly get unwanted attention.
- Leave your high heels at home too, because the paths are very uneven; comfortable, stylish flat shoes or sandals will work better than trainers.
- In the hotels and resorts women often dress up for dinner - a simple dress and sandals will work well.
- You may find that some restaurants don't allow you to wear shorts.
- Cuba stays hot all year at around 25 – 28C but the dry season gives way to the rainy one from May to October, so pack an umbrella.
- Whatever time of year you are travelling to Cuba our advice would be to pack toiletries, sun cream, feminine products and insect repellent and make up, as these can be difficult and very expensive to buy on the island.
- This is a country where tipping is expected so be sure to carry plenty of small coins.
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