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Essential Information

CAPITAL CITIES

CUBA: Havana

COSTA RICA: San Jose

 

LANGUAGE

CUBA: Spanish

COSTA RICA: Spanish, but English is widely spoken

 

CURRENCY

CUBA: The official tourist currency is the Convertible Peso (CUC), which may only be obtained in Cuba. Euros and Pounds Sterling can be exchanged for the CUC in Cuba. US Dollar/banks/credit cards and travellers cheques with links to the US are banned.

COSTA RICA: Costa Rican Colón.

 

PASSPORT/VISA

CUBA: British passport holders require a visa to enter Cuba.

COSTA RICA: British passport holders do not require a visa.

 

FLYING TIME

HAVANA: 10 hours (direct)

SAN JOSE: 15 hours (indirect)

NB: All timings are approximate from London and for indirect flights include stopover time.

Caribbean & Central America Climate

CLIMATE/SEASON

CUBA: Warm tropical year round climate. Increased rainfall, humidity and tropical storms can be expected from May to October. The best time to visit is January to May when you can expect warm dry weather and fewer visitors.

 

COSTA RICA:  Costa Rica is classed as 'subtropical' with the climate varying depending on elevation. November through to April are the dry months and generally considered the best time to visit. From May to October is known as the green season, with more rain but fewer visitors.

Caribbean & Central America

Costa Rica & Cuba Tours

Shaped by the colonial influences of the British, Spanish, French and Dutch, the Carribean and Central America is a colourful, exotic and diverse region. Each of the nations have developed their own unique character but throughout you can expect a refreshingly laid back attitude to life aided a warm and friendly welcome. 

Our selection of Cuba tours include the highlights of this fascinating nation. We visit Havana, Santa Clara, Cienfuegos, Sancti Spiritus, Bay of Pigs and Pinar Del Rio.

Experience Costa Rica's glorious national parks, exotic wildlife, spectacular scenery and rich local culture on our selection of escorted tours.

Colonial Cuba

Colonial Cuba

~ Discover the city of Cienfuegos ~ Explore the colonial streets of Trinidad ~ Relax on the white sand beaches of Jibacoa

7 nights from £845 - SAVE up to £140 pp
Central America Experience

Central America Experience

~ Explore the colonial Streets of Granada ~ Watch the active Arenal volcano ~ View colourful birdlife in Monteverde's cloud forest 

10 night tour from £1,495 - SAVE up to £100 pp
Discover Costa Rica

Discover Costa Rica

~ Experience the country's natural beauty & wildlife ~ Watch Arenal Volcano as it belches hot lava ~ Visit steamy rainforests

11 night tour from £1,525 - SAVE up to £290 pp
Secrets of Cuba

Secrets of Cuba

~ Enjoy vibrant Havana and its nightlife ~ Explore the scenic state of Pinar del Rio ~ Learn about Cuba's unique history visiting sites associated with the revolution

14 nights from £1,195 - SAVE up to £170 pp
Cuba All Inclusive

Cuba All Inclusive

The charming Breezes Jibacoa is set on a beautiful white sand beach & is within easy reach of Havana

7 nights from £755 SAVE up to £320