Bring your umbrella. Varadero has a subtropical climate. The wet season is between May and October.
Take a walk. Varadero has 16 miles of beaches.
Bring your Spanish-to-English phrasebook. Spanish is the official language.
Take a scheduled flight from Europe, Central and South America, Canada or the Caribbean.
Walk to reach most places in Varadero. Beaches, restaurants and local attractions will be found close to your accommodations.
Rent a car. Beautifully restored vintage cars are available in Cuba, so drive one along the coast to Havana for a day trip.
Take a bus when sightseeing. Minibuses will take you to and from Varadero for $1 each way.
To book accommodations, contact Cuba Tourist Board in Canada at (866) 404-CUBA or visit their Web site (see Resources below).
Book your accommodations at a beach resort in Varadero. Beach resort rates range from $200 to $300.
Stay at the Mansion Xanadu Hotel, which was built in the 1920s by millionaire Irenee du Pont.
Try a 5-star hotel located on the shoreline.
Go on a Varasub excursion. These submarine hybrids take tourists to see schools of fish and coral reefs.
Take a helicopter trip over the nearby valley of Yumuri.
Walk through Josone Park, located in the center of Varadero.
Attend a dolphin show at the Varadero aquarium.
Choose from a variety of nightlife shows, including cabaret, piano bars, discos and karaoke clubs, which are located close to resort accommodations.
Party! Dancing and music are important aspects of Cuban culture, and weekend performances are common.
Try a traditional dish of rice and beans, called moros y cristianos.
