Scuba diving in Cuba has become hugely popular in recent years, and it’s easy to see why. The water is warm and crystal clear, and the vibrant underwater wildlife and excellently preserved coral reefs make it a key destination for avid scuba divers.

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Bed and Breakfast accommodation in Cuba isn’t what springs to mind immediately. Cuba has many all inclusive resorts, and that is all very well for a great beach vacation. It would however be a tragedy if your stay in Cuba didn’t include a few days in the decaying splendour of Havana. Then you have the question to answer of where do you stay in Havana, because there are glitzy hotels, but you’ll never get a sense of the real old Havana if you do that.

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All Inclusive Holidays to Cuba are popular, but do yourself a favour and check out this adult only hotel which is a really romantic destination in Guardalavaca.

Undoubtedly one of the top all inclusive holidays to Cuba can be had at the Paradisus Rio de Oro in Guardalavaca. It is one of the best Sol Melia Hotels anywhere and it sits on a low rocky cliff overlooking Playa Esmeralda. Formerly a family hotel it has just been converted to to an adult only resort. To say it is in the luxury class could be very true and a number of influential people rate it as the top luxury hotel in Cuba.

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Cuba is famous for its beaches. People come from around the world to recline in the glorious sunshine and to venture out toward the idyllic turquoise oceans. Of course the biggest beach resort of the entire island is Varadero. Holiday makers visit this particular resort to enjoy more than 20 kilometres of fine white sands and crystal clear water. But beyond these 20 kilometres of beach, there’s a whole host of glorious things to see and do for those who want more variety. The city stretches over 14.4 square kilometers, giving us plenty of things to do in Varadero …

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One of the most popular holiday types we sell at Captivating Cuba is the scuba diving holiday. Cuba attracts swarms of divers every year, attracted by its calm, warm waters, its stunning coral reefs, sunken shipwrecks and dazzling array of tropical fish. The waters boast an average annual temperature of over 24 degrees centigrade, and with an average visibility of 98 feet, allowing divers an excellent view of the underwater paradise the Cuban dive sites offer. The lack of strong currents and variety of dive sites available mean that the island is a perfect training ground for Cuba’s diving virgins, as well as offering a challenge for those who were born in a wet suit!

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