About the destination

Cuba is undoubtedly a sunny destination “cherished” by Quebecers. The island is known for its immaculate white sand beaches, its crystal clear waters and the diversity of its aquatic fauna. Heritage lovers will also be served by Cuban architecture and history. Several of the country’s sites are part of UNESCO’s World Heritage.

Currency

There are two official currencies in Cuba, the Cuban peso (CUP) and the Cuban convertible peso (CUC). The latter has no value outside the country as it is a currency that was originally introduced to alleviate an economic crisis in Cuba. The Canadian dollar (CAD) can only be exchanged for the Cuban peso (CUP). It is therefore advisable to trade with the Cuban peso to avoid conversion problems with your remaining currency once back in Canada. Be sure to notify your financial institution before you leave to avoid a hold on your funds.

Health

The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) recommends that you consult a health professional to discuss vaccinations against the following diseases: hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, cholera and rabies. Note that two doses of the Covid-19 vaccine are required for flights from Canada and for crossing the land border with the United States.

Passports

To travel to Cuba, your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay.

Weather

Month	Max	Min	Prec.
January	26 °C	19 °C	70 mm
February	26 °C	19 °C	45 mm
March	28 °C	20 °C	45 mm
April	29 °C	21 °C	60 mm
May	30 °C	22 °C	120 mm
June	23 °C	31 °C	165 mm
July	31 °C	24 °C	125 mm
August	32 °C	24 °C	135 mm
September	31 °C	24 °C	150 mm
October	29 °C	23 °C	170 mm
November	28 °C	21 °C	80 mm
December	27 °C	20 °C	60 mm

Language

The official language of the country is Spanish. About 90% of Cubans speak this language. The rest of the population, often immigrants from Haiti, speak Haitian Creole.