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Cuba

Manzanillo / Where the sun meets the sea

MeowScore 😸85/100
What is MeowScore?
🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😻
🚗 Traffic density 😸
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😼
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😻

Best month

December

Celebrate the holidays on the beach 🎄🌴

🌴🕶️
january

Escape the winter blues and enjoy the beaches! 😸🏖️

🌊🐋
february

Whale-watching season! 🐳🌊

🎊🥳
march

Experience the local carnival celebrations! 🎉🎭

☀️🌈
april

Enjoy the perfect weather before rainy season! ☀️🌧️

🌴👙
may

Visit before the crowds arrive for summer! 🌊🏖️

🦜🌴
june

Experience the tropical rainforest in full bloom! 🌳🌺

🎉💪
july

Celebrate Cuban Revolution Day like a local! 🇨🇺🎉

🎶🕺
august

Experience the vibrant nightlife scene! 🍹🎶

🌴😴
september

Enjoy some peace and quiet before peak season! 🌊🌴

🍁🐎
october

Experience the fall foliage in the countryside! 🍂🌳

🕯️💃
november

Celebrate the Day of the Dead with locals! 💀🕯️

🥳🎉
december

Celebrate Christmas and New Year's on the beach! 🎄🏖️

⚖️

Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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From a visiting cat's perspective, Manzanillo - Cuba is not super cheap but also not extremely expensive. Prices are generally reasonable, but some items may be inflated for tourists.

To save money, try shopping at local markets and bargaining with vendors. Avoid tourist traps and overly expensive restaurants.

Usual visit duration

3-5 days

beach getaway, cultural attractions

Usual visit duration

3-5 days

beach getaway, cultural attractions

Manzanillo is a popular destination for those seeking a mix of beach relaxation and adrenaline-fueled activities like Jeep safaris.

Tipping

10-15%

Common in restaurants and for taxi drivers.

Tipping

10-15%

Common in restaurants and for taxi drivers.

Cash is preferred, credit cards may not always be accepted. Splitting the bill is possible but not the norm.

internet situation

bad Speed

Slow and unreliable

bad Availability

Limited access to internet

good Cellular

Decent coverage provided by ETECSA

Electric socket type A

Common in North and Central America, and Japan. Mind voltage difference, especially for Japan (100V).

CUP

1 CUP =
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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walkable -ish

Some sidewalks, moderate traffic

LGBTQ tolerated

Mixed attitudes

Catnip for beach-loving cats with a taste for fruity cocktails and fresh seafood.

Whisker-licious colonial architecture and feline-friendly locals. Meow-velous!

Things to do

The mainstream

🐱
Manzanillo Bay
🐳
La Punta Beach
🌿
Cienfuegos Botanical Garden
🌳
Natura Camp
🌞
Playa de Oro

The mainstream

🐱
Manzanillo Bay

The purr-fect location for catamaran tours and kayaking, this bay offers magnificent views of the Sierra Maestra Mountains and a chance to spot dolphins and turtles.

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🐳
La Punta Beach

Cat-tastic views and fun await at this lovely beach, famous for its colorful cliffs, snorkeling spots, and fresh seafood.

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🌿
Cienfuegos Botanical Garden

Meow-vel at the exotic flora and fauna of Cuba in this exquisite garden that features a Japanese-style pond, a butterfly farm, and more.

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🌳
Natura Camp

A purr-fect forest retreat for adventurous cats, offering hiking trails, outdoor sports, and cozy camping sites amidst lush greenery.

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🌞
Playa de Oro

This cat-friendly beach boasts shimmering golden sand and clear blue waters, ideal for sunbathing and catnapping by the shore.

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Off the beaten path

🏖️
Playa Las Coloradas
🇨🇺
Plaza de la Revolución
💃
La Casa de la Trova
🌳
La Cascada del Rocio
🌊
El Faro de Manzanillo

Off the beaten path

🏖️
Playa Las Coloradas

Take a peaceful stroll on the secluded beach, watching the sunset over the turquoise waters. 🌅

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🇨🇺
Plaza de la Revolución

Explore the historic square, featuring a giant mural dedicated to Che Guevara's legacy. 🎨

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💃
La Casa de la Trova

Listen to live music and dance salsa with friendly locals at this authentic Cuban music venue. 🎵

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🌳
La Cascada del Rocio

Hike through lush foliage to a hidden waterfall perfect for cooling off on a hot day. 💦

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🌊
El Faro de Manzanillo

Climb to the top of the lighthouse for stunning views of the sea and city. 🗼

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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walkable -ish

Some sidewalks, moderate traffic

LGBTQ tolerated

Mixed attitudes

Mindful meoweler tips