{"id":784,"date":"2021-11-20T11:00:38","date_gmt":"2021-11-20T11:00:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.lovecuba.com\/?p=784"},"modified":"2021-12-14T11:58:06","modified_gmt":"2021-12-14T11:58:06","slug":"why-cuba-is-the-perfect-destination-for-the-whole-family","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lovecuba.com\/blog\/why-cuba-is-the-perfect-destination-for-the-whole-family\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Cuba is the perfect destination for the whole family"},"content":{"rendered":"Finding a holiday destination that suits the whole family is no easy feat, especially when, as parents, you\u2019re seeking culture and cuisine, while the youngsters want fun beach activities, water sports, and a resort packed with entertainment – so they can escape mum and dad for an hour or two! It may not be the first destination that springs to mind, but family-friendly holidays in Cuba<\/a> are a total crowd-pleaser when it comes to catering to those with different tastes.\n\n\n\nThink about it, you\u2019ve got the capital of Havana<\/a> – steeped in rich history, its cobbled streets are an urban paradise lined with classic Cadillac\u2019s every colour of the rainbow, fascinating architecture, famous squares, plus a clutch of traditional rum bars and cigar shops. While on the other hand, the beautiful white beaches of Varadero offer a tropical slice of this Caribbean Isle, with translucent waters full of exotic fish, spectacular beachfront hotels, and lazy swaying palms.\n\n\n\nIf you need any more persuasion (yeah, right) we\u2019ve rounded up a few reasons why we think Cuba is one of the best destinations for family holidays below\u2026\n

Family-friendly holidays in Cuba: Safety<\/h3>\n\n\nWe\u2019ve spent the last 18 months wondering if, and when, we\u2019ll ever feel our toes sink into the soft sands of the Caribbean again. Since Coronavirus first hit, many holiday dreams were cancelled or cut unexpectedly short \u2013 but there is finally light at the end of the tunnel and with all things considered, Cuba is coming up trumps as one of the safest holiday destinations to escape to this year. Hailed for having managed the pandemic far better than other Latin American and Caribbean neighbours, Cuba is officially a coronavirus-free zone and continues to closely monitor the situation \u2013 so much so that this pocket-sized nation has even gone to the lengths of developing its own vaccine! Pandemic aside, this socialist country is also crowned for having one of the lowest crime rates in the world with very little destitution, meaning you can whisk off to this sunshine isle with total confidence.\n\n\n\nDiscover more about Cuba\u2019s safety<\/a>.\n\n\n\n
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Family-friendly holidays in Cuba: Hotels<\/h2>\n\n\nYou\u2019ll have no trouble finding somewhere to stay during your holiday, since Cuba has a clutch of spectacular hotels and beachfront resorts fit for the whole family. You\u2019ll feel as though you\u2019ve touched down in heaven when you check into the isle\u2019s all-inclusive hotels which sprawl along the powdery sand, with Iberostar Selection Varadero being a firm favourite. This 4-star pad features three spectacular swimming pools, the main one complete with a swim up bar (fantastic for little splashers who need a refreshment or when Pina Colada o\u2019clock hits for thirsty parents!), five stunning restaurants, a kids Star Camp, opulent guest rooms, plus a host of sporting activities fit for all ages \u2013 from salsa dancing to kayaking – all surrounded by thick tropical greenery. We\u2019ve highlighted a few of our favourite hotels below, so you can snap up the one that best suits your squad:\n\n\n