My wife and I stayed at the Sandals Varadero a few years ago. The beach is spectacular.
The resort will have a number of day trips available. Snorkeling, Havana and Cigar/Rum factory tours etc. Take 'em
I forget which Cigar factory we visited but it was very interesting. Did you know the "glue" they use to seal them is a byproduct of Canadian maple tree sap? They take you right out on the rolling floors and you're standing amongst the desks of the hard working folks who roll away all day. At the front of the room there is a guy who reads a novel and the news over a loudspeaker while they work.
Expect cabbage instead of lettuce in the restaurants. Chicken will be fresher than beef which won't be local. The people are very friendly. A rum and coke is called a Cuba Libre. You'll have a great time!
I'll tell you more if we get together before then.
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