Originally Posted by
papajoe
i have made 80 trips to cuba, for 2-4 weeks each trip. traveled the country extensively and never have gotten sick. i wonder what mountain mitch advise comes from?
i exchange us dollars for cuban pesos 90%, 10%cuc. i found casa's in every town. every town has a street market with fruits, veggies, and pork, chicken and fish. bought with cuban pesos. the people are very friendly and helpful everywhere. i prefer everywhere but havana.
That's almost 4 - 8 years spent in Cuba!
You certainly have more experience of Cuba than I have (or ever hope to have). Been there twice with my wife. She got sick both times; me only once. So 75%. Not likely to go back. I'm guess just different experiences.
I thought it was illegal for a tourist to use Cuban pesos. But maybe you're considered a citizen!