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2/11/13

A vacation bargain, Cuba offers gorgeous beach resorts on the beaches of Varadero, Holguin, Cayo Coco, Cayo Largo, and others, where talcum-white sand fringes warm, turquoise waters. Cubans may not be wealthy, but their love of life shows in their renowned friendliness and vibrant music. And they love us. They even hold annual Terry Fox Marathons (usually in March) across the island to mark our famous native son, with almost two million people participating. If you go, try to visit Old Havana and the interior town of Trinidad, both UNESCO Heritage sites.

Cuba's Top Beaches

From the pristine white sands of Varadero Beach to rougher terrain off the beaten path, Varadero is close to beaches that suit every taste.

Varadero Beach

Sink your toes into the immaculate white sand along this magnificent 21-kilometre stretch of Cuba’s most famous trademark beach. The serene warm sunny Varadero waters are always inviting, with an average year-round water temperature of 24ºC-26ºC.Cuba’s premier beach destination, Varadero or Playa Azul in Matanzas province is 134 kilometres from Havana. This 21-kilometre strip of sparkling white sand on the Hicacos Peninsula juts out into the crystal clear Atlantic. A string of hotels backs onto the flat expanse of beach, and bars and other amenities are within shouting distance.But Varadero is not just a place to chill in the sand. Visitors to Varadero can jump on jet skis at the marina on the Bay of Cardenas, dive among shipwrecks and tropical fish in Cayo Piedra Underwater Park, or play a round of golf at the Varadero Golf Club with its intricate system of lagoons. Centre Plaza América, an international convention centre, has shopping malls, restaurants and amusement centres. Adventure seekers won’t want to miss Bellamar Cave, deep in the cliff overlooking Matanzas Bay, one of the Caribbean’s largest and most beautiful underground formations.
For the young and young at heart, cabarets, variety shows and live music make night time in Varadero something to savour.

Cayo Largo

Cayo Largo del Sur, one of the largest of 300 cayos and islets of the Los Canarreos Archipelago, lies on the Caribbean Sea, 177 kilometres south of Havana. Strips of virgin beach with sun-bleached sand and warm crystal clear water extend for 27 kilometres. This tranquil island gives off a laid-back vibe and is clothing optional. Iguanas, chelonian, pelicans and herons make their homes on Cayo Largo. A 35-kilometre coral reef is home to black coral and underwater enthusiasts appreciate more than 30 diving sites and an international diving centre.

Jardines del Rey

Garden of the Kings beaches are a line of tiny islands off the Atlantic coast north of Cuba, 177 kilometres from Havana, inspired Ernest Hemingway’s well-known novels Islands in the Stream and The Old Man and the Sea. The islands of Jardines del Rey are a nature-lover’s paradise and are home to flamingos and roseate spoonbills. A 27-kilometre causeway links the islands to the mainland province of Ciego de Avila, Cuba’s agricultural district. A 402-kilometre coral reef, second in size only to the Great Barrier Reef, makes the islands of Jardines del Rey ideal for snorkelling and diving. Cayo Coco and Cayo Guillermo are two hot spots. Cayo Coco, a 22-kilometre stretch of beach, boasts mangroves and more than 200 species of birds. Four diving centres and 20 diving sites provide ample opportunity for divers to view many varieties of sea life such as parrotfish, grunts, yellowtail snappers, queen angelfish, anemones and spiny lobster.

Playa Larga

This Cuban beach literally means "long beach" due to the endless stretch of pristine virgin beaches in the south of Cuba. Playa Larga is also situated on the Bahia de Cochinos, north of Playa Girón. Its central location makes it an ideal base for eco-tours around the Zapata Peninsula.

Playa Girón

Famous Cuban beach where the Americans were defeated by Fidel Castro;s revolutionary army, now a scuba diving center for tourist. Enjoy the quiet at this peaceful beach that’s an easy day trip from Varadero, located on the eastern side of the Bahia de Cochinos (Bay of Pigs). Its clear, sparkling waters attract avid snorkelers and scuba divers.

Cayo Coco

Cayo Coco, one of the hidden treasures of Cuba is a 22-kilometre stretch of beach, boasts mangroves and more than 200 species of birds. Four diving centres and 20 diving sites provide ample opportunity for divers to view many varieties of sea life such as parrotfish, grunts, yellowtail snappers, queen angelfish, anemones and spiny lobster.

Santa Lucia

Santa Lucía, on the northern coast of Camagüey Province, is one of the widest beaches in Cubae beach, 21 km long, with fine golden-white sand, bathed by warm, turquoise water that is always calm. Protected by a long coral reef only 2 km from shore, the seabed supports an astonishing variety of marine life. In addition to flora and fauna, there are also sunken ships to explore, including some dating from the 19th century.Close by, Cayo Sabinal is natural treasure well worth exploring. Once the refuge of pirates, the tiny island offers intimate beaches tucked into beautiful coastal scenery and an abundance of wildlife, virtually untouched by man. Local attractions include the ruins of the San Hilarío Fort and the Colón Lighthouse, one of the oldest working lighthouses in the country.The area around Santa Lucía is flat, featuring marshlands, lagoons and flocks of flamingoes. Perfect for bike riding.

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8/22/12

VARADERO CUBA SECRET BEACH

Secret Beach of Varadero Cuba 1 hour from Havana

Cuba's Secret Beaches: Varadero Beach

Cuba is famous for secret beaches however finding these hidden Cuban beaches can be very rewarding.
One of Cuba's most popular secret beaches is located right on Varadero Beach, a stunning 22 miles of virgin white sand and blue surf.
Varadero Cuba beaches are virgin so do not have the huge tourist crows you see in Florida Hawaii and most of the Caribbean islands. In some cases you will have this secret Varadero beach all to yourself and maybe some Cuban locals and a handful of International travelers savvy enough to put the best beaches of Varadero Cuba on their list of "Worlds Best Beach"

Varadero Beach in Cuba

Varadero Secret Beach Location

Varadero's Secret Beach is located approximately two miles from the town of Varadero and is situated between the DuPont Mansion Golf coarse and the northern tip of Varadero peninsula. All of Varadero beaches are easily accessible and you can walk from your Cuba hotel along the beach or drive. If you are driving from Havana just drive along the northern coast to Varadero and go almost to the tip of the Varadero peninsula and park about 50 yards on the right into an unmarked Palm tree that will signal that you have arrived in Beach Lovers Paradise. The last few yards are heaven along soft white sand beach the leads you to a Clear blue water pool that makes Varadero famous among the worlds best beaches.

Varadero Cuba Beach

Varadero Beach Conditions

Varadero Beach has soft Caribbean winds that caresses the beaches as they wind along the coast of Cuba.The gorgeous walk along Varadero beach takes about 50 minutes in sunny weather. Be prepared to splash your toes in warm crystal blue waters of this stunning Caribbean secret beach that is notoriously famous for barefoot adventures, water sports and watching beautiful people.

Varadero Beach All Inclusive Vacation in Cuba

Varadero Topography Secret Beach

English: beach in Varadero, one of the most famous in Cuba (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Varadero's Secret Beaches the purest of white snow, and both long and wide. The sandy beach surface is predominantly covered with fine white sand and with outcrops of interesting rock features that surround the famous DuPont Mansion that centers around the Varadero Golf Course. The beach’s seclusion and beauty are further enhanced by the DuPont Mansions cliff backdrop and the brilliant turquoise-colored ocean water in the foreground that divides Varadero Beach from the Melia Hotels resorts and the Varadero Shopping center. Varadero cliffs face north of the beach, made up of volcanic and greyish black cliffs. About 70 yards from the beach the shores of Varadero secret beaches are covered with lush green tropical vegetation, consisting of palm trees, and other tropical plants with several small cascading waterfalls located near the secret Pirates Caves and the famous Josone Park which is located directly in the center of Varadero.

The Varadero Lighthouse is on top a small cliff on another secret secluded Island a quarter mile beyond the west end of Varadero. One of the main day trips is a pirates day cruise with free snorkeling on this private Varadero Island that is a well kept secret from the rest of the tourist vacations. Cuba's Secret beaches have hidden waterfalls that plunges about 50 feet into the Caribbean. Varadero's ocean floor is mostly white soft sand-covered with warmth as your toes tip toe through the water.

Cuba Beaches in Varadero

Varadero Water Activities

Water conditions on Varadero's Secret beach vary by season yet you can be assured that you will have sun, fun and lots of water sports to pass your Varadero Cuba Vacation. The stunning white sand beach is accessible year round, swimming is only advisable any time since the water is shallow and about 3 ft for every 50 meters off the beach with warm water up to your waist. The surf in Varadero is high or rough only during hurricane season due to strong, unpredictable currents. During the winter the surf of Varadero is still calm and safe for all sun worshipers and beach lovers alike. Swimming is recommended for everyone who loves to swim snorkel or scuba dive in the worlds best beaches of Cuba.

Other beach activities in Varadero Cuba include picnicking, seashell hunting, surfing, sunbathing, snorkeling, and fishing and even secret hidden tropical lagoons near the west end of Varadero beach, offering a kind of gigantic kiddie pool. There are plenty of Varadero hotels on the beach, so tourist have plenty of restaurants for excellent Cuban food and beverages especially Cuban Havana Club and Cuban Mojitos which are Cuba version of the famous party drink "Sex on Cuba Beach".

Jasone Park in Varadero Cuba

Varadero Nature

Varadero has more than just its Secret Beach that for many years attracted famous international move stars, tycoons and nude sunbathers. Although public nudity is not legal in Cuba and despite Varadero beach’s wild reputation as a sexy party beach holiday, Varadero beach is rarely patrolled by the Cuban tourist police and no one seems concerned about topless women on the beach.

If you are seeking a secluded amazing vacation destination at one of Cuba's most Beautiful beaches then you must book your next vacation at Varadero Cuba Secret Beach Resorts for a vacation of a lifetime.