Cuba Travel FAQ: How Much Money Should I Take & Credit Cards

So you're going to Cuba and you're wondering how much money you should take!

Well, it depends (what else would I say?). If you're going on an all-inclusive holiday you can realistically get away with taking about £50 for a week. This will probably go towards some tips, the odd bit of stuff (such as after-sun) and maybe some souvenirs if you venture out.

The excursions you can pay on your credit card - just make sure it doesn't have any relationships to America, such as MBNA or the Asda credit card (owned by Walmart). I paid on my Barclay card. Capital One wouldn't be any good either. Its best to phone up your credit card company first.

Also there were some issues with various types of debit card. I think Maestro didn't work so make sure you've got a visa one if you can. Or just take some UK Sterling and change it at the hotel.

You can't get the Cuban Convertible Peso outside of the island so you're probably best just taking cash and changing it there.

Summary: Take £50-£100 per week in Sterling, pay for your trips on a non-US credit card and have a great time.