Cuba
Warnings and insurance
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You should monitor local media for updates, and take precautions including conserving water, food and mobile phone charge.
The Cuban authorities have announced the closure of the airports of Havana, Varadero, Gerona and Cayo Largo del Sur from 12:00 midnight (local time) on Tuesday 5 November until 12:00 noon (local time) on Thursday 7 November. This is due to the passage of hurricane Rafael through Western Cuba.
You should contact your airline or tour operator to reschedule your flight. Airlines have been informed.
Before you travel
No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to:
- see general advice for women travellers
- read our guide on disability and travel abroad
- see general advice for LGBT+ travellers
- read about safety for solo and independent travel
- see advice on volunteering and adventure travel abroad
Travel insurance
If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance. Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency.
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