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In these days of economic crisis traveling is becoming less affordable. Holidays to Cuba is not an exception. Flights an airport taxes are ridiculously expensive and accommodation in hotels in Cuba is not exactly cheap either.

Hotels in Cuba as I mentioned before are not very cheap although there is a number of options for as little as $14.00 per person per night. The problem is that everybody traveling on a budget want to stay in these very few hotels so to find accommodation in cheap hotels in places like Havana for instance is extremely difficult. There is an article listing the cheapest hotels in Havana.

Ok now we know how difficult is to find these hotels. What is left then is something called Casas Particulares. These are private houses in Cuba that rent 1 or 2 rooms at around $30.00 per room per night. Noticed that I said per room if to people are sharing a room it works at $15.00 per person per night. If you are from UK then it works at around 8.00 pounds per person per night. Cheap isn’t it.

There are few things you need to know though. The Cuban government is very strict when it comes to landlords that rent their houses and there are a number of conditions and limitations that you should be aware of before you decide to go for this kind of accommodation.

Tourists are allowed in Casas Particulares as long as they share the house with the Cuban family. There are limitations in terms of how many rooms a landlord can rent and how many passengers on each room.

So what I am trying to say is that staying in Casas Particulares in Cuba is a good idea for cutting down the cost of your holidays to Cuba but is not for everybody. This type of accommodation is suitable for people that have no problem sharing a house with a Cuban family.

There is a way though to get to stay on a private house on your own without having to share with a Cuban family. There are few options available mainly in Havana. The problem is that you are not going to find landlords advertising their rentals on the web on an independent basis because it is illegal. In this case what you should do is to get in touch directly with them and negotiate the terms of your accommodation.

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Albania is a mountainous country and the one of the smallest countries in Europe. The residents supposedly descended from ancient Illyrians.

Culture

The culture of Albania is majorly influenced by that of the mainland Greeks especially in the urban locality; nodding ones head means no where as shaking the head means yes. To greet someone, handshaking is preferred, though Shoku (Comrade) was used before, which has been long forgotten now. People dress informally here. Swim suits are meant for the beaches, otherwise women are expected not to dress in a revealing outfit. When addressing someone prefix Zoti(Mr) or Zonja(Mrs) before the name and always remember to carry some gifts when visiting someone, although flowers arent much acceptable. The guests are served with coffee, raki or sweets. Smokers dont have to worry much, but they should avoid it where they see a sign of Ndalohet Duhani or Ndalohet pirja e duhanit.

Travelling within the country

Buses with relatively cheap fares operate in the main cities of the country or taxis are another choice which provided service for some main hotels. Visit Dajti Mountain and experience Dajti Ekspres Cable car for an unforgettable 15 minute ride passing through Dajt Oark to reach Tirana. The route is about 4.2 km long and the ride costs 6.5.Alpha Yachting provides crewed yacht which is a luxury in itself. Tirana Bank is the best place for withdrawing money as it allows access to Visa cards.

Eating Out

Restaurants are not always sufficiently heated, so always wear warm clothes if out in the night during winters. Foreigners are charged more than the locals. Both the entry fees as well as any merchandise will be on a higher scale, so its better not to reveal the fact that you are a foreigner when out on the streets.

Site Seeing

If you enjoy canoeing, this is the right place to be. There are places right outside Tirana which is an amazing site for not just canoeing, but also rock climbing, hiking, and camping.

Accommodation

If you want a 5-Star ambience, try The Sheraton Tirana Hotel and Towers, which is situated in the middle of a shopping and entertainment center. There are about 151 rooms and 56 suites. So, along with the comfort, one can shop at once convenience here. Another hotel which provides all modern facilities is Hotel Mondial. It is located 1000 m away from the city and is also a good example of traditional architecture.

Getting There

One of the best and the easiest means is to go by air. Albanian Airlines is the national airline which works in collaboration with Tyrolean Airways, and provides service to almost all the big European cities. The airport, Mother Teresa, is 16 miles or 26 km away from the capital. A tourist bus is available every 3 hrs to get to the city center and takes about 30 minutes to get there. Taxis are available round the clock. While waiting for any transport service, tourists can check out the duty free shops, bank, eateries and car hire at the airport. A departure tax of $10 USD is imposed on all foreign nationals. Check out www.flyalbanian .com for flight times and offers.

If trying to get there by sea, try the ferry services which are provided by Adriatic Line and Agoudimos. The main ports are Durres (has ferry connection to Italy, Bari, Brindisi, Trieste, and Ancona), Vlora (has ferry connection to Bari, and Brindisi), Saranda (has connection to Corfu), Shen Gjini (has ferry connection to Bari). Check out www.adriatica.it and www.aqoudimos-lines.com for more information.

Bus is another option. Buses start from Istanbul, Athens and Sofia. Internal passengers have lots of options with bus services provided. If traveling by road in a private car, there is road network to the Kosovo region, but they are too dangerous to use because of the political tensions within the region. Crossings at Hani I Hotit, Bllata, Oafa e Thaes, Tushemisht, Gorica, Kapshtica, and kakavija can be taken. If tired one can take halts at hotels or other designated areas. There is a network of 18,000 km, out of which only 7450 km are main roads, for local travelers. About 2138km stretch of these roads is in poor condition and has pot holes, and utmost safety precautions should be taken when driving on such roads. Speed limit should be strictly followed on highways as well as within towns. Driving at night should be better avoided because of the absence of street lights on the road except for urban areas. Traffic should drive on the right-hand. There is a shortage of gas stations in the countryside, so filling the gas tank completely when passing through urban area is recommended and since there is lack of national recovery system; travelers should be prepared for an emergency or breakdown before hand. One should carry necessary documents like International Driving Permit and national driving license.

Duty Free Items

Following are the items that can be carried without customs duty being levied on them: 1. 1liter of spirits or 2liter of wine 2. 250ml of eau de toilette 3. 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 250g of tobacco 4. 50ml of perfume.

Prohibited Items

Things that are prohibited to carry are firearms, narcotics and ammunition. Special export permission should be taken for precious metals, books, antiques, work of art, or material of national or historic value.

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Cuba is such a big Island that it makes it ideal for multi centre holidays. There is so much to do and see that sometimes – depending on the itinerary – 2 weeks are not enough.

The Cuban Archipelago offers a variety of tourism modalities that separates it from the rest of the islands in the Caribbean. Cuba is unique in terms of its tourist attractions. Not only you can find astonishing beach locations but also charming colonial villages and towns full of character.

Among the best beach locations in Cuba -Varadero and Guardalavaca – stand out from the crowd for its pristine white sands and turquoise waters. The Cayo islands around main land are famous for its virginity and quietness. Cayo Largo, Cayo Coco, Cayo Santa Maria and Cayo Levisa are just some of the best beach destinations in Cuba.

There is much more other than just beaches. Cuba was for many centuries the “Key to The Americas” and as a result its cultural and historic heritage is immeasurable. Its architecture is very striking. A mingle of Colonial and modern styles can be appreciated in most of the main cities in Cuba.

Its landscapes have inspired plastic artists all around the World. The beyond belief Vinales Valley – located in Pinar del Rio province in the west of Cuba – is one of the gems of the Cuban geography that today can be admired by millions of tourists.

Havana – The Capital – is a must if you go on holidays to Cuba. It certainly has the best vibe. There is music in every Caf and a Caf in every corner of the Old Quarter. Beautiful squares to rest and watch the people going bye.

Other provinces and towns worth visiting are Trinidad and Baracoa (these two are the oldest villages in Cuba that still preserve an entirely colonial architecture). Santiago de Cuba is another important location mainly from the historic point of view. It was from Santiago de Cuba where all the uprisings, independent movements and revolutions started in Cuba.

If you are thinking of visiting Cuba the best advice is to contact a tailor made specialist with in-depth knowledge about Cuba. You will be guided through the process of deciding what is best for you taking into consideration many factors such as duration, interests and budget for your holidays.

Mr JM Maurette is a reservation consultant employed by Quest World Travel Ltd . He has a great deal of experience and expertise arranging tailor made holidays to Cuba . If you need to arrange a tailor made Cuban Holiday please follow the links above.

When looking for a late deal vacation it is best to make sure you are prepared to book otherwise you could miss out on the best deals. There is not a lot worse than finding a great offer and by the time you get organised to book the vacation it is no longer available.

To start with make sure you know all the dates you can travel on so that you do not have to keep checking with the individuals you are travelling with. Any delay may cause you to miss out on the late deal you have got.

Make sure you all agree on what destinations and regions you are all prepared to go to. If you have any special vacation demands such as a hotel close to the beach. In reality you also need to determine whether you want to stay in a hotel or an apartment. The greater you plan ahead the far more probable you are able to reserve the optimal offer when you find it.

Will you only fly from a local airport or are you willing to travel to an substitute airport if it saves you cash. By going to some other nearby airport you may spend less money and have more choices with regard to locations. Do not forget to add on the additional charges to get there and perhaps park your automobile for the duration of your holiday.

There are lots of possible elements you should know before reserving a holiday and it would be valuable for everyone going to meet up and sort this out before you start searching for a vacation.

If you are organized and ready you have a better prospect of getting a deal as other people will not have. You can then just make a reservation knowing that you have all agreed beforehand that the holiday is acceptable.

Another problem that can develop is if you wait to long for a late deal is that the costs can go up once the holiday companies have sold sufficient places on the aircraft. Particular destinations are more desireable depending on the time of year so be ready to pay extra to go to Lanzarote in January than you would for Benidorm. Another thing to remember is that you have enough money on your debit card as late deals normally have to be paid in fullat the time of booking.

Thomson Holidays 2010 offer excellent value holiday deals even on busy travel dates, find out how you can save with tips and advice from travel expert Wendy Miller of travel web site Travel Snips

Normally when it comes to a city break most cities are not much fun for kids, so the grownups are generally happy to go to museums and the youngsters are more likely to be bored. One of the best options is a trip to Paris when the grownups can savor the many cultural activities and sights and you can also take a few days out for some essential household enjoyment.

For anyone who has visited one of the Disney theme parks in America you will know how much fun the children can have, not to mention the adults. Just outside Paris is Disneyland Resort where there is good access by rail right to the park entrance.

There are some similar rides and some you may have not been on before however the basic idea is the same you will all have a great time. By mixing the two contrasting elements you could make a family hotel break that all the household could enjoy.

When staying in Paris you have many different alternatives to choose from. You can stay in the Disneyland Resort, which will give you special access to the park and enable you to stay longer there particularly in the evenings. Instead of having to leave early to return to your accommodation in the center of Paris you could get the kids off to bed at the identical time and you are able to stay longer in the theme park.

There are lots of hotels close to the theme park, which will offer convenient access of being just a few moments away by train but lower in price. A solution some individuals pick is to stay for a couple of nights in the center of Paris and then stay a couple of nights in or close to the theme park.

As the children grow up they may learn to appreciate a trip to one of the umpteen museums If not you could still keep everyone happy by having a mixture of fun and culture.

Perhaps for a genuinely unique option you could mix a stay in Paris with a trip in London. Getting to and from the cities is simple either by inexpensive flight deals or by direct rail links using Eurostar.

Rail Breaks can offer a great way to visit the most popular cities at affordable prices. Travel by rail to Paris or London with great Eurostar prices and beat the plane, find out more with advice from Peter Parker of HotelBreaks.com