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Is Havana Safe to Visit?
The short answer? In my opinion, yes! According to the UK Government’s foreign travel advice, crime levels in Cuba are low and it’s mostly in the form of opportunistic theft. This fits with my own experiences in Havana, as I didn’t at any point feel threatened, but there are definitely things to be aware of to ensure you have a safe trip. Scams The biggest risk in Havana is getting scammed. Scammers in Havana are in it for the long game and at first, it can be difficult to tell if someone is being friendly and helpful or just building up to a scam. This was my least favourite…