With full diplomatic relations now opened in Cuba, anyone intending to visit Havana, the former Riviera of the Caribbean?

SCPO Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 17 Aug 2015 12:47:40 -0400

This was once THE hottest place in the Western Hemisphere. Can Cuba, let alone Havana, ever regain its former attractiveness to the world? Is it possible or probable that the wrong kind of money and power influences will invade this country before human rights and democracy do?

Response by LTC Stephen F. made Aug 17 at 2015 12:49 PM

LTC Stephen F. — Mon, 17 Aug 2015 12:49:39 -0400

No thanks SCPO Private RallyPoint Member, corruption still runs rampant in Cuba and I don't want to support that government in any way.

Response by SSG Warren Swan made Aug 17 at 2015 12:50 PM

SSG Warren Swan — Mon, 17 Aug 2015 12:50:26 -0400

A lack of money ruined that country before, and now a future massive influx of money can do it again. But hell, I'd go just to see it. Any spare rooms with the Marines on GITMO?

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 17 at 2015 12:50 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 17 Aug 2015 12:50:34 -0400

Travel to Cuba is still restricted.

Response by SCPO David Lockwood made Aug 17 at 2015 12:56 PM

SCPO David Lockwood — Mon, 17 Aug 2015 12:56:39 -0400

I think that would be an awesome vacation.

Response by SPC Sheila Lewis made Aug 17 at 2015 1:02 PM

SPC Sheila Lewis — Mon, 17 Aug 2015 13:02:16 -0400

Does "Bay of Pigs," or the Cuban Missile Crisis ring a bell for anyone?

Response by CDR Laurel Meadows made Aug 17 at 2015 1:08 PM

CDR Laurel Meadows — Mon, 17 Aug 2015 13:08:36 -0400

I want to check both boxes. There have always been ways to go to Cuba, via "friendly" countries and/or on "accepted" trips such as sports or cultural missions. However, I've always said I will go when it is legal for anyone to go. Although I disagree with the politics and the reversal of relations, I'm getting too old to wait (ok, not that old!). Just as I would go to China, I would like to see Cuba for myself. It won't be anytime soon, though, too many other things in the works!

Response by MSgt Curtis Ellis made Aug 17 at 2015 1:40 PM

MSgt Curtis Ellis — Mon, 17 Aug 2015 13:40:12 -0400

Just added it to my bucket list

Response by CAPT Kevin B. made Aug 17 at 2015 1:42 PM

CAPT Kevin B. — Mon, 17 Aug 2015 13:42:05 -0400

I'd love to go and visit the cigar companies which are still state owned but hopefully will collaborate with other manufacturers to recover their long lost quality. Sadly when the market opens up, the prices will jump because of the mystique. I'm already thinking of some interesting blends with Dominican and Nicaraguan leaves. Like wine, so many and so little time.

Response by SGT Lou Meza made Aug 17 at 2015 2:04 PM

SGT Lou Meza — Mon, 17 Aug 2015 14:04:31 -0400

I don't smoke so Cuban cigars are out of the question ! I don't consume alcohol so Cuba Libres are out as well ! But I would love to visit Cuba ! Not yet though until normal relations are established ! My personal opinion is that this is a good move !