Holiday pics..

[Daisy and Delilah]

I am really surprised to hear that Cuba is a popular destination. I've lived in Florida for over 50 years, been to the Keys several times, and, never considered it. Those pictures certainly show why it's so desireable.

I am probably one of Hemingway's biggest fans. I believe he was one of the most fascinating people of all time. Have you visited his home in Key West? I was so mesmerized, I went into a stupor. It was so cool to see the room where he wrote. It's been written that Cuba was his all time love. I believe he spent more time there than anywhere. I think I'll plan a trip to Cuba.

[caseysmom]

I don't believe Americans are allowed to travel to Cuba, although I thought I heard President Obama was trying to change that.

[pomtzu]

Those pictures are very beautiful, and nothing like what I had pictured in my mind of Cuba. I think that most people that have never been there, picture only the poverty and blight of the country, since that is basically all we ever get to see.

What a wonderful trip that must have been for you. Can't blame you for wanting to go back again. And Happy Anniversary too!

[Randi]

When I saw the title, I just KNEW we were going to see some wonderful pictures, and WOW, isn't Cuba a wonderful place! It takes me back to when John and I visited Dominican Republic - the whole atmosphere is just awesome and peope so friendly. I have no doubt you enjoyed it immensely!

Thanks for sharing the pictures, and Happy Anniversary!!

[kuhio98]

I'm glad you guys had a good time. Cuba looks a lot like Puerto Rico to me.

I'd love to visit Cuba someday.

[Glacier]

I don't believe Americans are allowed to travel to Cuba, although I thought I heard President Obama was trying to change that.

Technically Americans aren't allowed to spend any money in Cuba. That's what US Customs(or whatever department handles these things in the US) tracks. It can be a huge fine if they chose to pursue it.

The US dollar is charged an additional 10 percent on top of their usual exchange rate(Cuba has a bizarre dual currency system). No cards drawn on an American based bank are accepted. Despite the fact that I'm Canadian and my government could care less that I'm in Cuba, my Citi-Bank Mastercard was useless there. We took a Visa from a Canadian bank and left the Mastercard with the dogsitter for emergencies.

Obama has or is planning to relax the rules regarding family visits. So Cuban-Americans could visit their family still living on the island, I think.

[Killearn Kitties]

Your pictures are fantastic, and the whole holiday sounds a perfect way to celebrate a special anniversary. I've never been to Cuba, but I've never spoken to anyone who didn't find it absolutely fascinating.

Your doggies would have loved that beach - if not the temperature.