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Jibacoa is the best place in Cuba for divers and snorkelers. Indeed there is an impressive coral reef located few meters from the beach. It is possible to go to snorkeling without having to take a boat or pay for an excursion. We first discovered Jibacoa in June 2005 and since that time we have returned many times for a relaxing stay, but mostly for admiration of the marine world. Jibacoa is our annual summer pilgrimage.

We visited many provinces of Cuba, and it is Jibacoa, we like to return for snorkeling expeditions. It is even possible to do scuba diving from the beach. It tells you how this place is special in Cuba. Holguin and Cayo Largo are also nice alternatives for lovers of the marine world.

We stay at the hotel Superclubs Breezes Jibacoa. A nice 4-star hotel we really appreciate being. The atmosphere is very relaxed and the Ranchón, which is located near the beach, is our favorite place to lunch. It is a pleasure to admire the sea in this beach restaurant. This hotel is for adult customers only (14-year years minimum).

All new constructions in Cuba are now behind the dunes to protect structures from potential hurricanes. The ranchóns are now replaced by beach restaurants, but quite far from the beach! But this is not the case at the Breezes Jibacoa. In June 2008, the Ranchón was closed for renovations. It was rebuilt at the same place but bigger and more solid (asphalt shingle roof).

The neighboring hotel Villa Jibacoa Cameleon (3-stars) is located on the same beach, but does not share services with the Breezes. Since the new reforms by Raul Castro took effect, Cubans now have access to hotels like any other tourist. Since very few can afford a stay at the Breezes, they choose rather the Cameleon Villas. This hotel has been for years an exclusive Italian club called Villa Tropicoco administered by Venta Club.

As the beaches of Cuba are not private, Cubans have the right to enjoy bathing and suntan in the sea in front of the hotels. Some will even spend the whole day, but they cannot use the beach chairs, palapas and other services of the hotels. If you have gifts to give to Cubans (other than those working at the hotel), these people will be very pleased with the gesture.

The hotels in Jibacoa are not located on the Varadero peninsula, but 45 minutes drive from the Varadero airport (and an hour from Havana). If you are looking for a beautiful long beach of fine white sand, it would be wiser to opt for hotels in Varadero. The main attraction of Jibacoa is diving, snorkeling and relax!

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