An Argentine young woman spent several days in Cuba and took to TikTok to share her experience on her account @iaritacurti. This followed a warning from the Argentine Government advising against travel to the island due to shortages of essential goods. In her video, titled "To Travel or Not to Travel to Cuba as an Argentine?", she recounted her stay in Varadero and her observations during her visit to the country.
"I'm not going to recommend whether to travel or not; that's up to each person. I can only speak about what I lived through," she stated at the beginning of the video. She explained that at the hotel where she stayed, there was no lack of water or food. "It's not like an all-inclusive in Punta Cana; there's less variety, but we never ran out of food or water," she noted, emphasizing that the service met her expectations. She also mentioned bringing medications from Argentina "as a precaution," but had no issues bringing them in.
However, she acknowledged that there are genuine challenges affecting daily life, such as the scarcity of fuel. "A guy working here told us they're struggling due to the lack of gasoline. They share transportation to get to work," she recounted. She assured that for those staying at the hotel, "there are no major issues," but tourists wanting to go on excursions might face some limitations.
Regarding the political situation, she was cautious: "It's not a topic of conversation. The hotel is a bubble. If you ask, they might share something, but it's not frequently discussed." In her concluding remarks, she clarified that her account reflects a specific moment and that "the situation can change from one day to the next."
The video sparked debate among Cubans and Argentines on social media. Some appreciated her honesty, while others criticized her for offering a view "from the tourism bubble." "If something happens to you there, they aren't equipped to help you," commented one user. Others agreed with her more moderate perspective: "Cuba is a beautiful country, but one must travel cautiously nowadays." She ended her video by expressing her affection for the country: "Don't miss out on discovering Cuba, despite everything. My experience was good, but everyone has their own."
Questions About Traveling to Cuba
What did the Argentine tourist say about the availability of food and water in Cuba?
The tourist mentioned that although there was less variety than in other all-inclusive destinations, they never ran out of food or water at the hotel where she stayed.
How did the tourist handle the situation regarding medication?
She brought medications from Argentina as a precaution and had no issues bringing them into Cuba.
What challenges did the tourist notice during her stay?
The tourist noticed real challenges like fuel scarcity, affecting locals who share transportation to work.