Taxi ride in HAVANA and Varadero

Hi, thank you very much for your message.

I am not currently in Cuba, I actually just came back last week, after spending over 1 month there. I am now in Montreal, Canada. It’s very cold here. I could only wish to be back in Havana. I will probably be going again for an extended period in May. If you go often, then I am sure we can arrange to meet up at some point.

I adore Cuba and the Cuban people. Some people would say I am obsessed with the island. Do you like exploring “hidden” places in Cuba as well? Places that are off the tourist path?

Where are you planning to stay while in Havana? Do you have family in the city?

My friend, Gretel, works as a tour guide for a state company. She is the one who you noticed driving me around in the old Ford car. The car actually belongs to her father Tomas. He is a retired chemical engineer, but now he works as a part time taxi driver, mostly for local Cubans, but he does give tours as well. You can contact Tomas via his daughter. Her cell phone number is 53 5 361 0457. Her home phone is 878 8613. Her email is gretelhc@nauta.cu.

Tomas is a great character and loves to chat and tell you about his passion for Cuba. He’s a safe driver and knows tons of interesting places to explore. His rates are reasonable, and you should negotiate a price to where you are both happy. I think if you meet him for a little tour of Havana or just to spend some time chatting and seeing an interesting place, you will really have a great time.

I hope that we can meet in the future. Let’s stay connected and i’m sure our paths will cross.

Have a great day and have a great trip. Email me if you have any more questions.

Mario Rizzi

• This reply was modified 9 years, 7 months ago by Mario.

I have a driver, and official state driver with a yellow car (the air conditioned new ones), who will take you from Havana airport to Varadero for $50. Would you like this? I don’t know if he will detour from the airport to Vedado, as this is a long detour… He might just want to go directly to Varadero, but you can change your money at the banks in Varadero.. it will be almost the same rate as in Vedado.. just confirm if you want this. I think it’s a good price.

Hi, thanks for sending me the private messages with all the details. ok, so it’s all confirmed. The driver will meet you at the airport for the pickup. He will be there at 9am and holding a sign saying Eileen. You will be arriving at Gate #2. It will be very crowded. But just be patient and look for the guy with the sign, and you will be fine. He will absolutely be there. He will drive you to Vedado and then to Varadero. There will be no problem. And yes, he can fit 3 luggages. They always manage to fit everything. It will be ok. They will find a way. The taxi’s name is Pupi. He’s a good guy. 50$

If any one else needs taxi services in Cuba, either around Havana or for longer distances, please contact me on this forum and I can find you a driver at a low price.

Thank,
Mario Rizzi

Hi, in June there will be the Havana biennial art festival. Lots of art exhibits from international and Cuban artists. The museums and city squares will be packed with exhibits. It will be fun and a nice cultural experience

As for dancing, yes the casa de la música should be lots of fun. It depends on which night you go. Some nights there is salsa dancing and it is mostly locals. Other nights it is hip hop and there are only tourists and working girls. It’s hit or miss. But or else you can also check out the FAC . It’s a huge lounge/bar/nightclub in the vedado neighborhood of Havana. It is currently the most happening and hip place in the city. Locals and foreigners love it has something for everybody.