40+ Weird Cuban Facts That Few People Are Aware Of

Published on 09/12/2022
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Not Internet Friendly

Since the list’s debut in 2006, Reporters Without Borders has included Cuba as an “Internet Enemy.” The Cuban government completely blocks access to a number of websites. While limiting access to certain websites is conceivable, it is not very prevalent.

Not Internet Friendly

Not Internet Friendly

In the past few years, there have been less restrictions on what can be seen online. In 2007, the law said that anyone could buy a computer. Digital media are increasingly important in getting information about what’s going on in Cuba to the rest of the world. This is starting to help a lot.

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Limits On Traveling

The fear of communism in our country has caused the United States government to impose travel restrictions on Cuba ever since Fidel Castro came to power in 1960. Even now, these rules about travel are still in place.

Limits On Traveling

Limits On Traveling

At first, people who were licensed by the Treasury Department, such as journalists, academics, government officials, and people with direct family members living on the island, were not allowed to take part in sanctioned travel. In 2011, these rules were changed so that any American could go to Cuba as long as they were part of a cultural exchange program called “people-to-people.”

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