Get a different taste of Cuban life in vibrant Santiago, Cuba's second city. The Afro-Caribbean influence is stronger here than on the rest of the island, so the weather and the people are decidedly warm and sultry. Santiago is also a great place to relax on the beach and explore Cuba's colonial and revolutionary history.
Santiago is the gateway to the three-star, unpretentious resorts along the southern coast. The beaches face on to the warm Caribbean Sea, so kids will love playing in the water. Explore the region's major sights like Le Gran Piedra or the El Cobre shrine. But most of all, spend some time in Old Santiago, wandering the streets, shopping for crafts, catching a baseball game or just soaking up the atmosphere.
Depending on your interests, you can choose a hotel package in the city (which doesn't include meals and drinks) or an all-inclusive package at one of the beach resorts. Either choice is a great deal and a good long stay option for sunbirds.