Advice For Cuba Trip

<p>Hey guys,<br />I was hoping I could get some advice from you veterans for my upcoming one week trip to Cuba next month in terms of preparation for a wedding I was invited to shoot.<br>

<br />I have the basics covered, I think. 2 cameras, a few primes, a flash, a diffuser, spare batteries, a tripod, a bag for all the gear, valid Canadian passport, Plane tickets, medical insurance...I think I'm covered okay for gear and basic stuff...anything I miss?</p>

<p>I'm not planning on shopping or partying, just going there to shoot and take in the scenery as much as I can.</p>

<p>Please advise. Thank you.</p>

<p>I am no veteran but I went to Cuba 2 times and took a lot of nice pictures there. I went to Havana and Trinidad.<br>

Don't be afraid to talk to the people , they are very nice. It will help you if you want to take good portraits. Give them small gifts could help as well.<br>

Don't be afraid of people asking you money, if you just say no they won't be angry.<br>

You can take superb street photgraphy there.</p>

<p>Julien</p>

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<p>use your commonsense to where to place your gear and who is to trust and where to go and learing some spansh words dosnt hurt.</p>

<p>Would you bring back some cigars for me? </p>

<p>Good luck and have a good time.</p>

<p>Do not leave your gear unattended, anywhere, at any time. Lock your suitcase when you leave your hotel room and do not leave anything out in the open.</p>

<p>Do not bring a cell phone or laptop. It may get confiscated at customs. However I haven't had any trouble getting camera gear in.</p>

<p>Bring sunscreen and DEET.</p>

<p>Fill your suitcases full of stuff to give away. Bring unneeded clothing, toiletries, school supplies, perhaps even powdered milk. The situation in Cuba is desperate and you'll really make a difference in people's lives. Do not be shy in approaching people when giving stuff away. If you must, you can always go for a walk around town and leave items at each street corner ;)</p>

<p>Whatever you do, bring stuff for the Cubans. They need it.</p>

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