Royalton Hicacos Resort & Spa, Varadero, Cuba

The Royalton Hicacos Resort & Spa is an all-inclusive, adult-only resort in Varadero, Cuba, an approximate 45-minute drive from the airport and 10-minutes from the town of Varadero. The resort sits on gorgeous beachfront, facing the fine white sand beach and stunning crystal-clear turquoise waters of the Caribbean.

The resort dining options include an international buffet restaurant, 5 à la carte restaurants, a 24-hour snack bistro, ice cream bar, and several bars and lounges. In addition to the white sand beach and swimming pools, guests can also take advantage of the resort’s world-class spa, gymnasium, and tennis courts.

A word of advice, be sure to pack your own mosquito repellent! As with all Caribbean islands, mosquitos and no-see-ums are plentiful and it can be difficult to repellent there.