Is It Worth It? Hurricane Season in Cuba | Grand Memories Santa Maria Cuba

Hurricane Season in September was it really worth the $725 All-in for the Risk?
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[@bobmomcilovic2910]

I agree with you 100% on the value for your money in Cuba. I always say I would rather go to Cuba twice a year then anywhere else just once a year. 🍻

[@Finding-Fish]

Totally Agree!!!!! I love it and I love value for money!!! Thanks for watching Bob

[@vernandrus8410]

Hey Mike. I totally agree. I am retired on a modest pension but my wife and I go to Cayo Coco twice a year in October/Early November and April for 2 weeks each time and no where can you get value for your dollar and the greatest people in the world than in Cuba. You are so right about what it would cost in Canada to do the same thing which wouldn't even include the flight. I tell people go to Cuba and Enjoy. Life only lasts so long and any day above ground is a good day. Keep up the great videos.

[@jenniferfisher4912]

So so true!! Thanks for sharing this🩷life is too short- like you we are loving every minute we have!

[@Finding-Fish]

Thanks so much

[@eoinmowat9111]

Heading to Memories Oct 18. Cheap 1 week end of season trip. Upgradd to diamond suite. Don't want to think for a week. No expectations except some sun and beer. Thanks for the video.

[@NatMarco]

Hello Mike you should visit Aston Costa Verde Holguin

[@waynewilliams6999]

Great content

[@Finding-Fish]

Thanks Wayne I’m down here in Cayo Coco right now just landed

[@markoskar75]

I'm heading to the Sanctuary at Santa Maria, partly because of your videos. I'm an old Cuba lover, travelled 6-7 times in past but as fortunes changed so did my choices of resorts spending $20k plus to take my family to for a week. Going to Sanctuary in 3 weeks is like finding real self again. Can't wait to see the smiles of the beautiful Cuban people again. Unmatched beaches and the Cuban vibe. Thank you sir! Keep it up!

[@Finding-Fish]

have fun!!! yes Cuba has the best beaches in the World, its not for everyone but once you understand it( its a great Choice) thanks for watching and commenting Mike

[@marcomillette4012]

100% agree with you. you'll find something to eat plus the view at the beach is amazing !!!

[@Finding-Fish]

Absolutely

[@doug7745]

All the short comings fade away when you can walk way out in the aqua coloured ocean wearing a tee shirt and sunglasses. 😊

[@Bobrenok1]

Cuba, it's a remarkable destination! The Cuban people, they have a strong cultural identity that's quite unique. They prioritize their own, which makes them incredibly authentic. They give tourists a warm welcome, offering decent food and stunning beaches with crystal-clear waters. The locals are exceptionally friendly. Safety? It's top-notch! Cuba operates on its own clock, what they call "Cuban time." Embrace the rhythm, enjoy the experience, and remember, the world doesn't owe you anything as a tourist; it's all about gratitude for the journey. And let's be honest, average Canadians don't always have a wide variety of breakfast options. Complaining about breakfast at a Cuban resort? Not fair. Especially if you only paid 700 bucks. Try to survive on 700$ in shittiest town in Canada for a week.

[@jayan166]

Very nice. 😜😜😜

[@Finding-Fish]

Thanks Jayan!!! I appreciate it!!!

[@glennschiffer1742]

the water looks so clear.....beautiful

[@Finding-Fish]

It was amazing

[@mariavaruzza-i1f]

Love your videos! So informative :)

[@theflowpowa42oshow]

one fish two fish red fish blue fish !

[@Finding-Fish]

Love it!!! I appreciate the 70’s comment!!!

[@KardosoMedia]

Love your easing going approach to traveling.. making the most of the situation regardless is key

[@Finding-Fish]

Hey thanks I’m looking into the Melia you mentioned!!!! I was talking with a couple in Santa Maria last week about that very Resort

[@michaelladouceur8894]

Hi Mike, like you, we’ve been to Cuba numerous times (30+) as well as several other destinations in the Caribbean and we agree totally with your philosophy. It does pain us to know that Cuba could be doing more to improve the lives of its people if it could unleash some of their entrepreneurial spirit. Your videos are inspiring and authentic. Thank you for sharing them 👍

[@jenniferfisher4912]

Thank you

[@RedRockMaintenance]

That water is absolutely amazing. Great info Mike

[@Finding-Fish]

Scottie!!! Ya it’s beautiful down here!!! Thanks for watching

[@kirkgraham3012]

That's why I head to Cuba twice a year.I can't wait to be in Cayo Santa Maria in November and March! Hope to run into you sometime!

[@Finding-Fish]

Thank for the comment, I’ve run into 70 subscribers here in CAYO COCO this week!!! Mikie

[@gregjname7227]

That's funny Mike, I was just thinking about that recently.

[@Finding-Fish]

Thanks Greg!!! I’m surprised your not come to Cayo Coco I’m at the airport as we speak

[@budeweiser1968]

Love the videos, keep them coming.

[@Finding-Fish]

Thanks Budeweiser

[@torontogal38]

Just found your channel this morning! Been binge watching your Cuba videos. I've been to Varadero 3 times but never to Cayo Coco or Santa Maria. Like you I usually travel low season in May or September. Never had an issue with hurricanes. I also look at the hurricane watch website and also book about 3 to 5 days before my trip when the prices drop significantly. 3 weeks ago I went to Jamaica at a resort called Riu Palace Tropical Bay. Booked with Sunwing and had an oceantfront room. Nice videos! the beach looks fabulous!

[@Finding-Fish]

Thanks I appreciate it!!! Thanks for your support And I was thinking about going to Jamaica!

[@RockNcountrySTAR]

Hey Fish, you have a great perspective on travel, maybe I should say realistic but either way another good video on the beautiful country of Cuba, you just can’t find better beaches for the buck and like you said there’s always something good to eat, you definitely won’t starve , keep tipping those hard working gardeners!!

[@Finding-Fish]

Hey Rock’n Totally!!! Best value for money!!! And if you love beaches!!! You’ll have an amazing time! I’m in Cayo Coco right now and the beach is beautiful!!! Thanks for watching

[@RockNcountrySTAR]

@@Finding-Fish so is this number 31 to Cuba ? Man I’m a bit envious but I’m close to being able to go whenever I choose , ok enjoy Cayo coco , thanks for the reply !!!

[@doug7745]

We're you using a metal selfie stick during a thunder storm? 😮

[@Finding-Fish]

Totally

[@Dutchy-1168]

It’s an adventure ‼️🇨🇺🇨🇦❤️

[@Finding-Fish]

Yuppers Dutchy

[@hobbyist888hifi]

Appreciate your opinions of Cuba 👍🇨🇺. Love your videos of Cuba 🇨🇺☕️🏝🎉.

[@jenniferfisher4912]

Thank you!!!

[@Finding-Fish]

Thank you I appreciate it

[@HiddenJackpots]

another great video. I remember staying at a 4 star going to the buffet... tipped every day and the waiter on the last day brought out a whole HUGE plate of lobster. every day from the first day we were there and tipped the same guy brought a bottle of champagne and put it in our beach bag while we were eating. I do tend to stay away during hurricane season though

[@Finding-Fish]

Hey thanks for your comment and watching, Email me so I can send you a shirt

[@marcomillette4012]

The Memories !!! ive been there many times before. we just came back from a September 2023 trip to Varadero and I have to say its been the hottest with clearest skies ive been in many year to Cuba so far. you'll get a really great morning with sunny skies and as you get to sunset the crowds comes in. its a hit or miss that's all I have to say. be safe !!!

[@Finding-Fish]

Thanks for your Comment I appreciate it!!! Travel Safety

[@marcomillette4012]

@@Finding-Fish leaving for the Dhawa in December have you been ??? I have great Cuban videos resort on my channel if interested cheers

[@ToniasUnpluggedLifeVlog]

I’ve been to Cuba in hurricane weather. I use to bring Yahtzee and stay down at the lobby bar and drink the amazing coffee and then switch to some alcohol. I usually book a week in advance. Take the change and enjoy your vacation.

[@jenniferfisher4912]

Sounds perfect 🤩

[@Finding-Fish]

Absolutely!!! Cards and chessboard go well to!!! And a few cervesas

[@neonguy57]

My wife and I with 3 others are headed to Melia Cayo Coco In 3 weeks for our 20th anniversary . We have been going in October for 20 yrs now and have only missed 2 years in that time. We have always lucked out with the weather and if it does storm you can always sit in the lobby with a book. Love your videos .. Salud !

[@jenniferfisher4912]

Thanks ✅have a great time🩷

[@Finding-Fish]

Amazing have fun

[@Bonez1000]

Love your videos .

[@Finding-Fish]

Thanks eddie

[@amogus6482]

Great video Mike, and your comments are well said. We had a great time at Sanctuary and it was a pleasure meeting you. We both really enjoyed our conversations with you. Gail and Glen ❤️

[@Finding-Fish]

Thanks Gail!!! It was nice meeting you!!! I’m at the airport as we speak, leaving for Cayo Coco

[@Finding-Fish]

Say hello to Glen

[@GizandD]

Love this video. Even though I am Canadian I grow up in Balkan and I am use to shortages. As long as I have something to eat, drink sleep and enjoy myself it's great. My kids are finally old enough to stay home and hubby doesn't have as much vacation. I wandered about single travel. Thanks

[@Finding-Fish]

Thanks for sharing!

[@matthewsemenuk8953]

Hey Mike! After watching your videos I decided to check out the Cuba in 2 days for my first time! I know it's the wet season, but for the extremely low price and my low expectations that I am sure it will be a blast regardless. Heading to the Memories Flamenco for that wonderful beach and hopefully at least a nice sunset or two.

[@sharonarchibald1129]

We went July 2022 - had a wonderful time! You won't regret it. Just have an open mind like Mike says

[@jenniferfisher4912]

Yes!💕🌴🇨🇺

[@Finding-Fish]

Amazing Be opened mind and go with the flow You will love it and great value for money

[@theodorereading5785]

You’ll be happy enjoy man

[@tomb9658]

How was the Sanctuary Grand Memories Santa Maria Cuba? The beach looks great. Lobby bar good?

[@jenniferfisher4912]

Not his fav lobby bar but beach is fabulous!

[@Finding-Fish]

It was great Value for money

[@kristid4246]

We were in Cuba (Cayo Santa Maria) the last week of August and it only rained a few times. It was very short lived. We stayed at Angsana (adults only). It was a beautiful resort. The beach was amazing! The staff were so welcoming and there was plenty of delicious food. The resort absolutely exceeded our expectations! But yes…BRING BUG SPRAY 🤗

[@jenniferfisher4912]

Awesome

[@Finding-Fish]

Great to know thanks for the info!!! Worth checking out

[@tedshaughnessy2397]

Another informative video. We always include a fall trip in our travel plans. We’ve been airlifted out of Samana once, part of the gamble you pay during the fall season. Currently booked for two weeks at Cayo Largo, late October. As you say, it’s all about managing expectations, remaining calm, being kind, and living in the moment.

[@Finding-Fish]

Love it!!!! I’m at the Airport as we speak getting ready to head to Cayo Coco Ted

[@jenniferfisher4912]

Exactly!!! 💕🌴

[@LisaTaillefer]

Love Cuba, all over! But haven’t been there in 10 years…Fish, any reco if we only have time for one location in October?

[@7daysinparadise831]

I was at this resort last November and paid a lot more for a single. The prices are always higher November to April but the weather is usually better. The resort was ok and as usual a great time was had by all. There were some shortages but always something to eat and drink. The staff were amazing and they work so hard. They closed memories section but they kept the lobby bar open for nightly entertainment. We are booked for two weeks at memories caribe Cayo coco this November. We were going to book Cayo Cruz but then heard about the rats in the rooms so switched to caribe. Thanks for the great reviews, really appreciate your honesty. Have you ever been to Ensenachos? we’ve been twice and the coral section is amazing and the beach will blow your mind. Cheers from Canada …. Heather

[@Finding-Fish]

Hey Heather!!! I totally want to check it out!!! For the money I had a fabulous time!!!! An absolutely beautiful place and beaches!!!

[@jasonhicks5747]

Ty I love your videos me and my wife just started to travel and we are going in May love your videos

[@Finding-Fish]

have fun!!! Remember Cuba suffers from shortages, and certain items can come and go Mike

[@henrygreene3003]

Hi Mike, Just started watching your videos the last couple of months. You have grown on us and we really enjoy watching your videos. We been to many of the same resorts you have stayed. It brings back many fond memories of our trips. Paula and I have travel to various Caribbean Countries since 2008 (Cuba, DR, Jamaica and Mexico). We seem to always return to Cuba . We love the people and have always had a better time in Cuba. Since Covid we did two trips to Cuba one to Varadero and one to Cayo Cuz. Each resort had shortages but we made the best of things. We just finished watching your Cayo Largo trip to Memories. We were heading there last March but seen some negative reviews and went to the Iberostar in Cayo Cuz instead. We now are sorry we didn't go there after watching your videos. Paula said I told you so this would be a nice place. We are heading back this year to Cuba again . I think the nicest beach in Cuba was in front of the Memories in Cayo Santa Maria it was like sugar. We do love Varadero Beach, Flamenco Beach and the beach in front of the Pullman and Melia but Cayo Santa Maria Memories to us is the best. Keep up your videos I know we enjoy then alot. We might run into you on the beach I am tall/heavy set and wearing a Tilley Hat.

[@Finding-Fish]

That’s sounds like an enjoyable life to me!!! Absolutely run into you someday Thanks for your support

[@jimlofaro5695]

great video. we love your videos.

[@Finding-Fish]

Thank you 🤗

[@Dutchy-1168]

I’m with you .. been going to Cuba now for 41 years and love it there … Just came back from Santa Maria “ sol Cayo Santa Maria “ and paid $749 Cdn Single 👍

[@Finding-Fish]

Hey Dutchy My favourite Donut Ya can’t go wrong at that price Mike

[@shaunspencer8494]

That's a no for me dog! Waist of money because I'm going for the sun, laying out on the beach sucking back a delicious drink, and getting my tan on my dude. But thanks for the video, now I know when to go, lol.

[@Finding-Fish]

Lol

[@fivezero2015]

Hi there, I love your videos! Awesome content! My husband and I went to Memories Caribe in 2022, which was the first all inclusive travel experience either of I had ever had and it was AMAZING! the beach was just perfect, we didn’t have hot running water during our stay but we didn’t care at all, we were at the beach the whole time lol! Like you, our priority was the beach & safety. We are planning to take our son (he is 8) on his first all inclusive trip as well and we are booking a last minute to either Veradero Sol Caribe OR Memories Flameno in Cayo Coco, he is also most excited about the beach. I know the purpose of your channel is not to recommend things, BUT, in your opinion, which beach would do YOU prefer? We are hoping for white sand, calm waters & lots of seashells & wildlife (in Cayo Coco we saw crabs, starfish, fish, etc) and our son is most looking forward to the wildness of the beach. ❤❤❤

[@Finding-Fish]

I’ve not been to Sol!!! But Flamenco many times!!! Flamenco as you know deals with many maintenance issues, plumbing etc… But the beach there is so beautiful…. They also have amazing pools… I don’t recommend only because Cuba can be unpredictable with water and food shortages!!! Flamenco needs up dates and work, but the beach is amazing!!! I leave it at that!!! Enjoy you vacation where ever you decide to stay!!! Your going for the beach and safety!!! Enjoy Mike

[@fivezero2015]

Hi Mike, we ended up in Varadero at SOL Caribe because we didn’t book the Memories Flamenco in time and it sold out! LOL! Thank you SOOO much for your feedback! Keep the awesome content coming, love it!! Take care :)

[@dansu3135]

Hi Mike, I am going to Varadero next week, do you know the latest exchange rate between $CAN and pesos..the non official one. Thanks ! ROC Barlovento 14 days $1200

[@Finding-Fish]

Don’t exchange Dan, they except Canadian and USD And Visa . That’s all I ever bring anymore

[@allie1764]

Is it safe to go to Cuba in September? I really want to book a week trip the end of Sept this year.

[@eduardaalmeida414]

Are there hurricanes in Cuba also June, July, August!?

[@Finding-Fish]

There can be!!!! but the Probability of hurricanes heats up later in the Summer and more risk in AUG, SEP, OCT, NOV but yes of course JULY - AUG \but in all my years travelling to the Caribbean of have yet to have a problem in JULY and AUG

[@sharonarchibald1129]

Is the price out of Toronto? Love your videos!

[@jenniferfisher4912]

Yes

[@Finding-Fish]

Yes it is!

[@SW-jg7yh]

Love your videos!! Im currently pregnant and thinking of coming in October but worried about water shortages and potential food poisoning. Any word on these things? Thanks! 😊

[@Finding-Fish]

Have you booked your trip yet? If not I wouldn’t take the chance!

[@Finding-Fish]

There are so many issues right now!!! Just my opinion

[@SW-jg7yh]

@@Finding-Fish haven't booked yet so that is really helpful 👍you mean the food issues or are there more you are talking about? Really appreciate your wisdom 🙂

[@Finding-Fish]

The food is fine but if your pregnant there a great chance you’ll have no issues!!!! But there’s been a few water shortages but nothing major for healthy strong people!!!

[@Finding-Fish]

I just to be honest!!!! Today there was no problems at all

[@jacquesconstantine6521]

Hello Mike, I’ m going there within 20 days , is there an afordsble way to visite la habana from there? Such a plane or car

[@christians218]

You're amazing at what you are doing here on YT.! The content, structure and information is so enjoyable and you really give an amazing perspective. I'm staying away from the Cancun, Punta Cana, Negril 5 stars for a while and coming back to Cuba this Fall after 6 years of avoiding. Thanks for your insight definitely wish I subbed earlier! Cheers and safe travels!

[@Finding-Fish]

Thanks so Much I appreciate your comment!

[@2antigonish]

Have you been next door to Roylton?

[@Finding-Fish]

Coming this Fall!!! Can’t wait

[@babygwaps]

We’re headed to memories caribe the first week of October! Hoping all Will be well that week :) has anyone been the first week of October? What is the weather typically like?

[@Finding-Fish]

I’m head to Cayo Coco now

[@ЕленаШ-ц6л]

На Кубе не попадала в ураган,а в Доминикане - да. Это было страшно! Я думала ,нас снесёт вместе с отелем! Пальмы от ветра согнуло параллельно земле!

[@slipperyjim1497]

holy sales pitch batman.

[@tee6394]

Or maybe he's just being sincere and openminded? I have seen countless reviews from people who spend peanuts to go to a resort and expect the service and amenities you would get at a resort that costs 5x as much or more.

[@jenniferfisher4912]

Thank you 😊

[@Finding-Fish]

Ok SlipperJoe!!

[@slipperyjim1497]

@@tee6394 No, I knew going in that the food would be not great and that there were shortages. However what I find is every time this channel goes to Cuba (which is VERY frequently) and shows the food it does not match my experience. Makes me suspicious. I would have been overjoyed to have had food spreads shown in these videos. Cynical me suspects that this is sponsored in some way. I loved my time in Cuba but I wouldn't be making videos suggesting people should go during a hurricane season and raving about how tasty the food is. If this is completely genuine then I apologize for the accusations to the content creator.

[@jenniferfisher4912]

Tbh there is not another person on earth as genuine as Mike. Truly an incredible person!

[@cind3913]

Hi Mike! Have you ever gone the end of october? How's the weather?

[@Finding-Fish]

I’ve gone every month in the Calendar Leaving for Varadero Monday!!! Going to be in Cuba 🇨🇺 until Christmas basically back and Forth

[@Finding-Fish]

Check out hurricane 🌀my tips video I just made at Jibacoa summer-fall travel video

[@Finding-Fish]

Weather will be great

[@cind3913]

@@Finding-Fish we just booked end of November instead ! First time since 2019! Loved your sanctuary grand memories video!