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For a top all inclusive family vacation to Cuba look no further than Hotel Playa Pesquero in Rafael Freyre

Choosing an all inclusive family vacation to Cuba can be tricky with so many to choose from, but by all accounts the Hotel Playa Pesquero in Rafael Freyre is worth close examination.

There are huge differences in opinions about hotels in Cuba, and they all have their critics, but it is important to realise that a Cuba Vacation isn't the same as most parts of the Caribbean. A visit to the decaying majesty of Havana, and the gratitude of hotel staff for small gifts makes you realise the scale of the poverty that exists, and the run down state of the economy. The large number of all inclusive holidays to Cuba is an indication that there isn't that much to be had outside the hotel complexes, and the overall standards here, whilst a number are classified as five star, aren't really comparable with the same or equivalent in the rest of the Caribbean.

Leaving that aside the satisfaction ratings for the Hotel Playa Pesquero in Rafael Freyre are high, and it is a very popular choice for an all inclusive family vacation. It sits on a lovely white sand beach, and is a great holiday destination both for people who want to do nothing but relax, but plenty of facilities for the energetic luxury family vacation as well.

The rooms at the Hotel Playa Pesquero are laid out in blocks each containing five or six units. This makes the hotel like a village, with all the apartments scattered around the beautifully maintained gardens.

The rooms themselves are a good size, and you can book Standard, Superior Standard, or a Suite, and in total there are over 900 units, making the Hotel Playa Pesquero absolutely huge. Now there are advantages as well as disadvantages to an hotel this size, but if you choose Hotel Playa Pesquero for an all inclusive luxury family vacation a hotel like this has such a huge number of facilities for the children, size has to be an advantage.

The pool at the Hotel Playa Pesquero is huge and kept very clean, with a pool bar at one end, a bridge across the middle, and plenty of sun beds around. The beach is private, the sea is beautiful, and very convenient for snorkelling. There are a number of beach activities to take part in for all the family, and a grill and bar right on the beach.

In terms of activities which is very essential on any luxury family vacation, it is true to say that just about anything goes. You can go cycling, play tennis, play pool, table tennis, squash, go kayaking, and whilst the list isn't quite without limits, there's more than enough for all the family.

An all inclusive family vacation needs an adequate amount of drink, and the Hotel Playa Pesquero is well supplied with bars, from the pool bar, the lobby, to the beach bar, and a beer garden.

There are five restaurants where you are limited to one meal per week, then there are two buffet restaurants where you eat breakfast. The choice of food is good, and you can have it cooked right in front of you. A bribe of a few dollars to the head waiter in an a la carte restaurant can do wonders for your ability to book, and a piece of advice is to book early.

The Romantic restaurant seems to be much the favourite amongst guests who do return here year after year.

When staying at the Hotel Playa Pesquero there are three essential trips, the first is Havana, the second is swimming with dolphins, and the third is the speedboat safari.

Finally remember the unseen members of staff like the gardeners. It is easy to tip room cleaners and waiters, but they do relatively well compared to the others. Gifts such as make up, and toiletries, pens and pencils are much appreciated.

The Hotel Playa Pesquero is a good all inclusive hotel, rated the top in Cuba, and despite its size, capable of giving you a great luxury all inclusive family vacation.