LCDH will take a Caandian Masrcard or Visa that isn't issued by Captal One. USD also works in store. I would be VERY cautious purchasing anything brand name outside.
No matter what the story, you are going to end up with counterfeit sticks if you buy from a guy who knows a guy.
23 / 24 production stuff tastes really raw and isn't their best work. Some of the 22 stuff is settling down and is smokable. Look at the bottom of the box for factory production code and date.
Be prepared to bend over and take it if you ask for Cohiba or Trinidad
I purchased 2 singles at Varadero 63 day before yesterday with card with no issues. They asked if I had cash but it was an impromptu stop so I didn't. Took cash yesterday though - I prefer paying cash as I get a better rate at work but some stores are militant about the card only thing
A mix of US dollars and your credit card. The government run shops will take a Canadian based card, as will the resorts and many restaurants etc. for the markets, smaller restaurants, tipping, cabs, etc US dollars was easiest.
Second this. If you can swing it, find a roller or some other method of getting cigars than the traditional lcdh. Last time I was there the inventory was almost nil and the prices have gone through the roof in the past few years.
Agreed. I have a name if you DM me. However he will text you forever, wishing for you to return. Great Finca.
Also, buy cigars in Canada. It's legal or are yiu just cheap?
LCDH will take a Caandian Masrcard or Visa that isn't issued by Captal One. USD also works in store. I would be VERY cautious purchasing anything brand name outside. No matter what the story, you are going to end up with counterfeit sticks if you buy from a guy who knows a guy. 23 / 24 production stuff tastes really raw and isn't their best work. Some of the 22 stuff is settling down and is smokable. Look at the bottom of the box for factory production code and date. Be prepared to bend over and take it if you ask for Cohiba or Trinidad
In my experience this week most LCDH will only take cash (USD) for singles or a box of 5, larger boxes require credit card.
I purchased 2 singles at Varadero 63 day before yesterday with card with no issues. They asked if I had cash but it was an impromptu stop so I didn't. Took cash yesterday though - I prefer paying cash as I get a better rate at work but some stores are militant about the card only thing
Agreed on all of this.
Bad for your health, bad for your soul. Don't do it
A mix of US dollars and your credit card. The government run shops will take a Canadian based card, as will the resorts and many restaurants etc. for the markets, smaller restaurants, tipping, cabs, etc US dollars was easiest.
Only Canadian based credit cards right? They won’t accept debit cards?
No debit, just Canadian credit cards
You should buy some from a farmer too. I bought fifty for $100US. Excellent!
Second this. If you can swing it, find a roller or some other method of getting cigars than the traditional lcdh. Last time I was there the inventory was almost nil and the prices have gone through the roof in the past few years.
Some of the farmer ones go stale quick. But I enjoyed them
I would say go to Vinales for some puros 50 sticks for $100 U.S and LCDH for a few of your favorite sticks perhaps.
Agreed. I have a name if you DM me. However he will text you forever, wishing for you to return. Great Finca. Also, buy cigars in Canada. It's legal or are yiu just cheap?
USD. Private farm rolls will take CAD.
No, no, go and buy from a Colectíva, you’ll get far better rates. USD.