Cuban Gas Station by robfalbo

Cuban Gas Station

Photo of the day... Cuban Gas Station
Varadero, Cuba
© Rob Falbo

On the outskirts of Varadero, a service station that I was told didn't have any gas.

We drove by a school that day that was "supposedly" a factory for making bullets according to a local. It was too risky to take a photo.

Some things in Cuba should not be photographed... military installations, army personnel, and police officers. They tell you to not even try. Although, some do seem to pose for you, but not happily like in some countries.

If you travel to Cuba as a serious photographer, with lots of lenses and equipment, you will surely get asked about it when you arrive. It's a good idea to be discreet. I've heard stories of people actually being followed on their trip, especially back when Fidel Castro was in power.

Also, some major tourist attractions have an "annoying" photo fee clearly stated at the entrance and you may find a museum guard following you around ready to ask for payment.

Photo: Canon EOS 650 AF SLR Film Camera (digitized print)
Great photo…
February 1st, 2024  
Cool look
February 1st, 2024  
Good capture
February 1st, 2024  
Thank you for the photography information. I always try to be discreet with my camera. Had to look up Varadero. Looks like beautiful beaches.
February 1st, 2024  
Very bright and light.
February 2nd, 2024  
Great capture and thanks for the info, very interesting.
February 2nd, 2024  
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