Cuba’s beaches are some of the loveliest in all of the Caribbean. They are coveted for their white sand and waters that mix shades of turquoise and deep blue. These beaches have relatively calm water, so you won’t see many surfers, although you may find windsurfers in places like Cayo Guillermo and Playa Santa Lucía. The beaches in national parks and reserves have good diving off the coast, and some also have mangrove forests and coral reefs within swimming distance.