Cuba was a dream for a family with a young child. Everyone was so kind and helpful. Older women would buy candies for Lily (to her delight, since they wouldn't take no for an answer). Fruit vendors wouldn't accept our money when we wanted to buy her a banana or apple. Strangers helped us get our stroller up and down stairs without asking for anything in return.

The most rewarding part, as a parent, was seeing the joy Lily got from meeting and playing with other children. She would squeal with delight every time we saw another "baby," and shower them with hugs and kisses if she was able to get close enough. In Old Havana, she met a four year old and they ran around the plaza together. 

Lily also loved the music. One band let her try out the maracas--she was enthralled.

If you're thinking about Cuba and worried about it being difficult with small children, don't. Just make sure you bring all of the supplies you might need (diapers, wipes, etc) because the quality of what is sold in Cuba is not the same. Other than that, enjoy!