8 Countries Americans Can't Visit

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It can be said that the US and Cuba have not been on friendly terms since the cold war. After the trade embargo in 1958, all ties with Americans were nearly severed by Cuba, which ultimately had a detrimental impact on the tourism industry.

However, there is a way to bypass this restriction. One of the twelve travel visa options that necessitate a CTC (Cuba Tourist Card) can be applied for, if desired. It is advisable to have a substantial amount of cash readily available if a shopping spree is part of the plan, and caution should be exercised when making purchases.