Basucally if you've seen one Varadero market, you've seen 'em all, as the saying goes. They all have the same goodies, you just have to find the ones who are willing to bargain. First off, never pay the price they ask. I once got a $75.00 carving for $5.00, 2 Barbie dolls, and 2 T-shirts. Try to find someone working a booth who's isolated, that way they don't have to worry. Then you can bargain. If you have a bag of items that you wish to trade that day, don't let them see it, have someone else hold it for you otherwise they'll want it all. Bring to the table only what you want to part with for a particular item. If you sense that you need a little more to close the deal, let him squirm for a minute then go grab another shirt or something, sometimes they'll think you're leaving altogether and then they'll change their mind.
What To Buy: I like the handmade items, things that speak of Cuba. I could have bought this necklace anywhere in the world, but this motorcycle made out of a Cuban beer can could have only come from one place.
What To Pay: Everything is cheap in Varadero, if not then you can make it cheap. Don't try to rip anybody off, afterall these people need a buck more than you, butdon't get ripped off yourself. Trading clothes is fair for both parties. T-shirts with any kind of writing on them are gold.
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