Cayo Coco

Plaza Los Flamencos is a small shopping complex located just outside the Melia Jardines del Rey resort. It has a few clothing and souvenir shops, a bowling alley and a spa. If you're looking to do a bit of shopping around the resort area, this is your best bet.

A day trip to Morón, the closest town to Cayo Coco, is a great way to escape the confines of the resort area and see a bit more of the country. Experience daily Cuban life in this calm residential town and enjoy some local food and shopping. You can go with organised excursions or on your own, using local buses to travel the approximately 60 km to Morón.

La Gaviota Commercial Center is a great stop if you're looking for some Cuban souvenirs to bring back home. It's a pleasant 30-minute walk from Playa Larga and Playa Coloradas. On the ground floor you will find an open-air handicrafts market. The air-conditioned boutiques are located on the first and second floors. Shop here for handmade cigars and delicious dark rum, locally produced clothes and anything you might need for your beach holiday.