Cuba Journal

Carnival’s Fathom Brand Bends to Cuba’s Gravity

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Carnival’s Fathom Brand Bends to Cuba’s Gravity

Fathom has added two Cuba sailing dates for fall 2016 – the result of strong pent-up demand by travelers – by reducing it’s sailings to the Dominican Republic. The additional cruises will take place the weeks of Sunday, Oct. 9, and Sunday, Nov. 6. For both week-long cruises, Fathom’s Adonia will depart Port Miami on … Read more

Here Are All Direct Flights to Cuba from the U.S. in 2016

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Here Are All Direct Flights to Cuba from the U.S. in 2016

Direct flights to Cuba from various U.S. cities have begun. These new flights are regular scheduled flights operated under a new agreement between the U.S. and Cuba. Previously, all flights from the U.S. to Cuba were considered “charter” flights. The charter flights have permission to continue flying but may decide to suspend service due to … Read more

WATCH: Much of Havana Life Happens at the Doorstep

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WATCH: Much of Havana Life Happens at the Doorstep

Havana’s architecture and design had pedestrian mobility and urban density in mind long before automobiles were on the scene. Streets in Havana are the place where people come together to enjoy the city and each other. These public spaces make high quality life in the city possible – they form the stage and backdrop to … Read more

Where to Find Public WIFI Access in Cuba

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Where to Find Public WIFI Access in Cuba

At the moment, there are 189 public WIFI locations in Cuba. The official rate is $2 per hour for access at a public WIFI location. Hotels often sell Internet access cards at a premium, usually $5 per hour for access within their facility. Network congestion and slow speeds characterize Internet use in Cuba. Generally, you … Read more

Scheduled U.S. Air Service to Havana to Begin Before Year’s End

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Scheduled U.S. Air Service to Havana to Begin Before Year’s End

The US Department of Transportation (DOT) granted eight US airlines permission to commence up to 20 scheduled daily flights between various U.S. cities and Havana. Six months ago the U.S. and Cuba signed an agreement to re-establish scheduled air service between the two countries after nearly 60 years of restricted charter air service. Yesterday’s announcement … Read more

Delta Announces Havana Service from Atlanta, Miami and New York

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Delta Announces Havana Service from Atlanta, Miami and New York

Delta will begin daily service to Havana, Cuba, from Atlanta, Miami and New York–JFK on Dec. 1, 2016, following today’s announcement by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT). Flights will be available for sale beginning Sept. 10, 2016. All routes are subject to Cuban regulatory approval. On June 10, 2016, the DOT issued an order … Read more

Here Are Current DOT Flight Details for New Air Service to Cuba

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Here Are Current DOT Flight Details for New Air Service to Cuba

Overview of New Cuba Flights On June 10, 2016, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) issued an order authorizing six U.S. airlines to provide scheduled passenger flights between various U.S. cities and cities in Cuba other than Havana. DOT’s order grants the applications of American, Frontier, JetBlue, Silver Airways, Southwest, and Sun Country. These carriers … Read more

Silver Airways Receives Flight Approval from Cuban Government

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Silver Airways Receives Flight Approval from Cuban Government

Silver Airways has received Cuban government approval to operate regularly scheduled commercial service to Cuba, including service from Fort Lauderdale to Santa Clara, Camagüey, Cienfuegos, and Holguín. In addition, Silver is seeking Cuban government approval for service from Fort Lauderdale to Santiago, Cayo Coco, Varadero, Cayo Largo, and Manzanillo. Silver Airways’ first flight 100 is … Read more