Cuba news.
On Monday, US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Sylvia M. Burwell signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Cuba’s Ministry of Public Health, an important milestone between the two countries since the re-establishment of diplomatic relations in 2015. The MOU establishes coordination across a broad spectrum of public health issues, including global … Read more
Yes, Cuba is an island in the Caribbean Sea. Her terrain is similar to other Caribbean islands, but different. Her history is similar, but different. Her culture is similar, but different. Indeed, almost everything about Cuba has some similarity to her Caribbean neighbors but Cuba is a destination like no other. Celebrated travel writer Kay … Read more
By Alexander Britell In an historic move, the US Department of Transportation has granted multiple commercial flight frequencies between the United States and Cuba. The flights will be the first commercial flight service to Cuba from the US in more than a half century. The DOT has approved six domestic airlines to begin scheduled flights … Read more
Residents of Vermont know Jake Agna for his Kids on the Ball tennis program for Burlington youth. Now, Agna is big plans to expose Cuban youth to tennis – and expand international relations despite the US embargo against Cuba. His vision became a reality on March 1, 2016 when the Cuban government approved a project … Read more
Hollywood legend Robert De Niro became the latest newsmaker to visit Cuba this week. The actor’s trip got a wave of publicity following a visit to the landmark Havana restaurant La Guarida, which posted photos of De Niro’s visit to its Facebook page. And it wasn’t the only visit by De Niro to the restaurant … Read more
It’s increasingly clear that Cuba is a destination that appeals to the luxury demographic in the United States. And now there’s another new way to take an authorized luxury trip to the island. Luxury operator Ker & Downey is now offering customizable private people-to-people journeys to Cuba. The tours include a private car and driver, … Read more
The ocean race started in 1961 and has continually run every other year since. One of the oldest offshore races on the calendar, The Pineapple Cup – Montego Bay Race will be the 33rd edition of the venerable 811 nautical mile race. Immediately after the start, racers cross the Gulf Stream for the Northwest Providence Channel. The … Read more
The first photovoltaic solar park in the province of Sancti Spiritus has begun operations. The 2.5-hectare park is located in the area known as La Sierpe Vieja, and contains 525 solar panel modules for peak Megawatt production. According to engineer Jorge Armando Cepero, the project aims to raise the efficiency of electricity generation and distribution … Read more
The following is the statement of Paul Fujimura, Assistant Administrator and Larry Mizell, TSA Representative, Transportation Security Administration, U.S. Department of Homeland Security before the House Committee on Homeland Security, Transportation Security Subcommittee on Tuesday, May 17, 2016. Introduction Good afternoon, Chairman Katko, Ranking Member Rice, and distinguished Members of the Subcommittee. Thank you for … Read more
Ponant Yacht Cruises and Expeditions is inviting travelers to be among the first Americans to experience Cuba by sea. The nine-day people-to-people program – sailing from March 25-April 2, 2017 – will feature specially designed excursions ashore delving into architectural preservation; artistic traditions and the daily life of the Cuban people. Travelers will enjoy interactions … Read more
