By Sylvia Mathews Burwell, HHS Secretary Earlier this year, President Obama laid out the Administration’s vision for a new relationship with Cuba – one built on cooperation and collaboration on the interests we share. Two weeks ago, I visited Havana to further that vision and lay the groundwork for partnership on specific health priorities. At … Read more
By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon, Cuba Journal contributor There’s a new travel option for visitors eager to explore Cuba: Clearwater, Florida-based company The Moorings will begin offering crewed yacht charters around the emerging island in March 2017. Based out of Marina Hemingway in Havana and Gaviota Marina in Varadero, the week-long all-inclusive sailings will offer groups of … Read more
In the first six months of 2016, revenues from tourism in Cuba rose 15% compared with the same period last year, according to Cuban government data. The number of visitors from the U.S. soared around 80%, though from a low base. The total number of visitors to Cuba was up 11.8%. Cuba’s National Statistics Office … Read more
Expressed as a map, Cuba’s linguistic heritage would resemble a map of the world. The words and phrases brought to life in Pedro Menocal’s new book, Cubanisms, don’t just step off the page but out of the undulating, living landscape of Cuba, past and present. Click here to read the Cuba Journal’s review of Cubanisms.
Havana is one of the most desirable locations in the world for travelers today. The city itself is like a canvas painted with a collisions of colors made up of history, struggle and amazing beauty and humanity. Unlike other Caribbean destinations, gaining access to all of Havana’s many wonders is accomplished best with a guided … Read more
During a recent scuba trip with Avalon Diving Center, the Cuba Journal ran into several Cuban research scientists conducting research by tagging sharks in the Jardines de la Reina area of Cuba. We asked the researchers to take along our camera and shoot some of the action for us. Here’s what we got back. Shark … Read more
Centrally-located Santa Clara, Cuba’s 5th-largest city, is an emerging destination for travelers from the U.S. Recent expansion of commercial flights from the U.S. to Cuba have contributed to the city’s recent surge in tourism. JetBlue, American, Southwest, Silver, and Sun Country all fly to Santa Clara – most daily, some weekly. While the city lacks … Read more
Conceived in 1993 and established in 1994, the U.S.-Cuba Trade and Economic Council provides the U.S. business community with information and analysis on matters of interest regarding U.S.-Cuba commercial, economic, and political relations. The U.S.-Cuba Trade and Economic Council does not take positions with respect to U.S.- Cuba political relations. The organization is a private, … Read more
Southwest Airlines has officially begun service to Cuba, with the launch of new flights between Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood and the resort hub of Varadero. The first Varadero flight touched down with 143 passengers and crew on Sunday. “Our Employees have worked hard to open this route and a new chapter for people who want to connect … Read more
When it comes to getting the most out of a tour to Cuba, consider these two things during the planning stages: making sure the tour covers your interests and go with an affinity group if you can. It is not only more enjoyable, it is more meaningful and educational. Cuba’s history and relative isolation are … Read more
