Eight US-based airlines have received tentative approval to fly to Havana, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) announced Thursday. The move – part of a broader effort to normalize relations between the US and Cuba – would give 10 US airports at least one weekly non-stop flight to the Cuban capital. The DOT approved 14 … Read more
Sundance Institute announced today its return to Cuba with film screenings and filmmaker discussions open to the public as part of Sundance Film Forward, July 14-16. Local artists, students, and film lovers are invited to attend public events at venues across Havana, including Cine Yara and Casa del Festival. Sundance Film Forward will host free … Read more
Southwest Airlines today was informed by U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) that the carrier has been preliminarily awarded authority to serve Havana with twice daily nonstop service from Ft. Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, and once daily nonstop service from Tampa Bay International Airport. Pending finalized authority from DOT and subject to requisite approvals from the Cuban … Read more
On Thursday, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) tentatively awarded the airline nonstop flights to the Cuban capital from its global gateways in New York/Newark and Houston. “These flights open the door to a new world of travel and opportunities for our customers,” said Oscar Munoz, United’s president and CEO. “We are proud of the … Read more
The European Union (EU) and Cuba held seven rounds of talks—two in 2014, four in 2015, and one in March 2016—on a Political Dialogue and Cooperation Agreement (PDCA) covering political, trade, and development issues. The new cooperation agreement, which has to be officially approved by EU governments, would replace the 1996 Common Position. In 1996, … Read more
Taste is experienced on the tongue and in the mind – and what better way is there to summon your inner Cuban than to prepare a traditional Cuban feast. Cuban MoJo Roasted Pork (Lechon Asado) is the main guest or centerpiece at almost any Cuban celebration. A Cuban feast typically includes some form of beans … Read more
Looking for a cultural cruise on a small-ship to Cuba? You’re in luck. Friendly Planet Travel, one of the leading companies specializing in Cuba travel, has teamed up with Celestyal Cruises to provide a culturally immersive experience in a seven-night all-inclusive voyage through Santiago de Cuba, Havana, Punta Francés, Isla de Juventud and Cienfuegos. Tour-goers … Read more
Cuba has a strong tradition of banking. Its first bank began operating in 1832, and by 1959 Cuba had over 49 commercial banks with over 200 branches. The largest privately owned bank in Latin America at the time was Cuban, and two Cuban banks ranked in the top 500 globally. Additionally, a number of foreign … Read more
According to a report by Reuters, a statement issued by Cuba’s Council of Ministers this week said Economy Minister Marino Murillo explained to Council members the country’s economic situation and restrictions being adopted for the rest of the year, without giving details. The restrictions apply to some state firms and joint ventures and include reductions … Read more
Cuba made its first US soyoil purchase in more than five years this month with the purchase of 7,600 tonnes, according to the US Department of Agriculture. The transaction made headlines because the trend in exports from the US to Cuba has been declining since it peaked in 2008. Also, drought and heavy rains in … Read more
