by Cuba Journal staff “No one wants to miss the train,” said Herman Portocarero, the European Union’s ambassador to Cuba, as reported by Reuters. Last week Cuba hosted more than 75 Spanish companies including a delegation headed by Jose Manuel Soria, Spain’s minister of industry, energy and tourism; also attending were 140 Italian firms, joined … Read more
by Cuba Journal staff Cuba Revealed offers a high touch Cuba travel experience for those seeking a journey that combines culture, education and no hassles. For $5,800, travelers will enjoy university professors, artists, musicians and organic farmers – in addition to bed and breakfast accommodations at various places around the island nation. Fees include air … Read more
Above: Havana By the Cuba Journal staff A major cruise line is adding a new homeport in Havana. MSC Cruises, the world’s largest privately-owned global cruise line, will begin homeporting its MSC Opera in Havana in December. The 2,120-guest-ship will homeport for the winter 2015-16 seaon to offer 16 Caribbean cruises. The ship will include … Read more
Above: US President Barack Obama makes the announcement By the Cuba Journal staff The United States and Cuba have decided to reestablish diplomatic relations and reopen their embassies, US President Barack Obama announced Wednesday. The move was confirmed in a letter from Obama to Cuba President Raul Castro. “This is an important step forward in … Read more
Above: Havana, Cuba By the Cuba Journal staff After more than a half-century, the United States and Cuba are set to reopen their embassies. The two sides are set to make an official announcement of the moves on Wednesday, according to reports by a number of senior US administration officials. US President Barack Obama and US Secretary … Read more
By the Cuba Journal staff Discovery Channel’s Shark Week will offer a rare look into the efforts to locate and protect sharks with the premier of “Tiburnotes: The Sharks of Cuba.” The program, which will feature a look into Cuba’s largely unseen world and waters, airs on July 7. Viewers will witness the first-ever use … Read more
By the Cuba Journal staff As relations between the United States and Cuba continue to show signs of improvement, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has issued a report expressing the potential for mutually beneficial agricultural trade and resultant economic growth. The report points to the benefits of the resumption of normalized economic relations with Cuba, … Read more
Above: one of the new planned golf resorts in Cuba By the Cuba Journal staff A major new golf project could be coming to Cuba. The island’s government announced this week the formation of a joint venture aimed at developing a large golf complex in an area east of Havana. Cuba’s Tourism Ministry said the … Read more
By the Cuba Journal staff The United States and Cuba are collaborating for a restoration project on Ernest Hemingway’s Havana home, according to a report by WINK News. The Cuban government signed an agreement that will allow an American foundation to important construction materials from the US. In addition to the renovation, the project will include … Read more
By the Cuba Journal staff Jones Lang LaSalle – has warned U.S. investors to hold off on investing in Cuba, according the firm’s latest report. The firm advised investors that even with President Barack Obama’s recent easing of sanctions, integration with Cuba will take time, even after the trade embargo is lifted. “When the [normalization] … Read more
