Cuba Travel News
Having kept COVID-19 rates very low, Cuba will be gradually re-opening for tourists from July onwards
by Jeremy John
Jul 08, 2020
Cuba
The Telegraph
Due to the very low number of daily COVID-19 cases now being reported in Cuba, from July 1st 2020 Cuban airspace will re-open, paving the way for the gradual return of tourism into the island,
starting with the offshore beach resorts (known as Cayos). Initially, the main tourist flights into Cuba will only be arriving from North America, though it is expected that flights between Cuba and Europe could be operational shortly afterwards. Announcements with more specific dates should be happening soon.
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Kids stay free! Iberostar launches new 18-month long offer
by Jeremy John
May 13, 2020
Cuba
Iberostar
Cuba has always been a popular destination for family holidays, with lots of child-friendly things to do on the island and high levels of safety and care towards children. With Iberostar's new
offer, there's even more incentive to book a family holiday to Cuba.
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A-Traccion - a fun new way to go off the beaten path in Viñales
by Jeremy John
Apr 29, 2020
Viñales
Cuba Direct
Visitors to Viñales now have a new way to enjoy the stunning scenery of the Viñales Valley. Known as A-Traccion, you can buy a ticket to board an all-terrain 4x4 Jeep that is able to go to some of
the lesser-known places of the region. Driven by expert local guides, this new fleet of vehicles promises to be both an enlightening and enchanting way to experience Viñales, a part of Cuba that tends to leave a lasting impression on all who go there, from the beauty of nature to the friendliness of the locals.
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Havana is getting a new zip-line experience!
by Carlotta Goodwin-thorp
Apr 29, 2020
Havana
Cuba Direct
A brand new canopy zip-line experience is scheduled to open to visitors in March 2020 at the National Botanical Garden ("Jardín Botánico Nacional"), located in the suburbs of Havana. There will be
nearly 1,500 metres of lines, allowing visitors to zip across the botanical garden whilst enjoying stunning views of the diverse range of plant species.
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Great news for UK visitors to Cuba - more direct flights are coming!
by Jeremy John
May 20, 2020
Cuba
Cuba Direct
Cuba Direct (the UK's leading independent tour operator for Cuba) and Cubana Airlines (Cuba’s national carrier) had a very fruitful meeting at FITUR in Madrid today about initiating direct flights
to Havana and Holguin from London Gatwick. The flights are expected to be twice a week and using modern wide-body Airbus planes.
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