Friday, November 6, 2015

SWFL News - Flights to Cuba have started as of Nov 2nd!

In January, the restrictions on US residents prohibiting visits to Cuba was lifted. Starting this week, on November 2nd, flights from RSW to Havanna commenced.

So does this mean that we can jump on a plane and relax on a Cuban beach? Check out the facts below before you book your ticket to Cuba.

The Facts:
  • Flights are through Choice Aire 2x a week on Monday's and Friday's
  • Round trip cost will be about $450
  • In order to visit you must fit into 1 of 12 categories according to Slate
1. Family visits
2. Official business of the U.S. government, foreign governments, and certain intergovernmental organizations
3. Journalistic activity
4. Professional research and professional meetings
5. Educational activities
6. Religious activities
7. Public performances, clinics, workshops, athletic and other competitions, and exhibitions
8. Support for the Cuban people
9. Humanitarian projects
10. Activities of private foundations or research or educational institutes
11. Exportation, importation, or transmission of information or information materials
12. Certain export transactions that may be considered for authorization under existing regulations and guidelines.

Know of any other facts relating to travel to Cuba? Leave me a comment below!


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