Support For The Cuban People
SUPPORT FOR THE CUBAN PEOPLE
On June 4, 2019, the US Department of Treasury released regulations designed to restrict travel to Cuba which included general educational travel (known as people-to-people), which included an immediate ban on cruise ships to Cuba from the United States. (https://www.nytimes.com/2019/06/04/travel/cuba-travel-restrictions-trump.html) Changes to current OFAC and CACR regulations are having a severe economic impact on Cuba’s nascent private economy, entrepreneurs, business owners and non-governmental organizations who have been relying on US visitors for their survival.
Civitas GES has witnessed firsthand the severe devastation the new US regulations are having on the Cuban private sector. Therefore, we are using our extensive knowledge of the private sector in Cuba to create pathways for US citizens and residents to experience Cuba while at the same time, supporting the Cuban people. Led by one of our Civitas GES Global Fellows, each pathway is designed to help you get to Cuba in accordance with the new US regulations. You will be engaged in a full time schedule that supports the Cuban private sector and non-governmental organizations that are working to improve the lives of Cuban citizens.
We are organizing short and intensive experiences in support of the Cuban people through out the year to various provinces. Sign up for one or more of our pathways, select your dates and make a direct impact on lives including your own.
PRICING AND REGISTRATION
PATHWAY ITINERARY
Each 3-Day Itinerary consists of a Full-Time Schedule that includes:
– Supporting Private Restaurants
– Staying in Private Accommodations
– Exchanges with Cuban Entrepreneurs
– Patronizing the Arts
– Donating Materials to Non-Government Organizations
– Visits to Significant Cultural, Historical and Natural Locations
PATHWAY COST
THIS PROGRAM WILL BE RESTARTING SHORTLY. SIGN UP FOR UPDATES FOR MORE DETAILS
Immerse yourself by staying with a host family in a homestay, known in Cuba as a “casa particular.” A casa particular is a privately-owned and run bed and breakfast. Our casas are all located in the historic districts and are run by families with extensive experience with US visitors.
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PATHWAY COST INCLUDES:
Airfare from Miami
Cuba Entry Visa
Dedicated Ground Transport to and from Cuban Airports
Dedicated Ground Transportation to program activities
Accommodation in a private homestay
An English-speaking Local Guide
Breakfast Included
Lunch and dinner in private restaurants
All entrance fees to program site visits
Cuba Health and Repatriation Insurance
PATHWAY COST DOES NOT INCLUDE:
Domestic Airfare to and from Miami
Individual Transportation (e.g., late or early airport transportation)
Gratuities (e.g., guides, drivers, maid service, restaurant waiters)
Expenditures of a personal nature (e.g.,laundry, internet fees, individual activities)
COMPLETE THE REGISTRATION FORM TO RECEIVE AN ELECTRONIC INVOICE FROM SQUARE.COM
Do you have any questions or concerns about any of our programs? Contact us at CubaPrograms@CivitasGES.com
