Cuba Havana Tours

21/06/2019

All Cuba Havana Tours programs to Cuba which were booked prior to June 5, 2019, will operate under the grandfather provision under the new rules. All tours that aren’t grandfathered will be updated to comply with the rules of other applicable licenses, including “Support for the Cuban People.”
Cuba Havana Tours has successfully operated fully compliant legal tours for U.S. citizens since 2011, and before that we escorted religious groups, Scholars & University Students and we look forward to continuing to do so under the new rules.
From salsa dancing beneath the night sky in Havana and the sweet and earthy smell of hand-rolled ci**rs to colorfully painted casas and the bright smiles (and wardrobe!) of warm and welcoming locals—experiencing the authentic side of Cuba is a bucket list item every traveler should check off!
Since President Obama opened the door to legal travel for US citizens in 2011, we've facilitated dynamic people-to-people experiences for travelers to this relatively untapped destination. Just 90 miles from US soil, travel to Cuba is easier than ever! Our value-packed Cuba tours have been in high demand, and we've helped thousands of delighted travelers discover this once forbidden island! Experience the rich culture of indigenous, African and European roots. Meet artists in their Old Havana studios, Afro-Cubans in Spanish Colonial Trinidad, and agriculturists at a "coincidental" farm in Cardenas.
We're proud to be one of the first U.S. tour companies to have been awarded a People-to-People license for Cuba travel, way back in September, 2011. Since then, we've sent thousands of American travelers to Cuba to participate in unique, inspiring, and affordable encounters with the Cuban people.
Cuba Havana Tours is an authorized sponsor of People to People travel to Cuba in accordance with the Department of the Treasury, Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) section, 1 C.F.R. § 515.565(b) People to People Travel. Cuba Havana Tours travel will start to facilitated the dynamic legal travel to Cuba under § 515.574 Support for the Cuban People.

§515.574 Support for the Cuban People.
(a) General license. The travel-related transactions set forth in §515.560(c) and other transactions that are intended to provide support for the Cuban people are authorized, provided that:
(1) The activities are of:
(i) Recognized human rights organizations;
(ii) Independent organizations designed to promote a rapid, peaceful transition to democracy; or
(iii) Individuals and non-governmental organizations that promote independent activity intended to strengthen civil society in Cuba; and

(2) Each traveler engages in a full-time schedule of activities that:
(i) Enhance contact with the Cuban people, support civil society in Cuba, or promote the Cuban people's independence from Cuban authorities; and
(ii) Result in meaningful interaction with individuals in Cuba.

(3) The traveler's schedule of activities does not include free time or recreation in excess of that consistent with a full-time schedule.
Note 1 to paragraph (a): Each person relying on the general authorization in this paragraph must retain specific records related to the authorized travel transactions. See §§501.601 and 501.602 of this chapter for applicable recordkeeping and reporting requirements.
Note 2 to paragraph (a): Staying in a room at a rented accommodation in a private Cuban residence (casa particular), eating at privately-owned Cuban restaurants (paladares), and shopping at privately-owned stores run by self-employed Cubans (cuentapropista) are examples of activities that qualify for this general license. However, in order to meet the requirement for a full-time schedule, a traveler must engage in additional authorized Support for the Cuban People activities.

(b) An entire group does not qualify for the general license in paragraph (a) of this section merely because some members of the group qualify individually.
(c) Certain direct financial transactions restricted. Nothing in paragraph (a)(1)(iii) of this section authorizes a direct financial transaction prohibited by §515.209, with the exception of transactions on behalf of a non-governmental organization.
(d) Specific licenses. Specific licenses may be issued on a case-by-case basis authorizing the travel-related transactions set forth in §515.560(c) and such other transactions as are related to support for the Cuban people that do not qualify for the general license under paragraph (a) of this section.
Example 1 to §515.574: An individual plans to travel to Cuba, stay in a room at a rented accommodation in a private Cuban residence (casa particular), eat at privately-owned Cuban restaurants (paladares), and shop at privately-owned stores run by self-employed Cubans (cuentapropista) during his or her four-day trip. While at the casa particular, the individual will have breakfast each morning with the Cuban host and engage with the Cuban host to learn about Cuban culture. In addition, the traveler will complete his or her full-time schedule by supporting Cuban entrepreneurs launching their privately-owned businesses. The traveler's activities promote independent activity intended to strengthen civil society in Cuba. Because the individual's qualifying activities are not limited to staying in a room at a rented accommodation in a private Cuban residence (casa particular), eating at privately-owned Cuban
Restaurants (paladares), and shopping at privately owned stores run by self-employed Cubans (cuentapropista) and the traveler maintains a full-time schedule that enhances contact with the Cuban
people, supports civil society in Cuba, and promotes the Cuban people's independence from Cuban authorities, and that results in meaningful interaction between the traveler and Cuban individuals, the individual's travel qualifies for the general license.
Example 2 to §515.574: A group of friends plans to travel and maintain a full-time schedule throughout their trip by volunteering with a recognized non-governmental organization to build a school for underserved Cuban children with the local community. In their free time, the travelers plan to rent bicycles to explore the streets of Havana and visit an art museum. The travelers' trip would qualify for the general license because the volunteer activities promote independent activity intended to strengthen civil society in Cuba and constitute a full-time schedule that enhances contact with the

Cuban people and supports civil society in Cuba, and results in meaningful interaction between the travelers and individuals in Cuba.
Example 3 to §515.574: An individual plans to travel to Cuba, rent a bicycle to explore the neighborhoods and beaches, and engage in brief exchanges with local beach vendors. The individual intends to stay at a hotel that does not appear on the Cuba Restricted List (see §515.209). The traveler's trip does not qualify for this general license because none of these activities promote independent activity intended to strengthen civil society in Cuba.

13/06/2019

Thank you the review we at Cubahavanatours work hard to give our customers the trip of a life time.

★★★★★ "The educational part of the trip was unforgettable"

28/04/2019

If you’re a classic car buff, Cuba is just about the greatest place on the planet. It’s like one big car show, where autos from the 1940s and 1950s motor along the streets and highways. There are Chevrolets, Fords, Pontiacs, Buicks, Dodges, Plymouths, and Studebakers. The cars run the gamut from mint condition to downright dilapidated. Well-preserved cars have exteriors that shine with chrome and new paint jobs, while the worse-off autos are held together with odd parts and scrap metal.American cars were imported into Cuba for about 50 years, beginning near the early 20th century. After the Cuban Revolution, the U.S. embargo was erected and Castro banned the importation of American cars and mechanical parts. That’s why Cuba is the way it is today—essentially a living museum for classic cars. The old American autos are often kept running with parts and pieces that were never intended for them. It’s not uncommon to find a beautiful 1950s Chevy with a Russian engine—something that would be considered sacrilege to serious car collectors.

Of the cars imported since 1959, Russian-made Ladas are the most common. You’ll see these small, boxy cars everywhere you go. More recently, Chinese Geelys, Citroëns, and Nissans have entered the scene. The Geelys are a popular rental car, and you’ll see tourists driving them around most of Cuba. The cars look and drive fine, but they are somewhat unreliable and not very durable.

28/04/2019

A guided tour of one of the Cuba’s oldest cigar factories, founded in 1845 by “Don” Jaime Partagas y Ravell, will give you a first-hand look at the manufacturing of the Habano. You will also have the opportunity to meet and speak with the master rollers that have inherited and will pass down the fine art of rolling the best ci**rs in the world. Located in the historic colonial district of La Habana Vieja, the factory also has a VIP lounge and a store, offering the US connoisseur the rare opportunity to purchase and smoke a Cuban cigar at the source made by the master rollers at Partagas. Call Us Today and you to can Visit the Oldest Cigar Factory in Habana

22/04/2019

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21/04/2019

The Colorful City of Havana

08/11/2018

Laguna de Guanaroca near Cienfuegos Cuba

03/11/2018

03/10/2018

From the 15th to the 19th November this year will take place an event without precedent : the First International Salsa Congress in Havana, CUBA!



Like its original concept that has been developed in Miami for 18 consecutive years (Miami Salsa Congress), the Havana Salsa Congress is a 4-day Latin music and dance festival that presents a unique compilation of salsa's best salsa talent world, including local and international artists, award-winning dancers, first-rate dance instructors, industry DJs and well-known Cuban orchestras.



5 Days /4 Nights of Showcases, Dance Workshops, Pool Dance Meet-Ups, Live Concerts, Nightly Dance Meet-Ups and Cultura



Live concerts : Adalberto Alvarez y Su Son and Havana D' Primera and local Cuban bands



International Salsa Dj’s :DJ Melao , DJ Jorge Charun



In the workshops there will be a great variety of styles and techniques (from LA Style to pure Cuban Afro) with more than 30 hours of workshops given by world famous dance instructors:



Fernando Sosa & Tropical Gem - Carlos Hernandez & Zafire Dance Company- The New York Movement - Neo Dance - Salsa Lovers Dance Companies



Cuban instructors and dancers: Diego Iglesias & Grether González- Gleiner Delgado & Dayana Stable - Alvin Hernandez & Yanaisy Ordoñez





The venue is the Melia Cohiba Hotel, right across the famous Malecon, at the heart of Havana



Don´t miss the chance of making history by participating in the First Salsa Congress in Cuba

21/03/2018

Going to Cuba and your looking for a place to stay with the comforts of home take a look at Villa Milagro.

Entire home/apt in La Habana, Cuba. Accommodates up to 4 people Completely remodeled apartment, living room, dining room, one bed room , second bed, bathroom, balcony facing the M street, hot water heater, optimal Air conditioning though out apartment, shower with good pressure, al...

05/03/2018

The vibrancy of the Cuban capital combined with the natural beauty of Cuba’s central regions with a dash of music, history and art are a veritable treat in this guided tour that still offers plenty of people-to-people time with farmers, historians, naturalists and artists. The nightlife is also not left out and the beach is never far in this long and narrow island.

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23/02/2018

Cubahavanatours presences one of our casa particular Villa Milagro
Price per-nite: 175.00 CUC
Villa Milagro in Havana in the Vedado neighborhood only one block from Hotel Nacional, Hotel N.H. Capri and Habana Libre Street address M 19 and 21 Edif. 259 apt 4 second floor
Description: Accommodates up to 4 people Completely remodeled apartment, living room, dining room, one bed room , second bed, bathroom, balcony facing the M street, hot water heater, optimal Air conditioning though out apartment, shower with good pressure, also you will have fully stocked refrigerator with items to purchase and a selection of alcohol beverages and wines.
This apartment is well centrally located, one block from the Hotel Nacional, one block from the famous corner L and 23, two blocks from the Malecon Habanero, also one block from The well-known Focsa building, also in the vicinity you will find the most exquisite restaurants from the city, including Casa Laurent restaurant, Atelier restaurant , La Torre Restaurant, etc.. you’ll be three minutes by taxi to Old Havana. Maid service, cleaning service is included, Breakfast Buffet at Hotel Capri can be offered at 18 CUC per person.
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20/02/2018

Cuba is a magical land where you slip a few decades back, and time slows down. Time to relax, time to drink a few rums & smoke a cigar.

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17/02/2018

A Historic Opportunity
You’ve probably read about the recent changes in the regulations governing travel to Cuba. Yes, this means you now have a unique opportunity to visit Cuba at a time when groundbreaking shifts are occurring and when traditional Cuban culture is still vibrantly thriving. If this tempts you, we invite you to grab one of the remaining spaces on our scheduled trips.

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13/02/2018

U.S. Citizens Can Still Travel To Cuba
Cuba is a nation with an amazing array of interesting people that enjoy a wealth of history and culture.

29/12/2017

Photo Gallery: These Classic Cuban Cars Will Take You Back in Time | The Manual
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The Manual's Editor-in-Chief, Cator Sparks, recently returned from a trip to Cuba & brought back photographic evidence of these impossibly cool Cuban cars.

29/11/2017

World famous Tropicana Cabaret Havana Cuba

20/09/2017

10 Things You Must Experience in Cienfuegos: The Pearl of Cuba **rs **rs **rs

20/09/2017

10 Things You Must Experience in Cienfuegos: The Pearl of Cuba **rs **rs **rs

Cienfuegos is known as the Pearl of the South for a reason. If you're planning a trip to Cuba, be sure you make time to explore Cienfuegos city.

05/09/2017

A Midwesterner in Havana: On the trail of Hemingway, mobsters and a good cigar – Twin Cities http://bit.ly/2xKQAxs **rs **rs **rs

27/07/2017

A Havana Farewell to the Buena Vista Social Club - The New York Times http://nyti.ms/2tSMcKB **rs **rs divingincuba the Cubanpeople

14/07/2017

Mojito : Rum : DrinkWire http://bit.ly/2tghA5F **rs **rs

28/04/2017

Come and See the Real Cuba Call Today!

31/03/2017

SEE THE REAL CUBA! **rs

30/03/2017

24/03/2017

SEE THE REAL CUBA! **rs

23/03/2017

Meet The James Beard Award-Winning Chef Who Will Take You To Cuba http://bit.ly/2mTyeGe **rs