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SUPPORT FOR THE CUBAN PEOPLE & PEOPLE-TO-PEOPLE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS

Cuba is going through very tough times. The U.S. blockade is impacting very hard on the daily life for most people in the Island and Trump's 243 measures to strangle the economy of Cuba are currently making a big damage and unfortunately Biden's administration did little to change them. The Cuban government has launched several economic reforms in order to cope with the crisis, the private sector has been substantially expanded along with cooperatives and state small enterprises, in spite of all the harsh times, the government has been able to maintain intact the basic achievements of the Revolution, such as free health care, education and culture.  The economic reforms have been an opportunity for entrepreneurs to establish small and medium enterprises which have generated a heated discussion on the challenges of this sector and the benefits that average people perceive.

In spite of the U.S. sanctions, Cuba has successfully has managed to control the Covid-19 pandemic early and developed 5 effective vaccines, which the whole population has developed immunity thanks to the comprehensive preventive health program.

Cuba has proven its hospitality to foreign visitors for decades. If you have never visited Cuba, this is a very unique opportunity to do so. If you have traveled to Cuba before, this is the right moment to continue your support the Cuban people. U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has reinstated the "people-to-people" category of legal travel to Cuba. This amendment authorizes group educational travel conducted under the auspices of an organization that is subject to U.S. jurisdiction and that sponsors such exchanges to promote people-to-people contact, provided such travelers are accompanied by agent of the sponsoring organization.

We are currently offering these three upcoming trips:

ECONOMIC & POLITICAL CHANGES IN CUBA • JANUARY 4 - 11, 2025

Join the women-led peace organization CODEPINK and ProximityCuba’s trip to Cuba.

Cuba has proven its hospitality to foreign visitors for decades. If you have never visited Cuba, this is a very unique opportunity to do so.  If you have traveled to Cuba before, this is the right moment to continue supporting the Cuban people and getting an update on the recent economic and political transformations.

This educational trip will focus on the current implementation of economic reforms and the complex political climate in the Island. We will meet with Cubans from all walks of life to get a better understanding of the reforms and how they understand socialism today. We will see first-hand, how the United States six-decades long financial, economic and commercial warfare against Cuba, is impacting the daily life of families and communities. Cuba is also known as the only country in Latin America that was able to  produce 5 very effective vaccines against Covid-19, containing the pandemic with a very low morbidity and mortality; all this has been happening under Trump's 243 sanctions designed to strangle the economy.

You will experience first-hand the daily life in Cuba and learn how people are coping with expansion of the private and cooperative business sector. We will participate in debates with entrepreneurs about the challenges that they are facing and meet with people who have a critical view of the changes. We will explore and get to know local social development projects, as well as private and local government initiatives.  We will visit a farmer's market and an organic garden. We will travel overnight to the ecological and arts community Las Terrazas in the rural province of Artemisa. We will also visit an agricultural cooperative to learn about food production. We will enjoy Cuban food in privately, cooperatively and state owned restaurants, while engaging alongside Cubans in various cultural activities. It will also be an opportunity to enjoy the vibrant culture and traditions of Cuba. This trip is designed for socially responsible travelers, peace activists, professionals, students, academics, small business entrepreneurs, cultural advocates and people who are just  interested in learning about the political, social and cultural life of Cuba - and much more!

This Cuba program is legally designed for U.S. citizens to support the Cuban people and promote people-to-people exchange.

Cost starting at $1,395 • Deadline to register November 29, 2024  • For more information click here

CUBAN CULTURE  • JANUARY 4 - 11, 2025

On this family-friendly program to Havana, experience a variety of Cuban art, music, and dance with activities aimed at all ages. Visit the Cuban Arts Factory the street cultural center Callejón de Hammel and lunch at the famous Cuban painter and ceramist José Fuster's art studio. Meet with members of community projects in Havana and travel to the rural community Las Terrazas. Visit Hemingway’s favorite hang-out in Cojimar.  Dine at some of the most popular paladares, private restaurants run by Cuban entrepreneurs—often in family homes. Learn about the nation’s history by visiting museums and meeting with specialists. Learn about the political and economic current situation, and discuss the reforms driving changes with both our tour leader and local guest speakers. Price: From $1,500 per person in double room occupancy in a private home. Deadline to register: November 29, 2024 • For more information click here

ProximityCuba offers a variety of general and specific itineraries with educational, entertaining and unforgettable activities in order to facilitate a comprehensive understanding of Cuba.

ProximityCuba organizes their itineraries following the regulations of travels to Cuba established by The Department of Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC).

ProximityCuba is a member of the Responsible and Ethical Cuba Travel Association (RESPECT), an U.S. professional association uniting nonprofit entities, travel agents, tour operators and other travel service providers dedicated to practicing and promoting ethical and socially responsible travel to Cuba.