Explore the culture of Cuba with this vacation package.
(Courtesy kellysteveadventures/myBudgetTravel)The Real Deal Vacation package to Cuba includes one night at the Crowne Plaza Miami Airport; airfare from Miami to Havana on an official U.S. Government-licensed charter service; four nights at the Hotel Nacional de Cuba in Havana; 11 meals, including four breakfasts, four lunches, and three dinners; an extensive educational exchange program including entrance fees and the services of English-speaking guides throughout; mandatory health insurance while in Cuba; and all transportation and transfers within the country; from $2,299 per person including all hotel and air taxes and fees.
When Jun. 7, Sept. 24, Oct. 4, 8, 15, 25, 2013 ($2,299); add $200 for Apr. 5, 9, 19, 23, Jul. 2, 16, Aug. 2, 16, 27, 2013.
Gateways Miami ($2,299).
The Fine Print All hotel and air taxes are included in the package price, as is the Cuba visa fee. The package also includes a letter of authorization and license from the U.S. Treasury Department. A $30 Cuba Departure Tax is not included and is to be paid locally. Read these guidelines before you book any Real Deal.
Book By No deadline; based on availability.
Contact Friendly Planet Travel, 800/555-5765, friendlyplanet.com.
Why It's a Deal Cuba has only recently become open to visitors from the United States, and as a result, very few opportunities are available for Americans hoping to visit. This travel package offers a full itinerary of historical, educational, and cultural activities, gives you one night in Miami, four nights in Havana, and all the necessary licensing, visas, and paperwork for a legal visit to one of the Caribbean's most intriguing islands.
More Add an extra night in Miami following your trip for from an extra $65 per person. Friendly Planet Travel also offers a separate Cuba tour highlighting Havana, Cienfuegos, Trinidad, Cojimar, and Santa Clara, from $2,999 per person for eight nights including airfare, transfers, most meals, and a number of educational activities.
>>Follow @BudgetTravel on Twitter and like us on Facebook for daily deals.