SePtember 13-22, 2022
vámonos a cuba!
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Join us for our Dile Que NOLA-organized Cuba trip! We have several years of Cuba travel under our belts, and we have been dying to share our favorite spots and experiences with all of you! This year, we are heading to Havana and will be bringing Santiago over to play. Yes! The All Stars from Santiago de Cuba will be traveling all the way to Havana (opposite side of the island) to train us!
SEPTEMBER 13-22, 2022
10-Day Trip Cost: $2500 | Sign-up Deadline: July 1st | Max. 20 Participants
Non-refundable $500 deposit due July 1st | Balance due July 15th
Your spot is ONLY secured upon receipt of your $500 non-refundable deposit.
Early Bird Price: $2250 | Early Bird Deposit Due Before June 15th
(Yes, you save $250 if you make up your mind 15 days early!)
Note: In 2019 we offered a 7-day trip for $1800. We are honoring the same daily rate despite increases in airfare.
What we will cover:
Airfare from NOLA
Round-trip from New Orleans ONLY if booked before July 1st
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If booking after July 1st, please contact us for flight details.
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Walking Tour
In Cuba, they say "to know Havana, you gotta walk it."
Don't miss this local-guided walking tour of Old Havana.
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Callejón de Hamel
On Sunday we plan to head over to El Callejón de Hamel for LIVE Rumba and Art.
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Daily Breakfast
No bagels or cereal here. In Cuba, breakfast is an all-natural morning ritual. Of course, topped with the famous Cuban coffee.
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Casa Particular
"Casa Particular"is Spanish for Private Home. Experience Cuba the non-touristy way and
stay at a local's home. Double room accommodations ONLY.
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Beach Escape
We will be spending one day at the beach. Lodging and roundtrip transport included.
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Art Shopping
During our last few days in Havana, we will get a chance to visit the city's largest art market: Antiguos Almacenes San Jose.
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Airport Transfer
Transport to and from Jose Marti International Airport and your "Casa Particular."
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10 Hrs Workshops
10 hours of 1-on-1 dance instruction with Compania All Stars Santiago de Cuba.
Yes, we are bringing them to Havana, just for you!
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Excursion Day
We will dedicate one day to exploring the outskirts of Havana. Fun excursion guaranteed!
Group Dinner
We will schedule this according to our group plans, either a welcome or farewell dinner will be on us!
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Cuba Travel Visa
All visitors are required to purchase a visa to be used
both for entry to and
departure from Cuba.
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mEET YOUR HOSTS:
Director
NICOLE GOLDIN
This will be my 7th time in Cuba, which has quickly become my 3rd home. I can't wait to show you my favorite spots! I am the one you want to contact regarding program questions.
Logistics
MICHELE WELCHONS
This will be my fourth time traveling to Cuba. I am great with ensuring our program is air-tight and running smoothly. Contact me for schedule questions and I can help interpreting any Cuban lingo.
Expert Guide
DANILO SANCHEZ
I live in Havana and am looking forward to showing you "The Real Cuba." My English is probably as good as your Spanish, but here - in Cuba - we always find fun ways to communicate!
Dance Hosts
ALL STARS
Compania All Stars Santiago de Cuba will be traveling to Havana to share their dance wisdom and show us a great time! Get ready to make life-long dance friendships with this talented group of instructors!
what you should budget for:
2 Meals Per Day
If you are cool with eating what the locals eat, $5-10 per meal is a safe bet. Otherwise, tourist-friendly meals range from $15-20.
Add an additional $10/day for snacks and refreshments.
Drinks
This is Cuba, people! The land of RUM, daiquiris, mojitos, and delicious pina coladas! Each drink is about $2-4. So, if you know how much you drink per day, the math is pretty easy. A bottle of rum ranges from $6-15.
Extra Excursions
From scuba diving to concerts to a city tour in a 1950s convertible, anything outside of our itinerary is on you.
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Private Lessons
Although we are having 1-on-1 instruction, this is your chance to truly focus on what YOU would like to learn. The All Stars reside 12 hours away from Havana. Take this opportunity to book a private lesson with your favorite instructor. Usually around $20-30/hr.
Art & Souvenirs
Every time we go to Cuba we are so proud of having spent only $500 of our personal expense budget - until we get to the art market! We don't know about you, but we love to buy art! And it's super cheap (compared to USA prices). Art fanatics bring about $300-400 solely for art.
Exchange Rate
Currently, USD$ are not accepted at government-approved exchange houses; therefore, we must travel with Euros or Canadian Dollars. More guidance about exchange rates will be offered upon registration.
Taxis
Taxis are everywhere in Havana. You can catch a $10-15 taxi ride from El Vedado to Old Havana. During our daily free time, be wild and jump into a taxi with some friends for a chance to see and take in the magic of Havana.
Dance Outings
Entrance to dance venues vary from $5-10 per person. If we are going to concerts, it can go up to $25. If you would like your dance instructor to join you during a night dance outing, make sure to budget his/her cover and drinks, as well. The rule of thumb is: if we invite, we host.
Tips
Tips are HUGE in Cuba! $1-2 will go a long way. We usually tip our bartenders and servers. Also, at the end of our trip, we usually give a personal tip to our dance instructors and Casa Particular cleaning crew. $10 tips are great!