New flight route between Venezuela and Cuba Rutaca Airlines announced that starting July 18, 2025, it will launch flights from the city of Valencia, in the state of Carabobo, to Havana, the Cuban capital. The Venezuelan airline also stated on its social media that the flight frequency will be twice a week, on Mondays and Fridays. The flight will depart from Valencia at 7:00 a.m. and arrive in Havana at 10:30 a.m. The return flight will depart from Havana at 12:00 p.m. and arrive in Valencia at 3:30 p.m. The Venezuelan airline will operate the flights on B737 and MD-80 aircraft. Source: Rutaca Airlines Instagram profile

Barranquilla-Santiago de Cuba: New air route launches in July A collaboration by Rachell Cowan A new direct flight route between Barranquilla and Santiago de Cuba will begin operations on July 3, coinciding with the start of the Caribbean Festival. This was announced by Cuban Tourism Minister Juan Carlos García Granda during a meeting with tour operators and aviation executives in Bogotá, Colombia. When asked about the benefits of this connection, the minister emphasized the economic impact for both cities, "The real benefit we're always seeking is economic. The flight demonstrates how there are still people with enthusiasm and knowledge of the country, in the Colombian market. I think they've made a commitment that has every chance of seeing gains. Directly connecting a city like Santiago de Cuba, with a culture, heritage and hospitable people like it has... We're talking about something that can convey value and knowledge to Colombians themselves." The [...]

From Madrid to Santa Clara with Iberojet: a water arch that opens doors to Santa Clara A collaboration by Yoanna Cervera With the traditional water arch from the firefighters of the "Abel Santamaría Cuadrado" International Airport, the city of Santa Clara celebrated the arrival of the first summer flight from the Iberojet airline, coming from Madrid, Spain. This new air connection, which will operate every Friday until September, according to digital platforms, marks a milestone for tourism in the central region of Cuba. The Spanish airline Iberojet, recognized for its focus on Caribbean vacation destinations, has strengthened its commitment to Cuba with direct flights to Santa Clara, adding to its existing routes to other Cuban destinations such as Havana and Holguín. This operation not only facilitates access to the city of Santa Clara but also opens a direct door to Cayo Santa María, one of the country's most beautiful tourist spots. [...]