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MINTUR to relaunch its magazine “Sol de Cuba”

MINTUR to relaunch its magazine "Sol de Cuba" The Cuban Ministry of Tourism (MINTUR) announced the return of its magazine "Sol de Cuba", a publication dedicated to disseminating the attractions of the national tourism industry. This new stage of the magazine is the result of a joint effort by the communication agency Publicitur S.A., MINTUR, the graphic designer Álamo Soluciones, and Cuban and foreign journalists. Relaunched in the context of the International Tourism Fair FITCuba 2025, the main event of the sector in the country, “Sol de Cuba” will feature contents on tourism products, destinations, experiences, and related news. Source: ACN

By |2025-05-26T11:47:29-04:0019 de May de 2025|Outstanding news, Tourism|Comments Off on MINTUR to relaunch its magazine “Sol de Cuba”

Venezuela, Cuba and Honduras commit to tourism: A new economic model

Venezuela, Cuba and Honduras commit to tourism: A new economic model Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro reported this Monday that during the ALBA-Tourism International Fair held in Havana, agreements were signed with Cuba and Honduras in the tourism sector as part of the drive for a new economic model. “Several agreements were signed there with Cuba, a tourism powerhouse, and with Honduras, which is also seeking a path to tourism development,” the president emphasized.  He noted that “tourism must develop in various circles of influence,” noting that within our region, one of those circles is “intra-Caribbean and Latin American tourism.”  Regarding the agreements, he emphasized that “it is a multifaceted, organic, and harmonious advance of a new economic model.” In the context of the signing, Venezuelan Tourism Minister Leticia Gómez stated that “constructive and proactive discussions were held on new proposals to link destinations, designing innovative strategies to increase the routes and [...]

By |2025-05-26T11:38:34-04:0019 de May de 2025|Outstanding news, Tourism|Comments Off on Venezuela, Cuba and Honduras commit to tourism: A new economic model

Canada joins Caribbean Tourism Boom

Canada joins Caribbean Tourism Boom As US border controls tighten with increased scrutiny and delays, Canadian travelers are shifting focus to the Caribbean, where a new tourism boom is being fueled by visa-free travel policies across destinations like Jamaica, Aruba, Bahamas, Saint Lucia, Dominican Republic, Grenada. These nations have not only waived entry restrictions for Canadians but are also experiencing record-breaking visitor numbers, driven by expanded flight routes, upgraded infrastructure, and strong winter travel demand. The ease of access, coupled with warm hospitality and growing investment in sustainable tourism, has positioned the Caribbean as the top alternative to U.S. travel for Canadian citizens in 2025. Canada Looks South as Caribbean Tourism Surges Canada is officially riding the wave of a Caribbean tourism boom, with its citizens embracing visa-free travel opportunities across sun-soaked nations such as Jamaica, Barbados, the Bahamas, Saint Lucia, Dominican Republic, and Grenada. This surge comes at a critical [...]

By |2025-05-13T12:20:38-04:0013 de May de 2025|Tourism|Comments Off on Canada joins Caribbean Tourism Boom

World’s second largest cruise ship docks island of Cozumel

World’s second largest cruise ship docks island of Cozumel The island of Cozumel welcomed Royal Caribbean International’s Utopia of the Seas, the second largest cruise ship in the world. The vessel docked at the SSA Mexico terminal, one of the most modern and largest in the country. Hailing from Port Canaveral, Florida, Utopia of the Seas sails under the flag of the Bahamas, part of Royal Caribbean International’s renowned Oasis class. The ship, which launched in July 2024, has a capacity for more than 7,000 passengers and nearly 2,300 crew members. During the formal ceremony, Vagner Elbiorn Vega, the General Director of the Quintana Roo Comprehensive Port Authority (APIQROO), represented Governor Mara Lezama. He presented commemorative plaques as a symbol of welcome to the vessel’s captain, Ángel Oviol Ruiz, highlighting the importance of the ship’s arrival in strengthening tourism in the state. In his message, Vagner Elbiorn highlighted that the arrival of Utopia of [...]

By |2025-05-13T12:16:59-04:0013 de May de 2025|Transportation|Comments Off on World’s second largest cruise ship docks island of Cozumel

Russia will finance investment projects in Cuba

Russia will finance investment projects in Cuba Russia will provide funding for investment projects in Cuba, amounting to one billion dollars, as announced by Dmitry Chernyshenko, deputy prime minister of the Russian cabinet, during a conversation with the Cuban media. This conversation took place shortly after the conclusion of the official Russia-Cuba talks held in the Kremlin on May seven, chaired by Presidents Vladimir Putin and Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez. According to Chernyshenko, the two nations have achieved a remarkable level of collaboration and mutual understanding, thanks to their unwavering efforts over the past eight years. He highlighted that Russia has developed a modern framework that provides opportunities for domestic entrepreneurs to contribute to the Cuban economy. In this regard, he mentioned a special document signed in 2023, known as the 2030 Plan, outlining the commitment of Russian companies and entrepreneurs to invest over a billion dollars into the Cuban economy. Chernyshenko [...]

By |2025-05-13T12:14:55-04:0013 de May de 2025|Business|Comments Off on Russia will finance investment projects in Cuba

“Cuba is my school of tourism and life.” Interview with Miguel Miralles: The young gun representing the continuity of ROC Hotels

“Cuba is my school of tourism and life.” Interview with Miguel Miralles: The young gun representing the continuity of ROC Hotels By: Yoanna Cervera In the midst of the excitement aroused by the stand of renowned Spanish chain ROC Hotels during FitCuba 2025, we came across a pleasant surprise: Miguel Miralles Zarembo, a young man barely 20 years old, grandson of the chain’s president, who welcomed us with a mixture of youthful enthusiasm and surprising professional maturity. This student of technology and business from Madrid is very clear about his purpose in Cuba, and at the same time has many memories and aspirations. Q — Miguel, how do you define your current position in the chain? “I am currently assistant to the president, working side by side with Sales Director Margarita, Director General José Manuel and our advisor Pedro Martín, who has been key in my learning process. Although I study [...]

By |2025-05-13T12:13:02-04:0013 de May de 2025|Outstanding news, Tourism|Comments Off on “Cuba is my school of tourism and life.” Interview with Miguel Miralles: The young gun representing the continuity of ROC Hotels

New Cubana de Aviación flight will ensure arrival of German tourists

New Cubana de Aviación flight will ensure arrival of German tourists By Daily Pérez Guillén Cuba ensures the arrival of German visitors to its main tourist destinations. As of November 26, the national airline Cubana de Aviación will start operations to link Havana and Holguín with Frankfurt. During the last 30 years, the German market has been among the first five on the table of tourist arrivals to the Caribbean country, with a preference for tourism circuits and stays in the main sun and beach resorts. As announced at a press conference by the Director General of Cubana de Aviación, Arsenio Arocha Elías-Moisés, the two weekly frequencies will be in an Airbus A330-200 aircraft that meets European safety and sustainability standards and has a capacity for 287 passengers. Transport Minister Eduardo Rodríguez Dávila, Tourism Minister Juan Carlos García Granda, President of the Civil Aviation Corporation Joel Beltrán Archer Santos, and [...]

By |2025-05-13T09:52:30-04:0013 de May de 2025|Outstanding news, Transportation|Comments Off on New Cubana de Aviación flight will ensure arrival of German tourists

Las Terrazas de Cojímar: One hundred years of flavors and legends

Las Terrazas de Cojímar: One hundred years of flavors and legends By Yoanna Cervera Photos: Abel Rojas Barallobre In a picturesque fishing village east of Havana, the sea air mingles with the echo of the waves. With a privileged view, a century-old restaurant defies time: Las Terrazas de Cojímar, a witness to Cuba’s literary and tourism history. Inaugurated on May 20, 1925 as Las Arecas bar, it was first a mixed grocery store and then, “It became a modest inn for fishermen and passers-by, until 1940, when it was acquired by Salvador Blanco, who gave it its current title,” explains Argentine Professor and researcher Ricardo Koon, someone who treasures important notes linked to this setting and especially to the life of Nobel laureate Ernest Hemingway, who made it legendary. “This is Hemingway’s little table, number 11. He used to sit here to wait for Gregorio Fuentes, the skipper of the Pilar [...]

By |2025-05-13T09:49:47-04:0013 de May de 2025|Outstanding news, Tourism|Comments Off on Las Terrazas de Cojímar: One hundred years of flavors and legends

Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic are joining forces for Multi-Destination Caribbean Travel

Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic are joining forces for Multi-Destination Caribbean Travel Puerto Rico Governor Jenniffer González and Dominican Republic Tourism Minister David Collado have signed a memorandum of understanding that establishes a first-of-its-kind partnership between the two destinations The idea is to boost multi-destination tourism, improve air connectivity, and create joint initiatives focused on sustainable economic growth. It’s what Gonzalez called an “historic step” toward a more connected, more resilient Caribbean.“This agreement reaffirms our commitment to sustainable economic development, the strengthening of our tourism industry, and the well-being of our communities,” she said. “We are betting on a collaborative model that positions Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic as complementary destinations and strategic allies.”

By |2025-05-05T15:24:45-04:005 de May de 2025|Tourism|Comments Off on Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic are joining forces for Multi-Destination Caribbean Travel

Royal Caribbean Says 2025 Bookings “On Track”

Royal Caribbean Says 2025 Bookings “On Track” Bookings for 2025 have “remained on track,” Royal Caribbean President and CEO Jason Liberty said in its recent earnings report, in a positive sign for the travel industry amid global uncertainty. The company cited record bookings during the key Wave season and sustained strength in April demand — including a notable uptick in close-in reservations. The cruise operator said onboard spending and pre-cruise purchases continued to surpass pre-pandemic levels, supported by both higher participation and elevated pricing. The Miami-based company pointed to stable load factors in line with historical norms, though it widened its forward guidance to reflect increased uncertainty in the broader macroeconomic environment. “Bookings for 2025 have remained on track, cancellation levels are normal, and we continue to see excellent close-in demand” said Jason Liberty, president and CEO, Royal Caribbean Group. “This year continues our guest experience innovation with the debut of Star of [...]

By |2025-05-05T15:22:49-04:005 de May de 2025|Tourism|Comments Off on Royal Caribbean Says 2025 Bookings “On Track”
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