Frequently Asked Questions
Topics
- Flights
- Travel Documentation
- What to Bring
- Costs
- Culture
- Insurance
- Precautions
- Tours
- Communication
- Weather
- Currency
- Passport
- Visa
- Restrictions
- Misc
Flights (4 entries)
Travel Documentation (2 entries)
What to Bring (5 entries)
Costs (2 entries)
Culture (3 entries)
Insurance (4 entries)
Precautions (4 entries)
Tours (8 entries)
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What is people-to-people travel?
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Do we travel with a group on Insight Cuba programs?
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How is Insight Cuba related to JazzTimes Magazine?
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What are examples of people-to-people activities?
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Is there a minimum amount of travelers required to go on an Insight Cuba program?
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Does Insight Cuba offer custom group programs for travelers?
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Who are Insight Cuba’s in-country guides?
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What age group typically participates in Insight Cuba programs?
Communication (4 entries)
Weather (3 entries)
Currency (11 entries)
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Do I have to pay a commission to exchange US dollars in Cuba?
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Can I exchange money in Cuba?
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Can I use U.S. dollars to make purchases in Cuba?
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Can I wire money to Cuba if I run out?
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Can I use credit or debit cards in Cuba?
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What is the exchange rate for Cuban Convertible Pesos (CUC)?
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Can I buy or sell Cuban Convertible Pesos (CUC) outside of Cuba?
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Can I use traveler’s checks in Cuba?
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What is the currency used in Cuba?
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How much money should I plan on bringing to Cuba?
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Do I declare the amount of cash I bring to Cuba with customs?
Passport (2 entries)
Visa (2 entries)
Restrictions (10 entries)
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Are there restrictions on what I can photograph in Cuba?
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What are the rules about Americans traveling to Cuba?
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How does an American travel to Cuba?
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What are the American travel restrictions to Cuba?
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Can Americans buy souvenirs in Cuba?
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Is there an age policy for Insight Cuba’s participants?
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Will I be able to move about Cuba freely?
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Where can I find rules on traveling to Cuba?
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Can Americans travel to Cuba?
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What goods can I bring back to the U.S.?
Misc (17 entries)
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Where do I find travel information for tourists going to Cuba?
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Updates on Americans traveling to Cuba?
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Will I have internet access in Cuba?
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Whats the easiest way for an American to travel to Cuba?
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Is Insight Cuba’s travel to Cuba legal?
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How is Insight Cuba related to General Tours?
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New ruling on travel to Cuba and use of travel agents?
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How is Insight Cuba related to Cross-Cultural Solutions?
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What are the opening hours for banks, museums and shops?
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How much will it cost to use the internet in my hotel?
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What time zone is Cuba in?
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If I lose my camera, can I buy a replacement?
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Does Insight Cuba provide trip cancellation insurance?
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When does my medical insurance coverage begin and end?
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Who is OFAC, and what does it do?
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What does Insight Cuba’s health and medical evacuation insurance cover?
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