Brandi Comeaux

The Answer Is Travel, LLC

Cultural Cuba

Dec 3, 2023 to Dec 9, 2023
Havana, Cuba
Discover why Cuba is an international reference in sustainable development according to the Worldwide Wildlife Fund in this unique 7-day experience, learning about the economic, social and environmental aspects of the island. Immerse yourself in the Afro-Cuban culture through a unique journey visiting key places of the island where you will learn about religion, food, traditions, music,
dance, and history.
 
Trip Leader: Brandi Comeaux (me). If I am unable to travel on this trip, I will indicate who the trip lead will be for this trip. 
 
Minimum age: 6 and older.
 
Package price:
 
Triple room: $1410 per person  ($4,230 FOR ROOM)
Double room: $1485 per person ($2970 PER ROOM )
Single room: $1575 per person ($1575 FOR PRIVATE ROOM)
 
 
 
Payment Schedule:
 
$150 per person, NONREFUNDABLE DEPOSIT. Final due date for full payment is Sept 1. If you need to make arrangements for the catchup payments, email me at brandi@theansweristravel.com
$150 per person due on the 1st of 
  • Nov 2022
  • Jan,  Feb, Mar, Apr, May 2023
  • Aug  2023
  • with FINAL PAYMENT DUE Sept 1, 2023. 
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Automatic payments: you will have the option to turn-on automatic payments once the adjusted invoice is prepared.  By turning on auto payment, you are authorizing a payment to be processed immediately. if you have already made your monthly payment, make a personal note to turn on auto payment NEXT MONTH before you process the payment so you are not paying twice in one month.
 
Registration closes: 09/01/2023 or when we hit maximum capacity.
 
Registered travelers: 9
Spots to be filled: 11
 
Cancel/refund policy:
 
  • If due to unforeseen circumstances, TAIT has to RESCHEDULE a trip, all travelers who are not able to make the NEW DATE will be refunded 100% of amounts paid towards the trip, less a $50 per person fee.
  • Deposit is NONREFUNDABLE and NONTRANSFERABLE regardless of when the traveler cancels. 

  • If canceled between the day of travel and 44 days before travel, the entire cost of the trip is nonrefundable.  

  • If canceled between 45 & 59 days before travel, there is a 50% penalty, IN ADDITION to the non refundable deposit paid towards the trip.

  • If canceled 60 or more days before travel, the non refundable portion amounts to the deposit paid on the trip.

 
Refunds may take up to 30 business days to process from written request of cancellation. 
 
Funds paid for accommodations, meals and program activities are paid directly to The Answer Is Travel, LLC 
The travel insurance premium authorized to be paid on behalf of  traveler is paid directly to Travel Insured and at no time is The Answer Is Travel, LLC in possession of the funds paid for travel insurance premium. 
 
 
What's included:
 
  •  Fidel Castro Center
  • Organic Farm in Caimito
  • Social project visit
  • San Carlos de la Cabaña Fortress
  • Rural community in Terrazas
  • Private business visit
  • 2 Spanish classes
  • Walking tour of Old Havana
  • Classical Car Tour
  • 6n/7d homestay accommodations (staying with local families in their personal homes) 
  • all meals, except on travel days-vegetarian meals can be accommodated. Gluten free, vegan is not something we can accommodate. 
  • tips & taxes
  • academic visa
  • ground transportation
  • airport transfer for group*
  • local group leader
  • representative from TABB (myself or an experienced Trip Lead who is fellow homeschooling parent)
  • bilingual staff
  • local guides
 
What's not included:
 
  • flights to/from Havana, Cuba-anticipate $700-800 per person if you fly from an international airport (versus regional, smaller airport).
    • Flights will start to become available approximately 11 months before travel dates.  
    • I will coordinate  with travelers  who are interested in  booking the same flights if needed.
  • luggage fees with airline
  • *private transfers to/from airport in Havana- we will provide a window you must be at airport  for the group transfer; if you are at airport outside of this window, you will have to pay for private transfers. We can assist with you with private transfers if needed. 
  • travel insurance- I will provide a quote to each family after the trip is booked.
  • passports- must be VALID at least 6 MONTHS AFTER TRAVEL.  I will REQUIRE a copy of your passport  NO LATER THAN 90 days before travel. 
  • International phone plan
  • meals during travel to/from Havana
  • extending your trip- I will offer my planning services at NO COST to families who are traveling on this itinerary with the group. 
 
 
 
COVID-19  Vaccine requirement:  proof of vaccine is NOT REQUIRED.
Safety in Cuba: we will host an info session mid-Oct to address any questions travelers may have, including safety in Cuba. 
 
Here is a great resource about traveling to Cuba as a US Citizen:
 
 
 
We will be staying with local families in their homestays. The reason for this is the US government will not allow a US citizen to stay at a hotel that is owned by the Cuban government. 
 
 
 
 
You are required to complete a client agreement once you have registered.  Here is a preview of the client agreement:
 
 
 
Tentative Itinerary:
 
Day 1: December 3, 2023  

Arrive in Havana, Orientation & Welcome Dinner 

Overnight: Havana
The tour coordinator will welcome you and we will go over the program schedule, emergency procedures and answer any questions. After the orientation, we will go out with our group leader for a walk and explore the area around the homestay. At a local restaurant, we will enjoy a delicious menu as a welcome dinner.
 
Day 2: December 4, 2023
 
Old Havana, Fidel Castro Center, Spanish Class 
 
Overnight: Havana
Breakfast at homestay. We will depart by private bus towards Old Havana where we will meet a local expert who will lead our walking tour around the area, discovering the main colonial squares. We will continue visiting The Fidel Castro Center where we will learn the history of Cuba from the early 1960s to the present and the role that Fidel Castro took as leader of the Revolution. Lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch, we have our first Spanish class. Dinner at homestay.
 
 
Day 3: December 5, 2023
 
Agroecological project and eco-lunch
 
Overnight: Havana
Breakfast at the homestay. We will take a private bus to Caimito, a municipality nearby where a local and family-owned organopónico (local urban organic garden) provides vegetables to local people and famous restaurants in Havana. We will enjoy the most authentic flavors directly from the organic vegetable garden to the table. In the afternoon back in Havana, you will have free time to explore independently. Dinner at homestay.
 
Day 4: December 6,, 2023
 
Social Project with Children, Spanish Class, Cannon Blast Ceremony
 
Overnight: Havana
Breakfast at homestay We will take a private bus to Regla, on the other side of the Havana Bay, where we will be visiting a Social Project that revitalizes the area by cleaning up and reusing the space for the use and benefit of children and other members of the community. Lunch at restaurant. Spanish Class. At 9:00 p.m. we will witness the cannon blast ceremony. From the Fortress of San Juan de la Cabaña, we will live a recreation of the curfew that the city of Havana lived in colonial times. Dinner at homestay.
 
Day 5: December 7, 2023
 
Terrazas eco-community and free time at San Juan River
 
Overnight: Havana
Breakfast at homestays. We will enjoy an excursion to the Terraces. An ecological community located one hour from Havana where we will learn how the locals live in this charming village. At lunch, we will move to the shore of the San Juan River to enjoy a Creole meal and free time to refresh ourselves in its clean waters. Return to Havana. Dinner at homestays
 
Day 6: December 8, 2023
 
Exchange with private business, American classical car tour & Farewell dinner
 
Overnight: Havana
Breakfast at homestay. We will have an exchange with a business that is the result of a private initiative in Cuba. One of the most important is car repair. We will learn about the challenges these entrepreneurs face on a daily basis. After this, we will go for a fun tour and ride on a Classic American car around Havana arriving at Revolution Square, the venue of the most important political celebrations. Lunch at restaurant. Free afternoon to pack, explore or just relax. Farewell Dinner
 
Day 7: December 9, 2023
 
End of the program
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport at the indicated time.
 
Other important information:
 
 
 
 
 
As always, if you have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to me at either brandi@theansweristravel.com.
 

Available Packages

Cultural Cuba-Triple Room
Unavailable as of September 1, 2023

$1,410.00
Deposit: $100.00 per person

Unavailable

    • Fidel Castro Center

    • Organic Farm in Caimito

    • Social project visit

    • San Carlos de la Cabaña Fortress

    • Rural community in Terrazas

    • Private business visit

    • 2 Spanish classes

    • Walking tour of Old Havana

    • Classical Car Tour

    • 6n/7d homestay accommodations (staying with local families in their personal homes) 

    • all meals, except on travel days-vegetarian meals can be accommodated. Gluten free, vegan is not something we can accommodate. 

    • tips & taxes

    • academic visa

    • ground transportation

    • airport transfer for group

    • local group leader

    • representative from TABB 

    • bilingual staff

    • local guides

Select number of travelers

Extra Options

Cultural Cuba- Double Room Per Person Supplement
Unavailable as of September 1, 2023

$75.00

  • Fidel Castro Center

  • Organic Farm in Caimito

  • Social project visit

  • San Carlos de la Cabaña Fortress

  • Rural community in Terrazas

  • Private business visit

  • 2 Spanish classes

  • Walking tour of Old Havana

  • Classical Car Tour

  • 6n/7d homestay accommodations (staying with local families in their personal homes) 

  • all meals, except on travel days-vegetarian meals can be accommodated. Gluten free, vegan is not something we can accommodate. 

  • tips & taxes

  • academic visa

  • ground transportation

  • airport transfer for group

  • local group leader

  • representative from TABB 

  • bilingual staff

  • local guides

Select  number of travelers

Cultural Cuba-Single Room Supplement
Unavailable as of September 1, 2023

$155.00

  • Fidel Castro Center

  • Organic Farm in Caimito

  • Social project visit

  • San Carlos de la Cabaña Fortress

  • Rural community in Terrazas

  • Private business visit

  • 2 Spanish classes

  • Walking tour of Old Havana

  • Classical Car Tour

  • 6n/7d homestay accommodations (staying with local families in their personal homes) 

  • all meals, except on travel days-vegetarian meals can be accommodated. Gluten free, vegan is not something we can accommodate. 

  • tips & taxes

  • academic visa

  • ground transportation

  • airport transfer for group

  • local group leader

  • representative from TABB 

  • bilingual staff

  • local guides

Select number of travelers