Travel Information

ACCOMODATION:  

Old Havana offers a wide range of hotel options and "casa particulares" (roon to rent inside private houses). Hotel bookings must be arranged by participants themselves. We advise all participants to book their hotel/rooms well in advance to find better options and prices.             

The travel agency Servicios Global offers to the participants of the conference packages including hotel bookings and transport from the Havana airport. Details of the offer can be found here. Bookings of the package can be made via electronic mail to the agency Contact Person: Yorlanka Jimenez:  ventas@serviciosglobal.com .  We advise participants interested on this service to book the hotel before April 15th since the number of available rooms is limited.    

Some others hotels in the area are Hotel Palacio del Marques de San Felipe y Santiago de Bejucal, Hotel Conde de Villanueva, Hotel Los Frailes, Hotel Raquel, Hotel Santa Isabel,  Hotel El Comendador,  Hotel Palacio O’Farrill, Hotel Marques de Prado Ameno.  

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:  

The following information on entry and exit requirements has been obtained from the Cuban authorities. However, these requirements are subject to change at any time. It is the traveller's responsibility to check with the Embassy of the Republic of Cuba or its consulates for up-to-date information.  

Visa Requirements  

A valid passport is required for participants and companions. The passport must be valid for at least one month beyond the date of your expected departure from Cuba. Participants and companions must carry a tourist card (or visa) as well. The tourist card is generally provided by tour operators or airlines.

  • Tourist card or visa: Required
  • Personal visa: Required

Health Insurance  

There are new regulations with respect to health insurance. Participants are encouraged to seek for up-to-date information in your specific case.  

Important notice: Since May 1, 2010, travellers must present proof of health insurance in order to enter the country. Upon arrival, travellers may be required to present an insurance policy, insurance certificate, or medical assistance card valid for the period of their stay in Cuba. Those who do not have proof of insurance coverage may be required to obtain health insurance from a Cuban insurance company when they arrive.