TravelOn2 & Metamovements present the roots of salsa. Starting with folkloric dance, learn rumba, rueda, son, and more, as we make the connection between Cuban mambo and New York-style salsa. Dance the nights away with us to pulsating latin rhythms heavy on African drums with a seemingly endless supply of gyrating dancers. If you love to travel and you love to dance…this is the trip for you!
One amazing trip... customized for the Travel On2 community!
Build a relationship with the Salsa on 2 Community of Havana! From authentic exchanges to exciting workshops and performances, this trip, designed especially for the Travel on2 Community, will allow you to experiance salsa, dance & music in a whole new context.
This trip will also include our favorite features of our tried and true "Explore Cuba" People to People exchange programs! When you are not dancing, you will explore this neighboring island that has now opened up to us after 50 years of division. Through extensive, daily interaction with business owners, artists, and scholars you will build meaningful relationships with those that are shaping its promising future.
PROGRAM FEATURES
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Enjoy personalized dance or music workshops from friendly, knowledgeable professionals who will help you feel the Cuban rhythms with the greatest of ease... whatever your level of experience!
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Observe the best practices of innovative business models in re-purposed buildings, urban centers, individual homes, agricultural settings, and more!
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Learn from experts and locals regarding issues important to you, ranging from their acclaimed public health and education systems to conversations about race and daily living.
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Experience an inside look into the world-famous Cuban arts & culture scene, including opportunities to witness breath-taking performances, enjoy “meet-and-greets” as well as visit the rehearsal facilities of the country’s best dance companies and musicians.
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Meet celebrated artists and view their art, in their home studios and at local crafts markets.
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Visit a Havana cigar factory, including meeting the renowned Cuban cigar rollers.
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Experience Cuba’s natural beauty first-hand.
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Tour important historical locations, including Old Havana and other UNESCO World Heritage Sites, as well as urban and rural Cuban living environments.
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Visit Cuba’s respected community projects that offer high-quality cultural activities for youth, seniors, or people with special needs.
Program Dates
July 15th - 22nd
2016
Accommodations
A boutique, ocean-side hotel in the Miramar neighborhood of Havana
Authentic exchanges, workshops, and performances the burgeoning On2 community of Havana!
Special Features
Package Pricing
Land Package Price
$3095 regular price
Our competitive land package price supports your needs will on the ground in Havana! Please see what is included below. Make sure to check out our special discounts!
Flight Package Price
Estimated $500- $700- MIA
$800- $1000- NYC
Includes charter airline tickets, Cuban health insurance, and all applicable taxes including Cuban exit tax.
We expect that the government will release the exact prices within the coming months. We will notify all registered travelers as soon as information is released. (Travelers are welcome to ask about airfare from other locations as it becomes available )
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Place a $500 non refundable deposit and fill out your paperwork and you'll be on your way!
Included in Land Package
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U.S. Department of the Treasury license and MetaMovements letter of certification
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Luxury motorcoach and personal driver for all transportation, including airport transfers
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Welcome reception and pre-tour briefing
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Knowledgeable, friendly MetaMovements Tour Leader
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Expert Cuban Guide and Host
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Translation for non-Spanish speaking travelers
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Access to Cuban Health Insurance for any medical emergencies
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All meals, except for 4 “paladar” dining experiences (to explore the cuisine in Cuba’s blossoming private dining industry.)
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Exciting tours to the most important historical sites, and to the unique locations that most U.S. travelers have never seen.
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Thought-provoking presentations by Cuban experts, and interactive people-to-people exchanges with the locals, all hand-picked by our experienced staff with your particular interests in mind (as presented to us in your personal interest surveys)
NOT INCLUDED IN LAND PACKAGE:
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Optional out-of-program activities… For example, a night-time trip to the Tropicana or a visit to the art museum.
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Additional drinks, snacks, and meals outside the scheduled meals
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Upgrade to a private room for only $350!
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Tips & gratuities