"SUPPORT FOR THE CUBAN PEOPLE"
PHOTO PROGRAM
Current City, Details and Pricing
SANTIAGO DE CUBA
"HEROISM AND ROMANCE"
Santiago de Cuba, Cuba's second-largest city located on the eastern edge of the island, is known as the "Heroic City" for having birthed the Cuban Revolution. It offers a rich cutlure and history for photography, infused with memories of independence heroes and the rebellious spirit that continues today. Baracoa, much more intimate, is everything romantic. It is a destination for Cubans seeking a romantic destination and escape from the concerns of modern-day life. It also holds a fond place in the familial memory of our founder, whose parents honeymooned in Baracoa prior to the Cuban Revolution of 1959.
Similar to our Havana-based programs that have brought back repeat visitors, our program will put you face-to-face with the Cuban people and all their resilience, warmth and humor. From athletes to dancers, from mechanics to farmers, we will provide up-close moments, curated experiences and candid serendipity while supporting the Cubans we meet. It's the heart of what we do, as well as partnering with a community organization on each trip to offer gifts to support their ongoing efforts for the Cuban people.
For photographers, it's a dreamy place. With its colonial charm and vibrant, restless culture, the city offers colorful streets, historic centers and cathedrals for unparalleled street and architectural photography. Nature photographers can explore the Sierra Maestra mountain area and dramatic coastline with its unique microclimate that creates ever-changing light conditions and spectacular sunsets. There is also the potential for night-time astrophotography in the outlying areas on a clear stunning night sky, especially as we get far away from urban centers.
We will be joined by professional Cuban tour guides who know the area well and provide experiences you would be unable to provide on your own. Per our high standards, our housing will be a lovely, privately-run and air-conditioned bed and breakfast (casa particular).
With our combined decades of knowledge, we will pull deep within our networks of contacts and on-the-ground experience to make sure your trip is an absolutely rewarding, unique and unparalleled experience.
GENERAL PRICING
$5250
Our groups are limited to 9 participants.
CW welcomes both amateurs, professionals and their spouses or companions, although all must follow the full schedule of activities to remain part of our legal program.
Accommodations assume double occupancy. Single rooms add $200.
Depending on the number of participants, we stay with different host families.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
• 9 days of scheduled activities and travel outlined in your welcome packet.
• 8 nights of accommodations hosted by Cuban families.
• Professionally hosted, comfortable air-conditioned rooms with warm water showers.
• All breakfasts
• All lunches
• Professional bilingual tour guides for daily assistance.
• Daily photo guidance on the art of making pictures and techniques of street photography in Cuba.
• Optional two image review sessions and final slideshow.
• Welcoming and closing dinners at two top-tier paladars.
• Admission to any locations during group activities.
• Air-conditioned round-trip transportation to other cities.
• Ground transportation for listed activities and other optional activities that may emerge.
• From/to airport transportation in Cuba.
• Incidental drinks and snacks during some listed activities.
• A welcome packet with helpful information for a safe and fun trip.
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED :
• Round-Trip Airfare from the United States to Cuba
• Cuban Tourist Visa (your visa is purchased online or at the last airport before leaving the U.S.)
• Cuban Health Insurance (included in your airfare)
• Airline baggage fees
• Meals and activities not listed on the final itinerary.
• Individual expenses beyond lodging and meals offered by hosts.
• Tips to support the Cuban people with whom you interact.
• Internet or communication costs.
