Coronavirus

Dear Client,

“As you’re preparing for your upcoming trip to Cuba, or contemplating a trip, you’ve no doubt been following the spread of the coronavirus closely and are concerned about its impact, including your present and future travel plans. Our experience in the Cuba travel industry has us well prepared to look after the safety and well-being of our passengers.”

“We are a small, independent, family-owned company who rely on our passengers. For our employees, suppliers and the local communities we visit, it is important that travel is not affected. However, if you are worried about your tour please get in touch and we can give you our honest view of the situation at the present time.”

-Dan and Romey (Founders of Locally Sourced Tours)

Tour Updates

Since the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak occurred, our team has been working around-the-clock, together with our partners in destination and with the guidance of various government travel agencies, the World Health Organization (WHO), and commercial airlines. Cuba has now reported its first cases of the coronavirus joining 100+ other countries/regions including the U.S., U.K, Australia and continental Europe.

Cuba has a world class health care system and is famously proactive in fighting the spread of infectious diseases. While we did eventually expect some cases to arrive in Cuba, we are confident these will be isolated rather than a large outbreak. Additionally, our guests have been arriving and departing Cuba without incident.

Unless stated otherwise, your tour will still be running and ready for you to join it. Your tour leader is ready to greet you, the transport and accommodation is confirmed and you are in for an amazing adventure!

Please know that your health and well-being are our highest priority. Should circumstances change, and you are registered on one of our tours, we will notify you as soon as possible with any updates.

Being Flexible

We are trying to be as flexible as possible with our clients. 

Up until 7 Days prior to your tour commencing:

Should you be prevented from traveling to Cuba because of:

  1. Your government advises against travel to Cuba due to the Coronavirus.
  2. Cuba introduces travel restrictions which prevents you from traveling to Cuba due to the Coronavirus.
  3. Your flight is cancelled due to the Coronavirus.

We agree to transfer any tour payments made to a future travel date. 

Within 7 days of your arrival:

Any cancellations after final payment has been sent and within 7 days of the client’s arrival, could be subject to cancellation fees. We will still try to be flexible here and try to move your booking to a future travel date, but are also bound by the terms and conditions of our partners (accommodation, transportation cancellation terms etc.). 

Normal booking conditions will apply to all 

Travel Insurance

Travel insurance is an essential ‘must-have’ when you travel – it is a necessity, not a luxury. You need it for protection against the unexpected, to protect yourself against financial losses and for peace of mind. Still, many people think purchasing travel insurance isn’t that important, that they’re prepared to take a risk and think they can save money by avoiding it. In reality, if you can’t afford travel insurance, you really can’t afford to travel.
 

You should check your travel insurance policy carefully to ensure you are covered for COVID-19 developments. There are insurers that are covering this epidemic.

We recommend speaking to someone from the organization you have obtained your travel insurance through for reassurance. 

Traveling Soon?

Please note that there are no entry restrictions into Cuba at this stage.  Please do note, however, that some countries are presently restricting entry based on where a traveler has recently been. Please check this resource if you have questions:
 
 
If you think you may be denied entry, please contact us immediately.

Airports

Some international airports have implemented control procedures, such as temperature checks and health screenings, on arriving passengers. Please be patient and allow yourself extra time to accommodate these additional safety measures.

Travel Safety Advice Websites:

Protect yourself and others

  • The single most effective thing you can do to prevent the spread of disease is to:
  • Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, then dry thoroughly with a clean towel, paper towel or hand dryer. You may also clean your hands with alcohol-based hand rubs or sanitizers. 
  • Bring hand sanitzer with you to Cuba. It’s not a commonly found item.
  • Maintain a distance of at least 3 feet from anyone who is coughing or sneezing.  
  • Avoid touching your hands to your eyes, nose, and mouth. 
  • When coughing and sneezing, cover your mouth and nose, either with a tissue or your elbow. Discard the tissue immediately, and then wash your hands with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand rub. 
  • Health authorities are not recommending that the general public should wear facemasks. 
  • If you experience symptoms such as coughing, fever or difficulty breathing, contact your doctor or medical facility immediately and share your recent travel information so they may determine if you should be tested for Coronavirus.
 
 
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