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01-18-15 08:56 #543
Posts: 8Hello,
Am I reading the new regulations correctly for USA Citizens traveling to Cuba? From what I gather, as long as you say that you are going to Cuba for one of 12 reasons, you fall under the General License, and therefor you do not need to do anything. One easy way is to say "I am there to support the Cuban people", and you are okay.
"6. Do travelers who fall within the scope of a general license need to submit a written request to OFAC for permission to travel or conduct transactions?
No. No further permission from OFAC is required to engage in transactions by a person who meets all criteria in a general license. Individuals wishing to engage in activities that may fall within the scope of a general license should review the relevant general licenses contained in the CACR to determine whether their travel-related transactions are covered by such general licenses. Persons subject to USA Jurisdiction who wish to engage in any travel within the 12 categories of activities specified in the CACR that does not meet the requirements of a general license will need to apply for a specific license from OFAC. "
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01-07-15 18:34 #542
Posts: 70Cuabn / Spanish phrases for chica hunt
Hello Gents,
I tried to search the threads for a consolidated / summarized version of Cuban slangs or phrases that the seniors / experienced mongers use while soliciting non or semi-pro chicas.
Its inconenient to use the offline apps on the phone while conversing with chica and not sure if its really translating my point or sense of humor.
Basically, I am looking for some opening statements when you see a non or semi pro chica to get the deed. I am more concerned about asking with converted statement from the translator app which might offends the chica if she is not interested or non pro.
Kindly, provide any link or statement that you guys frequently use to close the deal.
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01-04-15 21:38 #541
Posts: 228Originally Posted by Mondo707 [View Original Post]
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01-04-15 10:57 #540
Posts: 344Cell phone use in Cuba
Hey fellow mongers,
Don't know if this is the proper place for my question!
I was wondering if anybody here has knowledge as far as using their cell phone in Cuba or what is needed to do so?
I'm currently using Verizon as my provider and have an Droid kitkat 4.4 and live in Los Angeles, Calif.
I'm planning on going either in March or April. I've been to Cuba several times and last time (2 years ago) I couldn't get my phone to work there.
Any help is much appreciated.
Mondo
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12-25-14 11:21 #539
Posts: 228Santiago de Cuba
Only 1 post within the last 2 years on the Santiago page. WOW! Does anyone have any intel they would be willing to share?
I'm going there from Jan 15th-25th and would appreciate any updated info on restaurants, bars / discos, shows, casa particulars, hotels, chicas, etc.
Thanks in advance.
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12-23-14 18:38 #538
Posts: 32Headed to Havana soon
Just curious if the chances of being caught have increased recently. I went in 2000 and 2002. Anyone have any first hand news of people traveling from the USA being busted and paying a big fine for doing so?
Jeb
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12-08-14 13:17 #537
Posts: 305Gifts for KIds
Originally Posted by Velasco [View Original Post]
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12-08-14 06:56 #536
Posts: 3Thanks Velasco.
These sites are very inspiring and there are excellent advice.
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12-08-14 03:34 #535
Posts: 88Gifts.
I posted this a while back, and I think it still applies. A few thoughts, and these are things that will be appreciated by ANY Cuban. I have mentioned this here before and I will mention it again. I think the BEST gift you can give a Cuban is a set of towels (Face, hair and body). Second would be a set of bedsheets and pillowcases. I think most beds tend to be doubles. Other ideas.
1- I would say some toiletries like good quality makeup / nail Polish. Cubanas are pretty savvy about this stuff, so don't bring cheap crap. Nail Polish REMOVER too. Soap is good, but is pretty heavy when you are talking about airline luggage. Toothpaste is never a bad idea.
2- A nice purse will go a long way. I have picked up some knockoff bags that earned me quite some goodwill.
3- Sneakers, even if they are your own. Ask her if she knows someone who could use them. If not, she can sell / barter them.
4- Baseball hats.
5- Tylenol / ibuprofen and other painkillers.
6- Bras, though the problem is you don't know the size of the woman you are going to meet. I once brought bras to a Cubana on a return trip, but she was unaware of her bra size and they were too large. They probably ended up with one of her older sisters. She has two older sisters that are bustier. In her defense, I once saw a magazine article stating that over 30% of women don't really know their bra size.
Remember, there are occasional shortages of some pretty basic stuff in Cuba. So whereas you might find there is toothpaste in Santa Clara today, there may not be any for several weeks in January. Your gifts will definitely be appreciated.
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12-06-14 21:54 #534
Posts: 1First time in havana
Going to Havana in January staying at a small hotel as part of a package tour. Any advice for finding a girl (s) would be great. Costs, websites etc.
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12-04-14 17:38 #533
Posts: 3Gifts
Hi,
Time progressed. Many Cubans have iPhone. Some recent contributions is to know that in Havana and some girls price went up. What currently carry gifts? After what is today the demand? Still apply soap, thongs, stockings etc?
Thanks
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12-01-14 22:32 #532
Posts: 479Originally Posted by GrownMan1 [View Original Post]
What you saw are charter flights to Havana, Cuba from Miami. The Charter service that uses AA plane is ABC Charter (http://www.abc-charters.com/) Go to the website and call thm. They will inform you what you need in order to travel out of Miami into Cuba.
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11-24-14 21:18 #531
Posts: 228Originally Posted by TankNotMt [View Original Post]
We were only 3 guys but they showed up with a big, new 40 passenger bus with great AC. Service was prompt and quite efficient. Someone will meet you at the front exit of the airport with a sign that has your name on it.
This is your best bet as it's a North American company with certain standards that some of the locals do not have. The last thing you want is to book transportation with a local Cuban person or company and they don't show up on your day of arrival or the price increases mysteriously or they show up with a small, broken down 4 passenger Lada that reeks of Fuel. Welcome to Cuba.
Plus you can pay Nash Travel with your American / Canadian / European credit card without any problems and should they screw up for whatever reason (which is highly unlikely) you can always dispute the charge when you get back home.
Hope this helps.
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11-24-14 19:32 #530
Posts: 111Van from Varadaro airport to Havana
Can anyone recommend a Driver w a Van to take 5-6 of us from Varadaro Airport to Havana next week?
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11-22-14 02:40 #529
Posts: 3700Originally Posted by GrownMan1 [View Original Post]