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Hola Sun and OWG Event

What’s the best way to get travel advisors excited about a product? Invite them to experience it for themselves.

That’s exactly what Hola Sun Holidays and OWG airline did Wednesday (July 27) as they hosted 135 industry pros (mostly travel advisors) at the Signature North Lounge at Toronto Pearson International Airport for a day of live Cuban music, hotel updates, prizes and time in the air aboard one of OWG’s slick Boeing 737-800s.

The land-and-sky event was held to “make some noise about Cuba,” said Sabrena Dayle, sales and marketing coordinator at Hola Sun, and showcase OWG’s onboard experience with a quick flight from Toronto to London, ON, and back. 

announced an exclusive partnership with OWG, a Quebec-based airline that ambitiously launched that same month at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. 

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THE LIGHTS RADIATING FROM FARO LUNA IN CIENFUEGOS

The Faro Luna International Diving Centre, which operates under Marina Marlin Cienfuegos, is one of the key factors why the Pearl of the South is a favorite tourist destination.

Diving, according to Ernesto Manzanares López, director the centre, has been a major success in the south-central part of Cuba for many years, it has remained in steady operation, even during the critical time of the pandemic, and it only stopped when the country closed the international borders.

“The global crisis after the impact of COVID-19 has limited activity and we had to adjust to various protocols to continue. Similarly, it is extremely difficult to get flights, which is why we partnered with the Tour Operator Hola Sun, the Cuba Specialist, to carry out our projects. As divers

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Hola Sun is Celebrating 30 years Anniversary

Hola Sun, the Cuba Specialist, is proud to announce that on Dec 05, 2021, will mark its 30th year anniversary in the travel Canadian market. We are pleased to have reached this significant milestone and are extremely grateful for the support of our clients and partners who have trusted us with guiding you to explore this amazing Caribbean Island and all that it has to offer. The needs and feedbacks of our clients and partners have impacted us to improve our business throughout these years. Hola Sun will always be appreciative of the contribution from its employees, partners, and mutual clients to achieve this milestone.

Cuba has been a top destination for Canadians because of its beautiful beaches, the culture, the people and so much more. We are confident that the future is brighter; we have been providing Canadian travellers with the best well-deserved experience in Cuba and trust that the Canadian market Continue reading “Hola Sun is Celebrating 30 years Anniversary”

PCR testing now at select Cuba resorts, says Gomez

TORONTO — In response to the Canadian government’s new PCR testing requirement, Cuba has announced new PCR testing capabilities at resorts in several top travel destinations.

For US$30, visitors can get tested at hotels in Varadero, Cayo Coco, Cayo Santa Maria and Holguin. The fee is payable only by credit card or debit /VISA. Cash payments will not be accepted.

“It’s great news that Cuba can offer this convenience to all Canadians visiting our beautiful country,” said Lessner Gomez, Director of the Cuba Tourist Board in Toronto. “Cuba has a world-class health system and the highest doctor/patient ratio in the world – three times more than Canada. We are totally ready to accommodate increased testing.”

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How Havana earned its reputation as the “Paris of the Caribbean”

Over its 500 years of rich history, Havana has undergone countless dramatic transformations. Rewind to the first half of the 20th century and the city was popularly nicknamed the “Paris of the Caribbean.” Here’s how the glamour, modernity, and architecture of that age gave the tropical destination its French flair, although Cuba’s capital has always retained a character all its own.

In the early 20th century Havana was a playground for the well-to-do looking to drink, gamble and watch racy entertainment. (Contributed)
In the early 20th century Havana was a playground for the well-to-do looking to drink, gamble and watch racy entertainment.

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Finding one of the Caribbean’s best golf courses in Varadero

Think of Varadero, Cuba, and it’s likely a vision of turquoise waters, tropical sunshine, and sipping mojitos under a beach palapa that immediately springs to mind. But for those who prefer their vacation with a tee time, the popular resort town is also home to the only 18-hole golf course in the whole country: Varadero Golf Club.

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