22nd Mar 2016 06:29
PANAMA (Alliance News) - Carnival PLC, the cruise liner company, announced that Cuba has granted approval for the company to begin travel to Cuba starting on May 1, 2016.
Following US authorisation granted in July 2015, Carnival is now cleared to operate the 704-passenger MV Adonia to Cuba through its newest brand Fathom. This marks the first time in over 50 years a cruise ship is approved to sail from the US to Cuba.
During each sailing, Carnival Corporation through its Fathom brand initially will visit Havana, Cienfuegos and Santiago de Cuba, three ports of call for which Carnival Corporation has obtained berthing approval.
Prices for seven-day itineraries to Cuba start at USD1,800 per person, excluding Cuban visas, taxes, fees and port expenses and including all meals on the ship, onboard experiences and on-the ground activities. Prices will vary by season.
To secure a spot on future sailings, a USD600 per person deposit is required for all cabin categories and occupancy levels. Final payment is due 90 days prior to departure.
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