Cuba
Cuban Literature and Culture

Explore Cuban history, literature, art, and architecture on this two-week experience.  Journey to the Caribbean's largest island with a group of WKU students to share the beauty and mystery of Cuba.

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Eligibility:

• Permission of instructor
• Eligible to register for WKU courses
• 18 years of age or older at time of departure (Parental/legal guardian expressed consent required for those under 18 at time of departure)
• Eligible to obtain a visa for FLSA destination(s) and through all transit points (if needed) as determined by US DOS and host country
• Possess passport valid for at least six (6) months after FLSA return date
• Full payment (or signed payment agreement) prior to departure
• Completion of all pre-departure orientation

Requirements of US Citizens: 

• All particpants must be registered for in a WKU course.  Information about this will be coming soon.

Logistical Considerations: 

• Traveling to Cuba requires special attention by all participants. 
• The outbound flight goes through Cancun to reach Havana, so it will be a long travel day.
• The return connects through Cancun, where the group will stay overnight prior to final flight back to Nashville.
• If you don't have a passport, get one immediately.
• A group of American Travelers will also join the program.
• Independent travel (separate from the group) will be closely monitored.
• The course includes a group flight that originates and returns to Nashville.  Deviations from group flight are not allowed.

Program Package

• Includes 3-credit hour tuition ($1,062 estimated value), round-trip airfare, accommodations, many meals in Cuba, all group excursions, and medical insurance. 
• Not included in program fee: transportation from home to Nashville airport /return from Nashville to your home, gratuities, and personal spending money. The gratuities will be discussed in the pre-depature sessions.
• Final program fee subject to change due to travel arrangements.