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CubaCorinne Dagen Callie Slusser Associate Director Coordinator UR Travel Club UR Travel Club (585) 273-2680 (585) 275-2412 [email protected] [email protected]

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LAND & AIR PROGRAMApril 22-30, 2018

Full Price Special Savings Special Price* $6,145 $250 $5,895*

*Special Price valid if booked by the date found on the address panel. All prices quoted are in USD, per person, based on double occupancy and include round-trip air service

from Miami to Cuba. Single accommodations are an additional $995 (limited availability).

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NOT INCLUDED-Fees for passports and, if applicable, visas, entry/departure fees; personalgratuities; laundry and dry cleaning; excursions, wines, liquors, mineral waters and meals notmentioned in this brochure under included features; travel insurance; all items of a strictlypersonal nature.MOBILITY AND FITNESS TO TRAVEL-The right is retained to decline to accept or to re-tain any person as a member of this trip who, in the opinion of AHI Travel is unfit for travel orwhose physical or mental condition may constitute a danger to themselves or to others on thetrip, subject only to the requirement that the portion of the total amount paid which corre-sponds to the unused services and accommodations be refunded. Passengers requiring specialassistance, including without limitation those who permanently or periodically use a wheel-chair, must be accompanied by someone who is fit and able to assist them, and who will be to-tally responsible for providing all required assistance.AIR TRANSPORTATION-The price of scheduled, commercial air transportation offered byAHI Travel is based on Advance Purchase Excursion fares. After tickets are issued, penalties upto 100% of the ticket price may be levied. After departure, if the reservations are changed, youwill be charged the higher, all year Economy class fare. Passengers who choose to make theirown airline reservations independently will be wholly responsible for any airline fees or penal-ties incurred as a result of program cancellation and/or change in travel dates, or airlineschedule(s). BAGGAGE-In Miami, two checked-in bags are allowed. Outbound from U.S. to Cuba, thebaggage fee is $25 for the first bag, $40 for the second. Return to U.S.: No baggage fees. Eachchecked bag is limited to 50 lbs and 62 inches dimension (length + width + height). $100 feefor a bag 51 to 70 lbs. No bag may weigh more than 70 lbs. These terms are subject to change.AUTHORITY TO USE IMAGES AND AUDIO RECORDINGS-On occasion, AHI Travelobtains, from its staff, or from trip participants, photographic or video images of passengersand trip activities. By participating in this travel program, you authorize AHI Travel, withoutproviding compensation to you, or obtaining additional approvals from you, to include photo-graphic and video recordings of you, as well as voice recordings included with any videos, inAHI Travel's sales, marketing, advertising, publicity and/or training activities.RESPONSIBILITY-AHI Travel and the Sponsoring Association do not own or operate anyentity which provides goods or services for this program, and act only as agents for the inde-pendent suppliers of travel conveyance, transport, accommodations or other services. All suchpersons or entities are independent contractors. As a result, AHI Travel and the Sponsoring As-sociation are not liable for any negligence or willful act of any such person or entity or anythird person. In addition and without limitation, AHI Travel and the Sponsoring Associationare not responsible for any delays, delayed departure or arrival, missed carrier connections,loss, death, damage or injury to person or property or accident, mechanical defect, failure ornegligence of any nature howsoever caused in connection with any accommodations, trans-portation or other services or for any substitution of hotels or of common carrier equipment,with or without notice, or for any additional expenses occasioned thereby. Dates, Program De-tails and Tour costs, although given in good faith and based on tariffs, exchange rates andother information current at the time of printing, are subject to change at or before the timeof departure. No revisions of the printed itinerary or its included features are anticipated; how-ever, the right is reserved to make any changes, with or without notice, that might becomenecessary, with the mutual understanding that any additional expenses will be paid by the in-dividual passenger. Baggage and personal effects are the sole responsibility of the owners at alltimes. If the entire program is canceled for any reason, participants shall have no claim otherthan for a full refund. By forwarding the deposit, the passenger certifies that he/she has nophysical, mental or other condition of disability that would create a hazard for himself/herselfor other passengers and accepts the terms of this contract set out herein and in more specificpre-departure passenger information. The airlines and other transportation companies con-cerned are not to be held responsible for any act, omission, or event, during the time passen-gers are not on board their conveyances. The passage contract in use, when issued, shallconstitute the sole contract between the company(ies) and the passenger and/or purchaser ofthis trip.ITINERARY PARTICIPATION - The general license for this program, administered by theU.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), requires that peo-ple-to-people educational exchange travelers participate in a full-time schedule of activitiesthat will result in meaningful interaction with the Cuban people, and imposes on AHI the ob-ligation to ensure that participation. By registering for this program, you certify that you willadhere without deviation to the program itinerary. OFAC may require you to provide a reportabout the educational exchange activities, and requires that you maintain copies of yourrecords relating to this Exchange for a period of five years. CANCELLATION-All cancellations for any reason will be subject to a $250 per person ad-ministrative fee. You may choose, at the time of cancellation, to apply the withheld adminis-trative fee to a future AHI Travel program that will operate in the current calendar year or yearfollowing. Cancellation from 120 days to 76 days prior to departure will result in forfeiture of10% of the entire cost of the trip per person; 75-30 days, 50% of the trip cost per person; can-cellation from 29 days up to the time of departure will result in 100% forfeiture of the entirecost of the trip. TRIP CANCELLATION INSURANCE IS AVAILABLE. AN APPLICATION WILL BESENT AFTER YOU RESERVE. All cancellations must be submitted in writing to AHI Travel.CANCELLATION OF TRIP OPTIONS-Purchases of optional excursions, trip extensions and ad-ditional hotel nights become fully non-refundable 45 days prior to departure. Air transporta-tion and private transfer purchases are subject only to penalties assessed by the airlines andtransfer suppliers.

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Dear University of Rochester Alumni and Friends,

We are pleased to invite you on a University of Rochester Travel Club journey to Cuba. Forfive decades, travel to this Caribbean nation has been strictly regulated, but recent eventshave made it easier for U.S. citizens to visit.

This program has been meticulously planned for you to experience this beautiful islandand its vibrant culture. You will meet locals, learning directly from them about their culture,their history, and their heritage. You’ll savor the flavors of authentic Cuban cuisine, admirethe art of Cuban artists, and listen to the infectious beat of Cuban music.

Join fellow University of Rochester alumni and friends on this spectacular educational exchange program, where you will make memories of a lifetime. Space on this amazing eight-night journey is limited to 28 travelers, so be sure to make your reservations today!

Sincerely,

Paul Lanzone Assistant Vice President, Alumni & Constituent Engagement

UNESCO World Heritage

1. Old Havana and its Fortification System

2. Trinidad and the Valleyde los Ingenios

3. Urban Historic Center of Cienfuegos

4. Sierra del Rosario (UNESCO Biosphere Reserve)

Operated in accordance with regulations issued by the Office of Foreign Assets Control of the U.S. Treasury Department. This exclusive program, developed by AHI International Corp.,

opens the door to a neighbor country long closed to American travelers. It is designed to promote People-to-People contact and cultural exchange.

Reserve your trip to Cuba today!

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Send to: CubaUniversity of Rochester Travel Clubc/o AHI TravelInternational Tower-Suite 6008550 W. Bryn Mawr AvenueChicago, IL 60631

Corinne Dagen Callie Slusser Associate Director Coordinator UR Travel Club UR Travel Club (585) 273-2680 (585) 275-2412 [email protected] [email protected]

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APRIL 22-30, 2018

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Larry and Cindy Bloch Alumni and Advancement Center

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Plaza de la Catedral, Havana

Havana

Iglesia de la Santísma, Trinidad

INCLUDED FEATURES

Inspiring Moments

Pinar del Río

Museo de la Revolución

in everyday life. Join a discussion with thesetalented specialists, and see a rehearsal.Enrichment: Cuba’s Economy. Discussthe economy with a university professor.Enjoy dinner at La Barraca in Hotel Nacional. day Seven b | l | d

HAVANA

Discovery: Classic Convertibles &Cuban Art. The streets of Havana are filledwith vintage American convertibles. These1950s classics, imported before the U.S. tradeembargo began in 1960, still run because ofthe ingenuity of their owners. Climb aboardand enjoy a drive through Havana’s historicquarter before continuing to the National Museum of Fine Arts to see a fascinating collection featuring Cuban artists.Enrichment: Contemporary Arts. Learnabout the work of modern artists in Cuba.Discovery: Inside an Artist’s Studio.Visit Casa Fuster, the home and studio of JoseFuster. Meet a local artist, and learn about the

Discovery: Cienfuegos & its Music. Take a walking tour of Parque Martí, the city’s mainsquare. See the cathedral built in 1819, and admire its French stained-glass windows andstriking red bell towers. At the Teatro de Cienfuegos, watch a performance by a renownedmusical group. Enjoy a special opportunity tomeet the musicians and learn about their music. Enrichment and Meet the People: Gatherfor dinner at El Lagarto, a Cuban paladar. Jointhe owners and discuss their experiences.day four b | l | d

CIENFUEGOS | HAVANA

Following breakfast, depart for Havana.Discovery: Health Care & Sugar Cane. En route, visit a maternity home and speak withthe staff about health care in Cuba. Then tourAustralia, a former sugar cane factory. Afterbeing introduced by Spanish conqueror DiegoVelázquez, Cuba became the world’s largest exporter of sugar in the 19th and 20th centuries.See this retired factory, and learn about the experiences of former workers and mechanics.Enjoy lunch at Fiesta Campesina.Discovery: Hemingway’s Cuba.Visit La FincaVigia, or “lookout farm,” the home of authorErnest Hemingway and his wife, Martha.In Havana, check in to Hotel Mercure Sevilla.Delight in the flavor’s of Cuban cuisine duringdinner at a Havana paladar.day five b | l

HAVANA

Discovery: Historic Havana. Spanishcolonists founded Havana’s historic district in1519. Here, cobbled plazas teem with locals, menplay dominos, and flea markets hawk art andlocal souvenirs. Take in the sights of Plaza deArmas, the city’s oldest square, and see the Palacio de los Capitanes Generales. Admire the

obstacles to opening a private studio as well asthe new opportunities for artists in Cuba.Enjoy a group lunch at Casa Fuster.Discovery: Afro-Cuban Dance. DiscoverAfro-Cuban dance! Born and raised in Havana,these dancers were once part of many studiosand troupes; now they are teachers embracingtheir passion. You may try a few steps too!Dinner this evening is at La Foresta.day eigHt b | l | d

PINAR DEL RÍO

Discovery: Rural Cuba. Venture to thebeautiful countryside and the Sierra del Rosariomountains where straw-hatted farmers drive oxcarts and rickety bicycles through tobaccofields. Your scenic drive takes you through ruralcommunities and past tobacco plantations toLas Terrazas, a model socialist community established in the 1980s. Explore the community, savor a cup of Cuban coffee, andbrowse a local art studio.Lunch is served at El Romero, an eco-restaurantthat prepares dishes with locally and organicallygrown vegetables. Discuss Cuba’s agriculturalindustry, visit the organic vegetable gardens,and meet the community’s gardeners. Return to Havana after lunch, and gather withyour group for a Farewell Dinner at La Moraleja.day nine b

HAVANA | IN TRANSIT

After breakfast, depart for the airport for yourreturn flight to Miami.Consistent with the requirements of the OFAC People-to-People license, this program features a full-time schedule of cultural exchange activities. This exchangedoes not involve tourist or self-directed activities.

Note: This itinerary is subject to change. If an event mustbe canceled, it will be replaced with another people-to-people event. During the walking tours, the sidewalks and other surfaces may be narrow, uneven or made of cobblestones.

B|L|D denotes included breakfasts, lunches and dinners.

Fountain of Lions in Plaza de San Francisco, seePlaza de la Catedral, and visit a local elementaryschool to engage with faculty and students.Enrichment: Urban Planning & Architectural Challenges. Meet a Cuban architect to discuss contemporary city planning.Dine on Cuban fare during lunch at El Templete.Discovery: Revolutionary & CulturalCuba. Cuba’s museums offer insight into thecountry’s unique political and revolutionary history as well as ones dedicated to the country’sartists and dancers. Browse extensive exhibitsat the Museo de la Revolución, and learn aboutthe Bay of Pigs. Then share experiences with thestaff and children at a cultural center for youth.This evening, make your own culinary discoveries during dinner at leisure.day Six b | l | d

HAVANA

Discovery: Cigars, Santa Venia & HigherEducation. The liaison of Cuba and cigars became known to the world after Columbuslanded in Cuba in 1492 and introduced cigars toEurope. Visit a cigar factory, meet the workersand learn about their experiences. At La QuintaSanta Venia, a private home for senior citizens,meet and engage with the residents and nunswho work at the home. Then tour the Universityof Havana, Cuba’s oldest university, and learn about opportunities for higher education.Relax over a delicious lunch at a local paladar.Discovery: A Taste of Cuban Dance. Visit a contemporary dance studio where sensual hip sways and infectious rhythms are ingrained

Cuba: The name evokes images of cigar-puffing men and classic cars; colonialbuildings trimmed in faded pastels; and

bodies oscillating to rhythmic salsa beats. From vintage hints of a past splendor to its medley ofcharismatic citizens, Cuba’s vivacity is simply palpable, and digging beneath its surface will uncover a truly exotic and compelling destination.Begin in Cuba’s smaller towns where life moves ata slower, seductive cadence. Then travel throughthe verdant countryside to Havana, a city burstingwith musicality and revolutionary history. Returnhome with a cache of special memories and a deep yearning for the romantic Malecón, cold mojitos,and the inspiring and bewitching spirit of Cuba.

day one

IN TRANSIT | MIAMI, FLORIDA

Check in to the Crowne Plaza Miami International Airport in Miami, Florida.(Accommodations in Miami are included. Transportation to Miami is not included.)

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MIAMI | CIENFUEGOS, CUBADepart for Cienfuegos, Cuba. Upon arrival, transfer and check in to the Hotel Jagua.Tonight, discover the tastes of Cuba during aWelcome Dinner at Jardin de los Laureles.day tHree b | l | d

TRINIDAD | CIENFUEGOS

Discovery: Trinidad & Local Life. InTrinidad’s Plaza Mayor, see the Iglesia de la Santísima Trinidad, Cuba’s oldest church, the Museo de Arquitectura and the Museo Romántico de Artes Decorativas. Be graciouslywelcomed into a local home, meet the family and learn about typical Cuban life.Savor lunch at the Plaza Mayor.

ACCOMMODATIONS• One night in Miami, Florida, at the

first-class Crowne Plaza Miami International Airport.

• Two nights in Cienfuegos, Cuba, at thefirst-class Hotel Jagua.

• Five nights in Havana at the first-classHotel Mercure Sevilla.

TRANSFERS• Round-trip flights between Miami

and Cuba and all deluxe motor coachtransfers in the Land Program and baggage handling.

EXTENSIVE MEAL PROGRAM • Seven breakfasts, six lunches and six

dinners, including Welcome and FarewellDinners; tea or coffee with all meals, plus a local beverage with dinner.

• Sample authentic regional specialties during meals at local restaurants.

YOUR ONE-OF-A-KIND JOURNEY• Discovery excursions highlight the local

culture, heritage and history.• Expert-led Enrichment programs enhance

your insight into the region.• Clearly hear your English-speaking guide

with your VOX headset.• Tipping of guides and drivers.

CUBA | ART, CULTURE & PEOPLE

ACCOMMODATIONS

Our travel experts have selected these first-classproperties, each in a primelocation, for your comfort.Details in the design anddécor celebrate the localculture and enhance theambience of each hotel.Their restaurants featuremenus of elegantly prepared local and international cuisine. Of utmost importance is the quality of the services, amenities and accommodations, allowingyou to maximize the enjoyment of your stay.

>Encounter Habana Vieja’sscintillating ambience, ice-cream colored façades and revolutionary history.

>Discover Cuba’s world-renowned cigar industry and the art of hand rolling cigars during a factory tour.

>Meet members ofCuba’s arts communityduring visits with artists,dancers and musicians.

>Ride through Old Havana in an iconic 1950s convertible.

>Savor the allure and bucolicbeauty of rural life in thePinar del Río region.

>Develop perspective and insight about Cuba duringdiscussions with localexperts.

AHI TRAVEL EXPERTISEFrom your reservation to your return home, we are here to ensure you have the adventure of a lifetime.

Before you go:

>Travel Consultants | These experts stand ready to answer your questions about activities, meals, accommodations and more as they guide you through the reservation process.

>Passenger Service Representative | Once you have reserved your spot, enjoy personalized assistance from this specialist, your one point of contact who will help you with everything from arranging flights to booking elective activities to fulfilling special requests.

>Travel Information | Receive extensive destination information and travel tips compiled by our travel-savvy team to prepare you fully for your journey.

Once you arrive:

On the ground, three layers of top-quality professionals offer their insiders’ perspective and take your adventure to the next level.>Travel Director | Throughout your journey, you will be in the

care of a seasoned AHI travel professional who will manage all thelogistics, allowing you to relax and simply soak up the ambience.Resourceful, knowledgeable and attentive, your Travel Directorhelps to ensure you enjoy an unforgettable travel experience.

>Expert Guides | Who better to show you around than the people who live there? We’ve specially selected informed and enthusiastic local professional guides who understand the needs of our educated and curious travelers. Warm and genuine, they’reready to share their passion for their country with you.

>Lecturers | Coming from all walks of life, our entertaining locallecturers open your eyes to history and current events. The breadthof their knowledge deepens your appreciation for the region and its heritage.

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Hotel Mercure Sevilla |Havana

Immerse yourself in the culture, art, history and people of fascinating and enigmatic Cuba. Participate in the historic evolution of the relationship between the

U.S. and our closest island nation neighbor. Authorized by a U.S.

Department of the Treasury general license, this People-to-

People educational exchange program is brimming with

opportunities to discover Cuba through its everyday people,

ranging from artists and musicians to religious leaders,

teachers and students. While marveling at Cuba’s opulent

colonial architecture, vintage automobiles and vibrant

countryside vistas, you will learn first-hand the hopes,

dreams and aspirations of Cuban people working to improve

their lives and enhance their society.