HavanaCulture, Cuisine & History

March 17-23, 2018

Gouda cheese market

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

STAY at the elegant Hotel Saratoga, near Havana’s UNESCO-recognized Old City

ENJOY exclusive access and curatorial tours at Cuba’s most important museums

ATTEND an informal morning rehearsal of the Contemporary Dance Company of Cuba

VISIT a local cigar factory in Havana

DISCOVER the renovated Gran Teatro de la Havana Alicia Alonso on a private tour

Dear Alumni of Dartmouth College:

Though just 90 miles from the United States, Cuba remains a mystery to most Americans. Now, during an in-depth visit, travelers will experience this enigmatic island through the eyes of its people. We are delighted to offer alumni from Dartmouth an opportunity to gain an insider’s perspective on Cuba during a period of momentous change.

In Havana, connect with locals from all walks of life, including artists, diplomats, and museum directors. On a walking tour, experience Old Havana’s charming squares, eclectic architecture, and cobblestone streets. Explore the Fábrica de Arte Cubano (FAC), one of the capital’s newest art spaces, which The New York Times described as “a mix of CBGB, Art Basel Miami, a community center, a coffee shop, a bar (or two or three) and a bomb shelter.” Visit Nostalgicar, a classic car workshop where some of the city’s finest vintage automobiles are repaired and refurbished. On a private tour, discover the renovated Gran Teatro de la Havana Alicia Alonso. Meet emerging artists in their homes and studios as well as at a private reception organized just for us by the Ludwig Foundation for the Arts.

Our group will also spend a day in the western province of Pinar del Río, known for its lush tobacco plantations. In the Viñales Valley, we will encounter spectacular caves, underground rivers, and the famous Mogotes, the iconic hillocks of the region. Highlights in Pinar del Río include a tour of a tobacco plantation and lunch at an organic farm.

As part of this people-to-people exchange, travelers are expected to participate fully in the scheduled activities, which have been designed to provide immersion in the arts and culture of Cuba. Accommodations for six nights are at the elegant Hotel Saratoga, located just steps from the city’s historic Capitolio.

We hope to welcome you on this educational adventure to discover Cuba’s history, culture, and cuisine. As space is limited and interest great, please return the enclosed reservation form at your earliest

convenience to Dartmouth Alumni Travel. If you have any questions, please contact our licensed travel service provider, Academic Arrangements Abroad, at (800) 221-1944.

Sincerely,

Robin Albing T’81DirectorLifelong Learning and Travel

Mary Ann R. HuntAssistant DirectorDartmouth Alumni Travel

SATURDAY, MARCH 17: U.S. DEPARTURE Arrive independently in Havana, where you will be met upon arrival at the José Martí Airport and transferred to the Hotel Saratoga our home for six nights. Located in the heart of the city, the hotel overlooks the steps of the Capitolio and the Paseo del Prado. In the early evening, participate in a dialog on Cuba’s current reality with a former Cuban ambassador and deputy minister for foreign affairs. Our welcome dinner is at the celebrated paladar La Guarida. D

SUNDAY, MARCH 18: HAVANAJoin an architectural historian for a lecture and then depart on a walking tour of Old Havana, focusing on the four main squares: the Plaza de Armas, Plaza de San Francisco de Asís, Plaza Vieja, and Plaza de la Catedral. Conclude with lunch at a paladar near the cathedral. Discover the renovated Gran Teatro de la Havana Alicia Alonso on a private tour. Dinner is at El Cocinero, adjacent to Fabrica de Arte Cubano (FAC), the city’s liveliest multi- disciplinary performing and visual arts space. After dinner enjoy evening entertainment at FAC. B, L, D

MONDAY, MARCH 19: HAVANA/VINALES Embark on an excursion to the western province of Pinar del Río, known for its lush tobacco plantations. Explore the unique topography and natural beauty of the Viñales Valley, where you will encounter spectacular caves, underground rivers, and the famous Mogotes, the iconic hillocks of the region. Tour a tobacco plantation to learn about the drying and rolling processes. Lunch is at an organic farm. Visit a local artists’ studio before returning to Havana. B, L

TUESDAY, MARCH 20: HAVANA Early this morning visit a cigar factory for a guided tour. Then see the National Museum of Fine Arts, where we trace Cuba’s history through the works of its greatest artists. After lunch walk along Calle Obispo, Havana’s main shopping street. In the early evening drive to the Ludwig Foundation for the Arts, where we will have a presentation on Cuban art. The Foundation President will host a cocktail reception and buffet dinner on the penthouse terrace. Invited guests include Cuban artists. Following dinner, optional evening entertainment is available at a number of Havana’s famed music venues including the famous Tropicana. B, L, R, D

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 21: HAVANA On a morning visit to the Museum of Decorative Arts view this extraordinary collection, now housed in a former mansion in the Vedado district. Built in the neo-classical style, the house was completed in 1927 for the Gómez-Mena family. Following an independent lunch, head outside of the capital to the small, hilltop village of San Francisco de Paula for a visit to Finca Vigía (Lookout Farm), the house where Ernest Hemingway lived for 20 years. View the rooms through open windows from the surrounding terraces; see Hemingway’s famous fishing boat Pilar; and climb the tower to his study. Our excursion concludes with a brief visit to the village of Cojímar, the setting for The Old Man and the Sea. Dinner is at one of Havana’s excellent paladares. B, D

HavanaCulture, Cuisine & History

March 17-23, 2018

Finca Vigía

Plaza Vieja

THURSDAY, MARCH 22: HAVANAAttend an informal morning rehearsal of the Contemporary Dance Company of Cuba at the Teatro Nacional, located near the Plaza de la Revolución. Then visit the Colón Cemetery, whose many monuments commemorate Cuban heroes, statesmen, and novelists. With its ornate tombstones, this cemetery is sometimes called the largest sculpture park in Cuba. Enjoy lunch with a view at paladar Vistamar. Visit Nostalgicar, a renowned classic car workshop, where some of the city’s finest vintage cars are repaired and refurbished. At the historic Hotel Nacional (1930) — which was originally designed by McKim Mead and White — enjoy their famous mojitos

on a terrace overlooking Havana’s harbor. Celebrate our week in Cuba at a farewell dinner at one of the city's best paladares, Otramanera. B, L, D

FRIDAY, MARCH 23: HAVANA/U.S. RETURNDepart the hotel this morning for the flight home. B

DISCLAIMER: This itinerary is subject to change at thediscretion of Arrangements Abroad and Dartmouth Alumni Travel. For complete details, please carefully read the terms and conditions at www.arrangements abroad.com/terms.

PROGRAM RATE$5,499 per person,

$1,599 single supplement

RATE INCLUDES n Enrichment program of lectures and special events

n Six nights hotel accommodations and meals as per itinerary (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, R=Reception, D = Dinner)

n Bottled water and coffee/tea with all meals, house wine/beer at dinners

n Escorted sightseeing, transportation and entrance fees for all included visits

n Gratuities to local guides and drivers

n Taxes, service charges, and porterage

n Pre-departure materials and reading list

NOT INCLUDED IN RATE International airfare; Cuban visa; Cuban departure tax; limited Cuban health insurance policy (required for all foreign travelers to Cuba under age 80); passport fees; alcoholic beverages other than as noted; personal expenses such as laundry, phone calls, etc.; travel insurance; any other items not specifically mentioned as included.

ACCOMMODATIONS

Located near Old Havana, the Hotel Saratoga is a historic property that reopened in 2005 following an extensive refurbishment that preserved the original façade. Renowned in the 1930s for the international artists and socialites who stayed here, today’s Saratoga caters to discerning travelers with interests in history and culture as well as Havana’s famous nightlife. From its prime location on the Paseo del Prado opposite the iconic Capitolio building, the Saratoga features a rooftop pool, restaurant, and bar with views of the city, as well as a lobby restaurant, mezzanine bar, business center, spa, and fitness center. All rooms have air conditioning, a shower and separate bathtub, hairdryer, safe, minibar, telephone, satellite TV, and DVD player.

Hotel Saratoga Mezzanine bar, Hotel Saratoga

Viñales Valley

On the front cover: Street performers, Havana

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