Travel Notices

Middle East Travel Update (Mar 18, 2026)

In light of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, we have temporarily suspended our tours to Israel, Jordan, Dubai and Abu Dhabi with departure dates scheduled through April 30, 2026. For travelers booked on trips that include these destinations, our team will contact you shortly with rescheduling information.

Egypt is not involved in the current conflict and remains open to flights and tourism. At present, standard Terms and Conditions apply.

We want to assure you that your well-being is our top priority. We deeply value your trust in us and appreciate your understanding during these challenging times. We sincerely hope for a speedy resolution to the devastating conflict and peace for all in the Middle East.

Cuba Travel Update (Feb 13, 2026)

If you have an upcoming trip to Cuba or are considering travel, we understand you may have questions after recent news coverage. We are closely monitoring the situation and remain in daily contact with our trusted local partners.

All recent tours have operated without major interruptions, and traveler feedback continues to be very positive. While government-initiated power outages are routine due to fuel shortages, the casas particulares we use are equipped with generators and/or solar panels, so disruptions are generally not felt by our groups. Services for tourists are currently operating as planned, and tourism remains a priority for the country.

Our standard terms and conditions apply. However, if at any point we determine that travel is unsafe or that we cannot deliver the experience we promise, we will postpone departures accordingly.

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