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Ways You Can Travel to Cuba in 2017 – It Is Not Too Late

Ways You Can Travel to Cuba in 2017 – It Is Not Too Late
Damas y caballeros (ladies and gentlemen)… I know the announcement on Friday 6/16/17 by our President scared many. Well, it isn’t too late. You can still travel to Cuba in 2017. What changed with travel to Cuba? The major policy change is for independent travelers who prefer not to travel in groups or with the…
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Heidi Siefkas Chimes in on Cuba Travel Changes with Sun Sentinel

Heidi Siefkas Chimes in on Cuba Travel Changes with Sun Sentinel
With over five years of travel to Cuba and a book about my travels under my belt, I call myself a Cuba expert. After Friday's announcement (6/16/17), I felt compelled to share my feelings about the policy changes toward travel to Cuba. Although I could have only shared it on my blog and social media,…
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The Secret to Life is… Look Up

The Secret to Life is… Look Up
After attending countless graduations in my lifetime, I have listened to many wise and humorous commencement speeches whether by former presidents, world-renowned musicians, or peer authors. The goal of each speech has been to celebrate the accomplishments of the students and prepare them for their next chapter. Many use personal anecdotes of inspiration peppered with phrases…
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Author of Cubicle to Cuba Shares Her Travel Expertise

Author of Cubicle to Cuba Shares Her Travel Expertise
Q&A with Author and Adventurer Heidi Siefkas Why should someone travel to Cuba? Heidi: Above all the people, but also the explosion of colors and contrasts. There is art around every corner. Read my blog post about why here Why did you write Cubicle to Cuba? Heidi: First and foremost, I wrote Cubicle to Cuba to…
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Look Up a la cubana – Look Up Cuban Style

Look Up a la cubana – Look Up Cuban Style
Why Cuba? After two-dozen trips to Cuba over the last five years, the country and its people still continue to amaze me. Although I do love a good refreshing mojito or chilled coco beachside, I don’t go back for just the superficial things. I keep on going back for a dose of Look Up a…
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Heidi Shares Her Inspiring Story on CBS and Unveils Knowledge of Cuba

Heidi Shares Her Inspiring Story on CBS and Unveils Knowledge of Cuba
Miami Channel 4 Interview of Author Heidi Siefkas about post-traumatic growth, books, and film.   With over five years of adventures to Cuba and a book, Cubicle to Cuba, Heidi shares her travel expertise in various articles   Island Time Discovering the Treasure of Havana, Cuba in HomeByDesign   8 Things to Do in Havana,…
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When in Cuba, Save Water Drink Cuban Rum

When in Cuba, Save Water Drink Cuban Rum
When in Cuba, Save Water Drink Cuban Rum No this isn’t a rum commercial nor a t-shirt. I’m certain that you have gone to Mexico or have had a friend come back from Spring Break with one of those t-shirts that says, Save Water Drink Cerveza. Although they are great marketing for Mexican beers, they…
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