First direct flights between New York and Cuba taking off

First direct flights between New York and Cuba taking off
THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
03/18/2015 7:57 AM 03/18/2015 7:58 AM

NEW YORK
The first direct charter flights between New York City and Cuba are now
taking off.

Cuba Travel Services has started offering a weekly Tuesday charter
between John F. Kennedy International Airport and Havana. The flights
are operated by Sun County Airlines, and cost $849 round-trip. The price
includes airfare, Cuban medical insurance and U.S. departure taxes.

In January, the Obama administration announced it would be easing travel
restrictions.

Despite improving relations, tourism is still banned. Travelers must
still declare a purpose that fits into one of the 12 approved
categories, including family visits, government work and journalism. But
most visitors no longer need to apply for a special license and wait for
U.S. government approval.

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