String Week

For musicians ages 13-16 with a guardian and 17+ solo travelers

• Rehearse and perform chamber music with students from across the US and Cuba

• Visit schools for the performing arts and learn about life for musicians in Cuba

• Receive 4 hours of service learning by packing/delivering humanitarian supplies

• Learn outside your comfort zone and get to know the Cuban culture

-Airfare (with logistical assistance from CAYO) and passport expenses. Group airfare available for supplemental fee.

-Meals while en route to and from Cuba

-Spending money for souvenirs or personal purchases including alcohol (adults)

-Tips for local guides

-Vaccinations and medications needed for travel

-Any transportation, lodging, or meals outside of the group

-Mini-bar expenses in individual rooms

-Donation of supplies, musical equipment or humanitarian items (up to $250)

Student/parent pricing at $2500 each includes:

-Cuban tourist visa, required for entry

-Room/en-suite bathroom in private casa

-Classes and workshops with US and Cuba teaching artists

-Visits to schools for the performing arts

-Cultural activities and excursions

-Private lesson with teaching artist

-Ground transportation, including airport pick-up and drop-off

-All meals

-Opening reception and supply distribution party

-6 hours community service

-Final presentation and party

-CAYO t-shirt

Expect a Zoom call with CAYO leadership in advance of your trip, where you will receive a detailed itinerary and pre-travel information specific to Cuba. You will also receive a student handbook.

CAYO works directly with owners of independent houses for rent (casas particulares) in the safe and quiet neighborhoods of Vedado and Miramar. These comfortable, well-appointed homes offer daily breakfast, air-conditioned bedrooms, and a staff on site for any traveler needs.

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