- by foxnews
- 13 Jun 2025
Cuba’s tourism sector continues to struggle in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic and the tightening of the U.S. sanctions, significantly affecting the island’s economy.
Despite some signs of recovery in 2023, with increased visitors from countries like Canada and Russia, the overall numbers remain far below pre-pandemic levels.
The Cuban government has been heavily reliant on tourism as a vital source of foreign currency.
These sanctions continue to limit access to the U.S. market, one of the most significant potential sources of tourism revenue for the island.
Travelers can pack solid foods like pizza, cake and chocolate in carry-on or checked luggage as TSA outlines rules for liquids, live lobsters, and fresh produce from Hawaii and territories.
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