Wo r l d Guest. October 13 to 19, FOR MORE INFORMATION: Please contact Tony Ransola

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1 Art & Design in Havana Today PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS Our 7 Day/6 Night program offers an optional overnight in Miami at the Marriott Courtyard Hotel and the 5-Star Hotel Parque Central in Havana, located within the Old Quarter, within walking distance to all of the important historical sites. Travel in our private air conditioned coach with your English-speaking Cuban guide. Program features talks by Englishspeaking Cuban experts on a Survey of Cuban Design; Havana s Colonial Heritage and Restoration efforts; and Contemporary Art in Cuba. Informative walks through Old Havana, to step back in time to Colonial Havana. Visit artist studios and private homes in Havana to experience contemporary design and arts. Hemingway Estate Visit museums of design including the Museum of Decorative Arts, a once private residence, and Casa Vedado a turn of the century home dating to the early 20th century filled with antiques and art typical of the professional class in Havana during that era. Enjoy meals at private homes, paladars, at various locations throughout Havana. Special Events: visit a private mid-century home designed by Cuban architect Mario Romañach, the campus of Havana s famous Institute of Superior Art (ISA) and private artist cooperatives. Visit the Hemingway Estate outside Havana. Our program includes full health insurance issued by the Cuban agency Asistur. ITINERARY Day 1: Tuesday MIAMI Independent travel to Miami. Overnight at the Courtyard Miami Airport Hotel. Independent dinner. Overnight at the Marriott Courtyard Airport Hotel. Day 2: Wednesday MIAMI TO HAVANA Our representatives will meet you and travel to the airport for check-in and your flight to Havana. All travel documents, visas and flight tickets, will be distributed at the airport check-in. Flight to Havana. Arrive in Havana, meet your English-speaking Cuban guide. Enjoy an orientation coach tour en route to the Hotel Parque Central in Old Havana. Arriving at the hotel join us for an orientation lunch as your luggage is brought to your room. Afternoon coach tour of Havana. Our first seminar is a survey of Cuban Design by an English-speaking Cuban expert. Welcome cocktails at an artist studio followed by dinner at a private home. Overnight at the Hotel Parque Central. Meals L D Day 3: Thursday HAVANA Enjoy a talk on the Restoration and Development of Old Havana. Following the talk join our guide on a walking tour through Old Havana highlighting Calle Obispo, the Model of the City, the Ceramic Museum and the bookstalls at Plaza de Armas (a special guide pamphlet will be distributed). We begin at the Plaza de Armas and the Palacio de los Capitanes Generales to the other plazas that comprise this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Following the walking tour we have a horse and carriage tour of the district with lunch at a restaurant in the Old Quarter. Balance of the afternoon at leisure, independent dinner to try many of Havana s fine new restaurants. Overnight at the Hotel Parque Central. Meals B L Day 4: Friday HAVANA Visit the rolling campus of Havana s Superior Arts Institute, ISA, to meet the young artists in their studios. The morning is free for more artist studio visits including studios located in architecturally important structures. Visit a local charity to deliver humanitarian supplies. Independent lunch at the Hotel Nacional de Cuba and a visit to the wonderful Hotel Rivera an example of mid-century design built by the American Mob in 1957, continuing on to the Colon Cemetery, an outdoor sculpture park. For dinner we travel in vintage American cars from the 1950 s to one of Havana s best known restaurants El Aljibe, (specializing in a Cuban Creole menu). Overnight at the Hotel Parque Central. Meals B D FOR MORE INFORMATION: Please contact Tony Ransola info@worldguest.com October 13 to 19, 2015 Day 5: Saturday HAVANA Visit the Museum of Decorative Arts, Casa Vedado and a mid-century private home and studio. A private cooking demonstration of Cuban Cuisine, lunch will follow. Visit the Hemingway Estate outside Havana. Returning to our hotel stop at a Santería shrine in a Catholic Church to see the real Cuba. Afternoon at leisure. Independent dinner. Overnight at the Hotel Parque Central. Meals B L Day 6: Sunday HAVANA Join a talk on Cuban Contemporary Art by an acknowledged expert. Visit the Museum of Fine Arts. For lunch travel outside Havana to the home and studio of José Fuster, a well known artist of ceramics, watercolors and oil paintings. A seafood lunch is served family-style. The afternoon is free for the craft markets. Our Farewell Dinner is at one of Old Havana s best restaurants. Overnight at the Hotel Parque Central. Meals B L D Day 7: Monday HAVANA TO MIAMI After breakfast we depart for the airport and the return flight to Miami. Meals B Artist studio at the Superior Art School Program is operated by WorldGUEST and is licensed to travel to Cuba. PROGRAM DATES & RATES Program dates are October 13 to 19, (7 Days/6 Nights). The rate in Double Occupancy is $3,100pp, for Single Occupancy please add $ Single Occupancy is Limited. Program includes the hotels in Miami and Havana; airport transfers; flights between Miami and Havana; private air-conditioned coach and local guide throughout; meals as indicated; all gratuities and the complete program and seminars as described. Flights to/ from Miami are not included. Cuban Travel Card (Visa), Cuban medical insurance and Departure Tax are included. Please refer to our Reservation & Guest Information Form for more details. Wo r l d Guest CULTURE+ TRAVEL

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10 How to Register to Join this Program Travel to Cuba is regulated by the U.S. government. We will be traveling with an authorization license by the Office of Foreign Assents Control (OFAC). Each traveler will receive a copy of the license and a letter authorizing travel under our license. To join this program each traveler will need to follow the following steps: Complete and sign the Traveler Registration and Information Form. Make a copy of your Passport Photograph Page. Complete the HIGHLIGHTED sections on the Travel Affidavits. A $500 deposit is required by each traveler. Please make deposit to WorldGuest Escrow Account. Please return all items listed above to: WorldGUEST 5959 La Gorce Drive Miami Beach, FL 33140

11 Reservation & Traveler Information Form People to People Program to Cuba: October 13 to 19, 2015 Liability and Responsibility: Please read the following conditions carefully. Making a reservation or acceptance of tickets and documents shall be deemed to be consent to the conditions outlined below. WorldGuest, Inc. (WG) is the program operator and acts solely as an agent for the traveler and assists organizing the program. The expressed mission of this People to People program is to interact with the Cuban people. As such, there is no responsibility whatsoever in whole or part for any occurrences including but not limited to any delay, loss, accident, personal injury, illness, or death, medical expenses, or property damage occasioned by fault or negligence of any person, employee, or company entrusted with the performance of such services from whatever cause. I understand that all travel contains some risks that may be caused by forces of nature, or negligence, or actions of others. I agree on my behalf, my dependents, heirs, and administrators to release and hold harmless WG and any of its officers, employees, agents, or representatives from any and all liability, expense, or inconvenience caused by late arrivals, departures, or any changes of schedule beyond our control, or the loss of, or damage to your luggage, money, jewelry, valuables, or other belongings whatsoever, whosoever, or howsoever caused. If for any reason beyond reasonable control, such as Force Majeure or governmental actions, WG shall have the right to cancel the program and refund all monies to the traveler. Such refund shall be the sole measure of damages. The right is reserved to make any changes to the program that might become necessary based on changing schedules with or without notice. WG reserves the right to accept or decline any person as a member of the program at any time for behavior that is deemed to be disruptive to the group or program or if it is deemed that the traveler is not complying with the structured program as authorized by our license issued by the Office of Foreign Assets Control. Any claim or dispute by a traveler with WG arising out of or relating to this contract or services pursuant to this contract shall be settled by binding arbitration in accordance with the rules then in effect adapted by the American Arbitration Association, which arbitration shall take place in the State of Florida. A request for arbitration must be filed within one month of the scheduled program start date. Please return this form with a copy of your passport signature page AND the attached travel affidavits (fill in the highlighted areas) to: WorldGuest 5959 La Gorce Drive Miami Beach FL Program: For full program details please refer to our program itinerary. Program includes one night in Miami prior to our departure. Flights between Miami and Havana. Meals as indicated, all accommodations, transportation within Cuba, Cuban Travel Card, Medical Insurance and Departure Tax are included. Flights to/from Miami are not included in the program. Program Rate & Payments: The per person rate In Double Occupancy is: $ 3, The rate in Single Occupancy is: $ 3, Single availability is limited. We can not guarantee locating a roommate. If you register as a share/double please understand that you will be invoiced as a single traveler if you can not identify a room share. To register please return this form, a copy of your passport signature page, the accompanying affidavits and a deposit of $ payable to and sent to: WorldGuest Travel Services Inc. Escrow Account 5959 La Gorce Drive Miami Beach, FL Please make all final payments to: WorldGuest Travel Services Inc. Escrow Account 5959 La Gorce Drive Miami Beach, FL Final payments are due August 15, Cancellation Policy: Cancellation requests must be received in writing. Cancellations for any reason will be subject to a $200 per person fee. Cancellation from days before the program date will result in a forfeiture of 25%; from days 50%; cancellation at or within 30 days of program date will result in forfeiture of the entire cost of the program. Special Conditions: This program will operate based on the Specific License granted by the Office of Foreign Assets Control, Department of Treasury. This is a structured program. Delegation members are required to attend each event as detailed. Failure to comply with the structured program will be reported to U.S. officials. We caution that Cuba is a very special destination, we urge each traveler to respect the laws and customs of this nation as the U. S. government does not maintain diplomatic relations with Cuba. WG will assume no responsibility and will not be held liable due to inappropriate actions or activities of the traveler while in Cuba. Travelers born in Cuba are required to secure a Cuban Visa before traveling. Please contact us at info@worldguest.com for assistance. Signature and Acknowledgment - Must be signed by each traveler. I have read, understand and agree with the terms, liability, responsibility as stated above. I acknowledge that I have been advised to purchase travel insurance. Furthermore, I state that I am traveling to Cuba on a People to People delegation and I agree to comply with the requirements of the Specific License for travel to Cuba. Traveler s Signature: X Date: Print Traveler's Name: Home Address: Please Print Your Address: Name as it appears on your Passport: Home Telephone: Mobile Telephone: Street City State Zip Your Name for the Name Badge: Please Attach a Copy of your Passport Photograph Page. Circle One: Single Double Share Room With: Passport Number: Passport MUST be Valid while Traveling. Expiration Date: Date of Birth: Place of Birth: Nationality: Mother s Maiden Name: Occupation: IMPORTANT I request a room with ONE BED. I request a room with TWO BEDS. Emergency Contact Name: Address: Telephone: Info/Res Form CU (Art&DesignGroup) This People to People program is licensed to travel to Cuba by the U.S. government to interact with the Cuban people. The program is limited to travelers willing to engage in the exchange program. Portions of the time in Cuba will be devoted to People to People activities. All travelers will receive a copy of the license and a letter authorizing travel under the Specific License issued by the U.S. government.

12 RESERVATION FORM ABC Charters, Inc. (ABC needs ORIGINAL of this form prior to departure date) PLEASE USE ONE SHEET PER PASSENGER A Outbound FLT: Date: Ticket No: Destination: Return FLT: Date: Agency / Organization: Contact Information: US Passport or US Alien Registration Information: Last Name: First Name: Document No: Expiration Date: Document Type: US Address: City: State: Zip: Other Country Passport Information: Last Name: First Name: Document No: Expiration Date: Country: Cuba Address: Municipality: Province: Date of Birth: Citizenship: Country of Residence: Gender: By signing this Form, I hereby certify that I am authorized to travel under the general license section CFR 515. Or under specific license number PUBLIC CHARTER OPERATOR PARTICIPANT CONTRACT THIS AGREEMENT SETS FORTH THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS UNDER WHICH WE, ABC CHARTERS INC SW 87 AVE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33174, in return for payment of the amount indicated as the total charter price, agree to provide you this charter flight. RESPONSIBILITY: We, as the principal, are responsible to you for arranging the charter flight, provided however, that in the absence of negligence on our part, we are not responsible for personal injury or property damage caused by the air carrier or other suppliers of any of the services offered in connection with the charter RESERVATIONS AND PAYMENT: Attached to this Agreement is your Reservation Form. We will confirm the reservation within 7 days after receiving the Reservation Form. If the charter flight is fully booked, we will advise you of alternate travel dates. The ticket will be issued only after the reservation is confirmed, and you must pay the full charter price when the ticket is issued. All checks, money orders, and credit card drafts must be made payable to your travel agent, who in turn must remit payment to ABC CHARTERS, INC. CHARTER PRICE: The charter price of represents your cost for a charter flight that departs from to, Cuba on and returns from, Cuba to on. US Airport taxes are included in the charter price. AIRCRAFT: This flight will be performed by, operating a aircraft with passenger seats. This air carrier reserves the right to substitute equivalent aircraft, if necessary. BAGGAGE: The air carrier allows each passenger to bring on the flight 44 pounds of baggage. Excess baggage fees for total weight of all bags after the 44lb is MIA-HAV $2 per pound. Check baggage fee of $20 per bag. We guarantee 2 check-in bags per person of a max weight of 70lbs per bag. For INTERNATIONAL flights, the air carrier's liability for lost or damaged bags is limited to the actual value of the baggage but not more than the amounts set forth in the Montreal Convention. Specifically, the air carrier s liability is limited to $1,131 SDR per passenger regardless of the number of checked bags. If, however, you declare a higher value for baggage and pay an additional charge in advance, the air carrier s liability will be higher. You must submit your claim for lost or damaged baggage to the air carrier or to us within 3 days of the charter flight. Your claim must include a copy of the Baggage Check. SECURITY AGREEMENT: Your payment is protected by two financial security agreements that we have obtained from (1) Intercontinental Bank of Miami, 5722 SW 8 St. Miami, FL and (2) Level One Bank Hamilton Court Farmington Hill, MI Unless you file a claim with us, or, if we are not available, with the Securer within 60 days after the completion of the charter, the Securer will be released from all liability to you under the security CANCELLATION AND REFUND: You have no right to any refund if you travel on the charter flight and are denied entry by the Cuban Authorities. If you cancel your reservation or if you fail to travel on the charter flight, your right to receive a refund is limited. If we resell your seat you will receive a full refund, less $25 administrative fee, Otherwise as set forth below: If your notice is received: More than 30 days before departure: Less than 30 days before departure For any December Flights You will receive Full refund No Refund ONLY ASSOCIATED TAXES No Refund ONLY ASSOCIATED TAXES All requests for refunds must be sent to us in writing or by facsimile. Refunds will be made within 14 days of receipt of your notice of cancellation. We have no right to cancel the charter less than 10 days before departure except in circumstances that make it physically impossible to perform the charter trip. If this occurs, we will notify you as soon as possible but no later than the scheduled departure date. If the charter is cancelled, we will make a full refund to you within 14 days after cancellation. The rights and remedies made available under this contract are in addition to any other rights or remedies available under applicable law. However, we offer refunds under this contract with the express understanding that the receipt of the refund by you waives any additional remedies. INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS: The operation of the charter flight is subject to the Cuban government granting landing rights. If the air carrier cannot obtain landing rights, the flight will be cancelled, and a full refund will be made to you automatically. I have read and agree to the terms and conditions of the Operator-Participant Contract. I have signed up for the flight specified above and on the Reservation Form Signature of Applicant: Date: Tel#:

13 TRAVEL AFFIDAVIT I understand that, under current United States travel restrictions with respect to Cuba, travel-related transactions are prohibited except for the following categories and that by signing my name at the bottom of this Affidavit, I am declaring that I fall under the category I have checked below. Family Visit (A4-561): I am traveling to visit a close relative in Cuba, who is (i) a Cuban national, (ii) Resident in Cuba, (iii) Person authorized to be located in Cuba for extended time period of time, which complies with the regulations identified in Government Official (A1-562): I am a U.S. or foreign government official or a representative of an international organization of which the United States is a member, and I am traveling on official business, which complies with the regulations identified in Journalist (A2-563): I am regularly employed as a journalist by a news reporting organization, or I am regularly employed as supporting broadcast / technical person, or freelance journalist or technical person supporting freelance; traveling to Cuba to engage in journalistic activities, which complies with the regulations identified in Full-time Professional-Research or Professional Meetings (A5-564) I am a full-time professional whose travel transactions are directly related to non-commercial, academic research in my full-time professional area, which complies with the regulations identified in , or Attending a professional meeting or conference in Cuba. The purpose of the meeting or conference is not to promote tourism., which complies with the regulations identified in Educational Activities (A11/A12-565): I am a faculty member, staff person, or student of an accredited U.S. graduate and undergraduate degree-participating in a structured education program of a course offered for credit; or academic research for obtaining undergraduate or graduate degree; or participating in formal course in Cuba; or teaching at Cuban academic institution; or sponsor/co-sponsor of noncommercial academic seminars/conference/workshops; or preparation of any of the activities listed, which complies with the regulations identified in (a) People to People exchange which is sponsored by an organization that sponsors such exchanges, and accompanied by a full-time employee or consultant from the sponsoring organization, which complies with the regulations identified in (b) Religious Organization (A10-566): I am a member or staff of a U.S. religious organization, and my travel is for participation in a full-time program of religious activities in Cuba which complies with the regulations identified in Public performances, clinics workshops, athletic and other competitions and exhibitions (A14-567): I am a participant or staff of a U.S. organization, and my travel is for participation in a full-time program of Public performance; or Athletic competition; or clinics/workshops, or other competitions and exhibits that meet the regulations identified in Support for the Cuban People (A15-574): I traveling to Cuba to perform activities with recognized human rights organizations; or independent organizations which promote a peaceful transition to democracy ; or to perform activities which strengthen civil society in Cuba,, which complies with the regulations identified in Humanitarian Projects (A16-575) I am traveling to Cuba for a humanitarian reasons for medical/health related projects; construction projects; environmental projects, educational training,, which complies with the regulations identified in Private foundations or Research/Education Institutes (A17-576): I am traveling to Cuba with a US foundation/institution established interest is international relations to collect information for non-commercial use, which complies with the regulations identified in Exportation, importation, or transmission of informational materials (A18-578): I am traveling in conjunction with exportation/importation activities, which complies with the regulations identified in Exportation transactions authorized under US Commerce Department (A19-578): I am traveling to Cub in conjunction to authorized exportation transactions authorized by the US Commerce Department, which complies with the regulations identified in Name: Date of Birth: Tel: Home Address: City/State/Zip: I certify that the above information is true and correct. Date Affidavit and Documents Reviewed/Screened by Travel Service Provider (TSP):