Is there a convenient and risk-free way for an American to go to Cuba?

[plainsong]

I've surfed around and asked a few people but have yet to find a definitive answer. Is there even a definitive answer for the above question? Any input will be appreciated.

Thanks in advance.

ps

 

[mnj1233]

No

 

[ch0ppersrule]

mnj stole my answer LOL

NO

 

[plainsong]

Thanks guys!

Damn my Canadian friends for teasing me. I knew it was too good to be true when they said "Come with us to Cuba in Jan. It'll be on us". I bet they were snickering behind my back when I gave it serious thought.

 

[mnj1233]

Thanks guys!

Damn my Canadian friends for teasing me. I knew it was too good to be true when they said "Come with us to Cuba in Jan. It'll be on us". I bet they were snickering behind my back when I gave it serious thought.

You might be able to go thru Canada but dont get caught it might br expensive.

 

[plainsong]

You might be able to go thru Canada but dont get caught it might br expensive.

Thanks again. I won't chance it though because a month ago US Customs pulled me aside and gave me a hard time. I'm sure they red flagged me.

 

[Spratman]

What everyone else said...

However, many people do book through Canadian agencies and have a good ole time. I don't know that the Cubans hassle you as much as the FEDS will. I think it's a $10k fine and jail time.

 

[SStrecker]

The federal fine is $7500 per person per violation. The most likely evidence will be a Cuban stamp in your passport.

 

[MEL-DC Diver]

The federal fine is $7500 per person per violation. The most likely evidence will be a Cuban stamp in your passport.

Actually, the Cubans will very helpfully stamp a piece of paper you keep with you rather than stamping your passport, if you so ask.

 

[scubapolly]

I've surfed around and asked a few people but have yet to find a definitive answer. Is there even a definitive answer for the above question? Any input will be appreciated.

Thanks in advance.

ps

You can somehow get some relatives that live in Cuba. Then you can get a family visa to go visit. Easiest way... go to Miami and visit a Salsa club, you might be able to find a taker.

You could become a doctor.... then you could go their for humanitarian aid.

Become an ordained minister.

Find a conference in your field that is meeting in Cuba.

Or chance it, go to Canada, and pay the 10K fine if you get caught.