Getting There Legally
There are 12 different “general licenses” you can get to clear the United States’ red tape and legally visit Cuba. The four most popular are:
1) People to People: This is the easiest and most popular way to travel there. They handle all of the paperwork, hire the private charter plane, get the guides, and organize lodging, transportation, and trips. This is good for those who can afford the price tag of $2,500-$3,000, but it limits your choices. Once you book your trip, you’re committed. When you arrive in Havana, they put you on a Cuban government–approved tour-go-round. I think you miss the real Cuba, its people, and its affordability.