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Explore Salsa and Explore Latin Carib Ltd would like to thank you for booking this fantastic Salsa Holiday with us.

Departure Date From Gatwick to Havana : 12 November 2008

• Flight #: VS 063.
• Departeure Time From Gatwick Airport/South Terminal: 09:45.
• Departure Airport/Terminal:Gatwick Airport/South Terminal.
• Departure Day From Gatwick Airport/South Terminal: Wednesday, 12 November/2008.
• Arriving Time at Jose Marti International Airport of Havana/Terminal 3: 14:30.
• Arriving Day to Jose Marti International Airport of Havana/Terminal 3 : Wednesday, 12 November/2008.
• Arriving Airport/Termimal: Jose Marti International Airport of Havana/Terminal 3.

Departure Date From Havana to Gatwick : 26 November 2008

• Flight #: VS 064.
• Departeure Time From Jose Marti International Airport of Havana/Terminal 3: 17:00.
• Departure Airport/Terminal: Jose Marti International Airport of Havana/Terminal 3.
• Departure Day From Jose Marti International Airport of Havana/Terminal 3: Wednesday, 26 November/2008.
• Arriving Time to Gatwick Airport/South Terminal: 06:45 Next Day (27 November/2008).
• Arriving Day to Gatwick Airport/South Terminal: Thursday, 27 November/2008.
• Arriving Airport/Termimal: Gatwick Airport/South Terminal.

Baggage allowance Caribbean:

• Upper Class: 2 pieces of luggage per passenger, each weighing up to 32 kg.
• Premium Economy: 2 pieces of luggage per passenger, each weighing up to 23 kg.
• Economy: 2 pieces of luggage per passenger, each weighing up to 23 kg.

• Infants not entitled to a seat are entitled to one piece of checked baggage weighing no more than 10kg.

You can save yourself time at the airport and select your seats in advance by checking in online between 24 and three hours prior to departure. You can now also print your boarding card from home (available on selected routes only). It’s simple, all you need to do is visit www.virginatlantic.com/checkin and follow the simple instructions.

Then when you arrive at the airport, go straight to the Bag Drop counter to drop off your luggage at least 60 minutes prior to departure. You will need to show your travel documents including passport and e-ticket receipt/paper ticket at the Virgin Atlantic Bag Drop.

ECONOMY CLASS:

Virgin Atlantic provides the ultimate in Economy, with individual TV's, great food and enough to keep kids happy for hours.

Inflight Entertainment:

Virgin Atlantic have individual seatback TV's on every flight they operate to the Caribbean. Every TV has a minimum of 8 different channels, with a range of programmes on offer including sport, comedy, movies, drama and kids programmes. On many flights there are also Nintendo's, PC Games and Sky Maps. Each plane features at least eight of the latest movie releases, plus free ice cream during the movies.

Kiddies Corner:

Sometimes when flying with children it can be quite stressful, but not flying with Virgin Atlantic. There are an abundance of treats on offer, including Kiddies Backpacks, Kiddies Menu's (pre ordering required) and Kids TV Channels - V Kid (5 - 11yr olds) and VT (for teens) on most flights.

Meal Times!:

Food and drink on Virgin Atlantic is of the best quality. They have a choice of three main meals, including a vegetarian option and drinks are free throughout the flight.

Gifts and Duty Free:

On all Virgin Atlantic flights you get a complimentary amenity kit full of great things including postcards, eyeshades, earplugs, socks and lip balm.

PREMIUM ECONOMY CLASS:

In Premium Economy, you've got the space to be an individual. Dedicated check in, flexible tickets and pre-flight champagne. If you want a flight with just that little bit more, then Premium Economy puts you in a class of your own. Supplement to Fly Premium Economy from £475 per person.

Check In to a Premium Service:

There are few things more likely to cause anxiety than getting to check in to find a big queue. That's why Premium Economy has a queue busting dedicated check in, so with Virgin it's never a problem.

On Board Upgraded Facilities:

Once onboard, the separate Premium Economy cabin gives a real sense of space. And it's not just an impression. The seats are bigger and wider than economy seats, with headrests, legrests and a seat pitch of 38 inches, enabling you to really stretch your toes. Space isn't at a premium - it is in Premium.

Premium Inflight Entertainment:

If you are one of those people that likes to watch your favourite movies over and over again, you'll love Virgin Atlantic's latest inflight entertainment system. It offers the biggest choice of movies, with video on demand so you can pause, play, rewind or fast forward just like at home. If you prefer your entertainment printed, then there's a full range of newspapers available.

Inflight Fine Dining:

To start with a glass of preflight champagne, there's an excellent selection of complimentary drinks, soft and alcoholic - available throughout your flight. A tempting menu with a choice of three different meals and with a maximum of 38 passengers in Premium Economy your guaranteed prompt and attentive service.

UPPER CLASS:

Virgin Atlantic's Upper Class service is the only way to travel. From the moment a chauffeured car collects you from your home or office, to the second you arrive at your destination, Virgin Atlantic makes sure your journey is easy and enjoyable.

TRANSFER IN STYLE TO THE AIRPORT:

When taking Virgin Atlantic's Upper Class service, on both your outbound and return service, a complimentary chauffer driven car* will collect you from home or work, so you can sit back and relax all the way to the airport. Virgin Atlantic will also meet your flight at your destination and take you to your hotel. If time is of the essence you could opt for the limobike service or relax at Virgin Atlantic's expense on the Heathrow or Gatwick Express.

CHECK IN - IN STYLE:

If you arrive at Heathrow or Gatwick airport by chauffeur driven car (or limobike), your chauffeur will check you in from the car at Virgin Atlantic's unique Drive Thru Check In, so you can bypass the terminal and head straight for Virgin's Clubhouse. If you make your own way to the airport or arrive by train, rest assured Virgin Atlantic have got an efficient and friendly dedicated Upper Class Check In area. Express hand baggage check-in is also available at a number of airports, as are Fast Track passport and immigration channels.

RELAX IN STYLE BEFORE YOUR FLIGHT - DISCOVER THE CLUBHOUSE!:

Virgin Atlantic's Clubhouse offers you every comfort and entertainment facility that you could possibly want before setting off on your holiday. A full business centre, golf driving ranges, juke boxes, skiing machines and libraries and at London Heathrow and Gatwick, you can find the Virgin Touch Beauty Salons offering a tempting array of treatments. Clubhouse menus have been designed to compliment the onboard menu, for example, if you're flying over night you can choose to have your main meal in the Clubhouse, and maybe a light snack onboard so you can sleep as much as possible.

ONBOARD IN UPPER CLASS- SPACE, STYLE, ELEGANCE, FINE DINING:

When travelling Virgin Atlantic Upper Class you can forget about gloomy grey plastic and shiny 'walnut' veneer, they have rewritten the onboard rule book. With fresh modern colours, sumptuous fabrics and sleek styling, the Upper Class cabin offers a unique travelling environment. The mood is enhanced by an adjustable lighting system and a retractable chair with up to 6 feet of sleeping space to stretch out in. Exploring your seat's entertainment system is a pleasure in itself. Virgin Atlantic's 10.4" personal screens offer award winning programming featuring the latest movies, sports, comedy, drama, music and kids channels. An added enhancement is Virgin Atlantic's Sleeper Service - available on all night flights and includes full-size pillows, duvets and fleece blankets. They even give you a cosy sleep suit to change into, so your clothes won't get creased. If you want to stretch your legs and chat with fellow travellers, most of Virgin Atlantic's aircraft have an onboard bar, with a selection of fine wines and spirits. Virgin Atlantic's Freedom Menu offers no set meal times and no restricted options, therefore you have freedom to eat what you like, when you like!

Explore Salsa Holidays: (Salsa in Cuba- 14 nights for only £1495.00 per person, based on two People sharing)

Dates: From Nov 12 to Nov 27 2008 (14 Nights)

This Salsa Holiday includes:

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 Return Flights to Havana ( With Virgin Atlantic Airways ) from Gatwick airport direct to Havana. (in our experience the best airline to travel to Cuba with). Then transfers to the famous Ambos Mundos hotel for 4 days B&B in the heart of old Havana, giving us easy access to the many bars /clubs/restaurants and sight seeing opportunities.

We then transfer to our 5* all inclusive hotel the Barcelo Marina Palace set on the stunning beach of Varadero. We will spend seven days here enjoying the best Varadero has to offer. Finally we spend the last 3 days back in Havana at the Ambos Mundos.

This trip includes 20 hours of dance related classes with our resident teachers and bi-lingual tour hosts Lazaro and Paola Lopez (Cuban dance masters), We have arranged for all classes to take place in the function rooms of our hotels.

Pauline and Philip from Explore Salsa will be with you all the way to ensure a smooth and relaxing holiday break.

Holiday includes:

• Return Flights to Havana ( With Virgin Atlantic Airways )
• 20 hours of Dance classes ( With Lazaro and Paola Lopez )
• 7 nights B&B in Havana ( Hotel: Ambos Mundos )
• 7 nights 5* all inclusive in Varadero ( Hotel: Barcelo Marina Palace )
• Transfers ( Airport in/out, and Hotels transfers )
• Bi-lingual Tour hosts ( Lazaro and Paola Lopez )
• Visa ( Tourist Card to Cuba )

Optional extras:

• Optional extras such as: Clubs entrance, meals that are not included in the salsa package, transportations to venues, and any other service not described in the salsa package are to be pay locally, you can get advice from the Explore Salsa lider of the group for local information)

Location & Accommodations

The eclectic Ambos Mundos hotel was built in the late 1920's and it is an intimate and cozy place that stands out because of its history. In the early 1930's, the American writer, Ernest Hemingway, stayed in this hotel and, in the room 511, he wrote the first chapters of For whom the bell tolls since he found the hotel “ a good place to write”. Nowadays, the room the writer had, keeps some of his belongings and the Plaza de Armas restaurant serves his favorite dishes. Besides, the hotel has a wonderful rooftop bar-restaurant that has exquisite grilled food and the best of the views. The privileged location of the hotel, downtown, makes it an excellent place to admire the values of the old part of the city.

Property amenities & info

• 52 Rooms
  
• 3 Junior Suites
  
• 37 Standard twin
  
• 15 Matrimonial standard
  
• 29 Rooms with view
  
• 23 Rooms without view
  
• 6 Rooms with balcony
  
• 1 Rooms with terrace
  
• 12 Doubles that can become triples
  
• Air conditioner
  
• Extra beds
  
• 3 Day beds
  
• Cradles
  
• Direct phone line
  
• Satellite TV
  
• Cell phone
  
• Safe
  
• Minibar
  
• Iron board
  
• Private bathroom
  
• 43 With bathtub
  
• 9 With shower

• Hot and cold water
  
• Hair dryer
  
• Room service
  
• Laundry and ironing
  
• Shoe cleaning
  
• Minor seam
  
• Made or ready to sleep beds
  
• Bell boy / doorman
  
• 24 hours reception service
  
• Lobby bar
  
• Bar
  
• Restaurant
  
• Dinners and feasts
  
• Buffet breakfast
  
• Cyber cafe
  
• Elevator
  
• Baby sitter
  
• Shop
  
• Tour desk
  
• Cars rental
  
• Taxis
  
• Meeting rooms
  
• Art gallery
  
• Publications sales
  
• Luggage room

Location & Accommodations

The Barceló Marina Palace, an elegant five-star hotel, is a sun seeker’s paradise in northwestern Cuba. Situated in front of the Marina Gaviota in Varadero, the Barceló Marina Palace lies amid stunning white beaches bathed in the warm waters of the Gulf Stream. Offering an abundance of adventurous options, water sports enthusiasts can kayak, windsurf, or sail in the turquoise waters surrounding the hotel. After a day soaking up the sun, cool off in the tropical breezes as you watch a beautiful sunset while sipping a refreshing daiquiri.

Property amenities & info

• 24 hour room service
• Air conditioning
• Ceiling fan
• Hair dryer
• Handicapped accessibility
• Terrace or balcony
• Iron & Ironing Board
• Mini bar
• Ocean, beach, garden view
• Safety deposit box
• TV-SAT
• Private bath with shower
• Telephone
• Blow-dryer