XXVI Festival Del Habano - Feb 23rd to 27th (H. Upmann, Trinidad, Cohiba 60th)

[LaoFan]

It might be the last one. Based on most recent updates it might not even make it for this one. Hopefully things are calm. Despite the obvious uncertainty and rough situation, Cuba is beautiful, Cubans are beautiful, and I can't wait to see all my friends. This time I'm even headed with tickets in hand.

Who else is making the pilgrimage?

[Salomones]

Looks like the new Magnum 48 will be shown on the first day. 

[riderpride]

I won't be there, but good luck brother. I hope you have a great time!

Cheers

[Chibearsv]

I know you’ll post photos. Looking forward to attending vicariously through you. Have fun!

[ATGroom]

If it's possible to be there, I'll be there.

For me the big question mark will be whether they can reliably refuel the planes. If the reports are accurate then it seems likely that a lot of flights may be cancelled in the coming weeks.

[gormag38]

I hope it all works out well for you brother! I'd love to see your photos and attend vicariously through you (and others) there. 

[gojira]

They should hand out a Salomon No.2 at the festival. I'm curious which marca it will be. They have recently been rolled at La Corona, a very nice and rare vitola, my money is on Cuaba since it's the 30th anniversary but the ones we sampled didn't taste much like Cuaba.

[SUP8333]

Just enjoy it. Imagine if the blockade actually happens on the week where there are the MOST tourists on the island. The worse that can happen is having no food and an unlimited supply of cigars.

[JohnnyO]

On 2/1/2026 at 12:55 PM, ATGroom said:

If it's possible to be there, I'll be there.

For me the big question mark will be whether they can reliably refuel the planes. If the reports are accurate then it seems likely that a lot of flights may be cancelled in the coming weeks.

Plan B:

Due to US rules, planes coming in from the US cannot refuel in Cuba. So they have enough fuel to come back. You get stuck you can get a one way to Miami (AA) (Delta), Tampa (SW) or Houston (United). You get really stuck I'll get you on. I have all the contacts in T2 and T3. John

[ATGroom]

3 hours ago, JohnnyO said:

Plan B:

Due to US rules, planes coming in from the US cannot refuel in Cuba. So they have enough fuel to come back. You get stuck you can get a one way to Miami (AA) (Delta), Tampa (SW) or Houston (United). You get really stuck I'll get you on. I have all the contacts in T2 and T3. John

It's a nice idea, but may be more complicated for those of us who are ineligible for US ETSAs due to visiting state sponsors of terrorism.

Anyway, the main concern at the moment is getting there. Once that is achieved we can look at how to get out.🤣

[JohnnyO]

3 hours ago, ATGroom said:

It's a nice idea, but may be more complicated for those of us who are ineligible for US ETSAs due to visiting a state sponsors of terrorism.

Anyway, the main concern at the moment is getting there. Once that is achieved we can look at how to get out.🤣

On 2/1/2026 at 12:55 PM, ATGroom said:

If it's possible to be there, I'll be there.

For me the big question mark will be whether they can reliably refuel the planes. If the reports are accurate then it seems likely that a lot of flights may be cancelled in the coming weeks.

Plan B:

Due to US rules, planes coming in from the US cannot refuel in Cuba. So they have enough fuel to come back. You get stuck you can get a one way to Miami (AA) (Delta), Tampa (SW) or Houston (United). You get really stuck I'll get you on. I have all the contacts in T2 and T3. John

I envision you getting off the plane in Miami, jumping a fence, Bruce Willis or Mel Gibson are taking shots at you. Pres is waiting with a private plane and off to OZ you are. John

[El Presidente]

3 hours ago, JohnnyO said:

I envision you getting off the plane in Miami, jumping a fence, Bruce Willis or Mel Gibson are taking shots at you. Pres is waiting with a private plane and off to OZ you are. John

I can't wait for them to do an AI search when Alex is forced to go through Miami on the way home. 

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