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April 15, 2021

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As of 23:59 on April 14, today's infection status 959 newly infected people, 4747 currently positive people, 84114 people who recovered, 487 people who died, 89404 people who were infected

Even in April, the corona infection situation in Cuba does not improve at all.
Meanwhile, the president tweeted a week ago that "Havana must impose stricter regulations." Citizens are paying attention to the announcement of new regulations, but so far there has been no such movement and Havana remains the same. In Cuba, where private cars are not widespread, restrictions on public transportation will cause serious problems in people's lives, but I wonder if strict regulations are necessary to stop the spread of this infection. I think.

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Havana

April 1, 2021

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As of 23:59 on March 30 Today's infection status 1051 newly infected people, 4169 currently positive people, 70614 people who recovered, 424 people who died, 75263 people who were infected

Yesterday, the number of newly infected people exceeded 1000 today, and today the number of newly infected people per day has reached the highest value since the first person infected with the new coronavirus in Japan last year.・ ・ It seemed that it had settled down little by little in March, but it's a shame.
On the other hand, the inoculation of two vaccines in the final clinical trial stage is proceeding smoothly in Havana and the three states in the east, and Havana is aiming for 1 million people (nearly half of all Havana residents) by the end of May.

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Havana

March 19, 2021

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As of 23:59 on March 17, today's infection status 689 newly infected people, 3596 people who are currently positive, 60378 people who have recovered, 384 people who have died, 64414 people who have been infected.

From March 14th, Cuba has been in daylight saving time. From the name, it seems that it is only during the summer, but in reality it is about 8 months of daylight saving time until the beginning of November. This week, the weather is like "summer", and the sun is shining all at once, and even in Havana, the maximum daytime temperature exceeds 30 degrees Celsius.
The shining sun, the blue sky and the sea, Cuba as you imagined, I want you to experience it as soon as possible!

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March 11, 2021

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As of 23:59 on March 10 Today's infection status 772 newly infected people, 4516 currently positive people, 53450 people who recovered, 357 people who died, 58379 people who were infected

It will be one year since the first coronavirus-infected person was confirmed in Cuba on March 11th tomorrow. Who would have imagined that a year later he was still at the mercy of Corona! After that, the border closed on March 24, the school was closed, and various infection prevention measures taken depending on the situation were successful, and in July there was a day when the number of newly infected people recorded zero, so it remains as it is. The number of infected people increased again from the latter half of August, thinking that it would be settled. After the second peak of infection from September to October, when the airport in Havana was reopened on November 15 and the border closure was lifted, the number of infected people increased in the meantime, regardless of whether it was due to the introduction of infection from overseas. .. Since January, the number of newly infected people has exceeded 1000 on several days, and there are still no signs of a decrease.
Meanwhile, we received news that the Cuban domestic vaccine has advanced to the final clinical trial stage and trial inoculation in Havana has begun. The first Latin American vaccine approval has received a lot of attention from neighboring countries!

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Havana

March 4, 2021

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As of 23:59 on March 3, today's infection status 914 new infections, 4486 positives, 47626 recoverers, 333 deaths, 52501 infected

It's March. Perhaps the "Winter in Cuba" is about to end, the daytime temperature has risen to about 30 degrees Celsius and the sunshine has become stronger over the past few days. The sky is forever blue and the sea is calm.
The good thing about the influence of the corona is that the progress of environmental pollution has slowed down because of the restricted movement of people. The city of Havana is also very beautiful with less garbage on the roadside! This is what I want this to always be, regardless of Corona.

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Feb. 26, 2021

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As of 23:59 on February 24 Today's infection status 670 newly infected people, 4389 currently positive people, 42809 people who recovered, 312 people who died, 47566 people who were infected

It seems that the number of people infected with the new corona virus in Cuba is gradually decreasing. However, of course, you must be careful, and you must take preventive measures.
By the way, the procedure and precautions for foreigners to undergo a PCR test at the time of departure.
1. If you are staying at a hotel, check with your resident medical staff, otherwise check with your local clinic (Polyclinic) for an institution that can perform PCR tests.
2. Schedule an inspection. If you need an English certificate, be sure to let us know in advance.
3. Pay the inspection fee 30 USD in advance.
Payment is by credit card (Visa, Masters) only. Cash payment is not possible.
This credit card payment is a bit tricky. Card payments are not yet widespread in Cuba, and card-enabled machines may be out of order or the card may not be available due to lack of network. In that case, this time we will inform you of the payment by e-mail, ask you to send a link for payment, and take measures to make a card payment from the designated site.
It seems that cash will not be received stubbornly, so please prepare a card that can be used in Cuba!

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Havana

Feb. 17, 2021

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As of 23:59 on February 16 Today's infection status 937 newly infected people, 4895 currently positive people, 34716 people who recovered, 274 people who died, 39941 people who were infected

Although it was the second half of February, the situation of corona infection in Cuba has not improved ... No new regulatory measures have been imposed since February 6, but the number of Havana citizens has not decreased. Perhaps they have become aware of taking preventive measures as much as possible, and recently, the intervals between "processions" have been tight, and the number of passengers on the bus seems to be severely restricted.
It's been almost a year since the first person infected with the new coronavirus was confirmed in Cuba, but in the future, I'm tired of corona, and I'd like to be more aware of how each person will become aware of it and coexist with it without getting used to it. It may have to be done.

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Feb. 11, 2021

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As of 23:59 on February 9, today's infection status 850 newly infected people, 4943 currently positive people, 29674 recovered people, 249 dead people, 34922 infected people

From February 6th, quarantine measures will be taken at designated facilities for all immigrants. Foreign travelers cannot move from the airport to a hotel designated as an isolation facility in each city, wait, and go out until the PCR test conducted on the 5th day is negative. Presentation of a negative PCR test certificate performed within 72 hours before arrival in Cuba at the airport, the first PCR test will continue.
Also, in Havana, shopping outside the residential area is prohibited except for some stores in order to restrict the movement of citizens from today. Unfortunately, the situation doesn't improve ...
By the way, vaccination has not started yet in Cuba, but two kinds of domestic vaccines are in the final clinical trial stage. It seems difficult to start vaccination in February, but it is said that vaccination can be started in March, so let's expect it.

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Havana

Feb. 2, 2021

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As of 23:59 on February 1st Today's infection status 906 newly infected people (16 of whom are foreign travelers including Cubans), 5469 currently positive, 21856 recoverers, 216 fatalities 27592 people infected

It's February.
Unfortunately, the number of infected people increased sharply throughout the month in January, and the number of newly infected people per day finally exceeded 1000 the day before yesterday, reaching more than 400 in Havana alone. Serious numbers. The government has announced measures to further reduce international flights and isolate facilities for immigrants, including foreigners. If you are a foreigner, you will be staying at the designated hotel and you will be responsible for the cost.
By the way, speaking of February, the "International Trade Fair for Books" starts lively every year in Havana, but it was announced that it will be canceled early this year. It is unavoidable to cancel because it is an event where all the citizens of Havana will participate in the two weeks being held at the World Heritage Site of La Cabaña, so it is unavoidable. It's a shame because everyone is looking forward to it.

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Jan. 26, 2021

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As of 23:59 on January 24 Today's infection status 567 newly infected people (25 of whom are foreign travelers including Cubans), 4557 currently positive, 17034 recoverers, 197 fatalities Name, total number of infected people 21828

From January 10th, it is mandatory to show a negative proof of PCR test when entering Cuba. There are more and more places in the world taking similar measures as border measures against coronavirus, so I think that the situation of PCR testing at the destination is worrisome.
In Cuba, PCR tests are carried out free of charge for all immigrants at the time of entry, but if necessary at the time of departure, it is possible to have them tested at the nearest hospital, clinic or laboratory and prepare a certificate. I can do it. If you are staying at a hotel, it is a good idea to consult with a medical staff stationed there. The cost is 30 USD. (These measures are subject to change, so please check when traveling). If you need an English certificate, be sure to ask the inspection site.
* The photo shows only the PCR negative certificate issued in Cuba and the test date, so please add the time if necessary.

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Havana

Jan. 16, 2021

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As of 23:59 on January 14, today's infection status 547 newly infected people (32 of whom are foreign travelers including Cubans), 3960 currently positive, 12942 recoverers, 162 dead 17096 people infected

The spread of new corona infections has not stopped, and the government has announced that eight states, including Havana, will be retreated from the convalescent period to the epidemic period. As a result, measures such as closing bars, nightclubs, discos, theaters, closing schools and closing public facilities, and stopping public transportation at night will be taken to strengthen infection prevention measures.
There are no restrictions on tourism as long as you comply with the regulations set by PCR inspection at the time of entry, self-isolation period, mask wearing obligation, etc., but most of the facilities such as museums will be closed, basically the state Unfortunately, it is unlikely that we will be able to do regular sightseeing for a while because we cannot move beyond that ...

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Havana

Jan. 9, 2021

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As of 23:59 on January 7, today's infection status 344 newly infected people (69 of whom are foreign travelers including Cubans), 2118 positive people, 11531 recoverers, 148 fatalities Total number of infected people, 13823

The other day, the Havana Club Rum Museum in the Old Town has reopened. The building had been renovated before the spread of corona infection, but this time it has also been completed and reopened.
Rum made from sugar cane is famous as a Cuban specialty, but Havana Club is a leading brand sold all over the world. The Havana Club-produced rum museum, with its small but elaborate models and physical exhibits, is also worth seeing.
At the end of the tour, Havana Club 7 years tasting included!
Please see the blog below for details.
https://onlyone.travel/…

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