CUBA: HAVANA & BEYOND
December 5 - 12, 2025
Doug Johnson Photography is again teaming up with the Cuba Travel Adventure Group to offer an all inclusive and an incredible opportunity for you to experience and photograph Cuba! Discover inspiring Havana and beyond, during this immersive photography workshop featuring authentic firsthand encounters with locals from all walks of life. Our DJP workshop will be joined by a local Cuban guide to provide you with an amazing educational and cultural experience.
Arriving in Havana we’ll spend a few days experiencing its historic plazas, famous El Malecón seawall, and colorful streets of Old Havana. Then our workshop will focus primarily beyond the city of Havana as we travel by private mini-bus to explore the fascinating smaller cities of Cienfuegos and Trinidad. From rural farms to Spanish colonial architecture to dazzling beaches, we’ll experience the many environments of Cuba. The warmth and friendliness of the Cuban people ensure that visitors feel welcome as we learn about the fascinating history, culture, art, and beauty of Cuba. The photographic possibilities are as endless as the memories we’ll make on this spectacular Caribbean adventure!
Overview
December 5-8, Havana / Dec 8-10, Cienfuegos / Dec 10-12, Trinidad
Each day and every moment, Cuba is full of wonderful surprises and great photo opportunities. With DJP’s assistance every step of the way, you’ll love capturing the vibrant history, amazing architecture and Cuban friendly street scenes. Periodic critiques will help enhance your compositions, so you bring home photos and stories to share this amazing country with the world!
Location Highlights
~ Havana: Old Havana, Vintage American Car tour, Plaza de la Cathedral, Parque Central, El Capitol, El Malecon, Castillo del Morro & Paseo del Prado
~ Cienfuegos: Hector Correa’s farm, colorful streets and architecture of Cienfuegos, Punta Gorda, Palacio del Valle & Tomas Terry Theater
~ Trinidad: Plaza Mayor, Casa de la Trova, La casa de la Musica, Valle de los Ingenios, Manaca-Iznaga Farm, & El Cubano Natural Park
REGISTRATION
This workshop is limited to 10 participants
Early Bird (EB) Tuition: $7995 by March 21, 2025 (represents a $200 discount!)
After March 21, 2025: $8195
Tuition rates are Double Occupancy; Single Supplement is an additional $750
Deposit: $2495 due with Registration (after the Early Bird deadline, the deposit will be $2695)
Balance: $5500 (Double Occupancy) due June 1, 2025
Balance: $6250 (includes Single Supplement) due June 1, 2025
TUITION INCLUDES: 5 Star hotel accommodations at each location, all transportation in Cuba during the workshop, friendly guides and drivers and tips for both, all of our amazing meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) at Cuba’s finest private restaurants and group entrance fees to amazing cultural sites!
NOT INCLUDED: Meal tips, alcohol, travel to and from Cuba.
*Please review our Cancellation Policy for this workshop
“When I signed up for the DJP photography workshop in Cuba, I was expecting to capture tons of colorful images, from people to street scenes to the vintage 50’s cars. It was all this and more; it exceeded my expectations. While it was a photography workshop with critiques and in-field instruction, it was also an immersion into the Cuban culture, history, architecture, food/drink, and art. There is nothing better for me than to truly see a country and try to capture the impressions it made on me while there, all while sharing a common love of photography with like-minded photographers.”
Workshop Details
LODGING
Lodging is included at Cuba’s finest 5 star hotels in all three locations we visit. The rooms are double occupancy. For participants that require a single supplement an additional expense of $750 per person is required. Additional hotel details will be provided as soon as possible.
MEALS
All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinners at some of Cuba’s finest private restaurants) are included with tuition. Participants will be responsible for meal tips, alcoholic drinks, and any additional meals or snacks.
TRAVEL
Participants are responsible for booking their own flight from Miami to Jose Marti International Airport (HAV) in Havana before the workshop start and from Abel Santamaria Airport (SNU) in Santa Clara to Miami after the workshop ends. CTAG will recommend a flight schedule so all participants arrive and depart the two airports at the same time.
Please note: Participants may need to allow for one additional night lodging in Miami before and after the workshop (two nights total). We recommend the Sheraton Miami Airport Hotel & Executive Meeting Center because of its close proximity to Miami International Airport (MIA)
Doug Johnson Photography is not responsible for cancellations due to medical or other emergencies or reimbursement of non-refundable airline tickets, hotel rooms in the event of a workshop cancellation. Given the unique travel times we are currently living in combined with the exciting destination of Cuba, DJP very strongly encourages participants to purchase of travel insurance.
EQUIPMENT & ATTIRE
We want your experience on a Doug Johnson Photography workshop to be extraordinary and recognize that preparation is one important key to success. Specific guidelines will be sent to participants, but a general list of recommendations can be downloaded via our Gear & Packing List.
ACTIVITY LEVEL
Moderate: Up to 2-5 miles, paved, cobblestone streets in Havana, Cienfuegos and Trinidad. Participants must be in good health with good mobility since our days will involve walking for extended periods of time. Please note that temperatures can be warm, so participants should be prepared for heat and sunshine. Elevation: ~ Sea level
CANCELLATION POLICY
Before registering, please review our Cancellation Policy for Cuba.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
We are always happy to talk with you about our workshops and what makes a good match for your goals. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Doug at 303-829-2215.
