Category Archives: Latest Updates
Puerto Rico Q & A: Friday October 20, 2017
October 20, 2017We have received many questions over the past few weeks and we thought it would be helpful to address those most frequently asked. Where exactly on the island is the hotel (hotels) where we will be staying? Fajardo: Fajardo Inn (northeast) – OPEN now! https://www.fajardoinn.com Ponce: Hotel Melia (south central) – OPEN now! https://meliacenturyhotel.com La Parguera:…
Update on Puerto Rico and Cuba: October 19, 2017
October 19, 2017The last month has been a challenging one. On September 20th, Puerto Rico was hit by a strong category 4 hurricane. Then, on September 29, the US State Department issued a statement warning US citizens not to travel to Cuba. Below is an update on Vamonos’ response to these challenges and our plans moving forward….
Q & A about Upcoming Trip and Deposits
September 29, 2017Our hurricane updates and this Q & A are meant to provide travelers and schools an accurate depiction of the conditions in our Caribbean destinations and Vamonos’ relief efforts. These statements do not come out of a desire for continued business. Vamonos stands with integrity always making sure the safety of our travelers remains our…
New U.S. Travel Warning for Cuba
On September 29 the U.S. Department of State issued a statement warning U.S. citizens not to travel to Cuba until further notice. Even though travel to Cuba is not illegal under the proper authorized categories of travel, the US ordered the withdrawal of most non emergency U.S. government employees and their families for their safety….
Local Perspective on Hurricane María and Puerto Rico
September 28, 2017Picture of Villa Parguera above taken by Wendi a week after hurricane María on Sept. 26, 2017. by Bernardo, our Operations Manager Hurricane María hit us hard last week and damaged much of our vegetation. Outside of palm trees and other lucky trees, many are down or lack leaves. Today you see mother nature’s new…
Hurricane Update: Cuba, Martinique, Puerto Rico – Sept. 25, 2017
September 25, 2017Above picture was taken today 9.25.17 of Hampton Inn in San Juan. This month three of our main destinations suffered from two of the largest hurricanes ever recorded in the Caribbean. Our top priority in leading tours is the safety and well-being of our travelers. Below is a summary on each island: Cuba & Irma…
13th Statement on the Zika Virus and Puerto Rico
June 8, 2017June 7, 2017 On Monday June 5, 2017, the Puerto Rico Department of Health declared that the Zika epidemic is now over and the transmission of Zika has substantially decreased. As stated on previous postings, Vamonos’ top priority in leading tours is the safety and well-being of our travelers. We recommend that all potential travelers,…
Puerto Rico Declares Zika Epidemic Over
June 7, 2017Puerto Rico’s Department of Health declared yesterday that the 2016 Zika epidemic is over. The island has seen significantly reduced numbers of reported cases over the last couple of months. You can read the press release issued just yesterday by clicking the link below. We encourage our travelers to still take necessary precautions when traveling…
12th Statement on the Zika Virus and Puerto Rico
April 21, 2017April 20, 2017 Vamonos and local health officials continue to monitor the Zika virus on the island. At the end of 2016, the World Health Organization (WHO) issued a statement confirming that Zika is no longer a global emergency. Our top priority in leading tours is the safety and well-being of our travelers. We recommend…
Meet Puerto Rico Update on the Zika Virus
March 27, 2017Meet Puerto Rico has issued an update on the zika virus. You can read their updated information at the links below. 1. INFOGRAPHICS 2. UPDATED KEY POINTS