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Feb
Cuba’s Tourism in Crisis as Jet Fuel Shortage Halts Flights, Closes Hotels, and Impacts Economy
Cuba’s Tourism in Crisis as Jet Fuel Shortage Halts Flights, Closes Hotels, and Impacts Economy Cuba’s tourism industry, which once-thriving, is facing a severe crisis as the island struggles with a jet fuel shortage that has disrupted flights and hotel operations. Varadero, a popular tropical destination known for its crystal-clear waters and pristine beaches, has seen a significant drop in tourism following the government’s announcement on February 8 that the country is running out of jet fuel. With vital air travel halted and hotels shutting down, the effects on Cuba’s...