Travel to Cuba now permitted by boat

NMMA reports that the White House Administration recently released new rules surrounding US travel to Cuba. As a part of the new rules, persons traveling to Cuba will now be able to do so by vessel whether for hire for recreation. This puts boating on parity with other forms of transportation, which initially was restricted to air travel only. Travelers must still follow all guidelines and travel purposes, however the announcement was a momentous step forward for the boating industry. To read the full press release including additional details from the U.S. Department of Treasury, click here.