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The recent energy crises and infrastructure deficiencies pose further challenges. Data reveals a marked decline in tourist arrivals from April to October 2024, signaling a troubling trend. The Canadian government, which accounts for over 39% of Cuban tourists, has advised its citizens to exercise extreme caution when considering travel to Cuba. Such warnings inevitably deter potential visitors, further hurting the tourism sector.
Additionally, one major Canadian travel agency has removed 26 Cuban hotels from its offerings, steering tourists toward alternative Caribbean destinations such as the Dominican Republic and the Bahamas.