Though just 90 miles from the United States, Cuba remains a mystery to most Americans. Now, during an in-depth visit, travelers will experience this enigmatic island through the eyes of its people. We are delighted to offer alumni from Dartmouth an opportunity to gain an insider’s perspective on Cuba during a period of momentous change. In Havana, connect with locals from all walks of life, including artists, diplomats, and museum directors. On a walking tour, experience Old Havana’s charming squares, eclectic architecture, and cobblestone streets. As part of this people-to-people exchange, travelers are expected to participate fully in the scheduled activities, which have been designed to provide immersion in the arts and culture of Cuba. We hope to welcome you on this educational adventure to discover Cuba’s history, culture, and cuisine.
Day 1: Arrive Havana
Day 2: Havana
Day 3: Havana / Vinales (West)
Day 4: Havana
Day 5: Havana
Day 6: Havana
Day 7: Depart Havana
Moderate
Faculty
Israel Reyes is a Professor and current Chair of Spanish and Portuguese at Dartmouth College, the former Chair of the Latin American, Latino, and Caribbean Studies Program, and holds an Adjunct Appointment with the Comparative Literature Program. He also serves as the Director of Fellowships in the Office of the Provost and organizes mentoring and professional development for a cohort of pre- and postdoctoral fellows. Professor Reyes teaches and conducts research on Latin American, Puerto Rican, and US Latinx literature and culture. He received his BA in Creative Writing and English from the University of Illinois-Chicago and his Ph.D. in Comparative Literature from the University of Iowa. His publications include his two books, Humor and the Eccentric Text in Puerto Rican Literature (University Press of Florida 2005) and Embodied Economies: Diaspora and Transcultural Capital in Latinx Caribbean Fiction and Theater (Rutgers University Press 2022). He has published scholarly articles on Judith Ortiz Cofer, Lalo Alcaraz, Nemesio Canales, Cristina García, Ana Lydia Vega, and Manuel Ramos Otero. He is currently working on a book project on Puerto Rican visual and performance cultures on Chicago's Paseo Boricua.
