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Inca Rail is one of the two private railway transportation suppliers to Machu Picchu. After temporarily closing due to the pandemic, Inca Rail is resuming its luxury service known as The First Class. This elegant carriage features spacious panoramic views and comfortable seating, along with a gourmet menu, bar, and outdoor balcony, allowing passengers to fully savor their journey to the dream destination. Traveling in utmost comfort while enjoying breathtaking views is once again possible with Inca Rail.

Finance in Cuba is a subject that needs additional explanation. Payment in Cuba is also a very dynamic subject that can change quickly. In this article, we will update you on the most important issues regarding payments in Cuba in 2023. Official exchange rate You get the official exchange rate when you exchange euros or dollars at banks and exchange offices. There is a fixed and official exchange rate and it again depends on the euro-dollar rate how many pesos you get for your euros. It is almost impossible to exchange only according to the official exchange rate. This does not reflect the actual value of the euro or dollar. The journey is very expensive if you only change via official channels. Informal exchange rate The informal exchange rate is the amount of Cuban pesos that Cubans pay for euros or dollars, for example. Cubans have a strong need for hard currency for several legitimate reasons. The dollar is the most desired currency, but euros can be exchanged very well in Cuba on the informal market. There are several online platforms where Cubans find each other if they want to exchange. The informal exchange rate is very volatile, but rises very quickly at times. Sometimes a dollar or euro can certainly be worth double here. To enter the informal exchange market as a foreigner, you must of course use your common sense. We recommend only exchanging money through the casa owner, guide or driver. You don't know if you're dealing with a trustworthy person when you change on the street. Cubans will never give you the full informal exchange rate. They withhold some pesos on this. For example, when the informal exchange rate is 240, you will receive approximately 210 CUP per euro from them. Because the exchange rate is quite erratic, they build in a margin of certainty that they do not lose with the exchange. You can also look at this as a commission to compensate for this service. This is very common in Cuba. The height of the informal rate indicates how high inflation is in Cuba, and travelers will have to deal with this anyway. Economy with two currencies After 20 years of having a 2-currency economy, it stopped in 2021. Everyone used the same currency so you would think that paying has become easier now. Unfortunately, this is not the case. Since the CUC was abolished in 2021, the prices of goods and services in Cuba have risen rapidly and inflation is high. Although salaries and pensions of Cubans have increased, they can buy less and less due to the high inflation. Introduction of the MLC Some time after the abolition of the CUC, a new digital currency was introduced: the MLC. This digital currency is equal in value to the dollar. In certain state shops you can only pay in MLC. Think, for example, of shops with food and household appliances. This currency is digital and products sold in MLC can only be paid for with a payment card. You can only purchase the MLC with foreign currencies such as the euro and dollar. Cubans are paid their salary in Cuban pesos, but you cannot purchase MLC with this currency. There are several legitimate reasons why Cubans need foreign currency, and buying the MLC is one of them. What else should you know about paying in Cuba? · Money that you exchange for Cuban Pesos cannot be exchanged back to euros. Don't change everything at once and don't change too much. Start with, for example, 100 euros. · The monetary reform in Cuba has made it even more important for travelers to arrange and book as much as possible before departure. Once in Cuba, you only have to exchange money for smaller expenses. · Very important: take enough cash with you for your expenses. ATMs do not work in 95% of cases, or are often empty. Partly due to the high inflation, Cubans, as soon as they receive their salary, withdraw as much as possible from their account, which means that ATMs are often empty. · If you withdraw money or pay with a credit card, you always must to deal with the official exchange rate. · We strongly advise against changing money on the street in the informal market. Always do this through a reliable intermediary. · In principle, Dutch debit cards do not work in Cuba. Always take a credit card from Mastercard or Visa with you (always check whether the issuing party allows payments / debit cards in Cuba). · Make sure you always keep some euros in your pocket. Cubans are very happy to be paid in euros. This will only get worse as the Cuban peso rapidly depreciates in value due to inflation.

Colombia | Experience the freedom and breathtaking nature of Colombia in a 4×4 off-road vehicle with a roof tent on it. By the motto: camp and ride, you will meet great places and people on the tour of a lifetime. Our rooftop tents are spacious and comfortable and can accommodate up to 4 people. In addition, the cars have complete camping equipment. With Karakoles 4×4 vehicles you are independent and can choose your own route through one of the most amazing countries in the world. You can always contact us for tips about remote places and about driving a 4×4 car. You can choose your own route, where we can assist you and dot the i's and cross the i's. You can also choose to have us make the entire route. We know which places you must see and cannot miss. Whether you will visit the Tatacoa desert, the Cauca valley or the coffee regions, we guarantee a great adventure.

JBC is de latin hub voor jouw Tailor-made, FIT & groepsreizen. Vind alles wat je moet weten over Cuba, Colombia, Panama, Costa Rica, Ecuador & Peru, bij JBC. JBC-Agencies The place for all your Latin America travels Cuba Cuba que linda es Cuba! The ideal combination of history, culture, nature, art and beaches. Everything comes together on this beautiful island. Get carried away and go back to the 60s. read more Panama Still the best kept secret! The Pearl of the Americas, Panama. The land bridge between 2 continents, in many ways a unique destination. read more Ecuador The country has amazing contrasts! Pass the white peaks of the Andes, the bustling markets of colonial towns and the bounty beaches of the Pacific coast. read more Colombia The only risk is wanting to stay! Experience 4 seasons in 1 day. Go from the snow to the tropical rainforests and rest on the white beaches. Also admire the colonial past and rhythmic culture. read more Costa Rica La Pura Vida! Known for its beautiful flora and fauna, it also has beautiful beaches, cultural aspects and incredible thrill-seeking adventures. read more Peru Het hart en rijk van de Inca's. Het land staat bekend om het betoverende Andesgebergte, het fantastische eten en last but not least natuurlijk Machu Picchu. read more We create more than just a trip..... We create an experience Alle video's Play Video Play Video 09:03 Travelling with Kids - Episode 8 Travelling is an adventure on its own. The adventure factor multiplies when you’re travelling with kids. You want to keep them entertained, but don’t want to be the entertainer. Not every child is interested in a museum visit or a city walk. Children of different ages have different needs and wishes. After all, you and your children should enjoy every moment seeing the world and create a lifetime of memories along the way. To guide you through the episode we created 3 age categories: 0-6, 6-12, 12-18. During this episode we advise you about interesting and fun activities in our countries, suitable for the age categories. Of course, these activities are just a selection of the activities. For more information please contact us for your perfect tailor made family tour. Play Video Play Video 07:54 From A to B, Transport - Episode 7 Travelling through a country can be quite a challenge, especially when it’s your first time there. How does the public transport system work, or where can I rent a car? Each country offers many ways of travelling from A to B, but which one fits your wishes the best? In the 7th episode of the JBC Mini-Serie, we’ll show you the different options we have to offer in our Countries. Both authentic vehicles, including the Coco-taxi and Chiva bus will be shown, but also some modern transportation options, including a rental car, camper and 4x4 jeep. Travel by camper through Cuba, or hop on a train to discover Colombia, for more adventure rent a 4x4 in Costa Rica and admire Panama’s nature from with the aerial tram. Go with us from A to B in this new episode! Play Video Play Video 06:31 Sustainable is the way - Episode 6 Sustainability is all around us. There are many ways to reduce your ecological footprint in daily life. Did you ever thought about reducing your ecological or carbon footprint during your holiday? In this new episode we tell you about the sustainable possibilities we have to offer in our countries. Not all our countries are equally sustainable, but each has its own specialties. Learn about the sustainable projects and how you can help the environment. Make green choices while having the time of your life, with experiences like hiking deep into the jungle. Go a step beyond tourism and head to a farm-to-table establishment where you can learn first-hand how locals live and eat sustainably. Eat in a by Cubans owned restaurant and enjoy the catch of the day. Get sustainable by spending the night in an eco-hotel. The possibilities are endless. Play Video Play Video 05:24 Meet the locals - Episode 5 Discover a new world, encounter new people by meeting the locals of our countries. Cuba, Colombia, Panama and Costa Rica have so much more to offer than the common highlights. The locals complete these beautiful countries. In this new episode we introduce several indigenous tribes, different ethnicities and local businesses you may encounter during your trip in one of our countries. Expand your knowledge and complete your unique experience by meeting a local! Play Video Play Video 08:08 It's in our Culture - Episode 4 Dance the night away in Cuba, Colombia, Panama and Costa Rica. Learn about our dance styles including Salsa, Mambo, Cumbia and ballet. But also about our traditional clothing and customs. Every country has its own culture and customs, driven by history. Learn more in-dept about the culture and discover the colourful life of the JBC countries. Play Video Play Video 09:30 Food and Beverages - Episode 3 Okay; so you've met us and know our countries in general. It's time to get into details and tell you all our secrets about the delicious dishes and beverages in Cuba, Colombia, Panama and Costa Rica. Get ready for different and rich flavours. From the famous black beans, to a tapas tour or a seafood dish, all can be tasted. Don't forget: good food should always be combined with excellent drinks. Learn about the rums, soft drinks and other authentic beverages of our countries. Cheers! Play Video Play Video 09:12 Cuba, Colombia, Panama & Costa Rica - Episode 2 Welcome back to the world of JBC-Agencies. Meet our 4 favorite countries, Cuba, Colombia, Panama and Costa Rica. These Latin-American countries are beautiful, exotic and full of surprises. What can you expect when you travel to one of our countries? What are real must sees? And most importantly, why should you travel to our countries? In this episode we will tell you all about it and hopefully inspire you to travel! Play Video Play Video 08:43 25 years JBC - Episode 1 To kick-off our series you might need to know a bit more about us! We'll introduce ourselves in this episode and take you on a journey from founding till now, 25 years later. Meet our founder JaSing and our presenter during these coming weeks Femke. Femke will guide you through the episodes and tell you all about our countries. Enjoy! About us Destinations

Duurzaamheid Ons duurzaamheidsbeleid Duurzaamheid en de verantwoordelijkheden die daarmee gepaard gaan, hebben een prominente plek ingenomen bij onze activiteiten. Sinds 1995 hebben onze touroperator klanten duizenden tevreden klanten genoten van onze diensten, gastvrijheid en bovenal reisgeluk! Toerisme heeft invloed op bestemmingen - dat kunnen we niet ontkennen. De drang om een proactieve positie in te nemen voor verantwoord ondernemen waarbij alle partijen baat hebben; of het nu de klant, de leverancier of de lokale gemeenschap is waar we nieuwe wegen in reizen inslaan. Het is die visie - teruggeven aan gemeenschappen, het goede doel steunen en het zorgvuldig selecteren van partners in onze handel - die dat voordelige voordeel geeft bij het kiezen voor JBC-Agencies. Bij het samenstellen van de reizen houden we rekening met mensen, milieu, natuur en cultuur, zodat de vakantie niet alleen bijzonder is voor de consument, maar ook voor de komende generaties, en onze lokale partners en hun dierbaren. Onze lokale partners organiseren alleen excursies die uitgevoerd worden met respect voor mens, milieu en dier. Of het nu gaat om vakanties waarbij men geniet van ongerepte natuur, de lokale cultuur beleeft, nieuwe mensen ontmoet of een heerlijk lokaal gerecht proeft; samen met onze lokale partner kantoren werken we samen aan reisprogramma’s die zorgen voor betere plekken en mooiere ervaringen. Daarmee leveren we een belangrijke bijdrage aan duurzame ontwikkelingen in het land. Dit respecteren en iets teruggeven aan de maatschappij heeft een belangrijke rol gespeeld in ons streven om alleen voetafdrukken achter te laten en alleen herinneringen mee te nemen.

Tailor-made Tailor-made or tailor-made trips are one of the specialties of JBC-Agencies. We listen carefully to the key words that a trip must meet and can easily translate our experience into the many possibilities that Cuba, Colombia, Panama and Costa Rica have to offer. Our focus is not on what we think is beautiful, but what is most interesting for the end customer and gives the best result in the long run. All this, of course, at a good price-quality ratio. We try to offer tailor-made products as competitively as possible, where we also think along in the promotion of the product and we also offer any promotional campaigns. Thanks to our good understanding and long-standing relationships with our offices, we can offer a high level of service and the end customer is excellently guided during their journey. Various tailor-made options are available; think of, for example, independent travelers who go out with a rental car, couples traveling together, a dance group looking for a swinging cultural trip, but budget groups are also welcome. For every request, we draw from our extensive range of excursions, forms of transport, hotels, special accommodations and luxury products, in order to provide a suitable offer.