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Sailing Cuba
So what has Cuba done to protet this action?
Doug s/v Callista "Chuck Baier" wrote in message om... If you are indeed as outraged as you claim and are an American citizen or have boating friends that are American citizens then please, please organize a mass effort to get out in November and overthrow the current monarchy ruling the US with the power of your vote. The boating community in the US is many times larger than the Cuban- American community in Miami and we need to show it. These policies are designed to get the south Florida vote and nothing else. If we unite to drown out that voice, sanity and clear thinking can return to this country. VOTE OUT THE BU**** IN NOVEMBER. "Gabriel Latrémouille" wrote in message e.rogers.com... Just read the new US Decree forbidding sailing to Cuba in Cruising World Magazine. I am speechless, astounded, stunted, amazed, ****ed-off... the arrogance, the gall, the pretensions, the abuse of American citizens rights, the abuse of foreign sailors, the hidden agenda, ! ! ! ! ! BUSHWHACKED!!!!!! GL |
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In article , "Doug Dotson" wrote:
So what has Cuba done to protet this action? Doug s/v Callista Not sure what you're asking, Doug. "Chuck Baier" wrote in message . com... If you are indeed as outraged as you claim and are an American citizen or have boating friends that are American citizens then please, please organize a mass effort to get out in November and overthrow the current monarchy ruling the US with the power of your vote. The boating community in the US is many times larger than the Cuban- American community in Miami and we need to show it. These policies are designed to get the south Florida vote and nothing else. If we unite to drown out that voice, sanity and clear thinking can return to this country. VOTE OUT THE BU**** IN NOVEMBER. "Gabriel Latrémouille" wrote in message le.rogers.com... Just read the new US Decree forbidding sailing to Cuba in Cruising World Magazine. I am speechless, astounded, stunted, amazed, ****ed-off... the arrogance, the gall, the pretensions, the abuse of American citizens rights, the abuse of foreign sailors, the hidden agenda, ! ! ! ! ! BUSHWHACKED!!!!!! GL |
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Clearly cruising to Cuba does much more to enhance their economy
than ours. If Cuba isn't raising a fuss about this new policy, then why should I get my shorts in a wad over it. The only reason that folks have cruised to Cuba since it has been allowed over the past few years is to impress others (ie. "Look at me, I'm so brave that I went to Cuba"). There are plenty of other places to go that are nicer and alot less hassle. If Cuba wants our tourism then let them say so and fight for it. Otherwise, screw them! Doug s/v Callista "Paul Revere" wrote in message news:aDBnc.23274$5a.1290@okepread03... In article , "Doug Dotson" wrote: So what has Cuba done to protet this action? Doug s/v Callista Not sure what you're asking, Doug. "Chuck Baier" wrote in message . com... If you are indeed as outraged as you claim and are an American citizen or have boating friends that are American citizens then please, please organize a mass effort to get out in November and overthrow the current monarchy ruling the US with the power of your vote. The boating community in the US is many times larger than the Cuban- American community in Miami and we need to show it. These policies are designed to get the south Florida vote and nothing else. If we unite to drown out that voice, sanity and clear thinking can return to this country. VOTE OUT THE BU**** IN NOVEMBER. "Gabriel Latrémouille" wrote in message le.rogers.com... Just read the new US Decree forbidding sailing to Cuba in Cruising World Magazine. I am speechless, astounded, stunted, amazed, ****ed-off... the arrogance, the gall, the pretensions, the abuse of American citizens rights, the abuse of foreign sailors, the hidden agenda, ! ! ! ! ! BUSHWHACKED!!!!!! GL |
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Doug Dotson wrote:
... The only reason that folks have cruised to Cuba since it has been allowed over the past few years is to impress others (ie. "Look at me, I'm so brave that I went to Cuba") ... Are you quite certain about this? Manu folks I know who have cruised Cuba (i.e., not merely jumped over to Marina Hemingway and jumped back to Florida) are not at all ready to make a fuss about their trip, since they are aware of the US position and of the lengths the US government will go to in order to make examples of citizens who violate Treasury regulations. In addition, the case can easily be made that Cuba is not at all like other destinations available to East Coast sailors. First and most obviously, it's a totalitarian state with all that implies. You don't get to visit too many places like that in a small boat these days. Second, the Cuban people are simply unlike other people in the hemisphere. They have had a unique experience, both culturally and governmentally, and learning about this (as much as possible) is itself definitely worthwhile. Third, there are no crowds. There is still a "wild west" flavor to anchoring in out-of-the-way harbors along the Cuban coast that just cannot be described. This is definitely _not_ 450 boats anchored in George Town Exuma for the morning VHF roll call. Fourth, the interior is lush and dramatic, and varies from the harsh culture of sugar cultivation in the east to the maternal farming methods of tobacco in the west. There is a lot to see and learn along the way. Fifth, if you like music, there are few places in the hemisphere to match what's available in Cuba. An argument can be made that the best baseball players, the best tobacco, and the best music originate in Cuba.. Sixth, getting a glimpse of the human side of the above issues is an invaluable experience. It certainly gives one a different perspective on the bountiful country we live in here in the US. Other than these few items, I don't think we differ much in our opinions. -- Good luck and good sailing. s/v Kerry Deare of Barnegat http://kerrydeare.home.comcast.net/ |
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"Armond Perretta" wrote in message ... Doug Dotson wrote: ... The only reason that folks have cruised to Cuba since it has been allowed over the past few years is to impress others (ie. "Look at me, I'm so brave that I went to Cuba") ... Are you quite certain about this? Manu folks I know who have cruised Cuba (i.e., not merely jumped over to Marina Hemingway and jumped back to Florida) are not at all ready to make a fuss about their trip, since they are aware of the US position and of the lengths the US government will go to in order to make examples of citizens who violate Treasury regulations. I guess I meant the one that fill the cruising mags with stories of their adventures. In addition, the case can easily be made that Cuba is not at all like other destinations available to East Coast sailors. True, so why would I want to go there? First and most obviously, it's a totalitarian state with all that implies. You don't get to visit too many places like that in a small boat these days. Doesn't sound like a very pleasant place to go if you ask me. Second, the Cuban people are simply unlike other people in the hemisphere. They have had a unique experience, both culturally and governmentally, and learning about this (as much as possible) is itself definitely worthwhile. Possibly, but I don't have to cruise there to do that. Third, there are no crowds. There is still a "wild west" flavor to anchoring in out-of-the-way harbors along the Cuban coast that just cannot be described. This is definitely _not_ 450 boats anchored in George Town Exuma for the morning VHF roll call. Not sure that cruising the wild-west is a fun thing. It's those arrows in my back that bother me. Fourth, the interior is lush and dramatic, and varies from the harsh culture of sugar cultivation in the east to the maternal farming methods of tobacco in the west. There is a lot to see and learn along the way. So is Costa Rica, Peurto Rico, and dozens of other places. Fifth, if you like music, there are few places in the hemisphere to match what's available in Cuba. An argument can be made that the best baseball players, the best tobacco, and the best music originate in Cuba.. I still don't have to go there to appreciate. Sixth, getting a glimpse of the human side of the above issues is an invaluable experience. It certainly gives one a different perspective on the bountiful country we live in here in the US. Sure, I love vacations where I can emerse myself in other peoples misery. Other than these few items, I don't think we differ much in our opinions. Agreed. -- Good luck and good sailing. s/v Kerry Deare of Barnegat http://kerrydeare.home.comcast.net/ |
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Doug Dotson wrote:
Doug, I scanned the article. Basically the proclamation by Bush says that Homeland Security can sieze your boat and toss you and all the people off of it (and maybe into the clink) ANYWHERE in America (meaning if you're setting in Seattle or Chicago) if they "think" you "might" be going to Cuba or "might have been" to Cuba. You don't actually have to travel there. Oh yeah...this goes for ANY boat. Meaning if you're from, say Mexico or any other nation in the world, and you're in an American port Homeland Security can seize your boat. -- Politics is the ability to foretell what is going to happen tomorrow, next week, next month and next year. And to have the ability afterwards to explain why it didn't happen. -- Winston Churchill |
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I know, I read it too.
Doug s/v Callista "Cardinal Bill" wrote in message ... Doug Dotson wrote: Doug, I scanned the article. Basically the proclamation by Bush says that Homeland Security can sieze your boat and toss you and all the people off of it (and maybe into the clink) ANYWHERE in America (meaning if you're setting in Seattle or Chicago) if they "think" you "might" be going to Cuba or "might have been" to Cuba. You don't actually have to travel there. Oh yeah...this goes for ANY boat. Meaning if you're from, say Mexico or any other nation in the world, and you're in an American port Homeland Security can seize your boat. -- Politics is the ability to foretell what is going to happen tomorrow, next week, next month and next year. And to have the ability afterwards to explain why it didn't happen. -- Winston Churchill |
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Sailing Cuba
"Cardinal Bill" wrote..... Basically the proclamation by Bush says that Homeland Security can sieze your boat and toss you and all the people off of it (and maybe into the clink) ANYWHERE in America (meaning if you're setting in Seattle or Chicago) if they "think" you "might" be going to Cuba or "might have been" to Cuba. You don't actually have to travel there. Oh yeah...this goes for ANY boat. Meaning if you're from, say Mexico or any other nation in the world, and you're in an American port Homeland Security can seize your boat. Whoa! Just a damn minute here! What's that!!! Are you saying that your US Homeland Security Force can seize my boat if I happen to go across Lake Huron to an American Port, just because I have traveled to Cuba? I am a Canadian who travels on a Canadian registered vessel. My government has no restrictions on travel to Cuba. Were does it say this? Show me the law that states this, please! This past February was my seventh trip to cruise Cuba and it's waters. It is a great place to visit and the people are wonderful. James D. Carter, Port Captain, GLCC "The Boat" Bayfield Canada |
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Doug Dotson wrote: So what has Cuba done to protet this action? No reason to. It just gives Castro more reasons to blame the US for his problems. All Bush is trying to do is insure the Cuban vote in Florida. As non ethnic Cuban sailors wanting to cruise Cuba, we have been at risk for the last 3 years. What the actual effect of this new rule is to reduce the amount CUBAN Americans can send down from about $750 mil/year in half. -- Glenn Ashmore I'm building a 45' cutter in strip/composite. Watch my progress (or lack there of) at: http://www.rutuonline.com Shameless Commercial Division: http://www.spade-anchor-us.com |
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Sailing Cuba - Correction
While the original proposal released to the media touted the restriction
of Cuban Americans sending money to relatives in Cuba the actual policy does not. The "official" amount of money transferred is about $1B but considerably more than that leaves Miami via couriers through Mexico. It does however add some pretty Draconian penalties for non-Cuban Americans traveling there. -- Glenn Ashmore I'm building a 45' cutter in strip/composite. Watch my progress (or lack there of) at: http://www.rutuonline.com Shameless Commercial Division: http://www.spade-anchor-us.com |
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