Cuba: First ever direct flight from China to Cuba touches down in Havana

The first ever direct flight between China and Cuba landed in Havana on Monday morning. Chinese tourists and returning Cuban travelers were treated, upon arrival, to complimentary drinks and greeted by a band playing traditional Cuban music. Chinese tourist Yong Xing Sun said the new route is “very important for tourists“ as it saves “about 15 hours“ off their traveling time. Fellow arrival Cuban Oscar Hernandez Heredia talked up Beijing, saying the people there “were very nice to Cubans“ and interested