Explainer: Why are Irish citizens advised against travel to Cuba and what does it mean for my holiday or insurance? Irish citizens are advised to avoid non-essential travel to Cuba meaning insurance policies may be invalidatedCuba (Getty)Pól Ó Conghaile Yesterday at 18:08Ireland’s official travel advice for Cuba has been updated to “avoid non-essential travel”. So what exactly does that mean, and how might it impact a holiday?

Source: Irish Independent February 17, 2026 05:09 UTC