LIFE-CHANGING GROUP EXPERIENCES OF CUBA AND ICELAND WITH PROJECT POR AMOR

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JOIN AN UPCOMING CULTURAL TOUR

  • Hopkins High school music tour Cuba

    CUBA: HOPKINS HIGH SCHOOL MUSIC TOUR

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    6 nights in Havana

    Student exchange with Cuban National School of the Arts

    Concerts, workshops & master classes

    Recreational activities

    Parallel parent tour

    Great food & accommodations

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  • CUBA: ARCHITECTURE WITH THE PRESERVATION RESOURCE CENTER

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    4 nights in Havana and 2 nights in Trinidad with afternoon in Cienfuegos

    Focus on architecture and preservation

    Private concerts and artist studio visits

    Lectures and discussions with Cuban experts

    Luxurious accommodations & exceptional cuisine

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  • southern iceland tour

    THE MUSIC & LANDSCAPES OF SOUTHERN ICELAND

    JULY 18-25, 2025

    3 nights in Reykjavik, 2 nights in Vik, 1 in 360 Hotel

    Tours of coasts, waterfalls, glaciers, towns, and volcanoes

    Private concerts & artist studio visits

    Geothermal spas

    Exceptional cuisine & luxurious accommodations

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  • Akureyri Iceland

    THE CULTURE & LANDSCAPES OF NORTH ICELAND

    JULY 27 - AUGUST 3, 2025

    3 nights in Reykjavik, 1 in Siglufjordur, 1 night in Akureyri, and 2 nights in Myvatn

    Private concerts of premiere Icelandic music

    Whale watching boat ride & elf initiation

    Natural hotsprings & spa

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  • CUBA: ARCHITECTURE WITH THE PRESERVATION RESOURCE CENTER

    OCT 30 - NOV 6, 2025

    4 nights in Havana and 2 nights in Trinidad with afternoon in Cienfuegos

    Focus on architecture and preservation

    Private concerts and artist studio visits

    Lectures and discussions with Cuban experts

    Luxurious accommodations & exceptional cuisine

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Project Por Amor Feature

Last December, we led 32 travelers, including actress Julie Carmen, on a journey to Cuba to celebrate her great-grandfather, José Manuel “Lico” Jiménez Berroa (1851–1917). An Afro-Cuban pianist and composer known as the “Ebony Liszt,” Lico’s pioneering work defied the racial barriers of his time. Our tour revived his nearly forgotten legacy and brought his descendants together across generations. Watch the highlight reel here, and visit www.licojimenez.com to explore his music and an upcoming documentary.

Customize Your Own Group Itinerary

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Invite your group or organization:

On a specialized tour focusing on:

  • Music

  • Dance

  • Architecture & preservation

  • Neon & vintage

  • Photography

  • Contemporary art

  • Literature & film

  • Nature & ecology

  • Afro-Cuban or Jewish culture

  • Sustainable agriculture & cuisine

  • Law (CLE credit)

  • Humanitarian support

  • Festivals

To nurture, educate, and fundraise:

  • Share a once-in-a-lifetime experience with friends or family

  • Nurture membership & donor relationships

  • Provide educational experiences for students

  • Build bridges & develop international partnerships

  • Fund professional artists’ travel & production costs

  • Corporate incentive

  • Raise money for projects back home

  • Have fun and be inspired by our world!

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WE’RE YOUR CONNECTION TO ICELAND AND CUBA

Travel on an insider tour customized to your interests. Fundraise for your institution through a fun world-class educational adventure. Offer your students an opportunity to perform abroad. Host a foreign professional exchange. Shoot a film, record an album, or develop a creative project with international artists. Connect with innovators, leaders, and brands. Project Por Amor is your expert ground team.

Organizations we work with

  • Hopkins Center for the Arts at Dartmouth
  • Cal Arts
  • American Composers Forum
  • Lewis & Clark College
  • Stripe payments
  • Mexican American Bar Association
  • Preservation Resource Center of New Orleans
  • Cascadia Composers
  • Chicago Children's Choir
  • Couturier Gallery
  • International Arts and Artists
  • La Plaza de Cultura y Artes
  • Museum of Latin American Art
  • MONA
  • OBERLIN COLLEGE & CONSERVATORY
  • National Children's Chorus USA
  • SLP
  • Preservation Hall Foundation
  • Skirball Cultural Center
  • Tectonic Theater Project
  • TCG
  • Zenon Dance
  • Hopkins Public Schools

A Trip of a Lifetime.

  • "What a fabulous experience. Sage introduced us to amazing artists, musicians, journalists, storytellers, delicious food, remarkable architecture & breathtaking landscapes. What a fantastic introduction to incredible Iceland."

    Peggy Fariss, Disney Executive Imagineering

  • “Project Por Amor is quite different than your normal tour operator in the personal touch that shows up in every piece of the agenda. They care deeply about each and every one learning what they came to Cuba for.”

    Maura O’Neil, former Chief Innovation Officer of USAID

  • “My favorite high school memory was traveling to Cuba during my senior year during spring break with the band. I got to experience so many new things and it truly was a life-changing trip for me. I developed a deeper understanding of Cuban culture and music and getting to experience it all with my peers was incredible and something I'll never forget.”

    Kaelyn Pecha, Spring Lake Park High School Band

  • "I had an extraordinary trip to Southern Iceland with Project Por Amor. All of the details of the trip were finely thought out to provide an exceptional experience. I greatly appreciated the intimate experiences of visiting artist studios and homes for conversation, viewing visual art and listening to musical performances. The landscapes were amazing and otherworldly as well."

    Elizabeth Wilcox

  • "Our experience in Cuba met and exceeded expectations. If we’d visited Cuba on our own we wouldn’t have had the opportunities and adventures afforded us. Every day was packed with fascinating education, beautiful music, connection with the people, architecture and art, and so much good healthy food!"

    Melinda Soules

  • "This trip to Cuba was honestly the best travel experience I've ever had. The itinerary was thoughtfully planned, the activities were all amazing, and the leaders were beyond expectations. I can't recommend this tour enough. It was a great honor to participate in this once in a lifetime adventure. Thank you!"

    Kathleen Elliot

  • "Five star all the way. Superb planning, timing and interests. Great leaders, lectures, sights, food, hotels experiences and transportation. Cannot imagine a better introduction and understanding of Cuba than we were able to attain from this travel opportunity. The other travelers in the program were an integral part of making the tour such a memorable experience. Thank you!"

    Loren Rice

  • “The trip was drenched in the beauty of Cuba and its lovely people with continual exposure to their music and art.”

    Larry Yeatman, M.D.

  • "There are barely enough superlatives to describe how special Por Amor tours are. We have now done both Cuba and Iceland. Each is made special by the personal connections with local musicians, artists and others. Food is excellent, hotels are clean and comfortable and sometimes luxurious. And if our two experiences are typical, their groups are composed of the nicest most interesting people. Five stars are not enough to indicate how special both the Iceland and Cuba trips are."

    Richard Lempert, Constitutional Law Professor

  • "Project Por Amor delivered to perfection. Sage and his team are extremely professional and organized. From the hotels to visas everything was handled smoothly. His on the ground tour guide was exceptional and we got an intimate experience of Cuban life and culture. We ate at family owned delicious restaurants, saw numerous behind the scenes music and dance performances and art experiences. Sage also took us to some optional extras: arts shows and art fair. The trip was well curated and mindful in giving local merchants our business. Our trip also included UNESCO heritage town Trinidad which was absolutely beautiful. We came back in love with CUBA. Thank you Sage and Project Por Amor."

    Nomita J

  • "Visiting Cuba with Project Por Amor exceeded my expectations in all travel aspects: accommodations, bus travel, architecture tours, music performances and dining! The entire week was curated for a group who loves architecture, music, culture and a strong culinary scene, and Sage and his team provided everything we were looking for. Our tours were interesting, beautiful and informative. We left Cuba with an understanding of Cuba's history and culture and had authentic experiences with its people and way of life. I do not think any other travel group could provide the outstanding experience we had. I highly recommend to anyone, regardless of any age or background."

    Amanda B

  • "A fantastic tour company! We spent 1 week in Iceland (Reykjavík and the southern coast) and it was so enriching and beautiful. Everything was wonderfully organized, accommodations and food were great, and Sage has connections with local artists that really enrich the experience. Would recommend to anyone interested in Iceland and curious about the culture."

    Alexandria P

  • "My wife and I found this tour to be an excellent way to experience Cuba. The accommodations, food and activities were excellent, well paced and thought out. The guides were very helpful always, but allowed us free time to explore on our own. We would definitely travel again with Project Por Amor."

    Kevin W.

  • "My husband and I went on a one week trip to Cuba with Project Por Amor. It was exceptional. Well organized, terrific guides, lots of activities. Our needs were all anticipated and met. We got a good overall understanding of the country and its people. Would highly recommend!!"

    Dee M.

At Project Por Amor, our vision is to be the premier conduit for profound cultural exchange, enriching the lives of our guests through deep, immersive experiences that bridge generations and geographies. We invite our guests into the heart of Cuban and Icelandic cultures by connecting travelers directly with the soul of these nations—its people, art, music, heritage, and their unique points-of-view. We envision a world where travel transcends leisure and becomes a transformative journey toward global understanding and lifelong learning. Our commitment is to provide meticulously curated travel experiences that seamlessly blend exploration with education and entertainment, to not only celebrate but also preserve the cultural legacies of our destinations.