in Paradise 34 Days
For this Oregon breeder, annual trips are a way to unwind from the pressures of a success- ful and very demanding business. This year’s trip to Cuba introduced her to a whole new world—one few Americans have seen.
by Pat Payne
continue for years to come. Trips to other countries and cultures let her take a break from a demanding breeding schedule and connect with people around the word. Rose’s first trip was to Europe (visiting
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Austria, Hungary, Spain and Portugal) and last year she travelled to Argentina, where she was born. This year, she seized the chance to visit Cuba as it begins to open to American visitors. According to the U.S. embassy in Cuba (via its web site),
“travel to Cuba for tourist activities remains prohibited by statute. However, the Department of Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has issued general licenses for 12 categories of travel.” “The 12 categories of authorized travel to Cuba are: family visits; official business of the U.S. government, foreign governments, and certain intergovernmental organiza- tions; journalistic activity; professional research and profes- sional meetings; educational activities; religious activities;
All photos provided by Rose and Katie Sullivan
or Rose Sullivan, who breeds Warmbloods primar- ily for eventing and showjumping, annual vacations are a must. It’s a tradition she began three years ago and it is one she hopes to
public performances, clinics, workshops, athletic and other competitions, and exhibitions; support for the Cuban people; humanitarian projects; activities of private foundations or research or educational institutes; expor- tation, importation, or transmission of information or informational materials; and certain authorized export transac- tions.” Rose and her daughter Katie were able to visit thanks to the educational activities category. “I take one month off every year,”
she explains. “On the farm, work days go from 5 am to at least 5 pm. So taking a break is important.” Cuba offered a
unique opportunity, she continues. “I wanted to get to know the people and the culture. I was also interested to see how things work in a socialist country.” Rose happens to be fluent in Spanish, so that was a huge benefit to connecting with the local people. Katie, who works as a filmmaker for nonprofit organiza-
tions, has a keen eye for detail and has been her mother’s companion on each of her three recent trips. Together they left Rose’s SE Farm in Newberg, Oregon on January 15 for their Cuban adventure.
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