Port-au-Prince Things to Do

In February there is the Carneval, the most important event in Haiti. But for 3 years already the fear of attacs leads to less people in the streets and there is not the same party as it used to be. This year (2005) several people were shot dead by the chimeres.

Haiti en Feu is a great theatrical presentation on the history of Haiti. Although some is in French most is in Creole. I had someone who understood the language translate what I didn't understand. What a play! Very rich in culture and the costumes were breathtaking. Although I don't know the exact specifics of where they put on the show, hopefully I will find out soon. If you hear of it and have the time for it, I definitely recommend it!

The press cafe is a small pub/bar located in Petionville. We went there one night to see Mamina. She is a young singer that sings here every thursday evening. It is very jazzy/dancy type music as she is an amazing saxophone player and singer. It was well worth the under 10$ (don't remember exactly how much) cover charge. If your lucky, she may even play some Witney Houston for you!!!!!

This Hotel is located in the middle of Petionville. Although I forget its exact address, it is by a big square. It seems as though this is where a lot of the UN/ non-governmental employees etc. would go. It is a very nice little place. We just stopped in to have a quick drink before going to the art gallery. I got the house drink and it was the strongest drink I have ever had in my life (even for in Haiti!!!!) Although I paid 5 bucks for it, I can say that I probably did get a fair amount of rum!!!! This is a great quiet place to just go and relax.

Yes, the beer is a must see activity! The most common beer in Haiti is "Prestige". Seriously it is not to bad.....I actually liked it!
This stuff is found anywhere and is approxiamtely 60 cents US. Yes 60 cents US!!!

November 2004-- It looks as the Prestige beer company has followed in the western worlds footsteps. They have now created a shmirnoff like cooler named "Prestige Silver"

Tasting sugarcane is a must when in Haiti. It is something that is very popular in this region. you can compare it to some sort of branch. You cut the red peeling off to get to the nice and juicy center. Suck out the sweet juice until you have had enough! I found it to be very addicting. I turned into the team peeler during the second trip!

We were quietly sitting down for supper one night when we were told there was a band coming to play for us. The organization had arranged for the band to come play at no cost to us. The band name was "Trouboudou" and they definetly knew how to get a bunch of Canadians dancing!!! There were 4 members, one playing the base, one the maracas, one the tamtams and the other the banjo.

As travelers know, travelling leads travellers to learn about different cultures (say travel what!!). I took this oppurtunity to play in this 3 nation volleyball match. It's not everyday you will be able to play volleyball with Canadians, Jordanians, and Pakistinians. It was pretty darn fun!!