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Haiti-See what's happening outside the capital
A church that is an art gallery!
Beausoleil Says: Update: Most unfortunately the Episcopal Cathedral of the Holy Trinity was completely destroyed in the earthquake. Only one of the marvelous and historic murals was able to be saved and the organ was lost. They are currently trying to raise money to rebuild the cathedral....
dunearn20 Says: 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.
marcoparco Says: Yes that's right powerbars! My lunches mostly consisted of powerbars and gatorade or water. Suprisingly they would keep you energized for the afternoon. I didn't seem to mind the taste either.I would reccomend bringing powerbars, trail mix, gatorade powder and other quick...
marcoparco Says: I would strongly encourage using common sense when thinking going out at night. I wouldn't consider walking anywhere even if I was with a group of 30 people. We were even told not to venture anywhere by foot without somewhat of a group during the day. Even then they (the...
soloexit Says: While in Haiti a rental is a great option, but unfortunately rentals in Haiti are very very expensive.Avis is usually the best choice, which is by the airport. Memory rent car is also a good choice on Clercine before you reach Tabarre. Using public transportation is...
There's public transportation and there's
haitiangirl Says: There is regular public transportation but also there are many decorated trucks. Yes there's plenty for the eye but not much for the bottom!Expect as little as a piece of wood to sit on and metal or more wood to support your back. And remember these are just regular trucks...
There are paintings for sale everywhere in Haiti: You have to buy a Haitian Naif Painting!
Beausoleil Says: The photo is an ad hoc gallery set up on the waterfront in Port-au-Prince. You will see these little galleries everyplace in Haiti, on public fences, in front of stores and markets, inside markets, along the roads, beside the beaches. It seems like all Haitians paint and...
Mountain Maid Craft Shop in Fermathe: Shopping for Haitian Crafts
Beausoleil Says: If you want to shop for local crafts and foods, this is a great place to visit. The drive up from Port-au-Prince is lovely. It's always much cooler up the hill. You can hire a driver or take public transportation . . . or drive if you're brave.There are two stores at the...
haitiangirl Says: Haitians loves Football (soccer for North Americans).In the summer they organize "vacation championships" (best translation I could come up with) in many neighborhoods in the Capital. Teams from near by neighborhoods play in the tournament.Many Haitians are also crazy fans...
marcoparco Says: Being the poorest country in the Western hemisphere, many hatians cannot afford televisions. The main way of getting up to speed on news (that I observed) was to listen to the radio. Apparently there is over 100 radio stations in Haiti. It is a great way to learn aobut their...
marcoparco Says: This is not a danger or warning. It is more of a "for your information" . The UN Currently (November 2004) has a stabilization force of over 5000 troops and close to a thousand police officers. Most from Brazil. These individuals are here with the goal to provide...
marcoparco Says: January 2004--As soon as you retrieve your baggage you will have people coming up to you asking to carry your luggage. I would encourage you to turn them down by saying "non mesi" (no thank you). Be firm. If at all possible try to make drive arrangements in advance! Ridding...
marcoparco Says: November 2004-- The UN has established a 2000 troop police force to help train the Hatian National police. During my trip in November the National police was much different then when I was there in January. It seemed most of them had respect for their job and did it with a...
marcoparco Says: Try to keep as little amount of bags as possible. The more bags you have the more difficult it will be to keep an eye on them at the airport. I was able to pack for 7 days with just a backpack. It turned out to be very convenient. No need really for long sleeves unless...
Beausoleil Says: Update: Unfortunately the Concert Shell (Kiosk) at the school in Leogane was destroyed in the 2010 earthquake. The music camp has been held elsewhere for the past two summers but plans are to eventually return.Original Post:Take a trip along the coast west of Port-au-Prince...
Beausoleil Says: Update: Unfortunately the church of Notre Dame in Petit Goave was completely destroyed in the 2010 earthquake. This is just a memory of what used to be there. They are rebuilding but a much different (and more earthquake-resistant) building.Original Post:Don't just look at...
Visit the colonial town of Petit Goave
Beausoleil Says: Update: Unfortunately the beautiful Notre Dame church in Petit Goave was destroyed in the earthquake. They have cleared the site and are rebuilding but I suspect the new church will be far less picturesque than the one that was destroyed. There was a 5.9 aftershock from the...
marcoparco Says: Went to a 3 star resort about an hour and a half outside of Port-au-Prince. The drive was amusing on its own---great scenery-- The beach was an amazing spot considering what I had been seeing over the last couple of days. I went snorkeling,swimming, kayaking, played...
marcoparco Says: The people....they were so appreciative and receptive towards us. I really enjoyed communicating with the Hatians. Since I am able to speak French I guess you could say I had an advantage over some other team members. All I know is that I was happy I did. I really enjoyed...
globetrott Says: Jean-Bertrand Aristide was elected president of Haiti in 1991. ( the very first FREE elections in Haiti since 1804)It could have been a big chance for freedom, as Aristide was a priest of the poor population.Shortly after his election, there was a coup d'etat by the army,...
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Carrying all sorts of goods on top of their heads is still the most common way of transportation umong women.This pic was taken at the market in...
29 members live in Port-au-Prince
Q: I have a group of 8 returning to the US on Nov 22 on Continental direct flight to Newark. Does anyone have experience with...
A: My daughter just retuned with Dr w/out Borders and didn't have any issues with flights from PoP. Like any other flight there can be issues or there can not be issues...
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Haiti - a never ending tragedy
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Port-au-Prince, Capitol of Haiti
Update: Jan. 11, 2011 . . . With only 5 percent of the rubble removed in the capitol of Port-au-Prince, the Iron Market has been rebuilt. If you've ever visited the city, you know the Iron Market is...
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I moved from Singappore to Haiti in September 2004, and live near Port-au-Prince, in Petionville. Most of my comments and photos are under "Haiti" and not under this section (Port-au-Prince). You can...
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Some people I met during my volunteer trip
During my stay at the orphange in Tabbare, this little boy kept following me around. All i know is that his name was France....that seemed to be enough.He kept me company although he probably didn't...
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