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One of my favorite memories of our trip to Labadee was sail away. We had an aft balcony suite on the back of the cruise ship which was perfect for pulling out of port. My wife and I enjoyed watching the sun set as the island grew smaller in the distance. It was a beautiful sunset and a definite moment to remember.
Walking the roads, streets and market pathways is for me a must for a visitor to Haiti. Much of this experience is similar to that found in other underdeveloped countries with intensive street activity, but there is a Haitian flavor. People are open and friendly. I did not find them excessively aggressive, but if you are used to passing by people without a greeting then your experience might be different. There is also the cultural element of "greeting followed by begging" stimulated by whenever Haitians see a non-native that may be off putting. Usually a simple "No" or shake of the head stops this. I would hate to see what would happen if you actually gave one person something.I did see some full time beggars at transportation points and in some of the larger cities. Their behavior was more typical of beggars the world over.You do not need a guide for this type of experience! My best...
There are not that many Whites in Haiti and people look at me like an alien, especially children. But when they see you have a camera, things change, because they love to be taken on a photo. These were very dissapointed that I could not hand it out to them, they were obviously used to polaroid instant cameras! But a digital camera, where they can see themselves on the screen, is still a great attraction. This was new to them.
The way to the market is long and dusty, and public transport is not organized, but the Haitians are always friendly. Have a look at the travelouge for more info on Haiti. A colourful country with beautiful people and lots of art like music, paintings, etc.
visit SANS SOUCI & the Fort Laferierewithin 14 years King Henri Christophe I of Haiti (1767 - 1820) built 8 forts and 9 palaces These citadelles are also mentioned in Herry Bellafonte's song "Haiti Cherie"Haiti Cherie, says Haiti is my beloved landOh I never knew that I have to leave you to understandJust how much I miss the gallant Citadel,Where days long ago, brave men served this country well.Where sun is bright, or evening with soft moonlightShading tree, Creole maiden for companyA gentle breeze, a warm caress if you pleaseWork, laughter and play, yes we'll always be this wayHaiti Cherie, now I've returned to your soil so dearLet me hear again, the things that give music to my ear.The lone shepherd's horn that welcomes the rising mornWhen roads overflow as crowds to Iron market go.Where sun is bright, or evening with soft moonlightShading tree, Creole maiden for companyA gentle...
This is the flag of Haiti, and it is on a small badge I bought for my collection.A lot of people think that Haiti is an island all for itself...BUT it is just the western part of the island HISPANOLA, and shares that island with the Dominican Republic.
...and on the other side there was the poor population, garbadge all over the streets. And a big market area, where most of the merchants could offer only a very few potatoes or fruits and sat there a long time before selling anything.
I strolled to the area of docks and markets. Black,sweating, muscular bodies were carrying enormous loads from ship to shore. Water was being transported on the heads of small ragged girls to home-made slum houses. Plump women dressed in jazzy browns and reds were selling scrawny chickens. The streets smelt of Africa at its most raw, squalid and impoverished. Near the park in front of the sparkling white palace of President-for-Life, Jean Claud Duvalier, I became aware that I was being followed. The Tonton Macoute? My pursuer was 14-year-old Franz Pierre. His lips were covered in sores; he had a bubbly nose; his sandals were falling apart; he looked shriveled and worn out by life's cares; and he smelt of pavements. Franz took me on a tour by tap-tap, a mini-bus like the Manilla ones. We saw primitive settlements where people kept a few cattle or pigs or chickens. We saw semi-naked...
Go see some of the unspoiled beaches that are there. We didn't really get to do much 'tourism' while we were there. But, there are some beautiful beaches. We would usually go to Labadi beach, a private beach that was owned by Royal Caribbean that would cost about 2 dollars for us to use. Very relaxing to go there, and get away from the craziness of Port au Prince. The picture is of one of the ladies that worked there.
Working on a mission home and a school in Jeremie was some of the most satisfying work I have ever done. Here in this picture you can see some of the unique building practices. The poles were holding up small inter-twined branches that cement was poured on to create the second floor.
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Q: I know there are no scheduled ferries. I know there are flights from Jamaica or Dominican to Cuba. Has anyone tried hitching a...
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