Despite continuous political turmoil that has left the country destitute, Haiti will remain to be one of the must-see countries in the world. The place will enthrall you with many interesting details and customs. Haiti will definitely keep you occupied the entire time you are in the place.
1.) Citadelle Laferriere
This picture perfect fortress is located [...]
The East Caribbean island of Cuba has a rich cultural heritage from which has arisen culinary traditions that are as vibrant and varied as the variety of cultures that have contributed to the development of this distinct and delicious cuisine. In addition to the ancient influence of the native peoples of Cuba, the Spaniards brought [...]
The daily observation from the Solar & Heliospheric Observatory (SOHO) clearly highlights a potential global problem. In 2008, nearly every day of each of the first four months of the year has recorded an observation of sunspot activity that is equal to zero. In fact, there have been only two days in the last four [...]
Rare blend This is one of the rarest coffee blends in the world today. Haiti coffee is hard to find because they aren’t grown as widely as other coffee granules in the Latin American regions. One of the main reasons is of course the weather in the country. Haiti is frequently awashed with rain, not [...]
Cuba is a West Caribbean island which has a rich cultural heritage with vibrant and varied culinary traditions from a variety of cultures that have contributed to the culinary development of this very distinct and delicious style of Cuban cuisine. Spaniards brought their own culinary styles to Cuba along with the Moors culinary style, because [...]
There is a serious development that concerns not only hungry people but all of us. Food is becoming too expensive and food riots are spreading. There were tortilla riots in Mexico when the price of grain became unaffordable which can happen again. Most countries have been able to feed their own but there is a [...]
Where does starvation exist in the world today? What are some of the causes of world hunger? Are citizens of developed countries donating monetarily to the ongoing relief efforts? In this article I will address these questions with the hope that by creating an understanding of the current world hunger situation, morally conscious individuals will [...]
The 2008 calendar indicates that another spring has arrived in North America and the signs of the new season are everywhere. Buds have appeared on trees, heralding the arrival of new leaves. The increased daylight and the warming sun act as harbingers for the appearance of flowering plants that will soon begin their summer cycle [...]
The poor performance of African economies and economies where the people are of colour other than whites have prompted people to ask whether poverty is a black or a colour thing.
This question about poverty being a black thing has gained credence in many circles. This question is also asked about Africa because it is [...]
The Fed says that it is keeping an eye on inflation. What they don’t say is that their eye balls are slanting upwards. In order to save the whole financial system (if it can be salvaged), the Fed has been printing money as fast as it can and loaning out tens of billions at firesale [...]
The United States Marine Corps (USMC) is a branch of the United States armed forces responsible for providing force projection from the sea,[2] using the mobility of the U.S. Navy to rapidly deliver combined-arms task forces. It is one of seven uniformed services of the U.S.. Administratively, the Marine Corps is a component of the [...]
Ken Daniel, of Security Advisors Worldwide, or SAW, a renewable energy security advisory company contracted by Jetstream Wind, Inc. recently returned from the island of Haiti.   Â
I understand that you and Security Advisors Worldwide had a very successful trip to Haiti. There doesn’t seem to be a great deal of media coming from this nation as to the daily [...]
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Global inflation has evoked global protest, and even caused riots in many countries. The most vulnerable countries are Mexico, Haiti, Egypt, Italy and India. People are quite frustrated with the rising price of essential commodities. Governments try to check the price by different methods. In Italy people have found a unique yet novel way to [...]
All couples facing divorce must deal with the expenses the process involves, but for international couples, divorce is even more costly. If you’re living abroad, either you or your spouse will need to travel to another country to manage divorce proceedings. It’s likely you’ll need to travel multiple times over the course of several months [...]
Since the beginning of human experience, plants have played a role in the evolution of our species, not only in the provision of food and medicine but in our deepest spiritual experience and the development of consciousness. Their form, beauty, enchanting scents, their healing and emotional qualities, have all provided a gateway to the Great [...]
Loulou Prince is a medsen fey (leaf doctor/herbalist and shaman) in Jacmel, a small Haitian town close to the border with the Dominican Republic. In his daily practice, he deals with a range of health problems typical of the area – from aches and cuts and bruises symptomatic of the hard toil in the fields [...]
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Newcomers to The Islands of The Bahamas quickly realize that they have stumbled upon not one, but many destinations. Between the “poles” of Grand Bahamas and Great Inagua are 23 inhabited islands and thousands of unpopulated islets and cays (pronounced “keys”). Cosmopolitan Nassau, once ruled by pirates, seems a world away from the desert-like wildlife [...]
After years of tight government control over the airline industry, Congress chose to pursue a policy of economic deregulation, enacting the Airline Deregulation Act of 1978 (ADA). Areas formerly controlled by the federal government, such as the awarding of routes, the entry of new air carriers, and the setting of fares, were left to the [...]
A French and Creole speaking land, Haiti is located in the Greater Antilles Archipelago, right on the Caribbean islands. The literal meaning of the word Haiti is mountainous land, which is exactly how the terrain out here is.
An island that was discovered by Christopher Columbus, and was named Island Hispaniola by him was later [...]
In the Caribbean, there are many islands which are popular all over the world as great destinations for spending a holiday. There are many alternatives in the Caribbean from which you can choose the destinations you want to visit. However, there are certain places that you would not want to miss.
The Little Dix Bay and [...]
The islands of the Caribbean Sea, sometimes referred to as the West Indies, are an extensive archipelago in the far west of the Atlantic Ocean, mostly strung between South and North America. The largest of these, known as the Greater Antilles, include the Cayman Islands, Jamaica, Haiti, the Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico. [...]
The region along the Caribbean Sea is not just beautiful, but extremely rich with diverse and lively cultural heritage and lifestyle. These factors are not just endearing but also attractive, tempting many people to invest and/or buy property in these island countries. Puerto Rico is one such country that lies about 1,000 miles southeast of [...]
Wondering where to go? In the Caribbean travel and life, that is no big problem. Just scroll down below to find whatever it is you are looking for balmy weather, clear blue skies, glorious seas, luxurious lodgings, fine food, sports, sights, entertainment, and even lazy days for lovers, all under the warmth of the sun.
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Traveling to the Dominican Republic during one of their many holiday seasons can put you in the middle of the celebration. If you like the idea of celebrating with the citizens of the DR, consider going during one of their fun and festive holidays.
When you travel to the Dominican Republic during a holiday, you will [...]
There are places suitable for vacation. There are places suitable for rest. There are places suitable for leisure. There are places suitable for luxury. There are places suitable for romance. And there are places suitable for everything that is mentioned. These are the places where you can set your honeymoon travel. Here are some of [...]
We all want to do something interesting but affordable with our kids for spring break. I have compiled a list of the ten most kid and adult friendly places to go .
10. Splash Lagoon indoor water park in Erie, PA. At a dreamy 84 degrees F any day of the year this is a [...]
The Turks and Caicos Islands is a country of 8 major islands and numerous uninhabited cays located 575 miles south of Miami. TCIÂ has the post code BWI which represents British West Indies, a diversified group of Caribbean islands including Anguilla, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Monserrat, and the Turks and Caicos Islands, all dependent areas [...]
The Caribbean islands are a very popular tourist destination. Tourists visit here for beaches, sun, and water activities. Most travelers come to these islands from the US or Canada. Lots of islands are visited by tourist groups. These islands make people think about cool breezes, swaying palms trees, beautiful beaches, crystal clear water rum and [...]
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The sub-tropical city of Miami is a heaven on earth. Miami is one of the most popular places visited in USA. It has got a different climate from rest parts of USA. This cosmopolitan water haven is known for attracting people from all over the world. For budget conscious visitors there are multitudes of discount [...]
One of the hottest places to go on a honeymoon is the Caribbean. There are a few reasons why the Caribbean is the ideal honey spot. First, hardly any folk live in an enchanting tropical shangri la as is located on the majority of the Caribbean islands.
Because we don’t live in this type of weather, [...]
Haiti is a poverty-stricken land of urban overpopulation, bared hillsides and a people suffering the injuries of civil strife & oppression. It is as well a vibrant country of colourful art, wonderful music, cloud forests & an intensely spiritual people whose humor & passion are legendary.
Haiti’s clime is generally hot and humid, & temperatures [...]
Haiti, is a country on the Caribbean island of Hispaniola, which it shares with the Dominican Republic.
On December 6, 1492 Christopher Columbus first laid eyes on the pristine shores of the island of Hispanola. Lush with fruits and towering mahogany trees Haiti became known as the Pearl of the Caribbean. What was once Frances [...]
Argentina’s economy has been rebounding since its near collapse in 2001, with an impressive growth rate of about 8% since Kirchner took office. Argentina has played a positive role in promoting human rights and democratic institutions in the hemisphere, particularly in Haiti. Argentina benefits from rich natural resources, a highly educated population, a [...]
If you’re going to visit any of the Caribbean islands, you might want to find out from Caribbean tourism if there are any requirements or restrictions for the island you are visiting. People often neglect to prepare properly for their trips, making for some interesting situations with customs and other international officials.
While a majority of [...]
The Caribbean holiday Sea Islands are extremely popular as the West Indies. Located in the Atlantic far west, this wide archipelago of islands is mostly strung between North and South America. The biggest one is called as the Greater Antilles that take in the Dominican Republic, Haiti, Jamaica, the Cayman Islands, and Puerto Rico. Furthermore, [...]
Haiti, in the West Indies, occupies the western third of the island of Hispaniola, which it shares with the Dominican Republic.
A tiny tropical island sits in the Caribbean, decorated with palm trees and colourful flowers. Its mountains stand majestically looking down upon sandy beaches and green valleys. There are no tourist resorts dotting the [...]
Aside from its Major League Baseball fame, the Dominican Republic is an intriguing retreat of colonial history amid progressive development and tranquil white beaches fringing mountainous wilderness. World renowned resorts dot the Punta Cana coastline of the Dominican Republic while the nation claims the oldest city in the New World, Santo Domingo, along its southern [...]
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Being a sub-tropical city, Miami is climatically very different from most places in the USA. The city is a cosmopolitan water playground that attracts more visitors than any other US city.
Miami appeals to travelers wanting warm sun, great beaches, a laid back lifestyle, world class entertainment in clubs and bars and [...]
As he realized the war had claimed over 5 million lives, Dan Balluff set off on a crusade to tell the story about this forgotten country and its conflicts. The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has been battling war, child prostitution, and child soldiers for over 10 years.
After finishing his Peace Corps service in [...]
The indigenous population were first interrupted hundreds of years before, though little is known about their culture; it has been lost amid years of territorial wars. Circa 600 AD, a little known culture known as the Tainos claimed the island, and it underwent much change in the subsequent centuries. Historical records truly begin around 1492, [...]
Almost nothing spoils a vacation as much as bad weather. Dominican Republic is a destination where the weather can make or break a vacation.
This nation that shares an island with Haiti is one of the most popular vacation destinations in the Caribbean because of beautiful beaches and a large number of all-inclusive resorts.
Although a typical [...]
Tropical storm Noel caused significant damage along Florida’s south-eastern coast in November 2007, removing thousands of tons of sand, undermining many expensive beach-side properties and threatening the exclusive resort’s tourism income.
After devastating The Dominican Republic and Haiti, claiming 143 lives and causing untold damage throughout the island, tropical storm Noel moved onto Florida and worked [...]
Planning a Caribbean vacation starts with choosing a destination, but not every island is the same.
Some have great beaches while others have beaches that aren’t so great. Some have famous attractions, but other islands are small enough that vacationers go there mainly to spend time on the beach.
People who have never been to the Caribbean [...]
Caribbean islands are of course, one of the capitals of mass tourism. Tourists visit here for the sun, beach and water activities. Most visitors come from the US, Canada, and Europe. Many of these tourists come in large groups or package tours. Caribbean islands make people think about cool breezes, swaying palms trees, white beaches, [...]
Just like any other beauty treatment and cosmetic surgery procedure, face lift in the Dominican Republic has also become a favorite choice of many. Every year, thousands of people from all over the world come here not only to soak some bright sunshine on the beautiful sandy beaches but also to get high quality beauty [...]