Ten Great Ways To Enjoy Haiti
Author: Jonathan Williams
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 in Milot over a high
mountain. This was built way back in 1800s by Emperor
Christophe. You don't see a lot of these in other countries
where their primary tourist spots are mostly beaches, and
besides, you can even ride a horse to get up to this fortress if
you wanted to.
2.) San Souci Palace
One can pass by the ruins of the landmark San Souci Palace, and
it is located at the foot of the mountain where the Citadelle
Laferrier lies. It lies on the edge of Milot and should be part
of your itinerary. You can't miss this one when you go check out
the Citadelle Laferriere.
3.) Haitian cuisine
Tasty dishes are a combination of African and Caribbean
cuisine. If you love Spanish foods, you will find Haiti's
spicier variation a nice twist from the usual foods offered in
other countries. You can try any of the following; griot, poulet
creole, kabrit, and du riz jonjon.
4.) Basket of fruit
If you love fruits, you will find Haiti a basket case of
fruits. The streets can offer you bananas, mango, guava,
pineapple, breadfruit, and melons. But before biting into one,
make sure that they are properly washed and peeled first.
5.) Drinking pleasure
Haiti prides itself with its line of drinks that is considered
top of the line. Recommended for beer drinkers is the excellent
Prestige, and for rum, you can try Barbancourt 5 Star. If you're
out on the streets, quench your thirst with their special milk
shake they call Papye locally.
6.) Labadee
Here is a tourist spot in Haiti which provides relative safety.
This private resort is under the management of the Royal
Caribbean Int'l. You will also find several merchants here to
help you get some stuff to bring back home, and aside from
shopping, you can try parasailing, swimming or snorkeling.
7.) Cap-Haitien
This city is the second largest in Haiti, and you will feel a
very laid-back atmosphere in this place compared to its capital,
Port Au Prince. From here, you get the chance to move to other
places with ease. They do have good restaurants, too, which
serve Haitian as well as French cuisine, and pizza parlors can
be found in this area just in case you get a craving.
8.) Du Nord
Here is a look of the countryside in Haiti complete with dirt
roads, remote villages and farm animals roaming around freely to
graze the land. The huts are small and primitive compared to
most Western houses, and it certainly makes you feel blessed. It
gives the feel of a tropical island complete with a beautiful
sky, flora and mountain - all the simple things in life we tend
to take for granted.
9.) Rah-rah Season
This event is equivalent to the Lenten season which comes
before Easter and is usually observed by Christians. Haiti comes
together with voodoo priests who would wear elaborate
headdresses in red and brightly-colored skirts carrying banners
and poles. They are joined by nightly drummers who create sounds
that give an eerie feeling, and you see people filling up the
streets with dancing, chanting and singing.
10.) Port-au-Prince, the Capital
Of course, you will not miss the country's capital. The city
houses one of two airports of Haiti, Toussaint Louverture
Airport. You get a chance to see and compare this urbanized area
with other cities you may visit.
About The Author: Jonathan Williams is the travel writer for
Destination Guide TV - the place to share travel videos. Visit
http://www.destinationguide.tv/haiti to view or share Haiti
travel videos.
Author: Jonathan Williams
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 in Milot over a high
mountain. This was built way back in 1800s by Emperor
Christophe. You don't see a lot of these in other countries
where their primary tourist spots are mostly beaches, and
besides, you can even ride a horse to get up to this fortress if
you wanted to.
2.) San Souci Palace
One can pass by the ruins of the landmark San Souci Palace, and
it is located at the foot of the mountain where the Citadelle
Laferrier lies. It lies on the edge of Milot and should be part
of your itinerary. You can't miss this one when you go check out
the Citadelle Laferriere.
3.) Haitian cuisine
Tasty dishes are a combination of African and Caribbean
cuisine. If you love Spanish foods, you will find Haiti's
spicier variation a nice twist from the usual foods offered in
other countries. You can try any of the following; griot, poulet
creole, kabrit, and du riz jonjon.
4.) Basket of fruit
If you love fruits, you will find Haiti a basket case of
fruits. The streets can offer you bananas, mango, guava,
pineapple, breadfruit, and melons. But before biting into one,
make sure that they are properly washed and peeled first.
5.) Drinking pleasure
Haiti prides itself with its line of drinks that is considered
top of the line. Recommended for beer drinkers is the excellent
Prestige, and for rum, you can try Barbancourt 5 Star. If you're
out on the streets, quench your thirst with their special milk
shake they call Papye locally.
6.) Labadee
Here is a tourist spot in Haiti which provides relative safety.
This private resort is under the management of the Royal
Caribbean Int'l. You will also find several merchants here to
help you get some stuff to bring back home, and aside from
shopping, you can try parasailing, swimming or snorkeling.
7.) Cap-Haitien
This city is the second largest in Haiti, and you will feel a
very laid-back atmosphere in this place compared to its capital,
Port Au Prince. From here, you get the chance to move to other
places with ease. They do have good restaurants, too, which
serve Haitian as well as French cuisine, and pizza parlors can
be found in this area just in case you get a craving.
8.) Du Nord
Here is a look of the countryside in Haiti complete with dirt
roads, remote villages and farm animals roaming around freely to
graze the land. The huts are small and primitive compared to
most Western houses, and it certainly makes you feel blessed. It
gives the feel of a tropical island complete with a beautiful
sky, flora and mountain - all the simple things in life we tend
to take for granted.
9.) Rah-rah Season
This event is equivalent to the Lenten season which comes
before Easter and is usually observed by Christians. Haiti comes
together with voodoo priests who would wear elaborate
headdresses in red and brightly-colored skirts carrying banners
and poles. They are joined by nightly drummers who create sounds
that give an eerie feeling, and you see people filling up the
streets with dancing, chanting and singing.
10.) Port-au-Prince, the Capital
Of course, you will not miss the country's capital. The city
houses one of two airports of Haiti, Toussaint Louverture
Airport. You get a chance to see and compare this urbanized area
with other cities you may visit.
About The Author: Jonathan Williams is the travel writer for
Destination Guide TV - the place to share travel videos. Visit
http://www.destinationguide.tv/haiti to view or share Haiti
travel videos.
