haiti1Let’s face it, Haiti doesn’t have a good reputation thanks to the years of trouble and civil unrest the country has had to face. But if you didn’t know any different, this little nation which occupies a third of the Hispaniola Island may seem like a pretty good place to stay, after all it’s in the Caribbean, it’s got beaches and its tropical.

You wouldn’t be wrong, because the Haitian people are warm, proud and very respectful. With Haitian police forces slowly winning control, this may be the perfect opportunity to see a completely unspoiled island.

Haiti is the ultimate ‘live like a local’ vacation. Surprisingly,  it’s even quite easy to get here, and its capital Port-au-Prince is safer than you’d think. There are already a number of hotels set up to accommodate foreigners.

haiti2Like traveling anywhere,  the rule of common sense does prevail.  The simple guide to safety in Haiti is to stay  in built up areas that are known to be relatively safe. Whilst the country is not as dangerous as many make out.

Haiti is a country that’s suffered ostensibly, and this is no reason to give it a wide berth as the people are amazingly friendly and eager to receive tourists. Whilst there are still problems, for the country is relatively safe, but caution must always be advised. Common sense prevails as always.

In the past Haiti has been governed by the Spanish and the French and its evident everywhere you go, in the architecture and in their language – Creole. Parts of Haiti are distinctly Creole, and if you’re wondering where Atlanta got its Creole influences, you’ve found it.

Haiti is certainly bigger than you’d think and it’s still for the most part unspoiled with tourist resorts and flocks of foreign visitors. Whilst it may not be the most luxurious destination in the world, a trip to Haiti will leave you with that feeling that you’ve just been somewhere very, very special.

haiti3In Haiti itself, there are two very special destinations that really should be discovered. The first is Cap-Haitian on the North Coast, which was the original landing point of Christopher Columbus back in 1492 and also the wonderful port town of Jacmel which resembles something out of the Victorian era, and really must be seen to be believed. People come from all over the world already to visit the lively town of Jacmel which has turned into something of a cultural capital. There are arts, crafts and activities for all here.

Haiti may not yet be the five star tourist destination, and it will be a while before foreign investment eyes this little gem up. If you’re brave enough for a no-frills holiday and don’t mind getting in touch with the locals, then Haiti may be the ultimate back-to-basics destination.

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