"Haiti - a never ending tragedy" Top 5 Page for this destination Port-au-Prince by globetrott

Port-au-Prince Travel Guide: 112 reviews and 150 photos

Haiti - a never ending tragedy - Port-au-Prince

Unfortunately I have only a few slides of Haiti.

But all the oil-paintings, shown on this page, are souvenirs from Haiti and in my posession.

Last visit to Port-au-Prince: Dec 1985
Intro Updated Mar 20, 2004
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Reviews (25)

Bags made of Banana-leaves - Port-au-Prince

Bags made of Banana-leaves Shopping (1)

This bag, shown on my picture, is still in absolutely perfect condition and strong enough to carry even heavy things. I... more travel advice

Citadelle Laferriere Things to Do (5)

The Citadelle Laferrere was another of 8 forts and 9 palaces built by King Henri Christophe and was even considerd the... more travel advice

Sans Souci Palace Things to Do (5)

Sans Souci Palace dates back to 1807 and was built by Henri Christophe (1767-1820), who declared himself king of... more travel advice

Sainte Trinite Things to Do (5)

Saint Trinite / the Holy trinity church dates back to the year 1720. Make sure you also have a look inside of the church... more travel advice

Warnings Or Dangers (4)
See All beggers with machine-guns
Local Customs (5)
See All Children diving for pennies

Comments (27)

Nemorino Jun 30, 2010 at 4:25 AM Report Abuse

Very moving & convincing tips on the never ending tragedy in Haiti. I'm sure you are right that cruise passengers who give money to cute little children in the streets have no idea what will happen to those children later, when they are no longer so cute.
hunterV Sep 3, 2009 at 1:15 AM Report Abuse

Thanks for your great story, Michael! ><>< Live and learn! ><><
falexis Sep 13, 2007 at 10:50 AM Report Abuse

I hope you and others have loved visiting Haiti as much as I have. It is indeed a worthwhile destination -- a tropical gem that's unfortunately being devastated by poverty and political egotism (the root of corruption).
xaver Sep 13, 2007 at 10:09 AM Report Abuse

great, one more place I wish to cisit soon.
ssarealtor Aug 7, 2007 at 11:07 PM Report Abuse

I was in Haiti during Baby Doc's wedding. What a party for the wealthy and an insult for the poor.
Jim_Eliason Jul 12, 2007 at 9:05 PM Report Abuse

nice tips, I like you oil painting collection.
tondeleyo Jun 1, 2007 at 3:27 PM Report Abuse

My sister visited Haiti 6 times with church. Most recently in March. She says the unrest is waning...and that it's safe with a local guide. Your take?
traveldave Mar 28, 2007 at 3:38 PM Report Abuse

Haiti has always been a fascinating country to me. I'd love to visit, but reports of crime and murder prevent me from going there.
matcrazy1 Oct 24, 2006 at 8:01 PM Report Abuse

A very interesting information of this sad country. Interesting warnings and local customs tips as well as the paintings.
Sue08080 Jun 4, 2006 at 5:12 AM Report Abuse

Fascinating page on the saddest of countries. We have a friend from Haiti who is a brilliant man. There is such a waste of human potential!