May 1st, 2012 at 12:00PM:
Haiti is one of the most fascinating destinations in the Caribbean but travelers still stay away, more than two years after an earthquake nearly destroyed much of what they came to see in 2010. Now, conditions are beginning to improve in Haiti and a revival of tourism is underway.
A construction development now in progress in Haiti's capital of Port-au-Prince includes a recently-completed ...Click on a label to read posts from that part of the world.
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Haiti tourism revival underway, in spite of itself
May 1st, 2012 at 12:00PM:
Haiti is one of the most fascinating destinations in the Caribbean but travelers still stay away, more than two years after an earthquake nearly destroyed much of what they came to see in 2010. Now, conditions are beginning to improve in Haiti and a revival of tourism is underway.
A construction development now in progress in Haiti's capital of Port-au-Prince includes a recently-completed ...Haiti: the rocky road to recovery
Jan 18th, 2012 at 1:30PM:
Haiti was hit by a massive earthquake a little over two years ago, flattening homes, school buildings, and businesses; pretty much transforming the entire city of Port Au Prince into rubble. Relief efforts came and continue by non-governmental organizations (NGO's) as nearly $5 billion in aid was promised and is being spent. But while there are ongoing success stories, half a million people are ...World's worst places: Top 10 places you do not want to visit in 2012
Jan 6th, 2012 at 8:30AM:
What comes to mind when you think of the world's worst place? While it is easy to complain about rural Wal-marts, La Guardia, Applebee's, and any government office with motor vehicle in its title, none of those places escalate the game from nuisance to immediate danger. All of them can be horrible, yes, but a threatened existence they do not pose.
The places on this list are the bad ...Help for Haiti still coming in a number of ways
Mar 13th, 2011 at 4:00PM:
Help for Haiti in the way of relief efforts has been a big, ongoing task. Traditional relief organizations have been spread thin and much-appreciated donations are helping them continue their work. Unlike some other natural disasters that happened in lands with fertile economies, Haiti was not in good shape before the devastating earthquake hit over a year ago. It was virtually a knockout ...Cruise line private islands, a very safe port
Feb 12th, 2011 at 7:00AM: Often a highlight of a cruise to the Bahamas or the Caribbean is a stop at one of the cruise line's private islands. Probably one of the safest, most controlled ports of call you might visit, cruise line private islands are consistently ranked high by passengers. Most are located in the Bahamas and each one is unique.
On every private island you will find crystal clear water, sandy beaches, ...Alpine coasters bring theme park thrills to ski resorts
Jan 8th, 2011 at 11:30AM:
There are a number of ways for roller coaster fans to get a fix during the long, cold winter months when most of the country's theme parks are closed. Riding one of the alpine coasters that are popping up at ski resorts has got to be one of the best options. These personal thrill rides give spectacular views of the surrounding areas as they take advantage of the mountainous terrain that ...Royal Caribbean still helping Haiti- a year later
Jan 5th, 2011 at 7:00AM: A year ago Royal Caribbean International came under close scrutiny as the line planned to visit their private destination of Labadee, Haiti shortly after a devastating earthquake rocked the island. I was on board Freedom of the Seas last January when critics said it was in bad taste for the line to have cruise passengers go ashore for fun and sun while so many were suffering on different parts of ...Take action: Clean water saves lives in Haiti
Oct 15th, 2010 at 2:01PM: Since the tragic events of the Haiti earthquake, the country and its supporters from around the world have worked tirelessly to rebuild, revive and rejuvenate. From building orphanages and schools, to offering medical supplies and household items, Haiti is moving full-speed ahead to reclaim the vibrancy it once had. But it takes more than four walls and power drills to rebuild a country.
Clean ...Haiti's first airport hotel set to open in 2012
Sep 19th, 2010 at 4:30PM: Recovery continues in the Caribbean island of Haiti as the first airport hotel readies to break ground later this year.
The $33 million project near the Port-au-Prince's Toussaint L'Ouverture International Airport will feature 240-rooms, offer restaurants, a fitness center, swimming pool, spa facilities and lounges. According to Luxuo, the hotel is designed with "a distinct Creole feel."
...GadlingTV's Travel Talk 011: Eyjafjallajökull, Club Obama, immigration law, barbecuing & cliff jumping!
Apr 28th, 2010 at 3:30PM:
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Ready to fire up the barbecue? It's just about that time of year and we're taking full advantage of the good weather to get you started on travel ideas for Spring.
This week we'll take a closer look at Eyjafjallajökull (and even try to pronounce it), show you new camera technology that is ...Photo of the Day (04.24.10)
Apr 24th, 2010 at 5:30PM:
Between the ash cloud and the tragic plane crash that killed Polish President Lech Kaczynski (amongst other news stories), the world's attention has shifted away from Haiti. But, lest we think that the Caribbean nation has fully recovered from the devastating earthquake in January, Flickr user rexa.ch reminds us that there is still a long way to go to fully rebuild.
Back in January, America ...American Airlines will begin commercial flights into Haiti starting Friday
Feb 17th, 2010 at 9:30AM: American Airlines is all set to become the first airline to resume commercial flights into Haiti, according to an announcement it made last night. The first flight will depart Miami International Airport at 6:40 am and arrive in Port-au-Prince at 8:35 am. Kayak lists airfare for that flight at $782 roundtrip.
According to a spokesperson for American, three flights a day will depart for ...Choice Hotels planning hotel openings in Haiti
Jan 30th, 2010 at 11:30AM: The Choice Hotels group - owners of hotel chains including Comfort Inn, Comfort Suites, Quality, Clarion and more - is making plans to open the first chain hotels in Haiti in almost a decade.
The Associated Press is reporting that the hotel company will start the chain with a Comfort Inn in Jacmel. The 32-room motel will open in May. A 120-room upscale hotel at the nearby Belle Rive tourism ...Eat out for Haiti: Participating restaurants give 10% to Haiti relief
Jan 22nd, 2010 at 2:00PM: It doesn't take much to donate. In an effort to help Haiti, we've reported the travel companies offering ways to donate miles and points to the Red Cross, and we've listed the phone numbers for you to call or text your pledge. Now there's news of an entirely other type of hospitality getting into the donating spirit, and it'll be hard for anyone to not contribute.
This Sunday, January 24th, ...Stay at a Sage hotel, donate to Haiti relief
Jan 20th, 2010 at 11:30AM: There are countless ways you can donate money and supplies to help the victims of the Haiti earthquake. Here's one more way you can help, just by going about your travels. Stay at a Sage Hospitality Group hotel, now through the end of January, and the company will give $10 per room, per night to the Red Cross.
54 Sage hotels throughout the US are participating in the promotion. Guests do need ...Cruises confounded about Haiti - to dock or not to dock?
Jan 19th, 2010 at 10:00AM:
Private beaches in Haiti like the one in Labadee, above, have long been a stop for cruise lines like Royal Caribbean. In the aftermath of a devastating earthquake, should they stay away?
According to The Guardian, Royal Caribbean "leases a picturesque wooded peninsula and its five pristine beaches from the government for passengers to 'cut loose' with watersports, barbecues, and shopping for ...Donate and earn miles when you give to Haiti relief
Jan 19th, 2010 at 8:00AM: Donating to the earthquake relief effort in Haiti should be a no-brainer, but for those who haven't given or who would like to give more, the travel industry is offering a few additional mechanisms, some with incentives.
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As of Tuesday morning, here's a ...Gadlinks for Thursday, 1.14.2010
Jan 14th, 2010 at 5:30PM:
It's almost Friday! Here's a few more travel tidbits from around the net to help you soldier on until the weekend.
Sometimes a country's "second cities" are even better than the more popular ones. AirTreks lists tens common stops on a round-the-world trip, and where you should go instead. [via AirTreks]
Matador has launched a campaign to round up relief workers to go to Haiti, ...Update: How you can help Haiti relief efforts
Jan 14th, 2010 at 9:00AM: Over the past 24 hours, we've received more information from airlines, agencies and charities helping to provide relief following the 7.0 earthquake that rocked Haiti.
While people around the world wait for word from loved ones, the death toll continues to increase - latest reports have heard estimates of up to 50,000 dead. Airlines, agencies and government officials are busy bringing relief ...Not-so Dangerous Destinations
Nov 5th, 2009 at 2:00PM: "You're going where?!" my father asked when I told him of my plans to go to Colombia. The Colombia he knows of, the one from the 1980's, is filled with cocaine, street violence, and Pablo Escobar's thugs. The country's days as a dangerous destination are gone, but its stigma still remains.
Colombia isn't the only now-safe country still considered by the masses to be too dangerous to visit. ...
