10 Animals Native to Haiti
Did you know that Haiti is one of the most biodiverse countries in the West Indies? There are nearly 6,000 plant species, some of which can only be found [...]
Haiti: Getting the Lay of the Land
We spend a lot of time talking and thinking about the most important part of Haiti: its people. But part of understanding anyone is understanding where they come from: [...]
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner: What the Locals Eat in Haiti
Haitian food is simple but delicious. Basic and affordable, Haitian food includes produce and products that can be found right in Haitians’ own backyards. Street vendors are common and [...]
How Cable News Gets Haiti Wrong
If you just take what you hear on the news about Haiti as gospel, you’ll never see the true side of this beautiful country. The media reports mostly bad [...]
How to Get the Most Out of Your Trip to Haiti
Headed to Haiti? It’s not a destination that all your friends have been to, but it’s one that’s certainly worth your while. Here’s how to make the most of [...]
4 Defining Moments in Haitian History
Haiti’s history isn’t one that receives much attention in the textbooks. However, understanding several key moments in Haiti’s history is necessary for understanding where Haiti’s people are today and [...]
Why Are Haiti And The DR So Different?
Together, the countries of Haiti and the Dominican Republic make up the island of Hispaniola, a large island of nearly 30,000 square miles in the heart of the Caribbean [...]
Schools Around The World – How Does Education Differ From Country to Country?
When it comes to the way we educate our children, each country has a unique philosophy on the best model, method and approach. Some countries support year-round school while [...]
5 Positive Things Haiti is Known For
When you hear news stories about the nation of Haiti, they are rarely positive or uplifting. All too often we hear only of the poverty, child labor, and hunger [...]
Why the Arts Are So Important in Haiti
The country of Haiti has a tough past that includes famine, poverty, devastating natural disasters, and slave history. As different nationalities arrived and made their mark on the island, [...]