First Day in Hait

We arrived here at about 5:30 this evening. What a contrast: a snowstorm and nasty roads traveling to the airport this morning, around 87 degrees when we arrived and still very warm but with a gentle breeze blowing. The place we are staying is very nice and we have a wonderful family hosting us.

The airport was in quite a bit better condition than I remember it to be directly after the earthquake 3 years ago and it wasn't as crowded with people. Still had those who wanted to carry our bags....and of course make some money off us for doing it. We had quite a ride coming to our destination in Petionville. Up and around and over this hill and down the next one - it was quite an experience. One road was just recently paved and that was a treat. Most of the roads are so full of potholes that you don't dare very fast.

I thought it would be a good idea NOT to have my motorcycle here. I wouldn't be able to get it out of first gear. There was one motorcycle (small 250 cc) that was carrying 3 people. It's a cheap way to make money - haul up to 3 people besides the driver and do it on something economical to drive.

Tommorrow will be another day and today is almost done. Actually, I'm almost done. Good night!

Enjoy the pics!