Haitian Cuisine: Diri Kole ak Pwa Ranked Among the World’s Best Dishes

Pap Jazz 2025, a Celebration of Haiti’s Great Musical Richness

On Sunday, April 6, 2025, the Karibe Convention Center in Juvenat transformed into a true cultural temple to close the 18th edition of the Port-au-Prince International Jazz Festival (PAPJAZZ). This year, the festival took place under the evocative theme "PAP JAZZ it UP", and it was held in three sites primarily located in the Pétion-Ville commune. The festival took place entirely at these wonderful musical venues: a reference was made to the Latin Quarter, the Haiti-Brazil Cultural Center, and the Karibe Hotel. Due to the deteriorating situation in downtown Port-au-Prince in recent times, the French Institute site had to be abandoned by the festival organizers. Nevertheless, we can absolutely call this 18th edition of Pap Jazz a success. Indeed, this festival, now a major event of the Haitian year, was especially marked this year by the great resilience and determination of the organizers who were able to adapt to the country’s rhythm in order to satisfy their loyal festival-goers. Despite the difficult context, these festival-goers did not miss the opportunity to escape their harsh daily lives through music. It’s also important to note that this 18th edition of Pap Jazz took place after two postponements, at the very beginning of this year, with the last one occurring in March due to insecurity. In this regard, it is appropriate to call the monumental achievement of the Haïti Jazz Foundation and their partners an exceptional feat, as they were not discouraged and showed remarkable tenacity, while adapting to offer Port-au-Prince and its surroundings this moment of growth, beyond the city’s great sorrow, through music.

Explore Haiti’s tourist and historical treasures

Haiti, a country located in the Caribbean, is an exceptional destination offering rich history, vibrant culture and magnificent landscapes. Here is a list of historical monuments and beautiful places to visit in Haïti to immerse yourself in this land full of treasures.

Haïti Summer: A Season of Festivals and Natural Beauty

Haiti, often referred to as the "Pearl of the Antilles," is a vibrant and culturally rich destination, particularly during the summer. This period is marked by a series of colorful festivals, heavenly beaches, and a festive atmosphere that attracts visitors from all over the world. Here’s a look at what you can experience while exploring Haïti in summer.

What Does December 25th Mean to Haitians?

In Haiti, December 25th, Christmas Day, is much more than just a religious holiday. It is a date filled with traditions, cultural meanings, and moments of sharing. This article explores what this day means to Haitians and how it is celebrated throughout the country.

Smartcore Express: A reliable solution for receiving your packages from the United States to Haiti

Receive your packages from the United States stress-free, without a credit card, even in difficult times! Waiting for a package from the United States can quickly turn into a nightmare in Haiti: thefts, delays, blocked or lost packages... Lorvenson Don Pierre has experienced these situations. But instead of giving up, this talented young developer decided to take action. He founded Smartcore Express, a simple, reliable, and secure solution to allow all Haitians to receive their packages from the United States, hassle-free.

Does Haïti practice daylight saving time?

Time management in Haïti follows a practice shared by several countries: daylight saving time. Adopted for several decades, daylight saving time consists of moving the clocks forward by one hour for part of the year in order to maximize the use of daylight. This article explores how and why this measure is applied in Haiti, as well as its impact on the daily lives of Haitians.