RPCVSF is going to Haiti!
Wednesday January 14-21, 2015
The trip is open to members of RPCVSF, their families, and friends. And on a space available basis to other RPCVs, their families and friends
We have partnered with Haiti’s major travel agency to create an itinerary with something on it for everyone.
FLIGHTS
We will work with American Airlines to obtain group airfare after we have a set number of travelers, as this will result in a discounted airfare for each individual. You are, of course, free to arrange flights on your own if you prefer.
GROUND TRANSPORT/HOTELS/TOURS
Our ground transport/hotels/tours and domestic flights in Haiti will be handled by Voyages Lumiere, a well-respected travel company based in Haiti. We will be traveling in our own air-conditioned van or bus, with a local guide (for the tours) or a driver. Here is the itinerary (the itinerary is also attached below):
Day 1: Arrive in Port au Prince, tour of historic parts of city, stay at Le Plaza Hotel, http://www.plazahaiti.com/
Day 2: Visit to HELP and Project Medishare - two organizations RPCVSF has supported.
Day 3: Check out of hotel, fly to northern coast to visit the Citadelle and Sans Souci
Palace, stay at Roi Christophe hotel, http://hotelroichristophe.com/
Day 4: Check out of hotel, fly back to Port au Prince, and transport to Jacmel for a city tour of Jacmel, stay at Cyvadier Plage hotel, http://hotelcyvadier.com/home/en
Day 5: Check out of hotel, transport to Village Vacances on Ile-a-Vache, http://www.thevacationvillage.com/
Day 6: optional volunteer projects with the community focusing on sustainable development, or island relaxation
Day 7: Check out of hotel, transport back to Port au Prince, perhaps check out a concert (Haitian International Jazz Fest is Jan. 17-24, http://papjazzhaiti.org/), stay at Le Plaza Hotel
Day 8: Check out of hotel and transport to airport for flights home
All ground travel, hotels and taxes, and breakfasts are included in the rates below, as well as all meals while at Village Vacances. No tips are included.
PRICE
If we have at least 12 travelers, the price is $967.95 per person in a double room (with either one large bed or two twin beds), or $1249.55 for a single room.
If we have at least 15 travelers the price is $943.20 per person in a double room (with either one large bed or two twin beds), or $1229.80 for a single room.
Deposits are required and must be made at least one month prior to departure.
RSVP
Please let us know before September 15 if you will be traveling with us, as we need to secure at least 12 travelers in order to proceed with these discounted rates. Deposits for the travel arrangements in Haiti are not required until early December.
Please also let us know as soon as possible if you want a group air fare, as we need a set number of travelers to obtain the discounted rates.
E-mail inquiries and RSVPs to mailto:gregzell@mindspring.com before September 15, 2014 with the following information:
1. Name
2. E-mail address
3. Number of travelers
4. Single or double room
5. Do you want help finding a roommate?
6. Do you want group air fares?
CLICK HERE for the Itinerary: HAITI 07 24.doc
