#labadee

[tropicalskyye]

Labadee, Haiti 

[rabbitcruiser]

Dessalines & Christophe declared St Domingue (Haiti) independent on November 29, 1803.

[blaquecanary]

I’m all for traveling and good long vacation

[travelella]

Labadee, Haiti

Taken by Kenrick Baksh

[gwilt]

Labadee was a Royal Caribbean owned private beach resort in Haiti complete with a 30 foot wall and armed guards on each side isolating it from the rest of the country.

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[bestfitnesslook]

Caribbean Paradise: Exploring Labadee Natural Wonders & Joyful Escapes

[thewayfaringowl]

Labadee, Haiti

12.02.2023

[outsidetaiwan]

海地 Haiti

拉巴第(Labadee)位於海地的北部，是皇家郵輪租下來的一個港口海灣，被打造成私人渡假村，裡面有玩有逛，也提供郵輪乘客午��，是只有郵輪遊客可以來的地方，和當地周圍保持著距離，安全但同時也意味著郵輪遊客不能離開，接觸不到真正的海地。

[umberandmochaagate]

Can missionaries and entitled pity/clout-chasing tourists stop asking me "How's Haiti 🥺" when you've been part of the problem forever thanks

[tropic-havens]

Labadee, Haiti

[spurgie-cousin]

Let’s go even bigger on Jill and David treating the cruise like a second honeymoon: they have another vow renewal on the ship or at their port stop in Labadee

Omg imagine.....

My literal first introduction to the Rods (and what got me hooked) was when they did their insane vow renewal. And tbh I'm totally here for another one.

[rabbitcruiser]

Haiti gained independence from France (National Day) on January 1, 1804.

Haitian Independence Day

Celebrating the triumphant moment when a nation broke free, inspiring hope, courage, and resilience in the face of adversity.

Many people don’t realize the importance of this day for several countries all over the world who celebrate their independence on the first day of each year. One important country to recognize this day as their birthday is the island nation of Haiti. Get ready to join in on celebrating Haitian Independence Day! 

History of Haitian Independence Day

Haiti became a free republic on the first day of January in 1804, after a revolution that had occurred over the previous fifteen years, fighting for freedom from France. This important event in the history of the country declared independence for the people of Haiti and ensured freedom from colonial rule.

The story of Haiti’s independence is particularly important because this was the first country to be founded by former slaves, and it was also the first nation in the western hemisphere to abolish slavery!

Taking place on New Year’s Day, Haitian Independence Day, is celebrated throughout the country with various traditions, one of which is a pumpkin soup called soupe joumou. Other celebrations include parties, music and festivities. 

How to Celebrate Haitian Independence Day

Show some appreciation for this unique nation located in the Caribbean islands by getting involved with the celebration of Haitian Independence Day! Check out some of these ideas for getting started:

Learn Interesting Facts about Haiti

One excellent way to get involved with and celebrate Haitian Independence Day would be to learn a bit more about the country through some trivia or fun facts. This could also be a great way for teachers or parents to provide some background information and education when helping their children learn about geography, social studies and much more.

Get started by learning and sharing a few of these facts about Haitian Independence Day:

The Republic of Haiti shares an island with the Dominican Republic, and the name of the entire island that the two share is Hispaniola.

Haiti is made up of a series of breathtaking mountainous landscapes, so everyone in the country is either on a mountain or can see one.

Like many Caribbean island nations, the people of Haiti enjoy food that is very spicy, including goat pepper, vinegar, and various locally grown hot, hot, hot spices.

Haiti has two national languages, both French and Haitian Creole. But French is considered to be a “high” language by many, so the commoners usually use Haitian Creole, with more than 95% of people who are fluent in this language.

Visit Haiti

An incredible option for celebrating Haitian Independence Day might be to plan a trip to visit this interesting island country. And even though the day is celebrated in January, the country of Haiti boasts summer weather all year round, so be sure to pack that bathing suit for taking a swim in the ocean.

Other activities to enjoy might include hiking, cave exploration, beach adventures and more. Though tourists should certainly do their homework and travel only in safe places in Haiti, the island offers unique and interesting cultural experiences that cannot be found anywhere else.

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[3zo]

LABADEE

[anthologiemystika]

FishCraft Series | Water

The most basic of basics when it comes to fish, and aquariums, is the water.

Saltwater

Saltwater is the more difficult of the choices to work with. The chemistry involved is a little more serious to maintain as the ammonia, nitrites and nitrates are more problematic to control than they are in freshwater. The specific gravity (salinity) is also something that must be constantly monitored. I do not reccomend this choice to the beginner aquarist.

This option does come with some magical benefits however. Saltwater magnifies magical intentions, and is great for cleansing, purification, and protection due to the salt content. In my opinion, for the purposes of FishCraft, having a saltwater tank will keep your spell charged longer than just freshwater, and intensify your personal magic and intentions.

Saltwater is also the cradle all life is born from. As such, I find that using it in witchcraft, not just FishCraft, is very beneficial for spells relating to health, long life, and general well being.

Freshwater

Going for simple, clean, dechlorinated freshwater is not only just as beneficial, but also much easier for the beginning aquarist.

In FishCraft there are a few ways you can interpret the magical properties of freshwater. They all have one thing in common, the flow of the water.

If the water is stagnant, like a lake or pond, its great for self reflection, peace, relaxation, and contentment. I personally find still waters excellent for curse or hex reflection.

If the water is slow moving like a creek or stream, its energies are best used for purification and cleansing.

If you have a serious, heavy duty current pump in your tank the water will be like that of a river. River water is best used for change, moving forward, overcoming challenges, and protection.

Brackish Water

Brackish water occurs where freshwater rivers or streams run into the ocean or sea. The salinity content is much lower in brackish tanks than a saltwater setup, and is a little easier to maintain.

Because a brackish tank is both fresh and saltwater its almost the "white candle" of FishCraft. It takes on magical properties of both environments, as well as adding its own flavor to the mix.

Brackish water is mysterious, where it occurs in nature tends to be murky, muddy, and obscured with low visability. This aspect makes it perfect, in my opinion, for use in a curse - to muddy ones eyesight or perception for example.

Its also good for adding mystery, to yourself, your situation, your love life...wherever you feel some mysterious energy is needed most. Brackish water also has a balancing energy, as many plants that grow in a brackish environment are baneful, while many others are not.

To put the properties of each water type in simpler terms, this post will conclude with them in list format.

Saltwater

• Cleansing • Purification • Magnify magical intent • Health • Longevity • General Well Being

Freshwater

• Calm Water - self reflection - curse/hex reflection - peace - contentment - relaxation

• Slow current - purification - cleansing

• Fast current - change - moving forward - overcoming challenges - protection

Brackish Water

• Balance • Mystery • Low visibility curses • Curses in general • Protection • Magnify magical intent

Photo source for legend GIF | Koi pond photo source

Saltwater photo is my own, taken in Labadee, Haiti.

[flavored-chic]

“Jewel of the Seas” cruise ship at Labadee, Haiti