Welcome to Jacmel

Jacmel is one of the many gems that you will discover in Haiti. Once called the pearl of the Caribbean, this incredible and diversified historical treasure is now center stage for a major revitalization project currently under way. This website has been created to showcase the real Haiti that most people have never imagined. By tourists visiting Jacmel, all kinds of new industries will breed in the region. The governing thesis being advancement of the Haitian people through employment, healthcare, education and permanent housing. It will re-establish the historical relevance of Jacmel as a commerce and tourist center, thus providing a sustainable socio-economic system for thousands of Haitians. This model will bring hope and a future to the people of Haiti. 

"People only see the negative side of Haiti,” Donna Karan said. “I want people to see the positive side. I do a lot of work in Bali where I make furniture, and I think Haiti could be the next Bali.” 

Donna Karan, Bloomberg News-2011

CNN recognizes Jacmel, Haiti as a top Caribbean town, "Eighty miles south of the capital Port-au-Prince, Jacmel is a charming town" and highlights that "tourism is starting to pick up and giving a bit of an economic boost to boot."

Reid, Robert. "8 top Caribbean towns." CNN Lonely Planet. 03 23 2012: