Tourists who are headed towards Haiti would come across Labadee. However, it is interesting to note that it has been named after one Marquis de La Badie, who was the first Frenchman to have settled in the area in the 17th century. Later on the name changed into Labadee, making it easier for English speakers to pronounce. It is also referred to as Labadie and it is a port located in northern Haiti. The region is also a private resort that is leased by the Royal Caribbean International until 2050. It is said that this organisation has made a large contribution towards increased tourist arrivals to this country and for tourism. As such it employs a large number of locals in the tourism industry, provides indirect business opportunities to a considerable number of people and also pays the government considerable taxes and fees for tourism.
Cruise ships stop at this port and since the area is fenced off only for tourists all food and other essentials required for the use of guests are also brought by cruise ships and only a controlled group of merchants engage in trade in the region. Some of the largest cruise ships in the world can be docked here due to its improved facilities making it a popular stopover for many cruises.
Anyone visiting the Labadee Port would be surprised to find out that it is only for guests and is heavily guarded by security personnel. Visitors are free to roam through the flea markets and buy typical tourism related tidbits and souvenirs to take back home for friends and family, go shopping for holiday clothing and knick knacks and enjoy typical local fare at the flea markets.
There are also amazing beaches to laze around and sun bathe and in general spend the days at. For those who are looking for activity, there are many water sports that one can engage in and there are ample facilities for the same. There are roller coasters, water parks and play areas and also a zip line for the adventurous. Guests who are staying at Turks and Caicos luxury resorts or Turks and Caicos beach resort such as Parrot Cay Turks & Caicos can go on a cruise in this region.