In Haiti as soon as Christmas ends stores will start their orders of chocolates, baskets, perfume, flowers ,cards , and balloons. At this point we know that Valentine's day is near.

The stores in Haiti that specialize in Valentine's gifts invest a lot of money because, as it is the case with most other cultures, Valentine is very important among Haitians.

It will take at least one month from Miami for a store in Haiti to receive $2000 to $3000 worth of just chocolate. The first week of February stores will display the chocolates, and customers will start ordering baskets of chocolates filled with flowers, pens, chocolate, and candies. A Valentine's Day gift basket will cost between $20, and $150 on average.

The stores will also be decorated with balloons, ribbons. Music will be playing to grab the attention of costumers.

One very important item you will find in those Haitian stores during Valentine's season is phone card. This is vital for those involved in long-distance relationships to put minutes on their valentines phones to call each other and wish a Happy Valentine's Day.

The following words will be heard all over the place:
"Mwoin Rinmin'r"
"Mwoin Pa Kapab Viv san ou"
"Mwoin santi'm sel san Ou"
"Tout Ti Kem Se Pou wou"

On February 13, the city is busy, some people are doing last minute shopping. People who has purchased for more than $500 will have their Valentine's gifts delivered to them.

Valentine's Day is one of the most profitable holidays for stores in Haiti. All known stores will sell out within two weeks of receiving their deliveries. Valentine day brings money to business while bringing happiness to the Haitian lovers.