"This year, the atmosphere leading up to Haitian Flag Day feels subdued compared to past celebrations, reflecting the struggles Haiti faces, a stark contrast to the pride of the event."
In Miami, a place that has more Catholics on average than the rest of the country, all eyes are now on the Vatican, where top Catholic leaders will gather at the Sistine Chapel to elect Francis' successor.
We traveled south to Key West, then back up to Orlando, further up to St. Augustine, and then back down to Miami, spending around two nights in each area.