Guam Nutz and Bolts

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Country: Guam Where is it?: Oceania, island in the North Pacific Ocean, about three-quarters of the way from Hawaii to the Philippines Why do people go here?: To visit someone who is stationed there. In reality, Guam is not the on the top of the list for those looking for a beautiful vacation getaway, and more for those who have a stopover, or really love to see a bit of America in the Pacific. What are the main entry points?: The airport outside of Hagatna will take you in - those with a yacht playtoy should check in advance before sailing on up. Currency used: US dollar (USD) Country Code: 1-671 Area codes for Major Cities: No city codes required Religion: Roman Catholic 85%, other 15% Population: 166,090 Ethnic Breakdown: Chamorro 37%, Filipino 26%, white 10%, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and other 27% Government: Organized, unincorporated territory of the US Languages: English, Chamorro, Japanese Major Cities: Hagatna (Agana) Attractions: Sun, Sand, US Base Station Accommodation: Tourism Office locations and links: Guam Visitors Bureau 401 Pale San Vitores Road Tumon, Guam 96911 +671 646-5278/9;; FAX +671 646-8861; //www.visitguam.org/ Health Issues: No vaccination requirements for any international traveller. When to go: When you feel like it. Temperatures are consistently warm and balmy. Specific Events/Holidays: Discovery Day, first Monday in March (1521) Getting Around: Don't get frustrated and bring a good book to read while you're waiting for small shuttle vans.


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