Nauru Nutz and Bolts
Country: Nauru
Where is it?: Oceania, island in the South Pacific Ocean, south of the Marshall Islands
Why do people go here?: Numerous groups and companies have mined Nauru’s heart out. As soon as there are no more natural resources to fall back on (and, given the island’s size, there’s a chance that will be very, very soon), tourism in the form of wreck diving and sport fishing will have greater prominence.
What are the main entry points?: Flights only come from nearby islands and Australia, and arrive at Yaren.
Currency used: Australian dollar (AUD)
Country Code: 674
Area codes for Major Cities: No city codes required
Religion: Christian (two-thirds Protestant, one-third Roman Catholic)
Population: 12809
Ethnic Breakdown: Nauruan 58%, other Pacific Islander 26%, Chinese 8%, European 8%
Government: Republic
Languages: Nauruan (official, a distinct Pacific Island language), English widely understood, spoken, and used for most government and commercial purposes
Major Cities: No capital
Attractions: Sport fishing, Wreck diving, Mining
Accommodation:
Health Issues: A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from travellers over 1 year of age coming from infected areas.
When to go: Avoid the cyclone season from November to February, but anything besides that is pretty nice.
Specific Events/Holidays: Independence Day, 31 January (1968)
Getting Around: It’s a tiny island, and those who are feeling adventurous can set out on foot, although a taxi will get you where you want to go as well.
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