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Stumble It!Country: Vanuatu Where is it?: Oceania, group of islands in the South Pacific Ocean, about three-quarters of the way from Hawaii to Australia Why do people go here?: Vanuatu has a bit of it all. For those a little tired with the lazy beach scene but still into the outdoors, this is the place to be for hiking, diving and living the good life. What are the main entry points?: Qantas, Air Pacific and a few others fly to the airport outside of the capital. Yachts are welcomed, and the few cruise ships that bring tourists ashore a month. Currency used: Vatu (VUV) Country Code: 678 Area codes for Major Cities: No city codes required Religion: Presbyterian 36.7%, Anglican 15%, Roman Catholic 15%, indigenous beliefs 7.6%, Seventh-Day Adventist 6.2%, Church of Christ 3.8%, other 15.7% (including Jon Frum Cargo cult) Population: 202,609 Ethnic Breakdown: Indigenous Melanesian 98%, French, Vietnamese, Chinese, other Pacific Islanders Government: Parliamentary republic Languages: Three official languages: English, French, pidgin (known as Bislama or Bichelama), plus more than 100 local languages Major Cities: Port-Vila (Efate) Attractions: Volcanoes, Reefs, Good Life, Land Diving Accommodation: Vanuatu Hostels Tourism Office locations and links: Vanuatu National Tourism Office of Vanuatu PO Box 209, Kumul Highway Port Vila, Vanuatu +678-22515, 22685, 22813;; FAX +678-23889 //www.vanuatutourism.com/intro.htm Health Issues: Low to moderate malaria risk exists throughout the year in the whole country. It is resistant to chloroquine and sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine. Recommended treatment is chloroquine plus proguanil. When to go: April to June are the best months for weather and festivals, but the temperatures and rain are agreeable until October Specific Events/Holidays: Independence Day, 30 July (1980) Getting Around: Flag down the minibuses or even hire a car if you so wish.
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