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[Gilbert Islands ]
The Gilbert Islands are a chain of sixteen atolls and coral islands in the Pacific Ocean, about halfway between Papua New Guinea and Hawaii. The indigenous people of the Gilberts are Micronesians. The ideal time for traveling is from October to November.
[Kiribati]
Kiribati straddles the equatorial Pacific with its 33 islands scattered across three time zones. It is the least visited Pacific Island nations by tourists. It has much to offer – fishing, diving, surfing and unique battle relics, besides other attractions.
[Guam food. ]
Guam has become the food capital of the Pacific. Dozens of different cuisines reflect the melting pot of its people. It is easy to find a world-class meal on Guam.
[Attractions in Tinian ]
Tinian is one of the major islands in Northern Mariana. It has pristine and secluded beaches; World War II landmarks and world-class scuba diving. Most of the visitors go to Tinian for scuba diving because numerous reefs, wrecks, and caves lie under the waters surrounding the island. In Dump Cove you’ll see planes, tanks, ammunition, and Jeeps from World War II. Tinian Grotto is the most popular cavern dive. there are several other beaches that offer diverse water sports.
The prehistoric Taga stones are relics of the ancient palace built by the Chamorro Chief Taga over 3,000 years ago. The House of Taga is located on the island of Tinian.
It was believed that a mythological chief named Taga erected the pillars as a foundation for his own house. There were several such pillars but only one of which is left standing erect due to past earthquakes.
The Sand Diamond, a high-speed ferry measuring almost 50 meters in length and with the capacity to carry 290 people and more than 30 cars, will begin daily sailings between Tinian and Saipan as a means of providing better tourist access to the casino on Tinian.
[Saipan]
Saipan is the largest island of the Northern Mariana Islands. In 2017 Saipan’s population was 47,565. The legislative and executive branches of the Commonwealth government are located in the village of Capitol Hill on the island. But the judicial branch is located in the village of Susupe. Most publications designate Saipan as the Commonwealth’s capital.
Coconuts, papayas, and Thai hot peppers are among the fruits that grow wild, while Mango, taro root, breadfruit, and bananas are cultivated.
There are 4 local television stations in Saipan. Local music consists of Chamorro, Carolinian, Micronesian Hawaiian Reggae, and Palauan music. Asian music consists of Japanese, Korean, Thai, and Philippine music. Mainland American music consists of much of the same music that can be found on U.S. radio.
[Guam Governor Lou Leon Guerrero, registered nurse personally administered the vaccine to CBS News team. ]
The US territory of Guam is offering visitors a COVID-19 vaccine with their tropical holiday in a bid to restart its struggling tourism industry. The program is aimed at Americans living in the region. First batch of 160 tourists arrived from Taiwan. The participants in the program can choose between the Pfizer, Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccines.
Travelers must undergo a seven-day quarantine at a self-paid facility upon arrival in Guam. On day six if they pass the Corona virus test they will be allowed to enjoy unrestricted beach side holiday.
[Rota Island ]
This tiny, remote island in The Marianas is only 20 kilometers long and gets many more visitors each year than it has residents. Balmy weather, sensational sights, and superb scuba diving and water sports are the main attractions on this island.
A tour provider can arrange a snorkeling or scuba diving trip to any of the undersea walls, shipwrecks or vivid coral reefs surrounding the island. Popular sites include the World War II wreck of the Shoun Maru, Blue Hole, and the Grotto, a collapsed limestone cavern with underwater passageways.
Diving, windsurfing, parasailing, and banana boating are available on this island.
[Scuba diving in North Mariana ]
Tourists for this island nation mainly consist of Filipino, Japanese, American, Korean, Taiwanese, and Chinese tourists. There are several large tour operators in Saipan that cater to Asian tourists coming into the island. By far, the majority of tourism in the Northern Marianas is in Saipan. Several flights a day land in Saipan. Tourism has grown slowly and is now a major part of the economy.
Near the Saipan beach, there are themed cafes and the American Memorial Park with a historical museum, where you can see the artifacts of World War II.
American chain establishments from Pizza Hut to the Saipan Hard Rock Café abound on the Northern Mariana Islands. There are also several independently owned restaurants whose menus include traditional island favorites like chicken kelaguen.
Karaoke and hostess bars are the most common nightlife options. But Western-style bars are also common and are safe to party to. Some bars have live music.
[ Palau Pacific Resort]
Palau offers a number of guest house-style boutique accommodations. Many of these have AC, refrigerator, Cable TV, 130 V as well as 230 V power outlets, shower/bath, towels, etc. Guests have access to a swimming pool, tennis courts, fitness center, and gift shop. And wifi is provided across some of the resorts. But some guesthouses have only dormitory type of accommodation.
There are also lots of reasonably high-end resorts on Palau such as Palau Pacific Resort, Palau Royal Resort, COVE Resort Palau, etc.
[ Palau]
Palau is an archipelago of over 500 islands in Micronesia. The United States provides defense, funding, and access to social services. The country’s economy is based mainly on tourism, subsistence agriculture, and fishing. The country uses the United States dollar as its currency. The country has two official languages, Palauan (a member of the Austronesian language family) and English. Japanese, Sonsorolese, and Tobian are recognized as regional languages.
The population of this island nation is 18,000 of which 87% are Christian. Local food consists of cassava, taro, yam, potato, fish, and pork. But Western food is favored by the tourists. There are many cafes and restaurants. A variety of international cuisines such as American, Japanese, Taiwanese, the Philippino are available.
