Book Cheap Flights to Guam

Guam is the biggest and most southerly of the Mariana Islands and has served as an army base for the United States since World War Two. It’s a tropical island paradise, with beautiful sandy beaches and coral reefs that teem with wildlife. The island’s beautiful beaches and lagoons offer a selection of activities, including fishing, windsurfing, kayaking, snorkelling and jet skiing. There are also a number of wrecks from the First and Second World Wars for divers to examine among the coral reefs.

As the Second World War played a significant role in Guam’s history, many of the attractions date back to 1941, including the commemorative monument at Apra Harbour Overlook that lists those who lost their lives during the three-year Japanese occupation. The South Pacific Memorial Park in Yigo and the Pacific National Historical Park are locations of five battle sites with a museum displaying relics and war photographs.

The island’s capital, Hagåtῆa, is a charming combination of cultures from Asia, Europe, America and the Pacific Rim. Spanish influences are still heavily prevalent in the language, food and historical features, like Two Lovers Point. For a combination of cultural diversity, historical landmarks and thrilling water sports, Guam offers all of these elements on one island!

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Guam is a very safe tourist destination. Exercise the usual precautions of not leaving belongings unattended and keeping valuables hidden. Avoid isolated areas and walking the streets at night.

Guam is located in an earthquake zone and has been known to experience a few incidents. Check weather forecasts and general updates to be well-informed of possible typhoons or earthquakes. If you’re planning on diving or other water activities, observe weather patterns and avoid these activities during typhoon season.

No vaccinations are required for this region, but it is highly advised to take mosquito repellent and lots of sunscreen. Tap water is safe to drink, but bottled water is also widely available. The cost of healthcare in Guam is high, so it is advised to take out comprehensive travel insurance before travelling.

Tumon Bay is the epicentre of tourist accommodation, offering premier beach resorts and hotels. This is prime location for duty-free shopping stores and some great restaurants.

For cheaper accommodation, the hotels in Harmon cater for those with overnight layovers for connecting flights. Check if your hotel offers airport pickup, as taxis can work out to be quite expensive.

The neighbourhoods of Hagåtῆa, Tamuning, Mangilao and Maite all offer business hotels and family style accommodation, close to interesting attractions. Since the island is small, the airport is within close proximity to all areas.

Major hotels serve both continental and ethnic cuisine, but to really experience the fusion of Chamorro gastronomy, walk around and sample local food from roadside vendors and traditional eateries.

Walking around is best done in the central area of Hagåtῆa and Tumon Bay, where the streets are more favourable to pedestrians. Many hotels in Tumon are pit stops for the Tourist Shopping Bus, which travels north and south of the island (so be sure to pick the right one!). These buses run frequently and cost around $5 for a one-way ticket.

If you have the luxury of time, you can get around on the public buses, but prepare to wait up to two hours for a bus. Although this is the cheapest transport option, bus schedules are very unpredictable.

Alternatively, you may want to rent a car, though be aware that traffic congestion is a frequent occurrence. Older vehicles called “Guam Bombs” are affordable and easy to navigate.