Oceania
Guam
A US territory with Tumon Bay resort hotels, WWII history, diving and duty-free shopping, mostly visited by Japanese and Korean travelers. English-speaking and safe, but pricey, car-dependent and typhoon-prone.
- CurrencyUSDDollarDetails
- English5/5Spoken almost everywhere
- PlugsType A, B110 V, 60 HzDetails
- Emergency911Police 911 · Ambulance 911 · Fire 911 · All emergencies 911
- Tap waterYes, drinkablePublic water meets US standards, though many residents use filters; supplies can be disrupted after typhoons.
- LGBTQ+Marriage equalityUS law applies, with marriage equality since 2015 and a small Pride scene.
- DrivingOn the rightDrive up to 30 days on a valid foreign licence; carry an IDP if yours isn't in English.
Where to go in Guam
1 place with full guides. Comfortable monthly budget for one person, rent included.
| Place | Safety | Month, comfortable | Best months | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GuamIsland | 4/5 | $3,800–5,500 | Jan–May | 7/100 |
When to visit Guam
January–May is the dry season, sunniest and calmest. June–December is wetter, with typhoon risk peaking around August–October.
Good to know
Entry
- US entry rules apply: an ESTA or US visa, or the Guam-CNMI Visa Waiver for 12 eligible nationalities with an online G-CNMI ETA.
- The Guam-CNMI waiver covers stays of 45 days or less and doesn't allow onward travel to Hawaii or the US mainland.
- Complete Guam's mandatory electronic customs declaration form within 72 hours before arrival.
Laws visitors break by accident
- Drinking age is 21; carry ID
- Small amounts of cannabis are legal locally but federally illegal; never fly with it
- After a crash, don't move your car or leave until police arrive
Etiquette
- Greet people with 'Håfa adai'
- Remove shoes when entering homes
- Ask before joining a village fiesta; guests are usually welcomed
Tipping
US-style: 15–20% in restaurants (check bills for an added service charge), plus tips for drivers and hotel staff.
Sources
- US CBP: Guam-CNMI ETA
- Guam electronic declaration form
- Smartraveller: Guam
- Guam Visitors Bureau
- World Bank open data
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