1. VANUATU - Port Vila
1.1. Location map - where? Be precise, choose a city or specific town.
1.1.1. You'll be staying in Port Vila, the capital.
1.2. Why am I going to this particular destination?
1.2.1. Many different activities
1.2.2. Different culture
1.2.2.1. "With 83 inhabited islands and more than 1000 spoken languages in a country of only 250,000 citizens, Vanuatu is about as culturally diverse a destination as you could hope to find. Some languages are only spoken in one village, which is why Bislama, a sort of pidgin English, has developed as the common tongue (it's also quite simple to learn). For a snapshot of the country's different cultural practices, head up to the handicraft markets in Port Vila." - http://www.traveller.com.au/vanuatu-travel-guide-and-things-to-do-20-reasons-to-visit-gh6ccg
1.3. How will I get there? - airline, cost, timings.
1.3.1. Plane Ride
1.3.1.1. Plane on the 6th of September at a price of 1,665 with a 34h and 40 minutes plane ride with 3 stops.
1.3.1.2. You will leave on the 6th of September at 7:30 PM. You will get there on the 8th of September at 3:10 PM.
1.3.1.3. Since you are going to leave on the 11th of September, you will have about three days to visit and explore Vanuatu.
1.3.2. Cheap Flights
1.3.2.1. https://www.tripadvisor.com/CheapFlightsSearchResults?date0=20171216&date1=20171230&nearby0=no&nearby1=no&airport0=GVA&airport1=VLI&pax0=a&pax1=a&travelers=2&geo=294144&cos=0&nonstop=no
1.3.2.2. https://secure.bravofly.com/booking/flight/E5F8AC0FF788590CF9B3022AB704102780E5B2FBFEC6DA38454A9F3E25EDDC68
1.4. Where will I be staying? - accommodation, cost, how long.
1.4.1. 6th September to 11th September
1.4.2. Accommodation
1.4.2.1. https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/8018481?location=Port%20Vila%2C%20Vanuatu&s=oGZeVcAH
1.4.3. Best season to visit: April to October - travel online.com
1.5. What would you recommend me to do while I am there? - if I am walking, what particular route? If I am shopping, where am I going and why? How can I get there from the accommodation you have booked.
1.5.1. Activities
1.5.1.1. EcoTour
1.5.1.1.1. Great chance to appreciate the beauties that can be maintained in LEDC's. For a reasonable price you can experience culture, beautiful scenery and appreciate environment. More info: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g294144-d1756449-Reviews-Vanuatu_Ecotours-Port_Vila_Efate.html
1.5.1.2. Lelepa Island Day Tour
1.5.1.2.1. "Fantastic tour. Right from first contact to the end this tour exceeded my expectations." https://www.tripadvisor.com.au/Attraction_Review-g294144-d1556781-Reviews-Lelepa_Island_Day_Tour-Port_Vila_Efate.html
1.5.1.3. Eden on the river tour
1.5.1.3.1. "The highlight of our week in Vanuatu" https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g294144-d4889959-Reviews-Eden_on_the_River-Port_Vila_Efate.html
1.5.1.4. Vanua Fire Show
1.5.1.4.1. FREE entry at The Beach Bar, Port Vila.
1.5.1.5. Vanuatu Jungle Zipline
1.5.1.5.1. A high rated, exhilarating experience by professional staff with a safe experience. (https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g294144-d3308638-Reviews-Vanuatu_Jungle_Zipline-Port_Vila_Efate.html)
1.5.1.6. Underwater Post-Office
1.5.1.6.1. A new experience, which you will probably never find anywhere else on earth. Has more than decent ratings and a chance to experience scuba diving simultaneously. https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g294144-d311952-Reviews-Underwater_Post_Office-Port_Vila_Efate.html
1.5.1.7. Tanna Island Volcano
1.5.1.7.1. Volcano (Last Erupted in 2016). This is very well recommended by tourists.
1.5.1.8. Port Vila Markets
1.5.1.8.1. Flea Market more info: (https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g294144-d2343419-Reviews-Port_Vila_Markets-Port_Vila_Efate.html)
1.5.1.9. Big Blue Scuba
1.5.1.9.1. Downtown, Port Vila, Vanuatu - http://www.bigbluevanuatu.com
1.6. What impact may I have on the area? Should my impact be limited? Why?
1.6.1. "Vanuatu was recently devastated by Cyclone Pam, and as a country so reliant on tourism, it depends heavily upon foreign visitors to get back on its feet. If you want to lend a hand to some of the friendliest, most hospitable people you could hope to meet, the best way to do that is simply by spending your tourist dollars in Vanuatu. Most hotels (particularly the ones mentioned here in Port Vila, and on Espiritu Santo, which was untouched) and tourist activities have now reopened, meaning there's never been a better time to visit this Pacific nation and support it simply by having a good time." - (2015) http://www.traveller.com.au/vanuatu-travel-guide-and-things-to-do-20-reasons-to-visit-gh6ccg
1.7. Health
1.7.1. "Sunburn and dehydration are obvious health issues in the tropics. Always wear sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses and try to stay out of the sun during the main heat of the day, between 11am and 2pm." - worldnomads.com
1.7.2. "As in any tropical area the risk of malaria and other mosquito-borne disease including Dengue Fever is quite high. As always prevention is the best cure, wear an insect repellent at all times and use an insect net over your bedding if you accommodation doesn't have air-conditioning or insect screens." - worldnomads.com
1.8. Nearly Safe
1.8.1. "Crime in Vanuatu is low" - worldnomads.com
1.8.2. Women in particular should avoid going out alone at night or to isolated locations. - worldnomads.com
1.8.3. Number of crime - 50.00, Moderate
1.8.4. People using/dealing drugs - 0.00, Very Low
1.8.5. Vandalism/Theft - 25.00, Low. This is most important as theft is usually what tourists need to watch out for, in Vanuatu you should be very safe in comparison to big cities such as London.
1.8.6. Assault/Armed Robbery - 50.00 Moderate
2. Preferences
2.1. Good food
2.1.1. A brilliant agriculturally fresh grown fruit based traditional food. "The cuisine of Vanuatu (known in Bislama as aelan kakae) incorporates fish, root vegetables such as taro and yams, fruits, and vegetables. Most island families grow food in their gardens, and food shortages are rare. Papayas, pineapples, mangoes, plantains, and sweet potatoes are abundant through much of the year. " (wikipedia)
2.2. Plane over boat
2.2.1. We offer both, for a great experience of a variety of transports. To not get too tired of one type of transport, we have planned for you to take boat, plane, public transport and taxi...
2.3. No loud place
2.4. Likes to be in nature
2.4.1. An astonishing 36.1% of Vanuatu is forest land. We also offer great ecological tours where you can be with nature. (http://rainforests.mongabay.com/deforestation/2000/Vanuatu.htm)
2.5. No kids around
2.6. Interested in exploring new cultures
2.6.1. Vanuatu boasts 113 distinct languages and innumerable dialects making it one of the most culturally diverse countries on earth. This amazing diversity is a result of 3,000 years of sporadic immigration from many Pacific countries. (vanuatutravel.info/index.php/culture-a-history/diversity-and-customs)
2.7. Would go to an LEDC that does not speak English
2.7.1. Vanuatu has a variety of languages, as well as English. This should allow you to learn a bit of a new language, but it should be fairly easy for you to move around because people generally speak English.
3. Location
3.1. Near water
3.1.1. Since Vanuatu is an archipelago, it is surrounded by water....
3.2. Could travel far
3.3. Hot place
3.3.1. The average temperature in September will be 28 degrees Celsius. (https://www.tourismvanuatu.com/vanuatu-weather.html). This is way better than the average 17 degrees of Geneva. (www.holiday-weather.com › Europe › Switzerland › Geneva)
3.4. New cultures
3.5. Jungle over Desert
3.6. City
3.6.1. City over suburb
3.6.2. City over beach
3.7. Culture
3.7.1. Culture over relaxation
3.7.1.1. With ecological tours, and flea markets we offer both culture and relaxation.
3.8. Asia - good
3.9. Doesn't want to go to a place with war
3.9.1. Vanuatu has been called a peacful paradise by sources such as http://www.shotbyrob.com.au/travel/vanuatu-peaceful-paradise/
4. Extra information
4.1. Not going alone
4.2. Willing to take vaccines
4.2.1. "It is important to make sure that routine immunisations such as tetanus & diphtheria are up-to-date, & to consider other vaccinations like hepatitis A & typhoid depending on individual risk." As long as you are up to date, you should be fine. You do need vaccines as you do in basically all hot places. But it is a small price to pay for a great experience. (ww.traveldoctor.com.au/.../9115%20TD%20Health%20Fact%20Sheet%20Vanuatu.pdf)
5. General Information
5.1. Near water
5.2. Close to Asia
5.3. No war
5.4. Jungle
5.5. New culture
5.6. Far - Geneva to Port Vila - 16,439 Km
5.7. Hot place - Average temperature 28°C
5.8. LapLap - National Dish
5.9. Has many different foods
5.10. Info: Pop = 286,000, Capital = Port Vila (pop. 44,000). Languages - Bislama, French and English. Currency = Vanuatu Vatu.
5.10.1. Exchange Rate - 1CHF = 112.037 VUV
5.11. Language
5.11.1. English (official) 2%
5.11.2. French (official) 0.6%
5.11.3. More than 100 local languages
5.11.4. Bislama may be found in Port Vila (where you will stay)