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Guam      Officially the Territory of Guam, is an island in the Western Pacific Ocean and is an organized unincorporated territory of the United States. The Chamorros, Guam's indigenous inhabitants, first populated the island approximately 6,000 years ago. It is the largest and southernmost of the Mariana Islands. The island's capital is Hagåtña, formerly Agana. Guam's economy is mainly supported by tourism (particularly from Japan, Korea and Taiwan) and United States armed forces bases. Guam has something for everyone. Our unique Chamorro culture and language is a blend of Spanish, Micronesia, Asian and western influences over the last 300 years. We invite you to experience our history and living traditions with a visit to our historic sites or by sampling some of our delicious food.
Points of Interest
Fresh Seafood - Fresh fish, octopus, and lobster are either grilled or baked with vegetables or fruit, sashimi, and in other imaginative ways unique to the Pacific.
Best in the World - There are dives for all skill levels, and to suit all interests. And Guam is the only place on Earth with shipwrecks from WWI and WWII—the Tokai Maru and the SMS Cormoran–touch.
"Where America's Day Begins" - Has been a big draw for Japanese tourists (1 million annually), who get a chance to experience a little bit of Americana in the sun. As a result, Guam is considerably more developed and faster paced than its Micronesian counterparts. It has upscale shopping centers, golf courses and chain restaurants. It is the largest landmass in Micronesia and is the southernmost island in the Mariana chain. It has its share of natural wonders, with a limestone forest and high cliffs in the north and rolling hills and low mountains in the south.
The main tourist area is around Tumon Bay - Which has a number of highrise hotels and can be compared to a smaller version of Waikiki even more heavily geared towards Japanese tourists. Cheaper accommodations exist near the airport, especially around the village of Harmon. Be aware that Harmon hotels tend to be on the seedier side since Harmon is a mixed industrial/residential neighborhood. Many of the flights scheduled through Guam to other locations (especially in Asia) often require an overnight layover, so plan ahead. Some hotels offer airport pickup, as taxis can be quite expensive.
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