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Guam's attractions range from tropical beaches and waterfalls to historic monuments and museums. Petroglyphs (cave paintings) and latte stones (pillars which supported ancient buildings and houses) provide insight into the lives of the ancient Chamorro people. Spanish ruins and World War II memorials are reminders of both the distant past and more recent events. Sports enthusiasts enjoy world-class scuba diving to explore coral reefs and underwater wrecks, as well as snorkeling, windsurfing, fishing, parasailing and swimming. Golf is available on courses designed by the legends of professional golf. Guam boasts 7 golf courses, each with different environment and degree of difficulty. Nature lovers can embark on one of the island's many hiking trails to spectacular waterfalls, secluded beaches and World War II historical sites. Much of the island's history is embodied within two major attractions, the Guam Museum in Hågatña and the War in the Pacific Historical Park in Asan. Guam's traditional fiestas -- village-wide celebrations introduced by the Spanish in 1668 and held every year since then by the island's Chamorro people, often allow visitors the opportunity to experience the traditions and lifestyle of Guam's indigenious people. The island custom is to welcome those who visit the village to join in the festivities. Guam's cuisine is a rich mixture of Spanish, Filipino, and Pacific dishes. Delicacies include grilled reef fish, Chorizo sausages, beef short ribs, chicken, prok square ribs, breadfruit, and tortillas. To transform dishes into a Chamorro meal, request finadene. It is a piquant sauce packed with red local chili peppers, soy sauce, lemon juice, and yellow onions. Most restaurants have a very mild version of finadene. If you really enjoy spicy food, ask your wait staff for additional red peppers. Usually, family style finadene has more heat than the restaurant version. Guam is a haven of culinary arts. Despite guam's small population, a wide array of restaurants offer scrumptious delicacies to satisfy any palate. Major hotels serve quality Western meal while a wide range of freestanding restaurants serve a variety of Asian ethnic dishes. Fresh seafood is always a favorite. Fresh fish, octopus, and lobster ar either grilled or baked with vegetables or fuit, prepared for sashimi, and in other imaginative ways unique to the Pacific. Diving Guam is one of the least expensive dive training places in the world. Dive around the world's tallest ocean mountain around the world's deepest point, the Marianas Trench. Scuba diving and snorkeling are especially popular on Guam. Guam has one of the richest and most diverse coral reef area in the United States. With more than 300 types of corals, 220 species of benthic marine algae, and 950 species of coral reef fishes, and submerged wrecks inhabit Guam's incredible reefs. The best snorkeling spots for beginners and experienced snorkelers alike are the protected reefs of the Tumon Bay Marine Preserve and Piti Bomb Holes, and in Merizo. With Guam's tropical weather, one can dive year-round in its averagge 80 degree waters using 1.5 mm shortie. And the average underwater visibility is up to 100 feet. Boat, shore, reef, technical, wreck, underwater photography, and night dives are common on the island. There are five (5) dive spots that every diver must experience while in Guam: WWI & WWII wreck dives: SMS Cormoran & Tokai Maru, Blue Hoel, GabGab 2, Haps Reef, Kitsukawa Maru. For more details and information about the many other dive sites and dive opportunities in Guam, contact and visit the many dive shops in Guam. Other Activities Water activities are not the only pastime when it comes to vacationing on the island! Whether you want a romantic wedding, to experience traditional Chamorro culture, or lose yourself in an irrresistible shopping environment, Guam is the perfect holiday destination. With different combinations of entertainment available, the lucky vacationer will find paradise on Earth and endless pleasure on cool, fun Guam. Guam's tropical weather allows for a multitude of activities. Adrenaline junkies will love the tandem skydiving, jetskiing, parasailing, kite surfing, and many others; dive enthusiasts will enjoy the waters off Guam; snorkelers will be in awe of the Tumon Bay Marine Park protected marine life; submersible vehicles and devices will excite the young and old. For those who prefer to stay within doors, Guam also offers a plethora of activities to experience. One can go shopping in many shopping areas in Guam. There are the Acanta Mall, Guam Premier Outlets, Micronesia Mall, Agana Shopping Center, Tumon Sands Plaza, DFS Galleria, and many others. Or the family can experience the wonders of the sea at "Underwater World" on "Pleasure Island." For those who want to know more about the culture and history of the island, one can visit the many cultural and historic sites throughout the island. There is Two Lovers' Point, Plaza de España, Latte Park, the many World War II memorial sites, Jungle River Cruise, Chamorro Village night market, and many others. In addition, do not miss the local holiday celebrations "fiestas"- which are both authentic and entertaining. For the romantic, Guam is the place to be. With the many beautiful and pristine wedding chapels and locations, weddings in Guam is becoming more popular with young couples. For those who wish to experience the night life of Guam, the weekend starts on Wednesday at the Chamorro Village night market. After which, one can visit the many bars, lounges, and clubs throughout Tumon. Each place offers something different. There is always something for everybody. |
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