Awaiting You

come and experience a world unhurried and unspoiled in every way. With such a diverse range of activities there is something for everyone.

Simple hospitality...

it may not always be fancy but you'll always get a smile. Village life is simple and unhurried with a focus on subsistence living

Come Run...

The run is just one reason to visit this South Pacific tropical paradise but is a fantastic excuse to book a flight. Packages start from $599 AUD

Take a deep breath...

and let your self slip into 'Solomon Time'. Enjoy the tranquillity and literally feel the burdens of a busy life dissolve before your very eyes.

Underwater adventure...

explore the silent underwater world full of life and extraoridnary creatures like this napping nurse shark

Soak up the romance...

away from the crowds. Experience the spledour of a tropical sunset while enjoying a glass of wine on your own private island

Surfing...

Be the first to surf new breaks in one of the world's last surfing frontiers. Uncrowded surf perfection in a pristine natural and cultural environment.

Get away...

with 300+ days of sunshine and some of the world's most beautiful places at your fingertips you won't want to leave.

Fishing...

the waters of the Solomons are renowned for big game. Whether you want go game fishing, surf fishing or even try your luck at spear fishing you will definitely see some action

Miss Solomon Islands 2010

Solomon Islands Beauty Contest 2010. 10 Beautiful and Talented Girls are contesting out the Miss Solomon Islands 2010. 2nd - 4th September 2010

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Customs
The items that may be imported into the Solomon Islands without incurring customs duty are:
  • 200 cigarettes or 250g cigars/225g of tobacco
  • 2litres of wine/spirits
    • Other dutiable goods up to a total value of SBD$400 Note: The alcohol, cigarettes and tobacco listed above are not available to passengers under the age of 18.

    Prohibited Imports:
    • Unlicensed firearms or other weapons (without Police Permit) and offensive literature or pictures. Fruit and vegetables other than from New Zealand need an import permit

    Duty Free Shopping (Abolition of duty-free goods)
    Henderson International Airport offers duty free shopping that offers a variety of product. However, only certain amount of duty-free alcohol and tobacco can be purchased.

      
     

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    Credit cards/ATMs/Travel Checks

    Credit cards (Visa, Master cards and Cirrus) as well as travel cheques (to avoid additional exchange rate charges, travelers are advised to take travel cheques in Australian Dollars or Pounds...

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    Dress Code

    Informal lightweight attire is appropriate for both day and evening wear alongside comfortable footwear. Occassionally, a light sweater may be handy for those rare cool nights. Bikini and other beachwear...

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    Departure Tax

    SBD $100 for outbound international passengers 12 years and over. Some airlines include this in their ticket prices.

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    Traveling by car

    General information The required age for driving in the Solomon Islands is 18 years and above. The driver must have a driving license, and must be mentally and physically fit...

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    Bookings

    Make bookings early and with plenty of time to avoid disappointment. Many of the larger resorts get booked out well in advance so if you are particular about the places...

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    Weather and Climate

    Solomon Islands lay 12 degrees latitude of the equator and has a warm and tropical climate. The average daytime temperature ranges between 25 to 30 degrees Celsius with high humidity....

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    Health

    Main public hospital is in Honiara with smaller facilities in major provincial centres. Private clinics are also found in Honiara. Malaria medication is recommended; insect repellent and sleeping under a...

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    Shopping Details

    The general shopping hours for Solomon Islands during the weekdays (Mon-Fri) is 0800-1630 and on Sat: 0800-1200. The Central Market (Honiara) opens 0800-1700 Mondays to Saturdays.

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    Pharmacies

    Pharmacies are limited to population areas and missions. Within the capital (Honiara) the available pharmacies include; Point Cruz Chemist and Honiara Dispensary located in Point Cruz, Panatina Chemist limited located...

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    Observing Customs

    The people of the Solomon Island have a rich culture which observes many traditional "kastoms" which vary from province to province.  Please ask about appropriate behaviour and always ask permission...

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    What should I buy?

    Purchases for local artifacts, souvenirs, clothes, local food and other beverages can all be done in Honiara town (Guadalcanal Province), and few stores/markets in Gizo town (Western Province), Taro town...

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    National specialties/drinks

    Specialties: Tapioca Pudding (Cassava pudding)Motu (Local food baked in traditional oven)Taro roots and taro leaf blended in coconut milkSeafoodCoconut crabCrayfish

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    Post

    Airmail to European countries takes approximately 14 days, and to Australia it takes 1 day. The general Post Office hours (in Honiara): Mon-Fri 0800 – 1630 & Sat 0800-1200.

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    Currency

    The traditional form of currency for Solomon Islands was shell money before the bank notes was introduced. However in some provinces shell money is still used mainly for settling disputes,...

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    Visas & Passports

    Citizens of the (British) Commonwealth, United States and most European Countries do not need visas. If you have a valid passport and return ticket or onward ticket, you can acquire...

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