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

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

Exotic cultures...

many still practised today. Traditional shell money in Malaita and Red Feather money in Temotu are still in circulation.

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

Cruise...

the waters of the Solomons and experience the islands at close range with the opportunity to dive, snorkle and visit beautiful remote areas too difficult to reach by plane

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News
SIVB Online News Febraury/March
Wednesday, 02 March 2011 05:03
SIVB seeks marketing focus for 2011
SIVB has conducted 3 workshops for the industry in Munda Gizo and Honiara.   The workshops were chaired by Freda Unusi, Marketing Manager SIVB and Richard Hankin, Australian/NZ Marketing Representative SIVB. The workshops provide the members of the tourism industry, with the opportunity to communicate their thoughts and views about the direction of Solomon Islands Tourism. The Key topics discussed include: Our tourism message – what should it be and how can we improve it,  Marketing focus – what is important in promoting the Solomons and Overview of SIVB plans and activities for 2011. The next workshops will be done in the Marovos and Auki in March. A report will be collated after the workshops to determine the way forward for marketing SI tourism products in our overseas markets.

KIBCA participates in Tourism activities

The Kolobangara Island Biodiversity Association (KIBCA) is a local member based organization formed in 2008 to represent Indigenous Kolobangarans and their interests in the conservation of land and marine areas of Kolobangara Island. KIBCA also indentifies ways to generate social and employment benefits from conservation activities on the Island. Activities such as trekking, bird watching using a bird watching spotting scope from the expensive deck at the Imbu Rano lodge located at the entrance to the 400m altitude conservation area and enjoying the rainforest is now great value. Coral gardens at Nusa Tuva are a fascinating spot for adventure. For more information see www.kolombagnara.org

PNG Investors gets information on Tourism investment Opportunities in SI  
The Deputy Director of Tourism Savita Nandan presented an overview of the tourism investment opportunities available in the Solomon Islands to a group of PNG investors at the Mendana hotel  on Saturday 26th Feb flanking other important stakeholders such as CBSI, Lands and government officers presenting NCRA policies. She highlighted the Marovo lagoon for cruising type investment, the Central Islands and Marau sound. The investors showed a lot of interest on Central Islands Province but also posed a lot of questions regarding the infrastructure development currently addressed by TTF. LNG gas mining in PNG stated that they require retreat destinations for their expatriate workers and Solomon Islands could be that ideal destination.
 
Blue Holidays
Friday, 30 January 2009 00:00
Blue Holidays, the package holidays program of Virgin Blue, Pacific Blue and Polynesian Blue, now offers a one-stop shop for complete holiday solutions to the Solomon Islands.
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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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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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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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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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Camping

Camping is not encouraged and permission from the village chief or land owner must be sought

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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 tobacco2litres of wine/spiritsOther dutiable goods up to a total value...

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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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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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Major Cities/Destinations

Honiara – CapitalGizo – main tourist resortsAukiMunda

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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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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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Is it Safe?

The Solomon Islands is a very safe destination to travel to and engage in tours and other activities. The people are very friendly and keen to share their way of life...

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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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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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Nightlife

Major hotels provide entertainment with cultural performances on certain nights of the week. Clubs like Point Cruz Yacht Club and the Captains Bar in the Pacific Casino Hotel, in Honiara,...

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