History of Palau

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History of Palau

Target Market Palau`s target market are people with high dollar income and people with lots of time; people towards retiring or retired.

Need to Know  Visitors should dress appropriate and respect local traditions.  Take off your shoes before entering.  Tipping is optional. Don’t bargain.  Protect yourselves from mosquito bites (Dengue fever).  Homosexual activity is illegal.  November to April are the rainy seasons.  Visa is required.  Currency is U.S. dollar.  Over 30 days fee: $100 US and must be approved.  Departure fee: $20 US.  Emergency#:  Ambulance#:  Police#: 911

Religions & Languages  Approximately more than half the population is Roman Catholic; just over one-fourth is Protestant and other faiths.  English English is the official language in all of Palau's 16 states  Palauan Palauan is the most commonly spoken language at home by 81% of inhabitants.

5 Phrases...  Hello! Alii (a—lee)  How are you? Ke ua ngerang? (ka-wanna RAHNG)  Thank you! Ke kmal mesaul ( Kuk-MAHL-ma- SAHL)  Good Bye! Ak morolung! (Ahk-more-oh- long)  My name is… A ngklek a … (Ahng-KLEEK-a …)

Accommodations  Rock Island – Quad Cities The Holiday Inn  Palau Royal Resort

Festivals & Events  Palau celebrates many traditional western holidays such as New Year's, Christmas, Thanksgiving and Labor Day, as well as regional holidays such as Youth Day and Senior Citizens Day.  Annual Palau Sports Fishing Association's Fishing Tournament (April)  Underwater Palau International Photo Festival (May)  Festival of Pacific Arts (July) The largest event in the Pacific!  Tourism Awareness Week ( Third week of Nov.) Activities feature tourism themes and industry awards.

Tourism Facts  Number of Visitors was over 100,000 in 2011 (13% increase from 2010)  Service sector dominates Palauan economy -Contributing more than 50% of GDP and employing more than half of the work force -Government only employs 30% of workers and accounts for 20% GDP

What they want to do with Tourism… Palauan tourism and environmental authorities would like to adjust the industry, simultaneously decreasing tourist volume and increasing income by attracting more high- dollar tourist..

Environmental Impacts Unplanned Development Fresh Water Contamination Pollution Natural Resource Depletion

The Flag

Information on Koror  Koror was the capital of Palau in  It’s a city in the heart of Micronesia.  More than 17,000 people live in Koror.  Koror is influenced by the culture of Philippines, Japan and Americans.

Information on Koror  Almost all the banks, shopping area and other businesses are located in Koror.  Most resorts businesses can speak a variety of languages such as, English, Japanese, Chinese and Korean.  There is about 20 resort and hotels in this city. Airai Water Paradise Hotel & Spa Belau National Museum WCTC Shopping Center

Attractions in Koror Jellyfish Lake: Jellyfish Lake is one of Palau's most famous dive sites. It is famous for the millions of golden jellyfish which travel across the lake daily. Ngardmau Falls: Enjoy the pools, a short hike through the jungle or through the river brings you to the waterfall. Etpison Museum: The 3-story building houses 2 floors of Palauan and Micronesian artifacts, and more.

Rock Island of Palau

“a labyrinth of emeralds floating on cobalt sea”

Known for… Marine Environment Tropical Island Beauty

Popular because of…

Activities

2 Tour Companies  Specializes in water activities – exploring coral reefs & sunken ships and planes  Takes you to unique places with many photo opportunities and involves you in rare activities

Fish N’ Fins

Neco Marine

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