About Guam
Travel
The participants are advised to purchase airline tickets from their place of departure to the Guam International Airport (GUM).
Visa / Entry Requirements
For international visitors, please visit: https://www.visitguam.com/about-guam/entry-and-exit-formalities/ as it details requirements for entering Guam and the United States of America (USA). International visitors are generally required to have a valid passport and visa. All participants are recommended to contact the nearest USA Embassy in their respective countries and/or obtain information from https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas.html for visa requirements. If it is pertinent, please visit: https://www.dhs.gov/visa-waiver-program-and-guam-cnmi-visa-waiver-program
An official Letter of Invitation (LOI) can be issued for the purpose of visa application. Please contact Maria Vasys if an invitation letter is needed.
Transportation
Taxis: A taxi counter is conveniently located outside the GUM West Arrival terminal building. Kindly check with the Hyatt Front Desk team for assistance in hiring a taxi while at the hotel. Meters are regulated. The standard flag rate is USD $2.40, USD $4.00 for the first mile, and USD $0.80 every 1/4 mile thereafter. Typical one-way fares are about USD $5.00 to USD $6.00 between the airport and hotel. The hotel is 4 km from the Guam airport.
Car Rental: Please visit https://www.guamairport.com/passenger/ground-transportation/car-rentals
Public Transportation: For sightseeing and shopping, Guam Red Shuttle Bus
Currency
Guam currency is the USA Dollar (USD). Information on the day-to-day exchange rates can be found at http://www.oanda.com/currency/converter/. Foreign currency may be exchanged at the Guam International Airport upon arrival and in other banks located in Tumon or at the hotel.
Climate of Guam in April
Normal Minimum temperature: 78.4 F (25.8 C)
Normal Maximum Temperature: 88.5 F (31.4 C)
Normal Humidity: 82%
Average Monthly Rainfall: 4.38 inches (111.3 mm) Casual and light attire will be appropriate even in air-conditioned Function rooms
Electricity
The electric current is 120 volt AC (60 cycles) throughout the country and use plug socket type “B”. Travelers with electric appliances should carry a plug adapter kit.
Nearby Attractions
Guam Visitors Bureau: https://www.visitguam.com/
Two Lovers Point 3.0 miles / 4.86 kilometers
DFS Galleria: 0.6 miles / 985 meters
Micronesia Mall: 1.7 miles / 2.78 kilometers
Check out Chamorro Village, a Wednesday night market, where you can immerse yourself in Chamorro Culture, food, produce and native handicrafts.
For more information, contact Maria Vasys.