"Customs of Vanuatu and travel tips." Vanuatu Local Custom Tip by worldgypsie

The Ni Vanuatu people are a very conservative people and therefor one must be mindful of this went travelling to thier country. Brief clothing of any kind is to be avoided outside the confines of your motel presinct. Loose cotton clothing is a definate must in the warmer summer months. The land is custom owned and only leased to investors on a 75yr basis, there for it is unwise to venture off the beaten path without first asking a local or asking the first person you meet on the track, locals are hospitable and will often take you to thier village to experience life in Vanuatu. Females travelling alone need to be aware of personal safety and take precautions it is unwise to travel to isolated places alone. Taking fruit from trees growing on seemingly uncared for land is also frowned upon all land is custom owned and therefor belongs to someone. The rule is when in doubt ask! Common sence approach to not leaving personal items unattended as with anywhere in the world opportunistic theft is common.