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Vanuatu Duty Free Shopping

Bringing home a few souvenirs of one’s vacation is a common enough desire, but there are some locations that simply beckon you to shop. One of those locations is the beautiful islands of Vanuatu. Port Vila, the capital city, offers plenty of duty free shopping and is an absolute delight to the senses. As you meander among the colorful market stalls and shops, you will be treated to a menagerie of Melanesian, English and French cultures that will certainly leave you feeling quite cosmopolitan.

Vanuatu Duty Free Variety

Regardless of what it is that you happen to be shopping for, you will be certain to find it here. Just a few of the great items worth snatching up during your shopping spree include French perfume, jewelry, fashion wear and champagne. You will also find a plethora of souvenir shops that offer a variety of printed t-shirts as well as brightly colored sarongs that reflect the casual wear favored by locals.

One of the best locations to look for deals while shopping in Port Vila is Chinatown, which is located in Rue Carnot. Here, you can find everything from straw hats to protect you from the tropical sun to electronics. For traditional crafts as well as a variety of different souvenirs, head to Luganville Town. There is a wide variety of shops situated in this district along with quaint coffee shops and restaurants that are ideal for taking a break. Just a few of the different types of traditional crafts that are typically offered here include carvings, baskets, bead necklaces, carved bowls, headdresses and hand crafted mats. The masks, in particular, are quite popular as they reflect the styles that are still worn in traditional cultural dances on many of the islands.

The Main Street Duty Free Shops

Paris Shopping Duty Free store in Port Vila is only one of
many duty free and souvenir stores in Port Vila

For higher end items, look no further than the main street. There are numerous Vanuatu duty free shops that sell everything from liquor and wines to French crystal. Do make sure you bring your passport along with you as well as your ticket in order to make purchases. The shops here will even deliver the items you purchase to the airport or to the main wharf if you are traveling by cruise ship.

Be sure to check with HotelsCombined.com while planning your trip in order to find the lowest rates on your accommodations in Vanuatu. The money you save on your accommodations can be put toward plenty of duty free shopping during your trip!

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Vanuatu Activities Articles

• Duty Free Shops - If you have the extra time and want to pay the best price for your duty free goods, do some comparison shopping among Port Vila duty free shops. Most of them are conveniently located around the main street, making it easy to compare the prices.
• Fishing and Cruises - The pristine waters around Vanuatu archipelago are rich in a wide diversity of fish and sea life. Local cruises offer you a great way to get to know the area, by exploring the waters, lagoons, inlets and caves around the islands.
• Vanuatu Golf Courses - There are number of Vanuatu resorts and clubs that offer golfing, where you can bring your own clubs, or rent them at the club. The best known is Port Vila Golf and Country Club near Mele, where Vanuatu Open is held every year.
• Horseback Riding - If you enjoy riding a horse down the white sand beaches, through crystal blue waters, or even see the rainforests from a horseback, the Club Hippique Adventure Park provides fun and exciting horseback rides.
• Snorkeling in Vanuatu - Diving and snorkeling opportunities abound in Vanuatu. Many resorts have snorkeling tours available right on the property, while others have preferred partner companies with whom you can get discounted rates.
• Surf in Vanuatu - Although Vanuatu is not particularly known as a surfing destination, you will find that Vanuatu has some of the most powerful and hollow surf in the South Pacific. This is especially true if you are able to take a boat further out into the water.
• Vanuatu Diving - These tropical islands, bathed in crystalline waters, with incredible sea life, offer some of the best diving in the South Pacific. There are numerous dive sites, from coral reefs to WWII wrecks, most of which are found around Efate and Santo islands.
• Vanuatu Sailing - For a true tropical sailing adventure there's no better way than to start your sailing in Port Vila and continue your sailing enjoyment around other Vanuatu islands for a memorable experience.
• Weddings in Vanuatu - An island wedding or a honeymoon in Vanuatu combines the beauty of the islands with the romance. If you wish to get married in Vanuatu, there are several wedding venues in Port Vila. A popular option is to hold the ceremony in a Melanesian chapel.