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Fill your heart “With Love From GUAM”

Posted by Heidi Uy

Oh my Guam, where have you been all my life? Who would  ever thought of including this tiny island on your travel wishlist. What will you do on this island, (which for your information, is only a dot on the map)?

Where in the world is Guam?

Guam is an island territory of the United States situated in Micronesia, in the Western Pacific Ocean. A small island indeed. According to United States Census Bureau, the total population of Guam is only 160,000 – 26.3% of whom are Filipino.

As the cliche goes, never judge a book by its cover. Believe me, you can do many things in this paradise.  Come with me and  fill your heart “With love from GUAM.

I. SHOPPING

If you’re a shopaholic, this is a must-visit destination for you. This island offers a tax-free shopping and gives huge discounts from different malls like Guam Premium Outlet, KMart, Tumon Sands Plaza, T Galleria DFS and Micronesia Mall. You can find items from aspirational, to mid-range, to high end luxury brands at an affordable price. GUAMazing indeed!

Guam will have it’s 6th Annual Shop E-Festival that will run from November 10, 2017 to February 28, 2018. Plan now and I am very sure your heart will skip a beat just as we have experienced.

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The leading destination for streetwear fashion. Check my blog about CROOK GUAM to know more.

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Photo taken at Pacific Star Resort and Spa Guam

II. RELAXATION

If you are looking for relaxation, Guam will give you the certain feeling of tranquility. Nothing can beat when you wake up with a captivating ocean view every morning.  Pacific Star Resort and Spa is the only hotel in Guam that has  180-degree view of the Pacific.

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III.    FOOD

Grilled food lover?  You come to the right place. Since it is an island, you feel like celebrating summer food special year round.

Manhattan Steakhouse, the finest steakhouse in Guam.

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Eat like a local – never leave the island without eating chicken kalaguen, ribs and more in Jamaican grill.

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Surf and turf at Lone Star Steakhouse.9FEF8472-A61C-4012-AAB3-15F82CCFCFC6

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IV. Watch the Sandcastle Show – Guam’s only and biggest magic Las Vegas style show.

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V. VISIT THE FAMOUS LANDMARK

Two Lovers Point

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photo courtesy of Guam Visitors Bureau

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Chamorro Village

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photo courtesy of @visitguamph
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Merizo Bell Tower Photo courtesy of @visitguamusa IG
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View from Fort Soleded photo from @visitguamusa IG
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Valley of the Latte Adventure Park photo courtesy of @visitguamph

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VI. CHURCHES

Find time to visit Spanish-inspired architecture churches

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St. Anthony Church
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Dulce Nombre de Maria Cathedral Basilica photo courtesy of @visitguamusa IG

VII. SKY DIVING

Conquer your fear of heights as you embark on Guam’s most exciting adventure – Sky Diving.

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VIII. EXPERIENCE THE UNDERWATER ADVENTURE

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Photo courtesy of @visitguamusa IG
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Underwater Submarine adventure Photo courtesy of @visitguamph IG

IX. Enjoy resort golfing

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X.  WEDDING DESTINATION

Consider this island as one of the best intimate wedding destinations.

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I have never thought or expected that there are so many exciting things to do on this island until finally I, together with my family  got to experience the thrill of it. As if we hit a “flock of birds” with one stone. In most cases,  we found ourselves  keep hopping all day as the hotel we were checked in was just a walking distance from the beach, malls, c-store and other attractions. In other words, you can get to a lot of places easily.

Moreso, this island is just three and a half hours away from Manila and if you’re lucky enough you can even book a flight with lowest fare BUT since this is under US territory, you need a US Visa in order for you to enter the island.

Thank you so much Guam Visitors Bureau for making this trip a memorable one.

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True enough , once you visit this island , you will always be going back.

Looking forward to seeing you again!

With love from Guam,

Heidi

 

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