TRAVEL
TIPS
| Driving |
TBA |
| Currency |
(TOP)
Pa'anga |
| Electrical |
240 Volts |
| Telephones |
Country
Code 676, City Code, Tongatapu Island Group 87+5D, Vava'u
Island Group 88+5D |
Climate:
Tonga's climate is pleasant and slightly cooler than that of most
tropical areas. Mean annual temperature in Nuku'alofa is 23.7
C, with a mean humidity is 76%.
Electricity:
Electricity is 240 volts AC
Tipping:
Tongans do not expect tipping, though no offense will be caused
if special service is rewarded in this way.
Currency:
The Tongan dollar or Pa'anga equals 100 seniti (cents). Foreign
exchange is available at banks and major hotels. , US$1 = Tonga
$1.98 -- subject to change.
Medical
Facilities: Government provides comprehensive medical
and dental facilities for residents and visitors, including modern
hospitals in Nuku'alofa, Ha'apai and Vava'u. There are also dispensaries,
chemists and pharmacies available. There are no major communicable
diseases.
Clothing:
Although slightly cooler than most other tropical islands, casual
attire is recommended for most occasions. Brief shorts, bathing
suits, bikinis are fine for the beaches and pool-sides, but are
frowned upon if worn in public. Tonga law prohibits any person
from appearing in a public place without a shirt.
