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Guam is one of the fifteen islands that make up the Mariana Islands. Today, this archipelago is divided into two U.S. political jurisdictions: the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands and the territory of Guam. The diverse culture of these island reflects a host of different arrivals, who brought their Filipino, Japanese, Korean, Mexican, Chinese, Spanish, American and other Pacific Islander cultural practices with them to Guam and the rest of the Mariana Islands, making them a culturally diverse place to visit and live. The majority of the population of Guam, however, traces its ancestry back to the original inhabitants of the island: the CHamoru...

Two factors make it important for Guam residents to keep themselves in a constant state of readiness where tropical cyclones are concerned: Tropical storms and typhoons can affect Guam any time of year, although they’re most likely from late June through December. In the days just before a storm is likely to hit, supplies can get low quickly, so if you keep your emergency store stocked throughout the year, you’re more likely to have what you need, when you need it. Your best tool for staying informed and prepared when it comes to storms are Guam’s Conditions of Readiness, which you will hear referred to...

On April 30, 2020, Guam adopted the Pandemic Condition of Readiness (PCOR) system. This four-tiered approach, set out in the Guam Recovery Panel of Advisors’ Chalan Para Hinemlo plan, establishes the criteria for the lifting of mandates and restrictions imposed in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. While the PCOR system may be new, the concept is not. In establishing the PCOR, the government of Guam adapted the familiar four-level approach of the Typhoon Condition of Readiness (TCOR) system for preparing for the arrival of a tropical storm or typhoon. Ultimately, the PCOR system and the accompanying Chalan Para Hinemlo (“Road to Recovery”) plan, has four...

Updated September 13, 2024 Thousands of people asked Google last month: “Is Guam a U.S. territory?” The quick answer? Yes. However, the longer answer is actually more interesting—and it reveals Guam’s unique global status as well as its rich history. Through 15 fascinating facts, we’ll take you through a quick tour of the series of events that led Guam to its position today as a U.S. territory, populated by citizens of diverse origins with a vibrant culture to share. #1: Guam is part of the Mariana Islands. Sort of. Guam is a member of the Mariana Island archipelago, aa crescent-shaped line of islands in the...

Guam’s status as a U.S. territory has long created confusion for those traveling or moving to the island. We hear questions all the time, like: “Is a flight from the mainland to Guam considered international or domestic?” Or: “Do U.S. citizens need to bring their passports when they fly to Guam?”  However, perhaps the most common question we deal with on a daily basis is:   “Do I have to go through customs when I move to Guam?   (Or move back to the mainland?)”  The short answer? Yes.   We’ll walk you through the longer answer in this article to address pretty much everything we think you need...

Moving scams are rare, but they do happen. When they do, we can’t help but take it a little personally. As a fourth-generation, family-owned business, we take pride in what we do—moving your most important personal possessions easily, affordably and safely. When we see a disreputable company that mishandles the belongings of its customers, we know it erodes trust all around. If you’re planning a Guam move, you may be wondering: How do I know if my moving company is reputable? We’ve put together a 10-point checklist to help you find the right Guam moving company – one you can trust. We’ll show you exactly...