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Tropical coast and clear blue water among Vanuatu's tourist attractions
Vanuatu
Island field guide 6 min read

18 Best Things to Do in Vanuatu: Attractions by Island

Plan your Vanuatu holiday with a practical island-by-island guide to volcanoes, blue holes, waterfalls, beaches, culture, diving, and the best Efate day trips.

21 July 2026

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Scenic coastline on an Efate Island day tour from Port Vila
Efate Island
On the road 2 min read

Best Efate Island Day Tours from Port Vila

A local guide to planning an Efate day tour with lagoons, waterfalls, cultural stops, viewpoints, and flexible private transport.

21 July 2026

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Private cruise wharf transfer in Port Vila, Vanuatu
Port Vila Harbour
Shore day 2 min read

Port Vila Cruise Transfers and Shore Tour Guide

A cruise passenger guide to wharf pickups, Port Vila transfers, short tours, shopping stops, and getting back to the ship on time.

21 July 2026

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Local cultural experience near Port Vila on Efate Island, Vanuatu
Port Vila · Efate
Local favourites 5 min read

12 Best Things to Do in Port Vila and Nearby Efate

A local guide to Port Vila markets, culture, waterfront stops, Blue Lagoon, Mele Cascades, island day trips, and practical ways to get around Efate.

21 July 2026

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Blue Lagoon swimming stop on a three-day Efate itinerary
Efate Island
3-day route 4 min read

Efate, Vanuatu: A Relaxed 3-Day Itinerary from Port Vila

A practical three-day Efate itinerary balancing Port Vila culture, Blue Lagoon swimming, waterfalls, island scenery, local food, and flexible transport.

21 July 2026

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Tropical island and reef near Efate, Vanuatu
Across Vanuatu
Island chooser 4 min read

Efate, Tanna or Santo? Choosing the Best Vanuatu Island for Your Trip

Compare Efate, Tanna, and Espiritu Santo by attractions, trip style, transport, and ideal stay length before building your Vanuatu itinerary.

21 July 2026

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Ace Tours airport transfer vehicle in Port Vila, Vanuatu
Bauerfield · Port Vila
Arrival guide 2 min read

Port Vila Airport Transfers: What to Know Before You Land

A practical arrival guide for Bauerfield Airport, hotel transfers, luggage, timing, and private transport around Port Vila.

21 July 2026

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Clear turquoise water at Blue Lagoon on Efate, Vanuatu
East Efate
Swim guide 2 min read

Blue Lagoon Vanuatu Tour Tips: Timing, Swimming and What to Bring

How to plan a relaxed Blue Lagoon visit from Port Vila, including swim tips, family advice, and ways to combine nearby stops.

21 July 2026

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