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We unfortunately were there during the earthquake disaster and so our holiday was cut short. The two resorts we stayed in were excellent and our hosts made us most comfortable in the most trying time for them and their families. If you have missed out on visiting Vanuatu because of this disaster PLEASE as soon as you can when the resorts are up and running again visit. It is a beautiful country with friendly people.

Very expensive for what you get but the people are friendly & helpful. The humidity in November has been between 83 - 100% . I highly recommend the Le lepa island tour run by the local people. The waters are fantastic & great snorkelling.

Port Vila is a beautiful little city on an island. It is easy to get to it even if you are staying out of town. The blend of local and imported produces and products makes living, eating and holidaying in Port Vila much fun. It is easy to access local food markets and restaurants. My family prefer eating at the Port Vila market house where local cooks serve their best dishes using local seasonal ingredients and some imported ones. Bus-ing around Port Vila is fun if you are not in a hurry. We like to take the bus because for 150 vatu you get to go to places you would not normally see on a organised tour. My kids enjoy water activities the most. Staying by the beach fulfilled our hope of a relaxing and satisfying family holiday. Our choice of holiday spot was spot on! We had the river, the ocean, the sand and the pool.

So easy, so tropical, so vibrant - such an island vibe. Water in the port crystal clear and teeming with fish! Fruit & vege & flower markets were amazing - beautifully presented, so much organic produce, cashflow access easy, friendly helpful locals. Same with the local craft markets next door (x2) so much artistic talent - weaving was incredibly intricate, great art too (David William). Beachfront restaurant right by moored boats, lovely sunset, lovely staff, amazing covers singer and delicious food & cocktails. Loved it all. Would come back in a heartbeat.

Use taxi from airport and for tours etc, resorts charge too much for activities and transfers. Have visited Port Vila numerous times in last 17 yrs and the people are always fabulously friendly. Finding quality places to eat (outside the resorts) was very easy when asking locals and resort staff. But after this last fly in trip we will only return will be on cruises that go there.

The food in the market was excellent and resonably priced. Closed on Sundays. Mele Falls and Cascades was a great experience. One of the best steak restaurants I have eaten at, StoneGrill was awesome.