Language Samoan is the national language, but English is used in commercial and government business, most Samoans are competent in English. Driving Driving is on the right hand side of the road and the road signs are in English. The roads on both islands are excellent for touring, and are well signposted. There are 1800 kms of road on Upolu and Savaii, 396km of which are main roads and 260km are sealed. The local Ministry of Transport requires a small fee for a local licence.
Dancing takes place on the beach.
Local Transport Taxis are readily available however these are not metered and it is advisable to negotiate a fare before commencement of journey. Public transport on the island of Savaii is mainly confined to privately owned buses. There are no timetables for buses serving the villages and surrounding districts, visitors are advised to consult with the local Tourist Bureau for details. Self drive vehicles are the only vehicles available and the licence of country of origin is acceptable if you are 25 years of age or older. There are ferries which operate from Mulifanua Wharf on Upolu and Salelologa Wharf on the south-east coast of Savaii and these are capable of transporting vehicles, the duration of the trip is approximately 1 hour.