There are also some duty-free shops in Port Vila. Shops are generally open weekdays and Saturday morning. While many shops close from 11.30am to 1.30pm for lunch, eating places, banks, supermarkets and the Post Office remain open. Some specialty shops and supermarkets also open on Sunday morning. Foreign cash, travellers cheques and major international credit cards are widely accepted, though bankcard is not normally accepted.
All major hotels have regular entertainment that includes cultural shows.
Club Vanuatu and Club 21 also have poker machines and entertainment. The new Club Meridien has a casino. In the evenings, men drink kava at local kava bars or akamals . Alcohol is available at hotels and in local bars in urban areas. Triathlon events are held throughout the year, culminating in some international competitions.