Regulations may be subject to change at short notice. Contact the embassy before departure. Children under 16 years of age are exempt. A vaccination certificate will be required of arriving from an infected area. All major credit cards are accepted.
Different islands cater for different needs and are budgeted accordingly.
English is widely spoken. Roman Catholic and Muslim minorities. There is no discrimination between men and women. Saris are worn by women. Ferries operate inexpensive crossings between islands.