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Languages
Tongan is the official language of the Kingdom, although English is widely spoken by most Tongans.
Currency
The Tongan dollar is the Pa’anga. While most major credit cards are accepted in Tonga. Main centres have banking and money exchange facilities.
Climate
In the summer from December to April the temperatures are warmer and more humid and the winter months from May to November are cooler and dryer. Overall Tonga enjoys a climate that is extremely comfortable and pleasant year around.
Communications
Tonga has two major telcos, Tonga Communications Corporation TCC and Digicel Tonga. Both offer satellite connection, email, fax, telephone and mobile phone services.
Business Hours
Tonga’s businesses operate Monday to Friday from 8.30 am to 4.30pm. On Saturday from 8.30am to 12 noon. All businesses are closed on Sundays. This includes most cafés and bars. Food is available in hotels and resorts.
Drinking Water
In main centres and resorts tap water is treated and safe. However in more outlying areas it is advisable to drink bottled water.
Electricity
Electricity in Tonga is 240 volts AC Hz/50 cycle.
International Airport
Located on the main island of TongaTapu, Fua’amotu International Airport is a modern, efficient airport catering for international flights from Fiji, New Zealand, Australia, Samoa and the USA.
Traditional Customs
Because Tonga has strong Christian values, Tonga is very conservative, especially when it comes to dress. Tongan law prohibits anyone appearing in public without a shirt and it is not acceptable to wear revealing clothing such as brief shorts or skirts, bikinis etc in public or when swimming at public beaches. While this dress is acceptable at resorts it is not acceptable in public as adult Tongans swim fully clothed.
Tipping
Tipping is not expected in Tonga but is always appreciated as a reward for good service
Unlike Fiji, Samoa or Tahiti, the Kingdom of Tonga has never been affected by colonisation. Tonga today still remains proudly Tongan and true to its ancient cultures and traditions. Largely undiscovered by the Tourist hordes, Tonga remains the last unspoilt destination in the South Pacific.
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