GUAM | People, Weather, Military, Travel, Where to stay
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This kicks off the "Exploring Guam" series with a general overview of Guam and basic info you should know when visiting here! This is for those who are new to the island, planning a trip, or may be moving to Guam soon. Learn about where Guam is exactly, what the weather is like, what military bases are located here, where to stay, and more. I hope this video entices you to visit the island sometime and experience all it has to offer!
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00:00 Hafa Adai!
00:46 Location
01:34 Size
02:10 Weather
02:50 Religion
03:09 Schools
03:38 Military
04:15 The People
06:38 Where to stay
08:10 Personal experiences
0:46 Location - Where is Guam? We're a little island in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, within the vicinity of Australia, Hawaii, the Philippine Islands, and Japan. It's very easy to travel from here to other parts of Southeast Asia.
1:34 Size - 30 miles long, about 210 sq. miles. As of 2021, its population is roughly 168,000. From personal experience, you could drive around the entire island in about 2 hours, which means commute from home to workplace is never more than 30-40 minutes.
2:10 Weather - It is consistently humid on Guam. Summertime is when the warmer temperatures are felt with highs between 88-91 degrees F and lows between 77-80 degrees F. You WILL sweat so dress light! Cooler temperatures in the 70s occur during the months of November to January/mid-February.
2:50 Religion - Guam is a predominantly Catholic community, but there are other smaller church groups such as Baptist, Mormon, Seventh Day Adventist, Methodist, etc. that exist.
3:09 Schools - There are 27 public Elementary Schools, 8 public Middle Schools, 6 public High Schools, and about 13-14 private schools that house a variety of grade levels. The two college level schools present are the University of Guam and the Guam Community College. Guam colleges are highly recommended if you want to pursue a degree in Marine Biology.
3:38 Military on Guam - There are two main military installations, one being Andersen Air Force Base in Yigo and the other being Naval Base Guam (Big Navy) in Santa Rita. There are other smaller installations around the island like NCTS, Naval Magazine, Naval Hospital, etc. which means many federal job opportunities AND a high turnover cycle for military personnel and families stationed on Guam.
4:15 People - This mini melting pot is home to so many! Ranging from CHamorus, Filipinos, tourists, military, and other Micronesian Islanders, you're bound to meet people from so many backgrounds and ethnicities. DON'T mix up the CHamorus with "chods"/"chauds." A true CHamoru will be very welcoming and hospitable to newcomers while a chod/chaud will be more closed off.
6:38 Where to stay - This is a broad statement because the bottomline is that you should definitely explore the different areas and villages IN PERSON. From a general description, the noisier, busier parts of Guam would be the villages of Dededo, Tumon, Tamuning, and sometimes east Agana. The quieter areas that are away from the hustle and bustle would be villages like Mangilao, Yona, Talofofo, Inarajan, Asan, Agat, Santa Rita, Umatac, and Merizo.
8:10 Different personal experiences - I'm not going to lie and say everyone has loved Guam; people have either loved their time here or they've hated it. However, it all depends on what YOU make of it. Are you going to stay at home the whole time and miss out on potential experiences and friendships, or are you someone that will explore the island and make an active effort to meet people and discover all the hidden gems Guam has to offer? It's really up to you when you get here.
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Hi, I have a question we are going to live in gaum, and it sound really nice there, so it is kind of weird question but what area/part of Guam do you live in/nearby and what type of items that you can pack are hard to get there??
Also, we have 3 dogs and I LOVE dogs and I have been hearing that there are a lot of lose dogs there and I dont mean to be rude, but do they take care of the dogs there like lose one???
@@thepokeypanda101 How exciting for you! When we were there, we stayed in the more central areas of Agana Heights and Sinajana. It was within short driving distances to a lot of great spots all around the island.
There are a lot of stray dogs but GAIN (Guam Animals in Need) is pretty good about taking them in for potential adoption.
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@@denhan1947 Hafa Adai! 🇬🇺
I was shipped to Guam in support of Operation Frequent Wind which resulted in the construction of Tin City. While I was working around the clock, I didn’t get out of work and out on the island for several months. This was in the early 70s. When the operation came to an end and I had time to see the island and meet the people I fell in love with Guam. Fortunately, CINCPAC opened up the island for enlisted military families and provided travel and housing. My family lived in Tamuning. My daughter was born at the Naval Hospital in Agana - just prior to Typhoon Pamela making landfall. While it was bad, the islanders were welcoming and sharing food and supplies. My daughter is planning a visit to the island soon!
Oh I'm so happy you got to experience all the wonderful things about Guam, even through a crazy typhoon! Have you ever visited back since then?
My father got stationed on Guam in the 80s. One of the best things my family did when they got there was go out and explore the island. It just happened to be fiesta time in Yigo and my family just went around and ate at different family celebrations. Everyone was so welcoming and friendly. My siblings and I made so many local friends before we even started school. From then on I enjoyed my stay on Guam. I got off the base all the time to hang out with friends. In school I wasn't isolated like a lot of the base kids who stuck together in groups. My father ended up retiring on Guam an I ended up going to middle school and graduating high school there (Simon Sanchez!). 3 of my siblings married Guamanians. My sister married into a Chamorro family and has lived there for over 30 years now. It's an amazing island with amazing people. My advice to people that get stationed there or move there, don't isolate yourself! Get out and make friends with locals. It will completely change your experience!
This is wonderful! I'm always so happy when I hear about newcomers having such a pleasant experience and eventually gaining family and great friendships during their time on Guam ❤ And yes I completely agree--you definitely got to explore the island and get the full experience!
My son got stationed in Guam he’s actually on he’s way over there he’s in the Navy
Thank you! I have similar goals. Guam is going to be #1 on my station wish list and I’ll like to marry a nice humble girl from Guam and have lots of kids.
I lived on Guam from 1949 until 1959. There is a picture of our family and a brief history of why we were there at Guampedia with a search for James Murray Stewart. We lived in Mangilao and I attended Mong Mong school while my brother and sister went to Adelupe (sp?) and George Washington High School. I would love to come back and see all the progress that has been made there. I loved living there as a child and swimming at Tumon beach. There were no hotels or tourists when I lived there. It was all open and free and I loved my chamoru friends. It was heaven!
I lived in Mangilao too--my home village! That's so awesome you got to experience the wonderful people and beauty of the island. You should definitely plan a visit back!
We were there in the 70s and loved every minute. Its too busy now, we appreciated the people and their culture. It was a great way of life. Thanks for the video
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I'm always so happy to hear when people have had wonderful experiences while on Guam! I visited back home earlier this year, and now I need to go back every year for that island fix 💛
I lived in Tamuning Guam when I was a child and have a lot of great memories from there. I would love to come back to the island sometime and revisit my old stomping grounds. Im sure it is still as awesome as I remember it to be.
Aww that's awesome! I went to LBJ and Tamuning Elementary. You should definitely plan a vacation to see anything new that's around since you were last there!
I was stationed on Guam for two years in the 80's and loved it. The Chamorro people I met were wonderful and I hope to get back one day for a visit to the island. It was very easy to make acquaintances and if you do, you do not need a lot of money to have fun. The people I hung out with did not have a lot of money and I didn't either, but we were happy to see each other when we were together. A very laid back place for me.
Yes! That's definitely one of my favorite things about Guam, the friendliness and hospitality you experience from the true Chamoru people. I'm so glad you enjoyed your time on the island!
I just came across your video while searching for stuff about Guam. I'm thinking about relocating to Guam from Tokyo. I've only been there once about 10 years ago. I only got to see a little bit of the island. Great content! Can't wait to see your other videos. I'd be interested in what the locals do and what things cost.
You definitely got to explore around! A lot of people think there's not much to do or see because it's a smaller island, but there are so many hidden gems!
Cool. Keep it up. Thanks.
Thank you so much for the feedback! I had a great time making these for sure 💛🇬🇺
I lived there as a child for 3 years. Beautiful place
It will always be home for me! The people, food, and sights are just amazing. Thank you for sharing that!
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I'm so curious about this tiny island, I'm from South Africa and I heard about Guam in 2011 for the first time but this morning I just decided to Google it and see what it's about , thanks for the video 👍
So glad you enjoyed the video! I hope it provides some insight and guidance if you ever plan to travel there!
idk whats been up with me but ive been looking up things about Guam these days.. and its making me wanna visit Guam someday. the island seems so nice.
im a new subscriber by the way..thanks for posting videos!
My pleasure! It's absolutely gorgeous with so many amazing sites to explore 💛
Thanks for the video, great job!
Going there this weekend from Florida.
Can’t wait to see the island!
I'm jealous! Have a wonderful time! Do you have family there?
@@DaniAdams
No family, going for work.
I’m assuming you don’t live there anymore?
@@ferdinanddeang7267 Oh nice! No we live in Virginia now. Can't wait to visit back someday though. It really is a wonderful place!
Thank you. Informative video about the island. Reminds me a little of Okinawa.
Aww I've never been to Japan! I've heard so many great things about the people and the food 💛 It's on my bucket list for sure. Glad you enjoyed the video!
Good stuff guyz☺️
Thank you! I'm happy you enjoyed the video!
Spot on. Great job!
Thank you! I'm sure little things will change over the years but at least some people can use this for basic info 😁
@@DaniAdams - True 🙂
I just signed a travel nurse contract for 12/27! So excited and nervous lol, thank you for your informative video! I am very excited to learn more of the culture and experience Guam!
Oh my gosh how exciting! You're going to love your time there. How long is your contract for??
@@DaniAdams 13 weeks! I am so excited. I am doing a lot of research beforehand. Looking for a long term rental hopefully as well. I will be working at Guam Regional Medical. Do you have any advice or input you can kindly share?
@@KatelynMariee Oh nice that's the perfect amount of time to really explore the island! I'm not too sure how widely-used Airbnb is, but I would definitely join some Facebook groups for Guam rentals like facebook.com/groups/681471095227462/?ref=share
or also facebook.com/groups/1492597817660847/?ref=share
I also know some great realtors who could help you find some hidden gems so let me know if you would like their info and I can email it to you 😊
I love your vids I'll be moving there in June can't wait
Whoohoo! I'm sorry I must have missed this comment a while back. How exciting! How long will you be living there? You're going to love it!
@@DaniAdams I will be living here for 2 years I'll be exploring as soon as I get there and I do plan to work in the night industry I'm guessing that's where the money is at.
@@noeliveli9433 Nice! I'm curious to see what new nightlife places have started up since the last time I was there.
I visited Guam a couple of times when I was working in Taipei. I really loved it.
That's awesome! How long ago was that?
Beautiful country!
It really is! I'm so proud to call it home 🥰🇬🇺
Beautiful Island!
I was stationed there at (the former) NAS Agana in '72-'73 for a year. Enjoyed my visit. Learned to scuba dive, and got my certification. Had a lot of fun 'boonie stomping' and exploring the waterfalls. Visits to Japan & Hong Kong, too.
That's so awesome! I always love hearing when people who have visited or lived on Guam had such a wonderful experience. I'm so sad I haven't visited Japan or Hong Kong yet, but it's definitely on the bucket list!
great video!
Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed it! Have you ever been to Guam??
@@DaniAdams yes I lived on Anderson Air force for a few years when I was a kid. Went to Tarague Beach and Micronesia Mall every weekend. Attended Upi elementary and FB Leon Guerra middle school. Guam is so beautiful. Want to move there
@@deeray0604 Oh wow that's awesome! I do love Tarague Beach--smooth, white sands and the peaceful ocean view 😍
I Served in the U.S. Army while serving I served with some Great Guamanians. I'd love to meat them again and visit the Island sometime. Total Respect....
Thank you for your service!
Thank you for your chanel. I was stationed there in 1978-1979. Always wanted to go back to see the tremendous changes.
Thank you for the support! I'm glad you enjoyed the video 💛 I can only imagine how different it would be for you, but for sure the beaches are still gorgeous!
@@DaniAdams i was stationed at NAS, Agana, which was decommissioned around 1993. I've seen old pictures and videos but have not seen or don't know what is there now. I heard a Christian school and a DMV? Very special memories
@@stevevisconti908 You should definitely join one of the Guam groups on Facebook and see all the pics they share. My favorites are Guam Scenics and Sunsets and also Guam Foodies 😁
@@DaniAdams thank you. Are you on Instagram?
@@stevevisconti908 No I don't have an account for this channel. I'm trying to monitor one media outlet at a time haha!
I was stationed there from 1986-1989. I loved my time there. I was adopted by 3 families, and the love shown and shared changed my life. Before my time is over, I want to return, for it was beautiful for me.. ❤💯👏🏾 Hafa adai
This is such a wonderful story! I'm always so happy when I hear about people who are new to the island and are so embraced by the locals. Thank you for sharing this! ❤
I love to visit Guam🥰🙏😍
Me too! It's always a fun time whenever I visit back home!
I’m moving to Guam this summer. This video is super beneficial. I’m excited to get there!
Oh wow how exciting! I'm so happy the video was helpful. Definitely check out some of my other ones about things to do and experience while on Guam. How long will you be there for?
@@DaniAdams we will be there for 3 years on Andersen AFB
@@laurasofly8107 If you decide to live up north near AAFB, you'll be so close to one of my favorite hikes Ague Cove! You'll also be close to some awesome golf courses and only 10-15 away from Tumon with all the restaurants and nightlife!
Hello, I’m planning to move there. Can you help me answering me one question? Is it expensive to live there? Thank you!
@@gra98 I feel like it's expensive but I'm from Arkansas which is a fairly inexpensive state to live in. There are no taxes though so that's really nice.
I was stationed at Andersen from 70-73. Our first son was born there. I got my worst ever sunburn while snorkeling Tumon Bay. Loved the video!
Aww that must be so fun for your son to tell people he was born on Guam! I know I love sharing that 💛 Thank you for watching, and I'm glad you enjoyed it. Have you visited back since then?
@@DaniAdams sadly we haven’t. I would love to take my son to the island. It has changed so much since we left. 50 years ago! We loved the people there! The food, drink and the fiestas. We lived in Yigo! Looking forward to seeing all of your videos!!
@@barrythompson153 It has changed but those aspects you named are definitely still the main highlights! I always love hearing about people's positive experiences. Snorkeling would be one of my favorite things that I miss there 😭
Oh that discrimination of the 2 types of people on the island described Hawaii perfectly too. The majority of the people were very welcoming, accommodating and nice. There are a few maybe 15-20% of people who are EXTREMELY territorial, rude and unwelcoming to outsiders. They exaggerate and act like everyone who isn’t from there are destroying the island.
You couldn't have said it any better! I'm sure there are people like that in every place, but that's why it's up to the kinder majority to assure visitors that it doesn't define the population as a whole 💛
I had the pleasure of living there for 7 total years
Loved it ❤️💯
It's such a wonderful place! I'm glad you had a great experience while you were on Guam! Did you indulge in a lot of the water activities?
@@DaniAdams I went snorkeling and deep sea fishing a couple of times but no scuba. Believe it or not but golf was cheaper.
@@williamjones6031 I've never golfed but have heard some of the golf courses on Guam are gorgeous! I recently had lunch at the Onward Mangilao Golf Course restaurant for the first time and wow, what a view!
I am impressed that you answer most of the comments. I was stationed a the Naval Hospital during the Viet Nam war bringing casualties from Anderson AFB among other duties. Other than dealing with wounded and dead Marines, I loved Guam and particularly the Guamanian people. My wife and I are planning a visit in Feb 2024. I'd love to meet up with you and perhaps vlog together.
Thank you for your service!
Aw how exciting! I'm currently not living on Guam, but we'll be visiting around September. How long are you visiting for?
Cool video. I was stationed there 2007-2010.
That's awesome! Up at AAFB or at Big Navy?
@@DaniAdams hi I was at AAFB. Good times 🤙🏾
@@zjgvergara Haha it's funny because I always felt like Andersen was so far from everything. Now that I live in the states, it's like damn I miss those only 20 min drives 😂
Enjoyable video, great commentary and scenery. A quibble: Dry heat is definitely more comfortable than humid heat. You may prefer humid and that’s fine! But there’s a reason that the least livable places with extreme heat also have extreme humidity. (I’m also saying this as I go through the worst heat wave in the Pacific Northwest in recorded history. It hit 114°F at my home today but the humidity was very low. It really would’ve been far worse if it was the opposite.)
Oh my gosh! That's crazy hot! Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate 💧 Thank you for watching. I'm glad you enjoyed the video!
Kevin, I grew up in Florida and currently reside in metro Phoenix, AZ. From somebody who's spent multiple years in both a subtropical and desert environment you've got it absolutely right.
In some Southeast Asian countries, the extreme heat and almost 100% humidity makes them so oppressive to live in.
I’ve lived in 29 Palms where it’s nothing but dry heat. I think I’ll take Guam’s weather any time of the day. But to each their own I guess
Love from Bangladesh
Sending love back to ya! 💛
LOVE GUAM 1968.
Hafa Adai! 🇬🇺💛 I'm proud to call this beautiful island home!
Nice video I’m new to your channel
Thanks so much--I hope you enjoyed it! Have you ever been to Guam?
You are good at this Danielle ❤️
Aw thanks so much Ashley! I love sharing about our home island! 💛🇬🇺
@@DaniAdams that’s so awesome, and soon you’ll hit 1000 subscribers- you definitely have the watch hours down. Dang girl, proud of you.
@@ashleytrusso8866 Little by little but it's definitely the goal! I'd be so stoked to turn my passion into an actual income stream. Thank you so much for your support!
@@DaniAdams anytime❤️❤️❤️
I have to agree with Ashley! I have watched other vlogs on Guam, and hands down this channel is by far the most accurate, truest & well thought out content, making it worth watching from beginning to end. I am taking a trip to Guam in a few days with a friend that has never been to our Island, and these videos have spiked up our excitement for this upcoming two week vacation! 😁 Let’s G😎!!! Hafa Adai! 🌺
Ypao beach was my favorite spot.
It's nice there! I like how there's such a huge space for so many different activities, like sports or family gatherings 💛 The outdoor shower there is super convenient too.
GUAHAN ✊🔥🇬🇺
It'll always be my home! 🇬🇺💛 Hope you enjoyed the video!
I love Guam. Been there twice. :) humidity sux tho.. lol it is hot there compared to Hawaii.
Haha I totally agree! The only upside to the humidity is the moisture benefits for your skin 💁🏽♀️I'll always love it though 😊
Stationed at Andersen AFB '04-'07. Had such a great time there...definitely miss it.
I'm so glad you had a great experience! Did you ever visit back?
@@DaniAdams Unfortunately only stopped through on my way to the Philippines. Someday I will make it back to visit!
@@shanehayes9349 Definitely! Totally worth it 🙌
Whats something you recommend bringing from the states that might be hard to get there
@@cyradinneen1347 That's a tough question! I can't think of anything specific at the top of my head, but maybe certain snacks or specific food brands you love might not be there. It's nothing you can't order online of course, but it's really one of those things where you won't know until you find yourself missing it haha
Hi Dani, Im so glad I found your videos. I fell in live with Guam when I first went there about 25 years ago. i was with the navy, and a navy diver. we stayed at the Hyatt in Tuman… I thought I died and went to heaven! Now that Ive retired from the fire dept in San Diego, Im thinking about building a house there in Guam. ( i have a general contractor license). I really miss the Guam vibes. I was always sad leaving. Hafa dai pretty lady!
I'm so happy you loved your experiences here! I know for a fact that I have to come back at least once a year to soak up these awesome island vibes. That would be so awesome for you to build a home here--vacation home or your forever home? Where on the island did you like living?
@@DaniAdams Hi Dani, I would build a home to live in! Just a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom house, with a view! hopefully. I really loved Tumon of course for the activities. The beaches in front of the Hyatt hotel and the other hotels are amazing! I wish I were there right now. I am only sad to hear that drugs and crime are bad in Guam now. Another TH-cam guy named Adam, has talked about that. Oh, so you don't live on Guam full time?
@@John33gfed The great thing is how everything is so close too, so no matter where you live on the island, it's never that far from everything else. Yes that's correct--I'm not currently on Guam. My family and I are stationed out in Virginia so visiting my home island is going to become a must every year 🇬🇺❤
@@DaniAdams Ohhhhhh, haha. Im lost! but I am kinda new on here....I will get it soon enough. Im up to speed now, thanks!
6:25 When I went to Guam before, two Micronesian guys (maybe Chamoru) picked up my passport that I dropped by mistake, and I really appreciated it. I panicked because I lost it, until they called me to my room in the hotel and let me know that they had my passport.
When I went to the lobby to meet them and get it, they demanded money from me before they were going to give it back to me.
Of course it didn't give me a good image of Guam, but as you said, I won't assume that it is what the entire Guam is like.
I'm so glad you didn't let that define the whole island. I'm sorry you had that experience! Why can't people just do good for the sake of doing good? 😓
You should've just given them a small amount of money as a reward. They really saved your neck.
A lost passport while traveling in another country is no laughing matter. If I had been in your place, I would've been happy to reward them.
was stationed there....Guam felt like a big military base....spent most of my free time in the Philippines :))))
I love the ease of traveling around Southeast Asia from Guam! Did you also explore much of Guam while you were there (dives, hikes, etc.)?
@@DaniAdams yes....when I was there(in my early 20"s) I was more into the club/dating scene, so probably didn't take advantage of all the island had to offer, but from what I remember, it was peaceful....
@@spanishh2001 That's totally understandable haha! Got to take advantage of the party scene and easy travel when you're young 👉 Well if you ever visit back, you should definitely explore the sights and water activities!
@@spanishh2001 you meant the gogo bar scene
I did subscribe btw hehe From Sophie
Every month a village has a party everybody invited that is cool even buses go to the villages military people
It used to take one hour around the whole island at that time it was 1987 Came back to Texas year 2000
Yes! Definitely a convenient drive! Did you ever visit back since then?
For sure in Scottsdale, Arizona is FILLED with chods!!! Pods with chods..... Why I am trying to escape 💁🏼♀️💁🏼♀️
Oh my goodness hahaha! I would have never thought there would be a grouping in AZ!
I watched till the end so it cut off my comment so this is anew one.i would like to visir guam but the flight from philliphines same price as to vegas my home i did subscribe and liked to learn more.
That's crazy! Isn't a flight from the Philippines to Vegas around $1500? I know between the Philippines and Guam it should be $500-$600.
I did 4-6 month deployments in Guam on the USS Michigan from 2014-2018, we were officially stationed in Washington when we wasn't on deployment so I didn't live on the island. I found out that I will be returning to Guam some point, I'm assuming maybe within a year after I report to my next boat.
That's awesome! How much did you get to explore the island during your deployments?
@@DaniAdams I didn't get to explore to much back then. I did get to go snorkeling a couple times, hangout at gab gab, I've been to a few restaurants in Tamuning and Agat.
@@brandonreder9869 Oh man I miss snorkeling on Guam 😭 It's so clear and beautifully blue! Well that's good you got that experience--gotta get in the water at least!
I was stationed there in 1973, I was in the Seabees at a place called Davisville, I haven't been back since. Must be so much different now being all built up. But isn't that true of many places now.
I love seeing old pictures of the island before it was developed the way it is now! If you ever check out the Facebook groups "Beautiful Guam" or "Guam is Where I Come From," some people post photos from the 50s and 60s, before-and-after stuff, etc. It's amazing to see how much it's changed!
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Giiiirl! I found a name twin! 😲😲😲 Looking up vids & info on Guam and---*brake screech*---ANOTHER "Dani"?!? Same last name, too?!?
Chile, I am SHOOK!
Ok... Lemme go head and watch the vid. Lol! This is so crazy... I thought YT was trolling me! 😄😄😄
Oh my gosh that's amazing! What a small world we live in 💛 I hope you enjoy the videos!
@@DaniAdams Absolutely bananas, right?! 😁 Thank my mom for deciding that my full name, gifted to me by my father, was too complicated & I would be Dani "until she could pronounce it". Lol!...and "Adams" is such a laughably common name, but meeting someone who shares both my first AND last name?!? Ridiculous!
Yes, I absolutely did enjoy the video. Looking forward to learning more about this mysterious little island... U know I subbed so quick! 😋
@@OddWomanOut_Pi81 Are you moving to Guam, or planning a vacation visit? You'll love it there!
@@DaniAdams Not in the near future, no. The idea of US territories popped into my head & I was about to start down a rabbit hole. Lol!
@@OddWomanOut_Pi81 Aww well if you do end up visiting there, it is absolutely gorgeous and the people are so hospitable 💛 I can't wait for the next time I visit back!
I Windsurf to cocos island
I live in Guam
It is a beautiful paradise to call home! 🇬🇺💛
Is it worth it coming for a week now (early october)? Considering it's the wet season and it might rain all day
I would try to schedule your visit for a non-rainy period, especially if you plan to explore around. Around late Oct-Nov is a better timeframe where the rain would more occasional.
I'm looking forward to the "fun".
I spent 7 1/2 years on Guam and LOVED it. 5 1/2 in the Navy (1995-2001) and 2 as a civilian contractor 2006-2008) doing the same job except foe 3X the pay.
Some practical things newbies need to know are:
1. If you're Military for the basic things there's nothing better than the Exchanges/Commissaries
2. If your car breaks down put a "for sale" sign on it before you go for help otherwise it will bet stolen or stripped for parts.
3. For military people entire families are required to attend rules of the sea orientation because of the undertow around the island. That said, Everyone should do that. It could be life or death. The Philippines is a very long way.
4. Fun stuff: Go to the village fiestas. Each village has one every year. You won't regret it.
Thank you for these additional tips! I'm glad you enjoyed your time on the island! When are you going back?
@@DaniAdams Unfortunately, I'm done traveling. Not to mention the cost to get there now.
what about the rainy season?
It tends to rain on and off throughout the week, but the "rainier" months would be from mid-July to mid-September 🌧
Could you please do a video of how to pronounce the different villages? I’m moving there soon and I don’t want to mess up the names!
Oh my gosh I'm so excited for you! Yes absolutely, I would be happy to do that video!
@@DaniAdams we are so excited!! We have lived on an island before, Okinawa. My kids can’t wait to get to Guam!!
@@ShanaBee10 When are you moving there??
@@DaniAdams in January 2022!
@@ShanaBee10 I'm sorry this took a while but I didn't forget! Village names in my newest video 😁 th-cam.com/video/HiLTU_WJ4S0/w-d-xo.html
How bad is the rainy season from August-September?
It's not too bad from what I remember. For last year, I think it rained heavily 1-2 days each week.
My son is in the Navy and he is stationed in Guam. He is actually on he’s way over there. I hope I can visit him soon but I feel he’s gonna be to far away from me 😢I’m in California
Aww! It may feel far at first, but the travel back and forth will get easier over time. You would most likely go the Honolulu route from Cali. If you do visit, make sure you stay for more than a week to make the trip worth it! There's so much to explore around the island!
My brother is half true Chamoru and half chaud. He is so entitled and acts unwelcoming to foreigners, but then he is polite and geftao to other Chamorus. He's a Chaudmoru
Oh my gosh that is too funny. I'm half Chamoru and half Filipino (Chalipino) 😂 I joke about acting chaud and imitate it when a situation doesn't need an overreaction LOL
can you suggest an apartment near the US naval hospital in Guam especially if you do not have a car.
I'm not too sure on the names, but there are several apartment buildings all along Route 7 in Agana Heights which are within walking or biking distance to the Naval Hospital! If I find the names I'll update here!
I am thinking about checking out Guam. I am retired in Bangiok. pppppppp You have your fairy tales a bit confused. It was the Three Bears where thing were "just right". I know because I developed a course on English Fairy Tales for English learners. pppppppppp Good video. I subscribed. I like the videos where the speaker is about information rather than being endearing or clownish.
Oh my gosh I love Bangkok! I plan to have a vacation home there one day. Yes haha I was referring to Goldilocks having the complex of wanting to find the thing that's just right, but yes the same fairy tale.
Thank you for subscribing! Hope you enjoy the other videos as well!
@@DaniAdams Listen to me, Perfect Girl. I believe your Fairy Tale source is inaccurate. It is sad. Fairy tales are timeless because they reflect a common human condition in a raw concentrated form. that resonates with human beings of all kinds. Someone must have tried to improve your version of Cinderella. Maybe they were a political or self-help kind of author. Let me know when you come to Bangkok and I will take you to McDonalds. Hurry up.
@@Bearhawk58 Haha that's funny because I never tried the McDonald's while we were there. I always loved exploring the local restaurants whenever we visited. Can't wait till my next trip back to see how much has changed since the last time I was there!
Hello, I am Egyptian, and I will travel tourism to the island of Micronesia from Turkey, and I will have a transit on the island of Guam for two hours. Do I need a transit visa or not?
I'm not sure about Guam's travel requirements for other countries, but here's a link that should be helpful: www.onlinevisa.com/visa-requirements/
Funny, watching this TH-cam Guam vlog post delta & the omicron & now its new subvariant ba2 - it just all feels like a lifetime ago. So is it Guam or Virginia?
I'm currently in Virginia. I'd love to visit back to Guam again, but it seems I'd have to wait for things to calm down there 😭
@@stevenmoylan166 So true haha! No one ever thinks I'm from Guam because I sound like I'm from California 😂
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Remember your roots- chaud 4 life
th-cam.com/video/ADgaUsHgaiY/w-d-xo.html
Marble cave fresh shrimp
Would you believe I've never been to any of the caves?? 😭 I definitely have to put it on my bucket list for the next time I visit!
I'm a teacher that is interested in moving to Guam. Which sites are best for teaching jobs?
How exciting! Here are some links you can check out for teaching positions at both Guam DOE and also for DoDEA (military):
www.gdoe.net/District/Department/14-Human-Resources-Division/1753-Employment-Opportunities-and-Status.html
www.dodea.edu/guamhs/employment.cfm
Are there any casinos?
Unfortunately no 🙁 I wish! I think they have some smaller game rooms where you can play on the pachinko machines or buy Bingo cards, but that's about it.
Haffa ninni
Considering coming here as a travel nurse, would it be hard to find short term (3 month) housing?
I'm not too sure how widely used Airbnb is there, but it's worth a shot to see if there are some short term rental units! There's also a Facebook group Guam Rentals that you can check out for availabilities 😁
@@DaniAdams thank you so much! I’m really hoping it works out that I get to come work there!
@@sophiawatkins3190 I hope you get to experience it! It's a wonderful time!
@@sophiawatkins3190I’m here for a month at a motel that is designed like a small apartment. My neighbor is a traveling nurse. I’m here for just a month. She is probably staying longer.
Im working in guam for 1 month for work . Where do I buy/rent a bike ?
Nice! Are you referring to a bicycle or a motorcycle?
@@DaniAdams bicycle
@@irishnomad9993 I would try with the sporting goods stores like Hornet Sports, Champion, and Goody's. Then there's also a buy-sell-trade group on Facebook that you can also join and see if anyone is renting their bike personally: facebook.com/groups/guamgrab/?ref=share&mibextid=NSMWBT
Hope this helps!
I'm from a 3rd world country. Can I use my regular US Tourist visa to enter Guam?
Or does Guam need another kind of visa?
Yes you can use a U.S. visa to visit Guam! Here's a link to the Guam Visitors Bureau site with more info: www.visitguam.com/about-guam/entry-and-exit-formalities/
@@DaniAdams Hey thanks. I can start planning my vacation trip now!
@@reynaldoflores4522 So exciting! I know at the moment they have a lot of covid restrictions/protocols in place so I would definitely look that up first. Otherwise, have an amazing time there! 🇬🇺
Can you post a link to a quiet, safe, and cheapest area to live in? I will be moving there in 2022. I am not interested in airbnb. Is there a guam forum?
What's your email? I'll connect you with a trusted realtor on Guam to help you with a home search!
Did you teach choreo for school plays?
Yes I did! I choreographed for Santa Barbara, Father Duenas, and a couple of independent projects. I miss that so much!
@@DaniAdams OMG YOU WERE MY CHOREOGRAPHER FOR SOUTHERN HIGH SCHOOL! You did fame hairspray and greese
@@anoobisshenanigans4800 OMG yes for GATE! Those were so much fun!
OMG that’s hecka funny when I saw this TH-cam video I was like this girl looks Hella familiar lol
@@anoobisshenanigans4800 Honestly I really miss teaching and choreographing. I'm sure I'll get back into it eventually 😊 It was always a pleasure working with Anne and Ray too!
Looking for Joe Makwatta I’m not sure if that’s how you spell his last name can you help me with his last name please
What does he do?
Can I travel to Guam this coming summer?????
I'm sure you can! I would just look up the current covid restrictions/protocols for travel because I know it changes every few months.
Hai how can I contact you?
Hi! You can email me at theislandunicorn@gmail.com 😊
Hello how do i come over to guam to work from africa
Hi! What line of work are you in?
@@DaniAdams I'm a physiotherapist
@@silac9153 I know of a few clinics on Guam that you can reach out to through their website and/or contact info. There's Newgen, Custom Fitness, S.O.A.R., Active Life, and a few others. You can also check Guam Jobs Online for their current listings. Hope this helped!
@@DaniAdams alright please can you share their website or anyway I can reach you
@@silac9153 guamjobsonline.com
I want to move here. is it possible for US citizens, non military, to move here and get a job? I work on the clinical side of healthcare...
You can definitely move to Guam! What occupations in healthcare are you referring to?
@@DaniAdams Radiology... I want to move somewhere with a slower pace, and more of a small town type of feel.. the place I live has quadrupled in the last 4 years, and they are attempting to cut down all the trees, and build something on every square inch of land... I got to get away... BTW, are all the women there as pretty as you are? 🙂
@@xisotopex I totally get that. I do love Guam's more chill vibe. I would recommend checking out guamjobsonline.com and/or joining the Facebook group Guam Job Board (facebook.com/groups/438170249621579/?ref=share&mibextid=NSMWBT)
Haha thank you! Yes, I would say there are definitely lots of beautiful women on Guam too, pertaining to both personality and appearance.
@@DaniAdams thanks!
@@xisotopexI think Guam is cool, I’m here now for business and my company is paying expenses, cost of living is fairly expensive.
I'm not sure why but American held islands have BIG PROBLEMS with DOGS. Guam has approx. 60000 dogs on the island -most of them strays. In American Samoa they roam in large packs and will attack people. In Guam they are not as aggressive but still very unnerving.
This is sadly true 😥 I always hated seeing so many stray pups with no home, especially when typhoons would come through. I never came across the territorial ones, but I always kept a bag of dog food in my car and would set out small piles whenever I saw some hanging around.
Are you a Filipina? You more like us!
I'm half Chamoru and half Filipino--so I'm Chalipino LOL! 😂
Ah Great! I hope someday I can visit Guam
any gogo bars? you know where we can pick up woman to make us holla
Hahaha if there are, I wouldn't know where they are 😂 Sorry!
How are non military main landers treated if they decide to move and work(not government related jobs) treated? I tried the US Virgin Islands, at first everyone was cool. Then the overt racism was too much. I am white and not rich.
Oh you'd experience a warm welcome! I know so many of my friends who came from the U.S. (non-military) and just embraced the island life. After about 5 years on Guam, they've definitely become true Guamanians, adopting some of the mannerisms and the accent too haha
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It has been a long time. Have they fix the snake population?
I believe so! I haven't heard any recent news about the brown tree snakes being a big problem. Hopefully it is actually under control! 🤞
A Chamoru is a chåd, you can't be a chåd with out being Chamoru. It's so discriminating that you would even mention the word. I am a Chamoru born and raised on Guåhan and I was called a chåd this and that...so it's not really nice in my opinion. Chamorus are VERY welcoming but just like Asians, Micronesians, and other ethnicities, they have bad apples or perhaps unwelcoming people. It does not give anyone the right to categorize them and discriminate by calling "them" a word. Since you are have Chamoru I wonder if you were ever mistreated for being a Chamoru? Well I have maybe because I am chåd...but I always stayed true to the land an my people. Also, the Chamorus are all about our land and not just our people. Esta!
No I was never mistreated for being Chamoru, but I did grow up learning that "chaud" is a slang term, the Guam equivalent of redneck haha. I'm sure some people who used the term probably threw it around casually and didn't know that it wasn't synonymous with all Chamoru people. Who knows, maybe you and I were taught different versions of the word, just like it would happen in many different cultures 😊
@@DaniAdams Håfa Adai nen. Now what I'm about to express might catch you off guard but what you need to understand is that I'm only looking out for my Chamoru people who have suffered a lot of discrimination in many generations and continue love and respect anyone who calls Guam home.
You have definitely been misinformed about the discriminating word "Chåd" "Chaud". Maybe this generation has made it a different slang by using it so freely not understanding that it can be offensive to our manåmko. I am older than you I'm sure so in my day every "bad" or "unkept" Chamoru person was a chåd and I was one of them. Now I never made such a big deal until I started seeing the quick judgment made instead of helping the children find the true underlying problems. Now of course it's no one's problem to take care of, but when people show concern for other children in different countries it makes me think why not the Chamoru children? Anyway, just like how you mentioned "redneck" I am sure a Caucasian person might not appreciate that term being used because it can be offensive even if you find it funny. Now I can't be a redneck because I'm not Caucasian and just like you can't be a Chåd without having the blood of a Chamoru. Like I can't be considered a "FOB" because I am Chamoru. My husband who is a Filipino born and raised on Guam still can not be a "Chåd" because he is not Chamoru even if he has picked up some of our slang or cultural lifestyle. Now he is much closer to being a "FOB" because he is a first generation American Filipino. Thankfully he is respectful of me being Chamoru and cultural differences because the Chamoru people should have every right to express that we are different from Filipinos. The true locals of Guam are the Chamoru people and it's sad because there is so much confusion on this topic. Ok so at some point the Chamoru people came from the unknown but thats human life...many cultures have migrated from other countries becoming their own where they settle and that's exactly what the Chamoru people have done. Many Filipinos have Spanish last names and when they come to me and say "Are you sure you're not Filipino because your last name?" Mind you I carry my husband's and it's so Spanish... If you can look closely at our people versus the many Asians (Filipinos) and Micronesians who have migrated to Guam you will see the difference. It's important. My children are half Chamoru and half Filipino and I express the difference because it's ok to be different and proud of it. The Chamoru people have many ancestors who fought for us to continue living our culture and to not be afraid to stand up.
I can only hope you understand where I am coming from 🙏🏽🤙🏽 Truly, I am speaking from the heart. Si yu'us ma'åse.
@@natalievelasco2120 Yes! That is why I said in my video for people not to assume all Chamorus act that way. I'm looking out for my home so that visitors don't encounter a negative person and think that all Guamanians are like that. I especially have to emphasize it to the new generation who are more on social media and platforms like this because they might not have the opportunity to hear it from your generation. Thank you for looking out for the Chamorus too! 💛