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  Palau - Encyclopedia.WorldSearch   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Palau's most important islands are Angaur, Babeldaob, Koror, and Peleliu, which lie together near the same barrier reef.
Palau enjoys a tropical climate all year round with an annual mean temperature of 82° degrees F. Rainfall can occur throughout the year, the annual average is 150 inches (3,800 mm).
The official languages of Palau are Palauan and English, except for three states (Sonsorol, Hatohobei, and Anguar) where the local language is official instead of Palauan.
encyclopedia.worldsearch.com /palau.htm   (740 words)

  
 Palau - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Spanish explorer Ruy López de Villalobos first sighted the islands in 1543, but European attempts to settle on or trade with the islands were not initiated until the 18th century, by the British.
This Compact of Free Association was a hotly debated issue that Palauans voted down more than ten times since the 1970s, as provisions in the compact allow the United States broad powers, such as control of 51% of the island in time of national emergency.
Palau enjoys a tropical climate all year round with an annual mean temperature of 82 °F (27 °C).
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Palau   (807 words)

  
 Palau , Micronesia Scuba Diving Liveaboards Diving Package
Palau is a 400-mile long archipelago, which became to be one of the world's unique phenomena–" Rock Island".
Palau is world renowned as the unsurpassed dive destination that also offers the sublime Rock Islands, dramatic waterfalls, pristine white sand beaches and some of the most intriguing native flora and fauna found anywhere in the Pacific Ocean.
Palau has been described as one of the Seven Underwater Wonders of the World, with 700 species of coral and 1,200 species of identified fish.
amrnour.com /palau.htm   (658 words)

  
 Palau Visitors Authority - Newsletter
KOROR, PALAU - Palau Visitors Authority is proud to announce that on August 5, Micronesia’s pride soured to new heights when Palau Micronesia Air (IATA Code PD) inaugurated its initial service to the Micronesian islands of Yap, Chuuk, and Pohnpei, and to Manila (Philippines) and Darwin (Australia) with a Boeing 737-300.
Palau Micronesia Air promises to offer passengers the service, professionalism, and style expected of an island airline, beginning with reservations and continuing to the unique, friendly, and attentive on-board service provided by the airline’s twenty-three flight attendants, who hail from the islands of Palau, Yap, Pohnpei, and Chuuk.
Palau Micronesia Air, which locally goes by the name PMAir, is a public company and shares are held by local Micronesians, from school teachers to bus drivers, and regional island governments.
www.visit-palau.com /newsletter/pma.html   (604 words)

  
 Sun.Star Davao - Palau to strengthen biz ties with city
THE State of Palau is expected to strengthen economic ties with Davao City, a move touted to bring a lot of benefits to the city.
Palau, a small state with a population of around 20,000, of which 6,000 are Filipinos, is just a two-day trip from Davao City by sea and one hour and 20 minutes by plane.
Uludong said the Palau government is even planning to amend one of their laws within the next two months just to accommodate the idea of importing agricultural products from Davao City.
www.sunstar.com.ph /static/dav/2004/12/09/bus/palau.to.strengthen.biz.ties.with.city.html   (378 words)

  
 Local News - guampdn - www.guampdn.com
Palau Micronesia Air plans to resume service in May after the suspension of its flights in December because of rising fuel costs and its inability to meet sales goals.
Salas said Palau Micronesia Air will have to win the trust of consumers when it resumes operations because credibility is very important in the airline industry.
Palau Micronesia Air is refunding all tickets that have not been used because of the suspension of operations, Whipps said.
www.guampdn.com /apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20050208/NEWS01/502080308/1002/NEWS01   (659 words)

  
 Welcome To Palau Air Micronesia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Palau Micronesia Air announces that it will temporarily suspend flight operations effective the evening of December 23, 2004.
Palau Micronesia Air expresses its great appreciation for all the support shown by its customers and other supporters, particularly in the Micronesia Region.
The company was founded primarily to serve this region by offering alternative air service, and after a successful restructuring, the company intends to continue and improve that service.
www.palau-air.com   (163 words)

  
 Palau - Open Encyclopedia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
This article is about the Oceanian island nation of Palau.
Japan seized the islands at the start of World War I, and gained a mandate over them until the end of the Second World War, when the islands came under control of the United States as a Trust Territory.
Palau enjoys a tropical climate all year round with an annual mean temperature of 82° degrees F. Rainfall can occur throughout the year, the annual average is 150 inches.
open-encyclopedia.com /Palau   (684 words)

  
 Palau Micronesia Air - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Palau Micronesia Air began in July of 2004.
It serves Palau, Guam, Saipan, Micronesia, Australia and the Philippines.
It is the first to provide direct service between Palau and Australia.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Palau_Micronesia_Air   (64 words)

  
 Palau/Palau Pacific Resort, Micronesia |
Palau is one of the most extraordinary diving spots on this planet.
In the far southwest of Micronesia, due west of Truk, lies the Republic of Belau (the traditional name) consisting of an archipelago of 343 islands, only eight of which are inhabited by the 14,000 inhabitants.
Palau was named the Number One Underwater Wonder of the World by CEDAM -- a group of marine scientists and conservationists.
www.infohub.com /TRAVEL/SIT/sit_pages/1853.html   (729 words)

  
 Palau, Micronesia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
The tightly clustered Palau archipelago consists of the high islands of Babeldaob, Koror, Peleliu and Angaur in the south; the low coral atolls of Kayangel to the north east and Ngeruangel and the limestone Rock Islands of which there are more than 200.
Palau is one of the world's truly spectacular scuba diving locales, with coral reefs, blue holes, WWII wrecks, hidden caves and tunnels and over 60 vertical drop-offs.
Palau was named the number one Underwater Wonder of the World by CEDAM International, an organisation of divers, marine scientists and conservationists.
www.pacificislandtravel.com /micronesia/about_destin/palau.html   (2673 words)

  
 The Contemporary Pacific - Political Reviews: Palau - Spring 2005
While Palau's leadership debated a grand plan to extract oil from the ocean floor, nearly the whole of Palau was busy preparing for the 9th Festival of Pacific Arts, which was held in July 2004.
Air transport agreements have been worked out with government officials in the Philippines, South Korea, the Federated States of Micronesia, and Australia, and similar agreements are in the works for Hong Kong.
After his introduction to PMA investors and shareholders, Nelson claimed the airline was unique in having "the support and the prayers of the people of Micronesia as the wind beneath its wings" (TBN,2-9 July 2004, 12).
archives.pireport.org /archive/2005/february/tcp-palau.htm   (5048 words)

  
 Scuba Diving Liveaboards Cruises in Palau Micronesia
Palau has been voted best world diving destination in many diving magazine worldwide, for its extremely claer water with visibility in excess of 50 to 60 meters (165 to 200 feet +), and its amazing underwater landscape and marine life, second to none.
Customers are accommodated in twin or double air conditioned cabins with private facilities, and divers will enjoy a large dive deck to get ready for the stunning underwater beauties awaiting them.
The best time of the year to dive Palau is between November and April as the south west monsoon brings wet weather between May and October.
www.worldliveaboards.com /palau.htm   (271 words)

  
 Pacific Service Region - Republic of Palau
The Republic of Palau, the westernmost jurisdiction in Micronesia, less than 500 miles east of the Philippines, consists of several hundred volcanic islands, nine of which are inhabited.
A former United Nations Trust Territory, the Republic of Palau began a Compact of Free Association with the U.S. on October 1, 1994.
Palau has 22 public elementary schools, 1 public high school, 2 private elementary schools, 5 private high schools, and 1 community college.
www.prel.org /pacserv/palau.asp   (244 words)

  
 Pacific Islands   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
In April, Palau Micronesia Air's first aircraft, a Boeing 737-300, will lift off from its home base in Palau and connect Palau with the Federated States of Micronesia, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Marianas, and the Philippines with island-style service and industry-leading teamwork and dedication.
Palau Micronesia Air is the first locally owned and managed regional airline to serve the Western Pacific.
Regional air service, which will begin with the inaugural flight in April, will be between Palau, the Federated States of Micronesia (Yap, Chuuk and Pohnpei), Guam, and Saipan in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands.
www.pacificmagazine.net /pmairsea/index.php?urlarticleid=7   (407 words)

  
 Air Ambulance Micronesia - Cega Group
But a call on one of Cega's Air Ambulance Micronesia helplines is the signal for some of the industry's most practised and efficient damage limitation teams to swing into action.
Whether it's medical assistance, air ambulance evacuation/repatriation or medical screening and associated services, Cega's expertise in managing the downside of risk is second to none.
Being the only Air Ambulance Micronesia company to operate its own air ambulance fleet ensures expeditious movement of patients by people who have the skills and full case details.
www.cix.co.uk /~davidpritt/air_ambulance/air_ambulance_micronesia   (366 words)

  
 Air Ambulance Palau - Cega Group
But a call on one of Cega's Air Ambulance Palau helplines is the signal for some of the industry's most practised and efficient damage limitation teams to swing into action.
Cega resolves Air Ambulance Palau situations with a blend of reassurance, resources and sure knowledge of what needs to be done.
Being the only Air Ambulance Palau company to operate its own air ambulance fleet ensures expeditious movement of patients by people who have the skills and full case details.
www.cix.co.uk /~davidpritt/air_ambulance/air_ambulance_palau   (366 words)

  
 New flights open Paula to Australian travellers   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Palau Micronesia Air has launched two direct flights a week between Darwin and Palau, one of the world’s top diving spots.
Palau Micronesia Air manager of commercial services, Floyd Smith, said the majority of tourists to the islands were Japanese, Taiwanese or American, but the new service would make the island more accessible to Australians.
Air France and Airbus have been accused of negligence in a class-action lawsuit filed by a passenger in the Airbus 340 that crashed at Toronto airport last week.
www.travelbiz.com.au /articles/cd/0c026ecd.asp   (498 words)

  
 Northern Territory Government of Australia - Media Releases - HOWARD TOLD – NO NUCLEAR DUMP FOR TERRITORY   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Continuing a vastly improved tourism season, the inaugural flight on Palau Micronesia Air arrives in Darwin tonight (11:30pm).
“The arrival of Palau Micronesia Air is another important milestone for the Territory.
Palau Micronesia Air will run 2 per week flights B737-300 (8 J / 117 Y seats) Koror (capital of Palau) to Darwin Thursday and Sunday evenings arriving at 11.30pm and departing Darwin for Koror at 02.40am on Friday and Monday.
www.nt.gov.au /ocm/media_releases/2004/20040805_cm_palau_micronesia_flights.shtml   (291 words)

  
 CNN.com - Flying business in the Pacific - Nov 3, 2004
Palau Micronesia Air, with its small crew and one Boeing 737 airplane, is a far cry from that picture.
Competitive airfares on Palau Micronesia Air for local and regional destinations are also proving attractive to travelers -- a strategy that follows other airlines such as AirAsia and looks set to keep the airline flying.
Palau's first national carrier is the brainchild of local businessmen Alan and Glenn Seid who started the airline partly to bring more travelers and tourists to Palau.
www.cnn.com /2004/TRAVEL/11/03/bt.palau.airline   (602 words)

  
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Palau’s coral reefs are home to more than 1500 species of fish and 700 species of corals and sea anemones.
Palau is a member of the two main regional economic organisations, the South Pacific Forum and the South Pacific Commission.
In October 1994, the Compact was endorsed and Palau was subsequently admitted to the UN in December 1994 and became a member of the IMF in 1997.
www.omnimoving.com /country_guides/Palau.doc   (2494 words)

  
 media releases - Martin discusses opportunties with Palau president :: NTTC Corporate Site
A number of Territory business and tourism organisations will meet with the President of the Republic of Palau, Tommy E Remengesau Jr, and a delegation of 70 government and business leaders in Darwin over the next few days.
The group arrived last night on the recently established Palau Micronesia Air flight to Darwin Chief Minister, Clare Martin, said.
Palau is known for its natural beauty and as a world class dive destination which will also result in tourism spin-offs for the Territory.
www.nttc.com.au /nt/nttc/media_centre/media_releases/2004/mr_Aug27_CM_Palau.html   (309 words)

  
 Scuba Diving in Palau, Micronesia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
It is difficult to describe Palau other than to say that it is a mega destination for divers.
Palau Aggressor II The Palau Aggressor II is a 106-foot, 16-passenger catamaran built and powered for comfort, safety and stability.
A dive briefing area, camera table with low-pressure air hoses, camera rinse tank, head and E-6 photo lab are all part of the roomy dive deck.
www.deepdiscoveries.com /palau.htm   (572 words)

  
 PALAU, MICRONESIA, PACIFIC ISLANDS, DIVE TRAVEL ADVENTURE
All of these hotels are great for travelers...clean, comfortable, air conditioned, affordable, and close to many different areas in Koror.
The new Palasia Hotel Palau (ex Palau Outrigger Hotel) is a very new addition to the resorts on island.
Belau Air is now flying so transfers to the island may be arranged by boat or small commuter plane.
www.mdaguam.com /palau.htm   (1101 words)

  
 South Pacific Tourism Organisation - SPTO Weekly Newsletter Issue 20   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Palau Micronesia Air (PMA) has announced June 20 as the arrival date for its first aircraft, a Boeing 737- 300.
With its first plane, PMA plans to fly four flights per week to Guam, and two flights per week to the neighbouring islands of Yap, Chuuk and Pohnpei.
PMA also plans to use the plane for one flight per week direct from Palau to Saipan, three flights to Manila and two weekly flights to Darwin, in northern Australia.
www.tcsp.com /spto/export/sites/SPTO/news/press/newsletter20_04.shtml   (1624 words)

  
 Business: Business News: Air NZ Backs Out Of Palau Airline Deal   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Noting that in earlier years Air NZ had assisted Papua New Guinea's Air Niugini in a similar way with its B767 aircraft, the group general manager of ventures, Craig Sinclair, said Air NZ was delighted to support the Palau initiative.
In a simultaneous release by Palau Micronesia Air, its president, Alan Seid, observed that it was a "significant event in the history of the Republic of Palau" as well as for the neighbouring Federated States of Micronesia.
However, while the Palau airline may be able to acquire the necessary aircraft, it still needs to find an airline willing to undertake the role Air NZ had originally agreed to.
xtramsn.co.nz /business/0,,5007-3147118,00.html   (726 words)

  
 Palau, Micronesia
I now understand why Jacques Cousteau called Palau the Mecca of diving, and why it is generally considered one of the 7 wonders of the underwater world.
Palau is located in the Western Pacific at 7-30' North Latitude, 134-30' East Longitude.
We hit many of the famous Palauan dive sites, such as Blue Corner, where the currents are so strong that you have to tie into dead coral using a reef hook in order not to just be blown away.
www.westnet.com /~wjakab/diving/palau/palau.htm   (1807 words)

  
 Palau Micronesia Hotel and Scuba Diving Options
One of the official languages of Palau is English, the currency is the US dollar, electricity is the same as in the U.S. (Single phase 60 cycles, 115/230 volts AC), and even the postage is the same as in the USA.
While many of the dive sites are in calm waters, some of Palau's best dives are known for their strong current and coincident population of large pelagic animals such as sharks and rays.
PALAU PACIFIC RESORT - Set on an island surrounded by the pristine waters of the Western Pacific, this luxury international resort combines the spirit and culture of the islands with tranquil ambience and lush natural beauty.
www.islanddream.com /palaulnd.htm   (1048 words)

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