When Traveling around Samoa please be aware that it is common courtesy to ask permission from the village people before going for a swim or taking photos unless it is an existing tourist location. It is also common courtesy not to walk in front of people sitting down but should you have no other option say excuse me as you walk past with a slight bow forward. Samoan is the preferred spoken language however English is understood and spoken by the majority when spoken to in English. Standard dress code is casual and beach wear is acceptable on the beaches and pool side, but not in town. Nudity is not an acceptable practice. Samoans are church going people and value their Sundays as a day of rest so if you should be driving around on a Sunday please respect the locals rest day and visit only the beach resorts and local swimming areas.
Tipping is not encouraged but should you feel the need to, by all means, make His or Her day.
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