Coco’s Island Resort

Cocos Island, off the coast of southern Guam, is a long and narrow island with a length of about 2,000 meters and an average width of 170 meters. The island is full of tropical beach vibes. There are snorkeling, boat fishing, parasailing, banana boat, wind wave board, jet ski, and other water games to have fun. 

Undersea walking is a popular sport on Cocos Island. You can put on an oxygen helmet like a space cap and follow the ladder hanging from the ship to the bottom of the sea at 5 meters. You will soon see colorful tropical fish swimming among the enchanting corals, a colorful world. It opens up for you right under the water.

Mission: To promote Guam as an attractive and safe destination that is enjoyable for tourists and reap the maximum benefit for Guam's citizens. Histories The establishment of tourism in Guam was recognized by the local government officials with Public Law 67. This law established a plan for Guam to create a tourism industry. It was approved by the First Guam Legislature, and then signed by Governor Carlton Skinner. The formal naval administration imposed a travel restriction that restricted the freedom of the territories.

Guam's development as a tourist destination was only possible after President John F. Kennedy removed the security restriction in 1962. The Guam Tourist Commission was established by the Government of Guam via Executive Order (63-10) issued by Governor Manuel F. L.

Guerrero. Guerrero. The Commission also worked tirelessly to develop Guam's tourism plan. It lobbyed airlines to improve service to Guam, from areas with potential markets.

Four years later, Pan American World Airways, 109 Japanese tourists, landed in Guam on May 1, 1967. Guam saw 6,000 visitors in its first year. Guam Visitors Bureau was established in July 1970. Executive Order 70-24 established the Bureau separately from the Department of Commerce.

It was formally established as a non-profit corporation with 80 percent of its operating budget being funded by government funds and 20 coming from members dues or in-kind donations. Public Law 17 32 The Guam Visitors Bureau Act, which was passed in 1983, established the Bureau as an independent, public membership organization. In 1984, Public Law 17-65 established the Tourist Attraction Fund TAF. The TAF, which was separate from the General Fund and the Bureau's budget of 80 percent, provided the funding source.

This account is funded by hotel occupancy taxes, which are collected on room nights sold. Today, the occupancy tax is 11 percent. Public Law 20205, which was adopted in 1990, established a Research Department within Bureau. This department collects, analyzes and evaluates data about the visitor industry.

The department also serves as an industry resource for data dissemination. Tourism is Guam's main economic contributor. It contributes more than 50 percent to its Gross Island Product. The Bureau is Guam's official marketing agency.

It strives to make Guam a desirable destination abroad. Programs and other activities are also designed to increase awareness and duration of local communities about the importance and benefits of tourism. 401 Pale San Vitores Road Tumon, GU 96913 671.646.5278