Cool facts about Vanuatu

Posted on Aug 25, 2025 / Travel

Vanuatu has over 80 islands, many of which are volcanic and still active.
The SS President Coolidge in Espiritu Santo is one of the world’s most famous shipwreck dive sites.
It is considered one of the happiest countries in the world according to global happiness studies.
Pentecost Island is the birthplace of the land diving ritual, the inspiration for bungee jumping.
Bislama, a creole language, is the most widely spoken language across the islands.
Mount Yasur on Tanna Island is one of the most accessible active volcanoes in the world.
Vanuatu gained independence in 1980 after being jointly administered by Britain and France.
The islands offer some of the clearest waters in the Pacific, perfect for diving and snorkeling.

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