Palau
關於Palau
| 貨幣 | US Dollar (USD) |
| 語言 | Palauan; English |
| 資本金 | Ngerulmud (town in the State of Melekeok) |
The Republic of Palau is made up of more than 250 small islands and is located in the western Pacific Ocean. This island nation shares maritime boundaries with Indonesia, the Philippines and the Federated States of Micronesia. Palau is geographically part of the larger island group, called Micronesia. Roughly two-thirds of Palau’s 21,000 citizens live on the island of Koror, but the capital city of Ngerulmud is actually located on the nearby island of Babeldaob. Palau is a multi-party democratic republic, led by the President who serves as both head of state and head of government.
Administration of Palau has passed among Spain, Germany, Japan and, most recently, the United States. Palau has been independent since 1994, but the country continues to maintain a strong economic tie to the United States. Today, Palau is a renowned diving and snorkeling destination, featuring exotic marine species and beautiful reefs. Palau is recognized as a leader in the conservation of marine environments, recently opening the world’s first shark sanctuary in 2009.
Beyond a rich assortment of underwater activities, visitors to Palau will find the islands teeming with a rich assortment of exotic creatures and scenic landscapes. Not to be missed are the uninhabited Rock Islands, which are made up of ancient coral reefs that violently surfaced to form islands.
Palau的建議疫苗接種
對於大多數旅行者
甲型肝炎疫苗
There is a significant risk of exposure to hepatitis A for this country, therefore, the vaccination is recommended.
乙肝疫苗
There is a significant risk of infection with hepatitis B for this country, therefore, the vaccination is recommended.
對於一些旅行者
卡介苗芽孢桿菌（BCG）疫苗
BCG vaccine is recommended for those at increased risk from coming in close contact with infected persons or for unvaccinated, children under 16 years of age, who are going to live in the country for more than 3 months.
麻疹，腮腺炎，風疹（MMR）疫苗
A dose of Measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine is recommended for infants aged 6 to 11 months.
狂犬病疫苗
Vaccination against rabies is recommended for travellers whose activities or employment may bring them into direct contact with bats (i.e. adventure travellers, veterinarians, wildlife professionals, researchers, etc.).
傷寒疫苗
There is a risk of exposure to typhoid fever in this country through consumption of unsafe food and water. Since exposure to unsafe sources is variable within this country, the vaccination against typhoid fever is generally recommended, especially when visiting smaller cities or rural areas, where food and water sources may be contaminated.
Palau的推薦藥物
目前沒有針對Palau的建議。
Palau要注意的疾病
對於大多數旅行者
Hepatitis B
There is a significant risk for acquiring hepatitis B in Palau.
Chikungunya Fever
Outbreaks of chikungunya fever may occur.
Hepatitis A
There is a significant risk for hepatitis A virus exposure in Palau through contaminated food or water. Infection can still occur at tourist destinations and resorts.
Dengue Fever
Outbreaks of dengue fever may occur.
對於一些旅行者
Zika Fever
Zika fever may occur in Palau.
Measles
There is a risk of acquiring Measles in this country.
Hanta Virus
There is a risk of acquiring Hantavirus in this country through the consumption of food and water contaminated by an infected rodent or through rodent bites.
Typhoid Fever
Unvaccinated people can become infected through contaminated food and water in Palau, especially when visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where food and water sources may be contaminated.
Tuberculosis
Tuberculosis occurs in Palau. Travellers to this country are at risk for tuberculosis if visiting sick friends or family, working in the healthcare field, or having close prolonged contact with a sick person.
Rabies
The risk of acquiring Rabies is low. However, it may be present in bats, but has not been reported in domestic animals in this country. Those with occupational risks (such as veterinarians, wildlife professionals, researchers) may be at risk.
Palau中的安全性
人身安全
帛琉犯罪率極低，一直是大洋洲最安全的旅遊目的地之一。美國國務院將其評為1級，這是其最低的旅遊警告等級。針對遊客的暴力犯罪極為罕見。帛琉社會關係緊密，人口僅約1.8萬，這意味著嚴重的犯罪活動難以掩蓋，也為社會所不接受。扒手搶錢包等輕微犯罪時有發生，但並不常見。近年來，毒品使用增加，與毒品相關的輕微犯罪也增加。科羅爾州和艾拉伊州實施宵禁，平日午夜至凌晨5點，週末凌晨4點至6點。計程車司機偶爾會多收遊客費用，所以上車前請確認車資。信用卡和ATM機經常被盜刷，因此請使用光線充足的機器並監控您的交易。飲料中可能會有摻雜的情況，因此切勿將飲料放在無人看管的地方，並儘量選擇信譽良好的場所。
極端暴力
帛琉的暴力犯罪極為罕見。近期沒有恐怖主義報道，但也不能排除任何地點發生攻擊的可能性。 1980年代曾發生政治暴力事件，首任總統於1985年遇刺身亡，但近幾十年來此類事件已不再發生。帛琉社區結構緊密，人口稀少，導致嚴重的暴力犯罪難以被社會接受，也難以隱瞞。與任何衝突性犯罪相比，您更有可能遭遇無人看管物品被盜。當地居民和遊客都表示白天感覺非常安全，每100人就有81人表示他們感到完全安全。即使在夜間，也有每100人中74人表示感到完全安全。無論您的背景如何，人身攻擊、仇恨犯罪和言語騷擾都極為罕見。犯罪率仍然很低，但您仍應採取合理的預防措施。
政治動盪
帛琉維持穩定的民主政府，定期舉行自由公正的選舉。總統共和製下，行政、立法和司法部門獨立運作。權力在競爭激烈的政客之間和平交接。帛琉沒有政黨，但議員會組織非正式的親政府陣營和反對派陣營。司法和媒體獨立運作，公民自由普遍得到維護。近期沒有關於政治犯或被拘留者的報道。傳統酋長透過酋長委員會發揮諮詢作用，但不影響選民的選擇。近年來，政府致力於打擊官員腐敗，但一些高級官員面臨腐敗指控，其中幾人已被定罪。帛琉與美國簽訂了《自由聯合協定》，該協定提供經濟援助，但不會對國內政治產生不當影響。帛琉與台灣保持外交承認，這曾引發中國的政治鬥爭和影響力行動，但這些活動不會為遊客帶來安全隱患。目前沒有關於可能影響遊客的內亂、示威或抗議活動的報導。
應避免的區域
帛琉沒有特別危險的街區或犯罪隱患區域。佩萊利烏島和安加爾島因二戰遺留的未爆炸彈藥而有特殊危險。這些殘留物散佈在兩個島嶼上，尤其是在洞穴和主要航線之外。切勿觸摸任何看似金屬製品的物品，並向當局報告任何可疑物品。帛琉部分地區，尤其是紅樹林地區，棲息著鹹水鱷，但沒有任何警告標誌表明它們的存在。在紅樹林附近進行水上活動前，請諮詢當地政府。潛水區有 60 多個垂直落差，其中一些僅適合經驗豐富的潛水員。島嶼周圍的沿海潟湖經常出現強大的洋流和激流，海灘通常缺乏救生員監管。每年都會發生數起溺水事件。偏遠地區很快就會變得與世隔絕，救援服務可能達不到國際標準。科羅爾島提供旅遊設施，但其他地區則有限。
