General Country Information 🌍
| Capital | Honiara |
| Country | Solomon Islands |
| Currency | Solomon Islands dollar |
| Main religion | Christianity |
In numbers… 📐
| Female | 49.9% |
| Gdp | $1.628 billion |
| Size | 28,450 km² |
| Population | 686,878 |
| Population density | 24.1/km² |
| Kids per female | 4.4 |
| City population | 23.6% |
Weather ⛅
| Winter | 24∘C |
| Summer | 27∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
| Main Language | English, Pijin |
| Population able to read | 84.1% |
| Population with a college degree | 1.6% |
| Population able to speak english | 1.3% |
Well-being 💉
| Air quality | 33 (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | no |
Safety 👮
| LGBT friendly? | No |
| Crime | 4.1/10 |
Transportation ✈️
| Driving side | Left |
| Main airline | Solomon Airlines |
| Main airport | Honiara International Airport |
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $2 |
| Cigarettes | $2.5 |
| Burger | $5 |
| Coffee | $3 |
| Beer | $4 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $250/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $60/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $150/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $10/10km |
| Petrol | $1.50/l |
| Rental car | $50/day |
| Public transportation | $5/daypass |
| Bike rental | $10/day |
Taxes 💸
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 20% |
| Vat | 12% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $2500 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | No |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | 5-10% |
| Restaurant | 10-15% |
| Bar | 5-10% |
| Coffeeshop | 5-10% |
| Services | 5-10% |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 1.8/MBits |
| Tld | .sb |
| Free wifi | 3/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 12% |
| Phone mobile data | $12 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 75% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type I |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | Sunday |
| Closing times | 5:00 PM |
| Opening times | 8:00 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | Amazon |
| Supermarket | Vavaea |
| Pharmacy | Solomon Islands Pharmacy |
| Drugstore | Solomon Islands Drugstore |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | 11 pm |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | 5/10 |
| Bars | 6/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 7/10 |
| Public Parks | 8/10 |
| Swimming | 9/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Football |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Lap lap | A dish made from grated taro, coconut cream, and fish or meat, wrapped in banana leaves and cooked in an earth oven. | $5-10 |
| Kokoda | A raw fish dish marinated in coconut cream, lime juice, and onions. | $5-10 |
| Panikek | A pancake made from grated taro or cassava, often served with coconut cream or syrup. | $2-5 |
| Roni | A dish made from grated sweet potato, coconut cream, and sugar, wrapped in banana leaves and cooked in an earth oven. | $5-10 |
| Pisupo | A soup made from taro, coconut cream, and fish or meat. | $5-10 |
| Wok | A stir-fry dish made with vegetables, meat, and noodles. | $5-10 |
| Rice | A staple food in the Solomon Islands, often served with fish or meat. | $2-5 |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Kava | A non-alcoholic drink made from the root of the kava plant. It has a slightly bitter taste and is said to have relaxing effects. | 5-10 |
| Solomon Brew | A local beer that is popular in the Solomon Islands. It is a light, refreshing beer with a slightly sweet taste. | 3-5 |
| Coconut Water | The clear liquid inside a coconut. It is a refreshing and hydrating drink that is high in electrolytes. | 2-3 |
| Tropical Fruit Juice | A variety of tropical fruit juices are available in the Solomon Islands, including pineapple, mango, papaya, and guava. | 3-5 |
| Ginger Beer | A non-alcoholic drink made from ginger, sugar, and water. It has a spicy, refreshing taste. | 2-3 |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Wooden carvings | Hand-carved wooden sculptures depicting traditional Solomon Islands designs | $20-$100 |
| Shell jewelry | Necklaces, bracelets, and earrings made from colorful seashells | $10-$50 |
| Woven baskets | Hand-woven baskets made from natural fibers | $20-$50 |
| Tapa cloth | Bark cloth made from the mulberry tree, decorated with traditional designs | $50-$200 |
| Coconut oil | Natural coconut oil, used for cooking, skin care, and hair care | $10-$20 |
Holidays 🍹
| Holiday Name | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1 | Celebrates the start of the new year |
| Good Friday | March/April | Commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ |
| Easter Monday | March/April | Celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ |
| Labour Day | May 1 | Celebrates the contributions of workers |
| Queen’s Birthday | June | Celebrates the birthday of the reigning monarch |
| Independence Day | July 7 | Commemorates the independence of Solomon Islands from the United Kingdom |
| National Unity Day | July 1 | Celebrates the unity of the people of Solomon Islands |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ |
| Boxing Day | December 26 | A day of rest and celebration after Christmas |
News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | Solomon Star |
| Online news | Solomon Times Online |
| Tv | Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation |
| Radio | SIBC National Radio |