Two large supermarkets are located a short walk from the club. Transport arrangements can be made with the club to enable the purchase of ships stores. Jacksons International airport is a short drive from the Yacht club. Port Moresby is the capital city of Papua New Guinea, the Royal Papua Yacht Club having 256 berths ranging from 9 to 30m. Papua New Guinea has more than 600 islands and is home to more than seven million people. The currency is Papua New Guinea Kina (kee-nah), divided into 100 toea (toy-ah) and is named after the traditional shell money. Most international EFTPOS and credit cards are accepted in local ATMs and banks will also exchange major currency's readily. In Port Moresby English is spoken everywhere, as is Tok Pisin or Pidgin. Port Moresby has two seasons, the wet and the dry. The dry brings consistent south easterlies and offers great sailing. This season runs from May to November. Temperatures range from 26 o to 28 o , and water temperatures a little higher. The country operates on Western Pacific Standard Time (GMT +10:00). Melanesians are modest by nature and dress, particularly for women should be conservative. Electricity is 240 volt, plug pin size and gas bottle fittings are the same as Australia. Re-filling facilities are available. DHL, and TNT offer reliable courier services. Port Moresby Information The RPYC or “Yachtie” can organize berths and clearances for cruising boats with a little bit of notice. Contact Josephine - [email protected]The Yachtie has a range of facil- ities including a café, restaurant and bar meals. The open air deck overlooks the Harbour and is a top spot for sundowners with an SP—the local brew. The club operates a radio service on VHF84—call Papa Yankee Charlie between 0800 and 1900 hours. The club can also monitor vessels via AIS, and has a rescue vessel for local assistance. Free wi-fi is available, there is a token operated laundry; shower facilities and a gymnasium. The RPYC also has a running and fitness track within the grounds. There is a self serve floating fuel dock within the marina where clean petrol and diesel can be obtained by using a pre purchased fuel card. Papua New Guinea Port Moresby, Sailing and Cruising Information Facility's: • Floating fuel dock. • Token operated washing machines and dryers. • Hot water showers • Large bar and restaurant • Free internet • Gym • 24hr security • PO Box mailing or street delivery address • ATM’s Royal Papua Yacht Club (RPYC) Papua New Guinea, independent since 1975, PNG is considered one of the most untouched places on earth. A land of diverse cultures and rugged terrain. Remote tribes have been discovered as recently as the last 50 years, with headhunting and cannibalism once practiced. With growing a growing economy and options for adventure travel, Papua New Guinea is fast developing a reputation as the place to visit. www.rpyc.com.pg
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