Tokelau
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Capital
Atafu (largest)
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Local time
11:05
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Population
1 499
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Driving side
Left
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Calling code
+690
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Currency
$ NZD (dollar)
Tokelau
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Capital
Atafu (largest)
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Local time
11:05
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Population
1 499
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Driving side
Left
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Calling code
+690
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Currency
$ NZD (dollar)
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Petrol price
€ NULL pl
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Precipitation
1 672mm /year
Geography & travel
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Country Area
12 km2
Population
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Languages
Tokelauan
English
Economy
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Industries
small-scale enterprises for copra production, woodworking, plaited craft goods, stamps, coins, fishing
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Agriculture
coconuts, copra, breadfruit, papayas, bananas, pigs, poultry, goats, fish
What not to do when visiting Tokelau
Tokelau Don’t forget the respect for elders and generosity are the core principles in society. Oldest sisters are honoured and respected. Elders hold authority in the family, and brothers are expected to look after their sisters. Men and women typically socialise in separate groups. Children are expected to sit quietly through church or a meeting - if they become restless, they are taken outside by a sibling.
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Tokelau Don’t wear tight and revealing clothes - dress conservatively.
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Tokelau Don’t expect airports, automobiles, ports or harbours in Tokelau - there are no. Offshore anchorage only.
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Tokelau Don’t enter the local house without removing your shoes.
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Polynesia Don't refuse the Hibiscus blossom when offered - place it behind your left ear. The Tiare Tahiti flower can be found only in French Polynesia and is used to welcome friends or new visitors.
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Tell us your experience
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Tokelau Don’t forget the rainy season typically lasts from November to April.
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