GUAM

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SHOPPING

Best Exchange store / Best Exchange mini mart /Express / Marine mart

(Guam Main Navy Exchange)

Guam Main Navy Exchange

Comments

“Really big and organized. Staff is very friendly and helpful.”

-Vince Pinaula, Naval Base Guam

“Great customer service and everyone is nice and helpful. Love to always come down to the Navy Main Exchange to get what I need.”

-Constance Iglesias, U.S. Army Reserve Center

Info

  • Address: Naval Base Guam, Bldg. 258

  • Phone: 315-339-3251 (DSN)/ 671-564-3178 (commercial)

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Best cellphone provider

GTA

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GTA

Comments

“It’s the best service in Guam in both customer service and connection.”

-Patricia Duenas, Guam Naval Hospital

“Best and most reliable coverage on the island, bar none.”

-Daryl Linhardt, Naval Base Guam

Info

  • Address: 624 North Marine Corps Drive, Tamuning 96913

  • Phone: 671-644-4482

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Best place for off-base shopping

Ross Dress for Less

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Ross Dress for Less

Comments

“They have so much in that store you’re bound to find something for yourself. The staff is very friendly, too!”

-Sarah Rave, Andersen AFB

“Ross is inexpensive, and they have lots of neat seasonal items and ones for the house and yard.”

-Chantel Shuman, Naval Base Guam

Info

  • Address: 199 Chalan San Antonio ,Tamuning 96913

  • Phone: 671-647-7677

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Best place to buy a car

Atkins Kroll

Atkins Kroll (Photo by Stripes Guam)

Atkins Kroll

Comments

“Had a great experience purchasing a car there withTerrell.”

-Patricia Demotta, Naval Base Guam

“Atkins Kroll has the best service and waiting lounge. Jesus is the man.”

-Misty Iluches, Andersen AFB

Info

  • Address: 443 S Marine Corps Drive, Tamuning 96913

  • Phone: 671-649-6410

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Entertainment

Best on-base outdoor rec

Naval Base Guam Rec-N-Crew
 Outdoor Recreation

Naval Base Guam Rec-N-Crew Outdoor Recreation (Photo by Stripes Guam)

Naval Base Guam Rec-N-Crew Outdoor Recreation

Comments

“Outdoor fun with great customer service.”

-Dustin Santos, Nimitz Hill

“Rec-N-Crew Outdoor Rec has great options and is right along the water.”

-Angela Calalo, Guam Naval Hospital

Info

  • Address: Naval Base Guam, Bldg. 25018

  • Phone: 671-366-5197 (commercial)

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Best tattoo shop

(Lots of Art Tattoo)

Lots of Art Tattoo

Comments

“Art is one of the best tattoo artists on island because he is an ink master that does professional portraits and free-hand detailed work. He is  also certified to do laser tattoo removal.”

-Jaime Camacho, Naval Base Guam

“Not only are the people at Lots of Art great, but they also know what they’re doing. I’ll only get tatted here.”

-Sarah Rave, Andersen AFB

Info

  • Address: 776 South Marine Corp Drive, Tamuning 96913

  • Phone: 671-649-8283

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ESSENTIAL

Best dental clinic

(Reflection Dental Guam)

Reflection Dental Guam

Comments

“I have them to thank for making my smile straight.”

-Misty Iluches, Andersen AFB

“The staff at Reflection Dental is gentle, professional and knowledgeable.”

-Michael Manley, Retired

Info

  • Address: 222 Chalan Santo Papa Juan Pablo Dos #304, Hagåtña, 96910

  • Phone: 671-472-6824

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Best off-base medical services

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FHP Health Center

Comments

“FHP staff checks their patients thoroughly.”

-Diodre Manfas, Camp Blaz

“They offer quick service!”

-Chantel Diaz, Naval Base Guam

Info

  • Address: 548 S Marine Corps Dr, Tamuning, 96913

  • Phone: 031-658-2722

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Best fitness center

Charles King Fitness Center & Pool
 (Naval Base Guam)

Charles King Fitness Center & Pool (Naval Base Guam) (Photo by Stripes Guam)

Charles King Fitness Center & Pool (Naval Base Guam)

Comments

“Charles King Fitness Center has everything I need; no need to look elsewhere.”

-Naj Thomas, Naval Base Guam

“The gym has a baby center, pool and a lot of equipment.”

-Jessalyn Ledbetter, Naval Base Guam

Info

  • Address: Naval Base Guam, Bldg. 1980

  • Phone: 671-479-9532 (commercial)

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DINING

Best on-base clubs

Torpedoes & Tomahawks
 (Naval Base Guam)

Torpedoes & Tomahawks (Naval Base Guam) (Photo by Stripes Guam)

Torpedoes & Tomahawks (Naval Base Guam)

Comments

“They make the best Tomahawk Steak!!!”

-Shearna Tolbert, Guam Naval Hospital

“Always fun to be there with friends and colleagues.”

-Vince Pinaula, Naval Base Guam

Info

  • Address: Naval Base Guam, Bldg. 75

  • Phone: 315-564-1833 (DSN)

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Best on-base restaurant

Torpedoes & Tomahawks
 (Naval Base Guam)

Torpedoes & Tomahawks (Naval Base Guam) (Photo by Stripes Guam)

Torpedoes & Tomahawks (Naval Base Guam)

Comments

“The food is pretty good and there is minimal wait time.”

-Marcus Rush, Naval Base Guam

“Fast service. Good food.”

-Robert Stanley, Guam Naval Hospital

Info

  • Address: Naval Base Guam, Bldg. 75

  • Phone: 315-564-1833 (DSN)

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Best off-base restaurant

(Mosa’s Joint)

Mosa’s Joint

Comments

“Good food, nice atmosphere. Food for everyone, including picky eaters.”

-Chantel Shuman, Naval Base Guam

“Fresh food, great drinks, live music. I always leave full and happy, excited to come back for another visit.”

-Charlotte Kreykes, Naval Base Guam

Info

  • Address: 324 W Soledad Ave, Hagåtña, 96910

  • Phone: 671-969-2469

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Best sunday brunch

(Aqua (Dusit Thani Guam Resort))

Aqua (Dusit Thani Guam Resort)

Comments

“Great customer service and presentation of the buffet.”

-Donna Spaddy, Naval Base Guam

“Great choices and the food is delicious.”

-Dennis Poll, Naval Base Guam

Info

  • Address: 1227 Pale San Vitores Road Tumon, Guam 96913

  • Phone: 671-648-8000

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Best pizza

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Pizza Hut

Comments

“Fast, friendly, yummy and great mobile app with rewards.”

-Patricia Duenas, Guam Naval Hospital

“The deep pan pizza has the best crust I’ve ever had.”

-Floyd Jaramillo, Jr., Naval Base Guam

Info

  • Address: Various locations.

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TRAVEL

Best on-base lodging

Navy Gateway Inn & Suites
(Naval Base Guam)

Navy Gateway Inn & Suites (Naval Base Guam) (Photo by Stripes Guam)

Navy Gateway Inn & Suites (Naval Base Guam)

Comments

“Pet rooms are full 2-bedroom homes! Who wouldn’t want to stay in a house as a hotel stay?”

-Anthony Burrow, Naval Base Guam

“The hotel is so clean! And I loved all the cleaning ladies; they were so sweet.”

-Nevada Frable, Naval Base Guam

Info

  • Address: Naval Base Guam, Bldg. 2000

  • Phone: 315-339-5259 (DSN)/671-339-5259 (commercial)

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Best off-base lodging

(Dusit Thani Guam Resort)

Dusit Thani Guam Resort [Tie]

Comments

“Great central location in the heart of Tumon!”

-El Rising, Naval Base Guam

“Newest hotel with great rooms, great service and great amenities.”

-Edward Perez, Veteran

Info

  • Address: 1227 Pale San Vitores Road Tumon, Guam 96913

  • Phone: 671-648-8000

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(The Tsubaki Tower)

The Tsubaki Tower [Tie]

Comments

“So comfy and beautiful rooms and views.”

-Marlon Cryz, Guam Army National Guard

“Love how the rooms all have large patio balconies.”

-Flora Blaisdell, Naval Base Guam

Info

  • Address: 241 Gun Beach Road, Tumon, Guam 96913

  • Phone: 671-969-5200

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Best travel agency

Naval Base Guam Tickets & Travel

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Naval Base Guam Tickets & Travel

Comments

“Great customer service and programs.”

-Erica Nevens, Naval Base Guam

“Customer service is great and they’re so knowledgeable.”

-Nevada Frable, Naval Base Guam

Info

  • Address: Naval Base Guam, Bldg. 1980

  • Phone: 671- 989-2301 (commercial)

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     BEST MILITARY RESORT IN PACIFIC

(The New Sanno Hotel (Tokyo))

1. The New Sanno Hotel (Tokyo)

Comments

“The New Sanno Hotel is great! Close and convenient to everything, friendly staff and great amenities.”

-Noelle Huard, Kadena AB

“The New Sanno has everything you need in a giant city resort, with great food, great tours, and perfect location in the city.”

-Rand Lee, NAF Atsugi

Info

  • Address: 4 Chome-12-20 Minamiazabu, Minato City, Tokyo 106-0047

  • Phone: 315-227-8001 (DSN)/03-6868-2311 (commercial)

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(Dragon Hill Lodge (Seoul))

2. Dragon Hill Lodge (Seoul)

Comments

“Close to a lot of attractions and very good accommodations if you’re looking for an Americanstyle hotel.”

-Luis Fernandez, CFA Chinhae

“Great location in Seoul for those that love to shop. Kept clean with very nice staff.”

-Larry Borum, Camp Foster

Info

  • Address: ga, 7, Yongsandong 4(sa)-ga, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

  • Phone: 020-790-0016 (commercial)

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(Okuma Recreation Annex (Okinawa))

 3. Okuma Recreation Annex (Okinawa)

Comments

“It’s a beautiful place.”

-Daniel Paulsen, Camp Carroll

“Nice and close to other beautiful beaches in Okinawa.”

-Jeremiah Hogue, Camp Humphreys

Info

  • Address: Okuma, Kunigami, Okinawa 905-1412

  • Phone: 098-962-1991 (commercial)

 

   

 

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