Wednesday, March 4, 2020

Angaur Island Tours


By: Ltelatk Fritz
Center Director/Certified Small Business Adviser
PALAU SBDC

      Henly Tomei is the owner of a new business in Ngermasech, Angaur called Angaur Island Tour. Henly Tomei currently works for Angaur State as a boat operator for the weekly ferries to and from Angaur. As the southernmost state on Palau’s main group of islands, the island of Angaur has a charming community of about 120 full-time residents.
      As a boat operator for Angaur State, Henly has observed an increase in travel to Angaur by foreign and local “tourists”. There are more state visits by various government agencies, NGOs, and non-profit organizations in the recent years. There is more talk in interest to increase tourism to Angaur by state and national authorities. There are more places to stay in Angaur, but not a lot of options when it comes to ground transportation. That’s where Henly saw the need and stepped in to create Angaur Island Tour to fill the need.

      Henly reached out to Palau SBDC to seek help in building a business plan to apply for a business loan from the local development bank. Henly researched for his business plan by observing the competition in Koror and talking with key people within various industries. But the main source of information for his business plan was from his experience in the transportation industry, he listened and talked to the travelers going to Angaur. Life is Angaur is simple. Henly plans to keep Angaur Island Tour simple. Customers can choose to drive around or enjoy a ride around Angaur.
      For more information on how Palau SBDC can help your business, contact 587-6004. Business counseling is free for eligible clients.

 

Business Name:

Angaur Island Tour

Business Type:

Transportation Service

Business Owners:

Mr. Henly  Tomei

Location:

Ngermasech, Angaur

Contact:

(680) 779-5628