Sao Tome and Principe - Travel Report

Sao Tome and Principe is a developing nation, comprising the islands of Sao Tome and Principe, located off the west coast of Africa. The capital is Sao Tome. The GDP of Sao Tome and Principe is $200 million (2002 est.). The main export commodities are cocoa 80%, copra, coffee, palm oil. The primary export partners of Sao Tome and Principe are Portugal, the Netherlands and Spain. The predominant religion in Sao Tome and Principe is Christian, therefore, a majority of the population celebrates traditional Christian Holidays. Credit cards are accepted only at a few major hotels. Travelers' checks can be cashed at hotels and at one private bank in Sao Tome city, but transaction fees can be high. U.S. dollars are widely accepted at tourist establishments.