Welcome to the American Samoa Pocket Guide

Your SPTO-Recognised Travel Companion

Trusted by thousands of travellers and dreamers yearly and endorsed by the Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO), we deliver hyperlocal, sustainable American Samoa travel advice written by journalists who live here for 3+ weeks every year.

Thanks to our loyal readers, we are 🏆 rated 4.6/5 Stars on Trustpilot.

⭐ Why 95% of Travellers Recommend Us

✅ SPTO Partner: We’ve partnered with the Pacific Tourism Organisation to promote ethical, sustainable travel since 2019.

✅ Genuinely Vetted Experiences: Our writers and editors spend 3+ weeks annually in American Samoa, testing every activity and accommodation we recommend. Unlike blogs and other travel guides, if we’ve not been there, we say so!

✅ 4.6/5 Stars on Trustpilot: Join thousands of travellers who’ve saved time and money with our unbiased advice.

✅ No Hidden Ads: We disclose all affiliate partnerships, your trust comes first. If you book a product via a Booking.com, Expedia or Viator link, we may earn a small commission. None of those links affect our editorial content.

How We Create Your Guide

• On-the-Ground Research: Our team lives in American Samoa for 3+ weeks annually, partnering with locals and Tourism American Samoa to verify every tip.
• Journalist-Led: Our content is overseen by our very own travel journalist and editor-in-chief.
• SPTO-Approved: We align with the Pacific Tourism Organisation standards for cultural and environmental responsibility.
• Fact-Checked: We cross-referenced all information and tips with American Samoa Tourism, local businesses or repeat visitors.

Our Sustainability Commitment

As an SPTO-recognised guide, we prioritise:
🌿 Eco-conscious operators
👐 Locally owned tours and accommodations
📉 Reducing over-tourism in fragile areas
Learn more about our sustainable tourism pledge.

How We Stack Up Over Other Guides:

Here is a comparison between us and an “unnamed major competitor” as of 2025.