RRE Hotel
The Hotel Robert Reimers has a traditional Marshallese flavor, primarily due to its luxurious tropical garden and its faux thatched bungalows. There are four types of rooms, two of which are upstairs alongside the restaurant. Of these, most have verandahs and views of the lagoon. In the garden, there is a row of small (but […]
Chewy Lin Films
Chewy Lin is a well-known man around Majuro town who always has a camera with him, be it a still camera or a video camera. He shares his videos and some of his best work is shown here.
Vacation Rentals
Ten years or so years ago I think there was one or maybe two vacation rentals available in Majuro. Now there’s a load of options, including places to stay on nearby atolls, including Arno. Below are links to the some of the vacation rental sites. At first glance it would appear that Airbnb is the […]
Bokanbotin Island
The Bokanbotin Island Getaway is a charming way to run away from town and enjoy waterfront accommodation. The mini-resort is listed on… OCIT (the Office of Commerce, Investment and Tourism) at https://www.ocit.mh/ab/ao-kapijuknen-businesses/bokanbotin-island-getaway Airbnb at https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/1469240538686584847?search_mode=regular_search&adults=1&category_tag=Tag%3A8678&check_in=2026-01-01&check_out=2026-01-06&children=0&infants=0&pets=0&photo_id=2263869197&source_impression_id=p3_1767222788_P3wpcfIWQxGvSZ6c&previous_page_section_name=1000 Where to Stay Whatever your budget you’ll be able to find the right accommodation, be it a hotel with all […]
Annie’s Bakery
Annie’s Bakery in Delap, on the western end of the Marshall Islands Resort, is a popular cafe. They serve up delicious sweet and savory baked goods and their birthday and event cakes are a specialty. Di Briscoe enjoyed a yummy cake from Annie’s Bakery for her birthday on New Year’s Eve 2025. Photo: Karen […]
WAM’s Role
Waan Aelon in Majel, aka WAM or The Canoe House, plays a key role by training groups of young Marshallese who lost their way in the education system and providing them with vocational and English-Math skills.
Practical Marshallese
Learn Marshallese by studying the book Practical Marshallese by Dr. Peter Rudiak-Gould.
Churches & Religion
The Marshall Islands hosts a large number of religions and a majority of people attend church or temple on a regular basis.
Taking a Taxi
Taxis are the easiest way to get around downtown Majuro, between Uliga and Delap. They also travel as far as Laura, but if you’re headed over the bridge, best to inquire about the cost of getting to your destination.
RMI Ship Registry
The Marshall Islands is the third largest ship registry in the world behind Liberia and Panama. It is administered by International Registries, Inc. on behalf of the Marshall Islands.
Fresh Water Sources
It’s recommended you don’t drink the city water. All the stores sell bottled water, some of which is made locally and some is imported. The original freshwater maker was Pacific Pure Water, which is owned by RRE and can be found in Uliga next to Rongelap Atoll city hall. It sells fresh water in small […]
Jaki-ed Revival
The jaki-ed (clothing mats) revival program was championed by Dr. Irene Taafaki at the University of the South Pacific and Maria Fowler. Their efforts included weaving instructions, weaving circles, apprenticeships, and auctions of the mats. The book Clothing Mats of the Marshalls details the revival.
Lawyers
Find a lawyer in Majuro, Marshall Islands.
Immigration
The best way to find out everything about immigration and visas, etc, is to go to the website for Marshall Islands Immigration: https://rmiimmigration.org/ A couple of key forms are below, but more are available on the Immigration site.
Moonlight Tunes
December 2014: A great way to discover some old and modern Marshallese music is to listen to ‘Moonlight Leta Volume I: Musical Transitions.’ Originally a 23-track CD, it was produced by Moonlight Recording Studios and its parent, the Marshall Islands Music & Arts Society (sample tracks below thanks to permission given by Scott Stege). The […]
Dear Matafele Peinam
Marshallese poet Kathy Jetnil-Kijiner spoke on behalf of civil society during the opening ceremony of the UN Climate Summit in New York City in September 2014. Watch the clip from the United Nations below and then check out her blog at https://jkijiner.wordpress.com/ Kathy is a poet, writer, journalist and teacher. In recent years she has given […]
Office Supplies
Need office supplies or a computer repair store. Here’s your guide.
Dar Cafe
Dar Cafe is a delightful place to catch up on emails while having breakfast or lunch. A feature is the choice of Marshallese dishes.
Medical Help
For a small island, the available medical treatment available on Majuro is substantial at Majuro’s hospital in Delap. There is also one private doctor: Dr. Alex Pinano.
MIMRA
The Marshall Islands Marine Resources Authority (MIMRA) is the fisheries agency of the Republic of the Marshall Islands. It looks after all aspects of commercial fishing in the nation, bringing in substantial revenue. Director Glen Joseph believes in transparency at all levels, commissioning in-depth, magazine-style annual reports every year.
Moona Kitesurfs @ Beran
Beran Island in Ailinglaplap is the capital of surfing in the Marshall Islands. It’s managed by Indies Trader, a company owned by Australian Martin Daly.
The Toll of Climate Change
Britain’s Guardian newspaper has covered climate change in the Marshall Islands numerous times over the past couple of decades. Here’s an example from 2016.
Researching our Reefs
Marine scientists are regular visitors to the Marshall Islands. Their specific research topics vary, but most choose the Marshalls because our reefs are so accessible … plus those that aren’t so accessible, on the remote outer islands, are truly unique.
The Undiscovered Country
The Undiscovered Country is a documentary film that explores the Marshall Islands, focusing on the clash between tradition and modernity. It examines the impact of globalization, cultural imperialism, and climate change on the Marshallese people, who have preserved a unique palette of colors that denote identity and duty. The film combines documentary, cell […]
Wasabi’s Whopper Wahoo
Cary Evarts with a 45-pound wahoo. Photo: Willard Lathrop. Wasabi Captain Cary Evarts and Willard Lathrop weigh their 45-pound wahoo. Photo: Karen Earnshaw Wasabi Captain Cary Evarts and Willard Lathrop with their 45-pound wahoo. Photo: Karen Earnshaw Wasabi powers through Majuro’s bridge. Sunday looked perfect, so Wasabi Captain Cary Evarts called his mate Willard Lathrop […]
Dive Bikini’s Wrecks
Bikini Atoll, which was the site of numerous atomic bombs in the 1940s and 1950s and has the world’s largest dive-able wrecks, but it is not so easy to access these today. Read more…
Air Marshall Islands
The outer islands are accessible via Air Marshall Islands, which as of August 2025 had a fleet of three aircraft. You can book tickets online. Read more…
Canoe Paddling Federation
The Marshall Islands Canoe Paddling Federation has two clubs which have a growing number of participants. Most evenings in the downtown area of the lagoon you can see paddle club members practicing as the sun sinks to the horizon.
World’s Largest Shark Sanctuary
In 2011, the Marshall Islands became home to the world’s largest shark sanctuary. See the PEW video.
Clothing Mats Museum
The revival program of jaki-ed (clothing mats) includes a virtual museum of the world’s collections of jaki-ed, many of which were collected from the turn of the century through to the 1920s. The museum was spear-headed by the University of the South Pacific’s Majuro campus Director Dr. Irene Taafaki. It was designed and created by Karen […]
Selina Speaks to the World
This agreement should be the turning point in our story; a turning point for all of us. January, 2016: The Marshall Islands’ Selina Leem, formerly a student at Marshall Islands High School and now a student at UWC Robert Bosch College in Germany, spoke to world leaders at the 2015 United Nations Climate Conference […]
Marshallese-Born, Texas-Raised
Over the years many, many Marshallese babies have been adopted by American families, but not so many these days. Here’s one family’s story of their adopted son and his visit to his place of birth.
Legal Assistance
In need of legal assistance? Visit the non-profit Micronesian Legal Services Corporation in Majuro or Ebeye.
Cruisers Chili Cook-Off
The Mieco Beach Yacht Club is a social and safety non-profit organization. They held a Chili Cook-off and it was a delicious event!
Food Stores
The two largest fresh produce and general food outlets in Majuro are K&K Island Pride Supermarket in Delap, and Payless Supermarket in Uliga south of the Court House. Both stores carry some local produce and also bring in fresh vegetables by plane and ship. If the fresh produce shelves are looking a little bare, ask one […]
Helping Yacht Windryder
The yacht Windryder was dismasted on its way from Majuro to Hawaii. Here’s the tale…
The Courts
The Marshall Islands court system has an expansive website, which states it “reflects the Judiciary’s continuing commitment to providing access to justice, contains a number of resources.” I have listed the key points and then embedded it so you can easily use it as a resource.
Wotje, Rongelap, Maloelap Scenes
Throughout this site I have been given permission to share people’s photos. Deo Keju and Garry Venus have both been generous with their fabulous pictures. As well, Lanny and Ginger on the catamaran SwiftSure spent a few months enjoying cruising the Marshall Islands. And while they were enjoying meeting the people and enjoying the lagoons […]
Radio Stations
The hot radio station on Majuro is Daniel Kramer’s Power 103.5 FM, with thousands tuning in every day.
Aground Wins ‘Best Story’
Movie maker Jack Niedenthal occasionally holds short-film festivals. If you hear one is happening, make a film or at the very least, go to the show.
PII Facilities in High Demand
Pacific International Inc. is the Marshalls biggest construction company. It was founded by Jerry Kramer and is now owned and run by him and his family.
Marshall Islands Story Project
In the latter part of the last decade, the Historic Preservation Office spearheaded the creation of a website that’s bursting with stories about the Marshall Islands told by the people who lived the stories.
Buy Local at MISCO
The MISCO market is your go-to store for local products including fresh fish, bananas, and freshly-made lunch take-out plates. Opposite is their handicraft store.
World Tuna Day
Happy World Tuna Day visitors at Delap Park. Photo: Rebecca Lathrop. Some of the World Tuna Day organizers wearing their ‘tuna’ skirts. Photo: Willard Lathrop. Minister Dennis Momotaro and PNA head Ludwig Kumoru with Coop School students Xavier Williams and Yale Kramer who won special recognition for their tuna documentary. Photo: Rebecca Lathrop. Majuro Coop […]
RMI Facebook Pages
There are some great Facebook pages about different aspects of the Marshall Islands. In the hope of making them more accessible to those interested in all things RMI, I have gathered some of the best below. To view recent items in the pages, click on one of the pages and use the scroll bar to […]
Fish or Dive on Wasabi
Wasabi is a 26-foot boat with comfortable seating and a huge cooler. Captain Cary can take you out for a half or full day of fishing around Majuro or, if the wind’s not too strong, over to beautiful nearby Arno Atoll.
SV Tarmelu
The SV Kwai is one of two sailing vessels that belong to the Marshall Islands Shipping Corporation. The boat was renamed the SV Tarmelu in 2024, but many people still call it the Kwai … and, unusually, both names appear on the bow.
Nitijela members
List of the Cabinet members and Nitijela Members of Parliament by atoll.
National Government
Learn how the government of the Marshall Islands is organized and where its various ministries and departments are located.
Basketball
Basketball is THE sport in the Marshall Islands. Sure, volleyball is popular, but you can’t get a more excited crowd than the one that’s at the SGT Solomon Sam Basketball Court watching a Ralik-Ratak Shoutout game.
