Fishing Majuro, Arno
Want to go fishing. Cary Evarts boat Wasabi is a great choice. Email him at caryevarts@yahoo.com.
Majuro Lagoon Writers
Looking back at The Majuro Lagoon Writers club.
Nuclear Savage
‘Nuclear Savage: The Islands of Secret Project 4.1’ … A must-watch film by Adam Horowitz. “…how U.S. scientists turned a Pacific paradise into a radioactive hell, using Marshall islanders as human guinea pigs for three decades to study the effects of nuclear fallout on human beings.”
Sail on a Canoe
Sailing on a traditional Marshallese canoe is a big deal … you will never forget the ride of your life. To do this, contact Waan Aelon in Majel, Canoes of the Marshall Islands.
Alele Museum and Library
Children enjoy the comfort of the living-room style seating in the Alele Library. Photo: Karen Earnshaw Two gentlemen do some research in the Alele Library, Uliga. Photo: Karen Earnshaw A young girl was spotted looking at a selection of books in the children’s section of the Alele Library. Photo: Karen Earnshaw The Alele Museum, Library, […]
Canvasback Medical Missions
The non-profit Canvasback Missions, founded by Jamie and Jacque Spence, brings teams of volunteer doctors and other medical professionals to the Marshall Islands every year, and sometimes twice.
Darlene Keju’s Speech
A significant link between the World Council of Churches and the Marshall Islands is the historic speech given by Ebeye’s Darlene Keju Johnson at the Pacific Plenary of the World Council of Churches* Assembly at Vancouver, Canada, in 1983. According to an article on Wikipedia, Darlene was a pioneering critic of the US government’s response […]
United Airlines
United Airlines is the primary airline that services the Marshall Islands from the north, with Honolulu and Guam being the main hubs for these routes.
Dan Zak on Nuclear
So we (the U.S.) tested 67 nuclear weapons in the Marshall Islands from 1946-1958. If you take the explosive yield and spread it out evenly, the equivalent would be like setting off one and a half Hiroshima bombs every day for twelve years.
Shopping Tips
Shopping for the weekly necessities often means visiting a number of stores as each offers a certain specialty that I can’t live without. Here are some tips and the Yellow Pages guide.
RMI Ministries
The names of the Government Ministries were changed a few years ago. This is the current lineup.
Marshall Islands Maps
Maps and more maps. A different one for a different need.
Musical Marshallese
Marshallese-born twins Julia and Emma Churchill performed at the Marshall Islands Resort’s Melele Room and stunned the crowd with their fabulous music.
Beer Can Race
The Mieco Beach Yacht Club occasionally holds beer can races. The little boats are made by The Canoe House (Waan Aelon in Majel) and it’s the craziest funnest day ever.
Marshallese Navigation
A Harvard science professor wants to further document traditional Marshallese navigation methods to help boost the islands’ indigenous culture. About his book…
Radio Bikini
Radio Bikini is a 1988 American documentary about the nuclear tests performed around Bikini Atoll during Operation Crossroads in 1946, and their effects on the indigenous population and American servicemen involved in the testing.
Pandanus-Coconut Drink
This pandanus and coconut water concoction is a refreshing drink that’s super-easy to make and is fantastically healthy.
Pharmaceuticals
If you’re in need of non-prescription medication or a doctor who can prescribe your medication, this post has your options.
Language Introduction
Like most cultures, ri-Majol (Marshallese people) love it if you at least try to wrap your mouth around their language, so here are a few words and phrases to get you going.
Dream Maker Lands on Likiep
University of Georgia students Christopher Lee and Jacob Pope had a dream: To row across the Pacific from California to Hawaii. Their boat arrived in the Marshall Islands. They did not.
Karen’s Fish Burgers
One food item that there’s lots of in the Marshall Islands is fish, plus I’m particularly lucky because my husband, Cary, has a fishing boat, so he is quite often the hunter and gatherer. Not so lucky? Don’t worry, because all the supermarkets carry fresh fish. For the fish burgers I use yellowfin or dogtooth […]
The Bilgewater Band
There’s always a few musicians in the cruiser fleet … and 2016 is no exception. I shot this video of The Bilgewater Band at a mini-concert held at RRE Hotel. The performers are Don Moore of Windryder, David Mason of Navire, and Larry Jones of Tribute.
Tom Armbruster
Today’s Remembering RMI guest writer is former US Ambassador to the Marshall Islands TOM ARMBRUSTER who served in this position from August 2012 to May 2016. My favorite place in the Marshall Islands was anywhere underwater. The first time I saw a shark I knew I had to take my cue from Hiro, RayCrew’s incomparable […]
Mail and Freight
The Marshall Islands is linked to the US Postal Service and as a result makes it mostly an efficient incoming service. Outgoing as of 2025 has had some issues due to changes made by the Trump administration.
Enra Restaurant
The Enra Restaurant at Marshall Islands Resort is, surprisingly, one of the only venues sitting adjacent to the water. There is an air-conditioned dining room and a dock with dining tables.
Bean Dip
How to make a super easy layered bean dip that takes 40 minutes to make (including 30 minutes in the oven). Perfect for picnics at Enemanet or Eneko Islands.
What to Pack
What to pack lists are always useful: Print it out and tick the items off as you pack (first crossing out any you don’t want/need). I’ve added a bunch of comments as to why I’ve included some items in the list. Travel Documents Airline Tickets, itinerary and passport/s: Each must be valid for at least […]
Their Country is Disappearing
Chris James of CNN’s Beme News, which can be found on YouTube, came to Majuro recently and produced an excellent clip on climate change. Here’s the description of the footage titled Their Country is Disappearing: “How would you react if someone said your entire country could be uninhabitable in just a matter of years? Chris […]
Taiwan Navy Visit
Every year or so, three Taiwan Navy vessels arrive in Majuro. Known as the ROC Naval Goodwill Squadron, the ships are the flagship Pan-Shi and two frigates, the Kung-Din and the Cheng-Ho. They have on board about 700 officers, midshipmen, and sailors. Each visit includes events where the crew engages with the local community. A […]
Downtown Moorings
Downtown Majuro has one main mooring field, which is in front of the Mobil tanks. The moorings are owned by three people: Matt Holly: (692) 455-5567 matthollymarshalls@yahoo.com Ben Chutaro: (692) 625-8321 or 625-2256 Cary Evarts: (692) 455-3044 caryevarts@yahoo.com The cost of these moorings ranges from $1 to $3 a day. The Mieco Beach Yacht Club […]
Video: Sailing RMI with Mahili
Mike and Jennifer Gough voyaged around the Marshall Islands in the latter part of 2014. Mike subsequently produced this movie, which is a compilation of footage and stills with simple, but descriptive, captions. The couple first stayed in Majuro then went sailing to a number of atolls such as Maloelap, Ailuk, Rongerik, Rongelap, and Enewetak.
Flame Tree
The Flame Tree is a popular bar restaurant in Delap. The main draws are its pizzas, pool tables, and karaoke machine. The wide verandah straddling both main rooms is a balmy spot to enjoy a bite and a beer.
Marshall Islands Timeline
Look back in time at the history of the Marshall Islands by year. The timeline was kicked off by the BBC and continued by this site’s author, Karen Earnshaw.
Historic Dive Sites
Years ago, World War II buff Matt Holly made a number of historic dive sites in the Marshall Islands’ atolls. These were mostly done in the late 1990s for the RMI Historic Preservation Office, but still have some relevance. Click on the relevant pdf to start the download. Matt Holly Kwajalein Underwater Report Matt Holly […]
Multi-Grain Bread
Everyone loves this bread, mainly because of the extra texture and taste provided by the variety of grains. I have given measurements for the seeds, but in reality I just use my mood to determine the amounts. Recipe Ideas Keen home cooks are tuned in to when the main supermarkets bring in new produce, […]
Traditional Navigation Chant
The late Lijon Eknilang, a master navigator from Rongelap Atoll, performs a traditional Marshallese navigation chant. To learn more about Marshallese canoes and traditional navigation, visit the Waan Aelon in Majel site.
Tide Table
The Tide Table is always a safe bet for a tasty meal. As a hotel restaurant, it is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and all the hours in between.
Marshall Islands Passport
All you need to know about getting or renewing your Marshall Islands Passport and the Citizenship Act of 1984.
Kathy’s Latest Masterpiece
August, 2017: In her new poem ‘Anointed’ Marshallese poet and activist Kathy Jetnil-Kijiner explores the nuclear testing legacy of the Marshall Islands through the legends and stories of Runit Island on Enewetak Atoll. The poem was written and performed by Kathy Jetnil-Kijiner, the video was directed by Dan Lin, and produced by PREL (Pacific […]
Banana Bread
Bananas are grown everywhere in the Marshall Islands and while they are small, they are sweet and glorious to eat. The only downside is that they ripen quickly, so if you have an over-abundance make banana bread!
Bread with a Boost
Bake some bread. Even if you’re a novice, it will no doubt be tastier than the local versions that often contain a lot of sugar.
Safety Around Town
The Marshall Islands is generally an extremely safe place for visitors. That said, there are exceptions to this rule as explained in this post about safety issues.
Arno Documentary
La Mancha Media — a California nonprofit corporation — was in the Marshall Islands in March 2018 to continue its goal of filming worthwhile projects around the world. The team published its RMI ‘episode’ on May 24, 2018.
Don’t Ever Whisper
Don’t Ever Whisper tells the powerful story of a woman from a tiny Pacific island who championed the cause of nuclear weapons test survivors when others were silent, and who later implemented unparalleled community health programs and services that gave hope to a generation of troubled youth. Don’t Ever Whisper is the stirring account of […]
Tomato, Veggie, Coconut Soup
This cherry tomato, vegetable, and coconut milk soup is a great way to use local produce.
Fish Markets
The Majuro fish market. Photo: Giff Johnson.
Hardware
For a relatively small town, Majuro has a bunch of stores that carry hardware items. The list below includes the main outlets, but are likely to find other sources of specific items.
Phones and Internet
Telephone and internet services are looked are by the National Telecommunications Authority. They have various plans for phone and internet services.
Telephone Directory
The National Telecommunications Authority (NTA) office is in Delap. This is where you can pay for your phone connection, internet and other related items.
Logan’s Lens
Many people have taken beautiful photos of the Marshall Islands. Here’s a glimpse of some of the photos by Jamison Logan.
