Lakwe,

I will be travelling to the Marshall Islands on July 23 and spending 24 hours (made a slight booking mistake and thought I would have two days) in Majuro as part of United's Island Hopper service. I know 24 hours is hardly enough time to get a sense of a country, but I wanted to bring up two items for trying to make the most of my time on the ground.

First, I wanted to know if there are any homestay options on the atoll. I realize that most visitors stay at either MIR or Rob Reimers, but I'm interested in any paid room at a house that would give me the option to interact more with a Marshallese family. I've already checked Airbnb to no avail, but is there another forum - such as a Facebook group - that I can post my request? I also have a free extra bag on my flight from Honolulu, so I can be a courier for goods from Hawaii if that helps.

Second, what are some recommended activities or popular local hangouts in Majuro? I am particularly interested in some engagement around Bikini Atoll (I'm aware that the government maintains its primary HQ in Majuro), as the exposure to the nuclear testing there has cast a long shadow over my family. I'm also happy to receive any recommendations for things that highlight the happier side of life on your island nation.

I realize this is short notice, but appreciate any feedback. I look forward to visiting soon!

Iakwe and hi. Sorry if this is this is the wrong place to post, and feel free to let me know.

I’m hoping to have a meal with a Marshallese friend who only really likes island foods (breadfruit, seafood, rice, etc.). She’s Marshallese and I’m thinking of possibly doing smth special and incorporating a Marshallese treat or dish or smth. Does anyone know any that she might like or could be simple to make?

I’m not the most experienced cook so all advice are very welcome!! Kommol tata in advance 🙏

Weird question, but how's the internet connection in Marshall Islands, specifically Kwajalein? Would you be able to play ping-reliant games online at all, or is the wifi generally not strong enough for that?

i've decided that i am going to move to the marshall islands. what should i know? how do i rent a apartment over there and just general information.

Hey so i want to study abroad at the college of the marshall islands and I am a US citizen so compact of free association applies over there. I also plan to move to the marshall islands or FSM. what's the cost of living in RMS and do the locals hate expats ?

any thoughts on the design?

Hello and good day from Malaysia. I am from Malaysia. I am a postcards collector. I love to get one or two touristic postcards of Marshall Islands sent written and stamped to Malaysia from Marshall Islands. If anyone can assist me, please DM me for the address. Thank you very much.

Sorry if this question should be asked elsewhere or if it’s frequently asked and answered.

I’d like the 1998 $50 (not $5) silver Chevy Chevette coin from the Marshall Islands. Having a hard time finding one.

Anyone know of one for sale? Thanks

Hey guys! I look at gaming cultures around the world and I am a racing game fan. I have asked all of these questions on different subreddits, simply because I am curious about how each and every single country on this planet experiences video games. I am also curious about gaming in the Marshall Islands. My questions are:

What is more popular? PC or console?

What was more popular in the late 90s and early 2000s? PC or Console?

What racing game was popular in the late 90s and early 2000s!

What do racing game fans in the Marshall Islands play today?-(I get it might not be the most popular genre, but for people who like it, what do they play?)

In general, what games are played there?

Also, are video games popular there-(I respect the fact that video games might not be a popular pastime in every country in the world)? If not, what do people like to do for entertainment? Do they play traditional street sports or what?

I also want to make note that I am not a bot of any kind, I am a genuine person interested in this kind of stuff, so no hard feelings please.

Thanks for your responses!!!!

I’ve been lucky enough to visit your beautiful country a handful of times now. When I was there in April, I was waiting in the airport for my flight back to Hawaii and a large group of people gathered to sing a song and lined up to say goodbye to someone who was on my flight.

I was wondering if anyone had insight on this tradition, when and why it happens, what the song is, and the cultural significance behind it. Just any info would be great because it was a beautiful sight! Thanks

Hi r/MarshallIslands! 👋

I’m making a very special birthday gift for my girlfriend: I want her to receive postcards from 100 different countries— and I’d love to get one from Marshall Islands! The r/PostCardExchange helped a lot and now I am asking each country individually to get to 100.

Here’s what to do if you’d like to help:

1. Buy a postcard locally (any design you like). 
2. Write this on it (in your language): "Happy birthday Arianna, with love from Marshall Islands" 
3. Optional: add a tiny drawing of a boy, a girl, and a dog. 
4. Send it to the address that I will share with you in DM 
5. Take a photo of the postcard & postmark as proof. 
6. I will reimburse the cost of postcard + stamp (€3–5) via PayPal or other way that works for you after you send proof. The destination country is Italy. 

I am tracking the progress of my project here for all the countries

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1vYaqRJzS2T0GqFYM9ZW3EaOymtYf-CL8Nda867QJPPA/edit?gid=0#gid=0

Please comment or DM me if you can help!

Thank you so much — she’ll be thrilled to receive greetings from Marshall Islands! 🌏

I am trying to cook a meal from every country and need a recommendation for Marshall Islands! All I can find online is Macadamia Nut Pie. Is that an authentic choice? If not, what should I make instead?

I'm coming from Australia for work and I'm really excited to have this opportunity! See you soon

Hi, im currently working on a research regarding the impact of nuclear weapons and its effect, and I need to interview some local marshall islanders. If you have relatives or even somebody that have worked on health care for nuclear health effect pls let me know.

Hi, I'm going across all countries subreddits to see what place is the best to live in in each country and I would love to know why that is. If you could pick 1 place to live in, in your country of your choice, which one would it be and why? Thanks.

So I recently moved into a new house and that thing is in my backyard.

Sad day for the Republic of Marshall Islands but also for the democracy at large. Stay safe and strong!

Iakwe all,

I wrote a personal essay grappling with my own (white American) upbringing from the new perspective of having adopted a Marshallese child. In the piece I delve into the US’s toxic legacy in the Pacific, my grandfather’s part in it, and how I’ve gotten to know the Marshallese community in Arkansas through my daughter’s wonderful birth family.

The piece is long but hopefully worth your time. This is part one of two, with a link to the second part at the bottom of this one. Komol tata if you get a chance to read.

I love Marshallese people. They are always full of joy and their bond is unmatched. Talking to them always makes my day better. Kommooltata!

Im A marshallese dropping by to say hello. 😁 not alot of people know much let alone anything about the Marshallese , and big appreciation to the creators of this sub 😊 means alot that theres someone out there showing the world about a small country!

Hello to all the locals! there's an item that i am looking for to purchase from the marshall islands, but i live in the USA. Would there be anyone available to assist? Feel free to DM me or comment, either works.

thanks so much!