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Marshall Islands
The Republic of the Marshall Islands is a collection of 29
atolls and five islands scattered across the middle of the Pacific
Ocean. Home to around 60,000 people, the islands have been
inhabited for over four millennia, despite its comparatively recent
naming after John Marshall, the first European visitor in 1788.
Between 1946 and 1958 the USA detonated 66 nuclear weapons on
and around these islands including the largest ever device, Castle
Bravo. While the Republic's rather compelling lawsuit against the
USA is being argued, the good news is that today scientists
estimate that you are exposed to more radiation watching TV in your
home than spending time on the islands. More pressing concerns are
the prolonged drought, high cost of energy, and lack of employment
opportunities.
The most promising area in that regard is tourism, which is
growing steadily. Visitors come here for the incredible diving
among the many World War II era wrecks, and the fabulous beaches,
many of which are deserted save for palm trees and swathes of
white-golden sand.
As a low-lying atoll, the Marshall Islands are seriously
threatened by rising sea levels caused by global warming. Plans
have already been put in place to evacuate the population should
this threat become a reality.
The climate is generally hot and humid, with May to November
being the wet season when the odd hurricane blows by to the horror
of tourists and delight of the kite flying community.
The capital Majuro is a pleasant town and well worth exploring.
All trips begin and end here and the facilities are very good.
Beyond Majuro the outlying islands and atolls vary from sparsely
populated to uninhabited and there are plenty of opportunities to
truly get away from it all should you wish.
Information & Facts
Customs
In the Marshall Islands, respect for one's elders and deference
to their authority are considered to be very important codes of
social behaviour. Locals are conditioned not to walk in front or
upwind of their seniors, nor to elevate their heads above them.
Visitors to the Marshall Islands should ensure that they dress
modestly, and behave less brashly than (perhaps) they are used to
doing in their countries of origin. To avoid causing a stir,
foreigners should check with the tourism office before visiting
remote beaches or outlying areas, as the locals might not
appreciate the presence of tourists in these areas.
Duty Free
Travellers to the Marshall Islands may import the following
goods tax-free: 300 cigarettes/75 cigars/225g of tobacco. Visitors
over 21 may bring two litres liquor. Prohibited imports include
guns and ammunition, drugs and pornographic materials.
Passport Visa
All foreign passengers to the Marshall Islands must hold
return/onward tickets, the necessary travel documentation for their
next destination, and sufficient funds to cover their expenses
while in the country. Note that to enter Kwajalein, passengers must
hold an Entry Authorisation issued by the US Military. To enter
Ebeye, passengers must hold an Entry Permit for Ebeye, which can be
obtained upon arrival in Kwajalein (KWA). Note that any travellers
holding a visa for the Marshall Islands issued in Macao, will be
refused entry. NOTE: It is highly recommended that your passport
has at least six months validity remaining after your intended date
of departure from your travel destination. Immigration officials
often apply different rules to those stated by travel agents and
official sources.