Marshall Islands

A Pacific atoll nation with clear lagoons, WWII shipwreck diving and the history of Bikini Atoll.

The Marshall Islands lie in the central Pacific, part of Micronesia, and consist of two parallel chains of atolls, with very little land area but a vast expanse of ocean. The capital, Majuro, is the main gateway. The islands are known for pristine lagoons, coral reefs and WWII shipwreck diving; Bikini Atoll, a World Heritage site because of Cold War–era nuclear testing, is a special destination for wreck diving. The climate is hot and humid year-round, with winter and spring relatively drier. Tourist facilities are fairly limited. International flights arrive at Amata Kabua International Airport in Majuro, and reaching the outer islands depends on small planes or boats.

Destinations

• Majuro

Itineraries

• Micronesia Island Hopper Crossing – Follow the United Airlines Island Hopper route east from Guam, passing through Chuuk, Pohnpei, and Kosrae to Majuro.