by Melissa Akins | May 28, 2025 | Uncategorized
Prepare for a Typhoon early! Okinawa Typhoon season officially starts June 1 and ends November 30 of each year. They can also come early or later than this season, but primarily come during this typhoon season when the water and weather is warmer. It helps to be...
by Melissa Akins | May 12, 2025 | Uncategorized
What Okinawa Facebook groups should you know while your stationed here? Okinawa runs on Facebook! Each base will have a different page for its residents. Each facility will have a different Facebook page for its facilities and each housing area will have its own as...
by Melissa Akins | Apr 7, 2025 | Uncategorized
The answer to what should be in your OCONUS PCS binder is going to vary from family to family, so I’m going to share what is essential in an OCONUS PCS binder. Keep in mind that this could vary widely based on the different needs and ages of those in your...
by Melissa Akins | Jul 4, 2024 | Activities in Okinawa, Air Force, Family Fun, Marine Corps
Thrift Shopping is definitely a passion of mine. While having four kids, the ability to go to the marine thrift shop and off base thrift stores has helped me tremendously save on items for my constantly growing children and family. The two main thrift stores on island...
by Melissa Akins | Jul 2, 2024 | Moving to Okinawa, Working in Okinawa
You’re about to move overseas and you want to start working on base in Okinawa as soon as you arrive here. This is a daunting experience and one that can often be very confusing for newcomers. Hopefully this guide can help you navigate this new road a little bit...
