In October, China gave the green light to mass tourism in the Northern Marianas, granting approved-destination status.

Northern Marianas, a commonwealth associated with the United States.

Why is the postal abbreviation for the Northern Marianas "MP"?

Since political union with the Northern Marianas in 1986, they too are treated as a part of the U.S.

Damage was estimated at US$18 million and the Northern Marianas were declared an official disaster zone.

Exceptions are Puerto Rico and the Northern Marianas, which are self-governing commonwealths.

At least Saipan brought members of Congress and their aides to the Northern Marianas to see the situation on the ground.

Carolinian is also co-official in the Northern Marianas, where only 14% of people speak English at home.

Looking to relocate soon to The Northern Marianas.

Influence from the German era in the Northern Marianas is most visible in the form of certain given names and family surnames.