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Moving to Hawaii
Which Hawaiian Island Should You Move To?
Deciding on which of the six major islands in Hawaii to call home is a nice problem to have. They are all beautiful and have something to offer their residents ...
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Shipping Household Items To Hawaii
The moving process is never easy, but moving all your stuff to Hawaii is particularly challenging in that it requires not only land transport, but also ocean or air transport ...
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How to Ship a Car to Hawaii: The Ultimate Guide
If you’re planning a move to Hawaii, you might wonder if it’s worth shipping your current car, motorcycle, or boat overseas, or if you should just replace it once you’re ...
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Cost of Living in Hawaii
Which Hawaiian Island Should You Move To?
Deciding on which of the six major islands in Hawaii to call home is a nice problem to have. They are all beautiful and have something to offer their residents ...
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Most Affordable Neighborhoods In Hawaii, Pt. 1: Oahu
Everyone knows that housing in Hawaii is expensive. In fact, when compared to other U.S. states, Hawaii’s average rent is the highest. But rents vary greatly throughout the state, depending ...
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Grocery Prices in Hawaii: Food Costs in 2021
A common question I see posted on forum threads about moving to Hawaii is: "What are the grocery prices in hawaii like?" This question seems to spring from the common ...
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Hawaiian Lifestyle
Hawaiian Pidgin & Slang
The official languages of the state of Hawaii are English and Hawaiian. But there’s also a third unofficial language, which is spoken by many locals in everyday conversation: Hawaii Pidgin ...
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Men: Dress For Success In Hawaii
A few days ago, I wrote about the vaguely defined “business casual” dress code for women in Hawaii. After doing some research on behalf of my male readers, I’m happy ...
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Women: Dress For Success In Hawaii
Today I had an interview with the APEC hosting committee, to work as a volunteer at the upcoming APEC summit in Honolulu. It was an easy interview and lasted only ...
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Education
Private Schools In Hawaii: Grades PreK-12
NOTE: If you’re interested in finding a private school for a child age 15 months-6 years, I recommend also reading my post Preschools In Hawaii. In 2009, average test scores ...
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Getting a Hawaii Driver License Or State ID
How to Get a Hawaiian Drivers Licence If you have an unexpired driver's license from another U.S. state, Canada, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, or the ...
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Learn English In Hawaii
Hawaii (and in particular, Honolulu) is teeming with English-language instruction schools. Many (but not all) cater to foreign nationals who want to live in Hawaii on an F-1 student visa, ...
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Jobs in Hawaii
Men: Dress For Success In Hawaii
A few days ago, I wrote about the vaguely defined “business casual” dress code for women in Hawaii. After doing some research on behalf of my male readers, I’m happy ...
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Women: Dress For Success In Hawaii
Today I had an interview with the APEC hosting committee, to work as a volunteer at the upcoming APEC summit in Honolulu. It was an easy interview and lasted only ...
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Which Hawaiian Island Should You Move To?
Deciding on which of the six major islands in Hawaii to call home is a nice problem to have. They are all beautiful and have something to offer their residents ...
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Bringing Pets to Hawaii
Before You Move To Hawaii, Answer These Questions
If living in Hawaii is currently your dream rather than your reality, you’re certainly not alone. And if your dream is anything like mine was, it includes year-round sunshine, going ...
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Bringing Pets To Hawaii, Step 10: Moving Day
Step 1: Prohibited Animals Step 2: Vaccinations Step 3: Microchip Step 4: Blood Test Step 5: Flight Booking Step 6: Kennel Step 7: Import Form Step 8: Health Certificate Step ...
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Bringing Pets To Hawaii, Step 9: Flight Prep
Step 1: Prohibited Animals Step 2: Vaccinations Step 3: Microchip Step 4: Blood Test Step 5: Flight Booking Step 6: Kennel Step 7: Import Form Step 8: Health Certificate Step ...
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Finding a Home in Hawaii
Which Hawaiian Island Should You Move To?
Deciding on which of the six major islands in Hawaii to call home is a nice problem to have. They are all beautiful and have something to offer their residents ...
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Most Affordable Neighborhoods In Hawaii, Pt. 1: Oahu
Everyone knows that housing in Hawaii is expensive. In fact, when compared to other U.S. states, Hawaii’s average rent is the highest. But rents vary greatly throughout the state, depending ...
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Senior Citizen Benefits & Programs In Hawaii
Hawaii is a good place to grow old: The weather is mild year-round, the air is clean, the beautiful natural surroundings encourage outdoor activities, the pace of life is less-hectic, ...
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Travel and Entertainment in Hawaii
Hawaiian Luau
What is Luau? Attending Luau is an essential part of entertaining program of any guest of Hawaii. But what is Luau? For locals Luau is a nice way to celebrate ...
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Watching whales in Hawaii
Watching whales is the most popular entertainment in winter months in Hawaii. The world population of humpback whales counts about 10-15 thousands of species. About a thousand of whales come ...
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Night shows in Hawaii
The most known night shows in Hawaii Night shows are the most popular type of entertainment on the islands. There is the greatest choice of shows and events suited to ...
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