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Being an isolated archipelago has its perks. Hawaii’s remote position in the Pacific Ocean has given its flora and fauna a unique advantage: Many species have been left alone to evolve to their particular environment without a great deal of outside interference. As a result, Hawaii and its surrounding waters are home to a tremendous number of species—21,383, to be exact. Of those, 8,759 are endemic to the Hawaiian islands, meaning you won’t find them anywhere else in the world. The state’s visitors and residents already know just how special Hawaii can be, and its biodiversity is just another reason to love the Aloha State....

Right now, many people are dreaming of visiting Hawaii, and many of us in the Hawaiian islands are dreaming of a day when we can explore and enjoy every inch of our island homes. Until we can experience all that Hawaii has to offer together, we’ve put together a list of our favorite books about Hawaii so you can explore the island’s unique culture and fascinating history from the comfort of your favorite chair. (Feel free to set up a beach chair on your lawn to set the mood!) You’ll find something for everyone in this list: history buffs, culture aficionados, creation story collectors, outdoor...

Whether you’re moving to the Hawaiian islands for the first time, leaving Hawaii for the Mainland or just looking for some exciting new activities to enjoy while you’re living in Hawaii, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve gathered a list of 19 must-do items across all of the islands: Oahu, Maui, the Big Island, Kauai, Molokai and Lanai. Consider this your “bucket list” of only-in-Hawaii experiences, ones you simply can’t miss while you’re living here. (And, don’t worry, we’ve got something for everyone in your family, from keiki to kupuna!) Let’s dive in!   For the History Buffs in the Family #1: Oahu: Visit...

In the midst of the unprecedented developments around COVID-19 (coronavirus), the Royal Hawaiian Movers team has had to make a number of operational adjustments. You can read more about the measures we’re taking to protect our customers, employees and families, and we’ll continue to keep our customers and our community updated. As we’ve made these adjustments, we’ve also spent some time thinking about the traditional Hawaiian culture and values that are alive and well in the islands today. In these uncertain times, we’d like to offer you a few traditional Hawaiian concepts that you might find useful as you and your family make your own...

When you’re in Hawaiʻi, you won’t go long without hearing the Hawaiian word ʻāina. You might recognize it in a passing discussion, read it on a sign, or spot it on a bumper sticker. The word ʻāina is even in the Hawaiʻi state motto: “Ua mau ke ea o ka ʻāina i ka pono.” English Translation: “The life of the land is perpetuated in righteousness.” As you can see from the motto, ʻāina translates as “land.” However, like many words in the Hawaiian language, the meaning of ʻāina goes much deeper than a simple definition. In this article, we’ll explore the deeper meaning of ʻāina,...

When he visited the Hawaiian islands in 1866 as a special correspondent for the Sacramento Union, Mark Twain wrote about the islands’ “balmy airs . . . summer seas . . . plumy palms . . . remote summits . . . woody solitudes.” In short, Twain was charmed by the natural beauty of the islands he visited: Oahu, Maui and the Big Island. Many visitors and residents alike share his sentiments and admire the natural wonders that the isolated island chain has to offer. To celebrate the start of spring, we’ll be highlighting some of Hawaii’s most exotic and amazing endemic plants, which means...