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Shoveling the snow blocking your driveway for the fourth time this week. Waking up to cold, dark mornings. Counting the days until you can hop your plane to a winter vacation in Honolulu, Kahului, Kona or Lihue. Visions of perfect blue waves, postcard-worthy beaches, and swaying of palm trees. Although everyone has their own reasons, any one of these scenarios may have you daydreaming about a move to Hawaii – the Aloha State.  Just in case you need a little push to make your move, we’ve compiled a list of 10 numbers we think will make you want to sell your winter gear and buy a one-way ticket...

Updated: March 2, 2023 If you love getting out and enjoying the outdoors—and you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of mainland life—Kauaʻi is the place to be. Each of the Hawaiian islands has its own distinct character, as you’ll discover when deciding which Hawaiian Island you want to call home. Many think of Kauaʻi as the polar opposite of busy Oahu. It’s an island that’s pretty much all “country” with very little “city” to speak of. People come to Kauaʻi to enjoy a slower pace of life. When you move to the Garden Isle, you’ll enjoy plentiful opportunities to get out...

Updated May 25, 2023 To many people, pets are family. That’s why, when you’re moving to Hawaiʻi, it’s important to be able to take your dogs, cats, and other pets to your new home. Moving pets to Hawaiʻi can be a little tricky. Because it’s the only state in the U.S. that’s rabies free, the Hawaiian Islands have very strict protocols for bringing in cats, dogs, and other domesticated animals. Additionally, because of the islands’ unique and delicate ecosystem, some animals are entirely restricted. To help you understand the process for moving your pets to Hawaiʻi, we put together this guide. We’ll connect you with...

Last Updated: 7/25/2022 The Hawaiian islands feature some of the most diverse ecosystems in the world, and the island of Hawaii is no exception. In fact, the island commonly known as the Big Island hosts 11 out of 13 of the world’s climate zones. If you’re wondering if you should move to the Big Island in Hawaii, you’re sure to find the perfect climate to suit your preferences.   The Big Island was originally formed by six volcanoes, including Kilauea, the most active volcano on earth, which most recently erupted in 2018. Although you will see lava fields down the slopes of the Big Island’s volcanoes, you’ll also find classic Hawaiian white sand beaches, lush rainforests, macadamia nut and coffee...

Last Updated: 7/4/2022 The island of Hawaii (a.k.a., The Big Island) offers its residents a little bit of everything. Waterfalls, miles of breathtaking beaches, five volcanoes, snowcapped mountains, tropical rainforests—you’ll find it all on the Big Island. Off-the-grid living? Check. Costco, Home Depot, Walmart and Target? Check and check. At the end of the day, the size and diversity of The Big Island offer you the opportunity to build the lifestyle you want, at the Hawaiian island chain’s most affordable prices. Now, when it comes to where to live on the Big Island, the famous debate focuses on the Kona side (the leeward, dry side...

Last Updated: 8/1/2022 When you’re deciding which island to live on in Hawaii, Maui will likely cross your radar. Also known as the Valley Isle, Maui is often considered a middle ground between the hustle and bustle of Oahu and the untamed natural beauty of the Big Island.  Maui played host to the first capital city of the Kingdom of Hawaii. King Kamehameha named Lahaina the kingdom’s capital in 1820, although it was moved to Honolulu in 1845. Many celebrities have made Maui their home over the years, including Woody Harrelson, Ram Dass, Willie Nelson, Mick Fleetwood, Charles Lindbergh, Steven Tyler of Aerosmith and many...