If you or a loved one is planning a move to Hawaii from the mainland, there are some key items that new Hawaii residents will find especially useful in their new island paradise. We’ve put together a list of 7 of the best housewarming gifts for new Hawaii residents to make shopping a bit easier! 1. Flip Flops More commonly known on the islands as “slippers” or “slippahs.” No matter what you call them, these are the footwear of choice on the Hawaiian Islands. 2. Shoe Rack Speaking of footwear, a shoe rack is the perfect gift for someone who has just moved to Hawaii....

Interisland freight is a lifeline for the state of Hawaiʻi. Interisland freight service keeps all of Hawaiʻi’s islands connected—Oʻahu, Maui, Molokaʻi, Lānaʻi, Kauaʻi, and the Big Island. Additionally, since Honolulu Harbor acts as a major freight hub for mainland and international freight, interisland freight transportation ultimately connects all of Hawaiʻi’s neighbor islands to the rest of the world. If you need to move Hawaiʻi freight interisland, we’ll show you everything you need to know to ensure that your cargo moves safely, easily, and efficiently. The two main modes you’ll leverage for interisland cargo will be air freight and ocean freight. Trucking (over-the-road freight) also plays...

Sending eastbound freight to the mainland or westbound freight to Honolulu Harbor on Oʻahu? There are a few nuances you need to know that can make all the difference for your timeline and your budget. In this article, we’ll show you what you need to know about shipping freight to and from Oʻahu—and moving it around the island to locations like Waikiki, Honolulu, Kapolei, and beyond. With these tips, you’ll uncover a new level of ease in getting your freight where it needs to go, efficiently and cost-efficiently. #1: Choose the Right Mode for Your Shipment Freight arrives to Oʻahu via one of two modes:...

Moving to Hawaiʻi comes with an extra layer of logistics. It’s not just the distance. It’s also the fact that you’ll have to pack up your belongings and turn them over to a moving company who will send them to Oʻahu, Maui, Kauaʻi, or the Big Island. (And then, of course, you’ll also have to get yourself there, along with any other family members who are moving with you!) To help you keep track of all of the details, we’ve put together a timeline to help you organize your Hawaiʻi move from start to finish. Once you go through the below checklist, you’ll know exactly...

When you’re running a retail business, you need to keep a continual pulse on your overhead, as well as any opportunities to generate more revenue. That’s particularly true on Oʻahu, where freight costs can add up quickly and commercial rent is pricey. (Especially in Honolulu!) As you look for ways to reduce your expenses and boost your sales, consider outsourcing your warehousing and storage. At first glance, outsourcing these functions may seem like an added expense. However, this logistics strategy can offer Oʻahu retail operations four distinct benefits. Advantage #1: Maximize Your Retail Floor Space As a retail operator on Oʻahu, you’re paying for every...

“Hula is the art of Hawaiian dance expressing all that we see, hear, feel, taste, touch, and smell; hula is life.” –Kumu Hula Maiki Aiu Lake   “Hula, song (mele), and chant (oli) were the opera house, library, and cultural center of the Hawaiian people.” –Historian Nathaniel B. Emerson Hula occupies a powerful role in Native Hawaiian culture. This traditional practice has been used to honor Native Hawaiian deities, to share history, to pass along stories, to explain origins of natural phenomena, and to entertain—among other functions. In this article, we’ll take you on a deep dive into hula, so you can better understand this...