One of the things we love about moving people to new destinations is sharing insider information and answering questions. When customers move from the Mainland to Hawaii, we often get the following queries: “What’s the right way to say Hawai’i? Is it ha-WHY? Or ha-WHY-ee?” “And, wait, is it ha-WHY-ee or ha-VAI-ee?” “Oh, and what does the apostrophe-like mark mean in Hawai’i and O’ahu?” That little mark is called the ‘okina, and it’s actually an official consonant in the Hawaiian language. It represents what’s called a glottal stop. To practice pronouncing the ‘okina, say the word “uh-oh.” That break between the syllables where your throat...

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...

Even before downsizing became a global trend, paring down possessions has long been popular with families packing up for a new destination. Moving to Hawaii affords you an opportunity to take a look at everything you own and decide whether it belongs in your new life. Additionally, since your move to Hawaii will ultimately be priced by weight, every piece you move comes at its own cost. Some items might not seem worth it. In that case, it’s time to part ways. With this in mind, we’ve put together a list of some of the heaviest household items we move. We’ll show you why you...

When you’re researching a move to Hawaii, you’ll probably encounter a number of online tools to estimate your moving cost, including moving quote calculators and moving estimate forms. You’ll also likely see other companies who don’t offer these online tools. Instead, they send out a surveyor to do an in-person quote at your house or even via video. Sometimes you’ll even see a combination of both. For instance, here at Royal Hawaiian Movers we give you an idea of the cost with a non-binding per pound price upfront and use our in-person surveys to lock in your best price. At this point, you may wonder...

Last Updated: 1/28/2025 Vehicle Shipping to Hawaii Moving to Hawaii comes with a list of to-dos, and having a car will make most of these tasks easier. If you already own a car, you’ve probably thought about some questions regarding Hawaii auto transport. We’ve got the answers you need. Question #1: Should I Ship My Car to Hawaii? To help you make this important decision, ask yourself: How old is my car? If you plan to replace it soon, consider selling it before you move to save on costs. What kind of car will I want on the island? While most islands offer some 4-wheel...

If you know Royal Hawaiian Movers by reputation, you likely already know how committed we are to our customers and to making their moves safe, easy and affordable. So you may be surprised to learn that there are things we DON’T want to move for you. Hear us out for a minute . . . We are 100% committed to helping you get all of your possessions to your new home safely. However, any move involves a little bit of risk. For example, containers do fall off ships. It doesn’t happen often, but it does happen. As a result, we never want you to put...