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Helpful Articles - Living in Hawaii

Although Hawaii is no longer an agricultural powerhouse, the market for locally grown produce is still alive and well in the Aloha State. Nowhere is this more evident than in the farm stands and farmers’ markets you’ll find all over Hawaii. To give you a sense of what you’ll find at one of Hawaii’s many farmers’ markets, we headed to the Upcountry Farmers’ Market on Maui. This Saturday market is one of Maui’s biggest and most popular, and it’s been operating in some form or another for 40+ years. Currently, it’s held on Saturday mornings from 7:00 am to 11:00 am at the Kulamalu Town...

So, you want to know what living in Hawaii is really like? The good, the bad, the ugly, and everything in between? You’ve come to the right place! Below, you’ll find an honest run-down of the pros and the cons of living in Hawaii. You’ll get a resident’s perspective on the best parts and the worst parts about making your home in the Aloha State. At the end of the day, we love Hawaii. (We wouldn’t live here otherwise!) And we love welcoming new residents into the Royal Hawaiian Movers ohana. However, we’re also not blind to the fact that paradise comes at a cost....

Nature is the real star on Kauai. Whether you’re hiking the Na Pali coast, gazing at Waimea Canyon, lounging along the shores of one of Kauai’s postcard-perfect beaches, or exploring one of Kauai’s many other natural wonders, there’s plenty on Kauai to take your breath away. But don’t let your adventures on Kauai be confined to land! Grab a snorkel mask and a set of fins to experience a whole new world of breathtaking sights, including tropical fish of almost every shape and color, plus other fascinating sea creatures, like octopus, turtles, rays, even dolphins—many of which you won’t be able to see anywhere else....

So, you’re ready to move to Hawaii, but you’re not quite ready to buy a home yet? We completely understand! Moving to Hawaii is a big change, and jumping right into homeownership in the Aloha State might be a bigger commitment than you’re ready for. Finding your first rental in Hawaii can be tricky—especially if you’re new to the state and don’t know anybody out here. However, the tips we’ll share with you below will make it a lot easier. Keep reading to discover how to locate the right spot, how to get landlords interested in renting to you, what makes renting in Hawaii different...

Have you ever found yourself at the airport in Hawaiʻi, heart-sick about getting on the plane? If so, you’ve probably daydreamed about staying and making Hawaiʻi your home. Ready to take that dream further—and buy a home in Hawaiʻi? Becoming a homeowner in Hawaiʻi can be a little different than other places, including the mainland. In this article, we’ll walk you through exactly what you need to know. We’ll also show you how to make your dollar go a little further in Hawaiʻi, offer you some help choosing the right island for you, and help you set yourself up for home-buying success. Let’s start with the...

Hawaii is an isolated place, with thousands of miles of open ocean surrounding the island chain. However, Hawaii’s solitary position has created an incredible number of endemic species in the archipelago—ones you won’t find anywhere else in the world. endemic: an organism that is restricted or peculiar to a locality or region (Source: Merriam-Webster) Nowhere is this more evident than in the waters around Hawaii. Whether you’re snorkeling or diving, you’ll find tons of incredible fish, coral, and invertebrates that are unique to the area. In fact, NOAA researchers estimate that 43% of species on deeper coral reefs are endemic to Hawaii. On the shallower...