In Hawaii, motorcycles offer their riders an open-air tour of all the beauty the islands have to offer. If you long to feel the Pacific trade winds blowing by and the warm sun on your body as you glide down the road past waterfalls, ocean views and other iconic Hawaiian sights, we’ve got good news for you: It’s pretty easy to ship your motorcycle to the Hawaiian islands. Or, if you’ve fallen in love with your bike in Hawaii and can’t imagine leaving it behind when you move to the mainland (or another island!), it can be just as simple to take it with you.    In this guide, we’ll walk you through all your options […]

With Hawaii being famous for its Pineapple production, we wanted to talk a look the various health benefits of the pineapple as well as bring you a few new recipes you can try featuring the pineapple. 8 Health Benefits of One Cup of Pineapple Hawaiian Pineapple Recipes Try one of these four pineapple recipes from the Hawaiian Islands: Grilled Pineapple Rings Ingredients Sliced rings of pineapple 1/2” thick Light vegetable oil Salt Pepper Instructions On a very hot barbeque grill, place lightly brushed and seasoned rings of pineapple on grill surface. Grill about 3 minutes per side (looking for grill marks). Recipe Notes Serve with […]

Whether you’re moving to the Hawaiian islands, between islands or to the mainland, you may consider taking your appliances with you at some point.  Moving appliances can be a great way to save some money (after all, if you bring them with you, you won’t need to replace them!) However, there are a few things you need to know before moving your stove, refrigerator, washers and other large appliances. Here’s the good news: You can safely move all of your appliances—your washing machine, dryer, stove, refrigerator or freezer—pretty much anywhere. That being said, there are two questions you’ll likely ask yourself in the process:  Should you take them with you?  What’s the best […]

If you’re researching an upcoming move to Hawaii, you may have noticed that one or more of the companies you’re investigating have Certified Moving Consultants on staff. What does it mean to be a Certified Moving Consultant? And, more importantly, what does it mean for you and your move? The Certified Moving Consultant credential is issued by the American Moving & Storage Association (AMSA). As with many other professional certifications, becoming a Certified Moving Consultant requires learning an established curriculum and passing an exam. Ultimately, those become Certified Moving Consultants graduate with 1) a solid understanding of how the industry works that 2) also includes […]

If you love getting out and enjoying the outdoors—and you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of mainland life—Kauai is the place to be. Each of the Hawaiian islands has its own distinct character, as you’ll discover when deciding which island you want to call home. Many think of Kauai 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 Kauai to enjoy a slower pace of life. When you move to the Garden Isle, you’ll find plentiful opportunities to get out and enjoy Kauai’s natural landscape, whether you enjoy shoreline fishing, hiking, surfing or […]