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Helpful Articles - Moving to Hawaii

Last Updated: August 7, 2026 Moving to Kauaʻi is an exciting opportunity, but relocating to an island comes with logistics, costs, and considerations you may not encounter with a typical mainland move. We know because we’ve spent decades helping individuals and families move to Kauaʻi and throughout the Hawaiian Islands. With experienced teams on the island and deep knowledge of the unique challenges of shipping household goods, vehicles, and personal belongings to Kauaʻi, we’ve helped generations of customers make the Garden Isle their new home. That experience has given us a firsthand understanding of what it takes to make a successful move to Kauaʻi—and what...

If your military orders are sending you to Hawaiʻi, you’re in for a unique adventure—one that promises both island adventures as well as a significant transition for your entire household.   Even if you’ve relocated with the military before, a move to Hawaiʻi comes with its own set of considerations. In this guide, we’ll walk you through what to expect, how to prepare, and how you can help any family members moving with you settle in more smoothly. From understanding local housing to navigating expenses and schools, we’ll cover what military families need to know to make the move—and the transition—a little easier.  In This Article Why a Military Move to Hawaiʻi Feels Different Understanding Your New Home: Hawaiʻi’s Major Military Bases Budgeting for Island Life: What Military...

Relocating your business is a complex operation that affects your entire organization. In Hawai'i, where island logistics can add unique challenges, a clear plan is even more critical.  That's where a well-structured business relocation plan comes in.  Whether you're expanding, downsizing, or simply moving to a better location, a solid plan—backed by a comprehensive relocation checklist—will help you:  Stay on schedule  Minimize operational disruptions  Communicate clearly with your team and vendors  Avoid unexpected costs or delays  As experienced commercial movers in Hawai'i, we've helped companies of all sizes manage smooth transitions across O'ahu, Maui, Kaua'i, and both sides of the Big Island. In this guide, we'll walk you through the complete business relocation timeline, from early planning to post-move setup. We'll also offer our expert tips along the way.  At the end, you'll find a downloadable business relocation checklist to help...

A successful Hawai‘i move begins with a solid, realistic budget that takes into account all of your relocation costs.   Whether you’re moving to or from Hawai‘i, your relocation will involve long distances and several layers of logistics—ocean freight and vehicle shipping, just to name a few. On top of that, you’ll need to plan for things like airfare, temporary housing, moving any pets who live with you, and, if you’re headed to Hawai‘i, a higher cost of living once you land.  So, how much does a Hawaiʻi move really cost?  For most individuals and families, a safe and realistic moving budget ranges between $7,000 and $30,000, depending on where you’re moving from, your family size, and how much you decide to move. In this guide, we'll break down all the major Hawai'i relocation costs (with real numbers!) to help you plan your moving budget.   In This...

If you’re planning a move to or from Hawaii with an electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle, you’ve probably heard the news: Matson Navigation Company has stopped accepting electric and plug-in hybrid cars for shipment. The decision, announced in July 2025, is a big change. For years, Matson has been one of the main carriers moving vehicles across the Pacific. Now, with this option off the table, many Hawaii residents are wondering: “Can I still ship my electric car to Hawaii?” The short answer: you might be able to, but it’s difficult and getting more so. Why Did Matson Stop Shipping EVs? All electric and plug-in...

Royal Hawaiian Movers is not a licensed Ocean Transportation Intermediary (OTI); however we work closely with our sister company, DeWitt Move Worldwide, a licensed OTI, and other licensed OTIs, who provide all OTI services for international moves. Moving between Hawai'i and Korea can feel like an exciting step-but the internation logistics can also feel complex. With careful planning—and our step-by-step guide below—you'll be well positioned to navigate it all. Whether you're moving from Hawaiʻi to South Korea or moving to Hawaiʻi from South Korea, we'll walk you through all the essential steps, including: Shipping your household goods to Korea or Hawaiʻi How much it costs to move...