Moving To Hawaii

Another Real-Life Story Of Moving To Hawaii

Michele Meyer — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 23:07:21 +0000

I recently discovered another blog about moving to Hawaii that I want to share with you. This one is written by John Derrick, who fell in love with Hawaii 10 years ago when he visited the state for the first time. He and his wife Victoria are finally making their dream come true next year, when they move from South Carolina to Kauai.

Retirement Communities On The Big Island

Michele Meyer — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 01:29:54 +0000

The Big Island has some of the most affordable places to retire in Hawaii ... and no, they're not located in a lava hazard zone!

Retirement Communities on Maui, Molokai & Lana’i

Michele Meyer — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 03:48:19 +0000

The islands of Maui, Molokai, and Lana'i are full of places for retirees, with a variety of home types, lifestyles, natural landscapes, climates, amenities, and price ranges.

Retirement Communities On Oahu

Michele Meyer — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 22:53:54 +0000

There's a whole lot more to Oahu than just Honolulu. These retirement communities can be found all over the island, from a North Shore resort area in Kahuku to a golfer's paradise in Ewa Beach.

Retirement Communities In Honolulu

Michele Meyer — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 23:29:15 +0000

Find out where the retirement hot-spots are in Honolulu, what kind of amenities and recreation each has to offer, and what it'll cost you.

New Affordable Condos In Honolulu: On Sale Now

Michele Meyer — Sat, 18 Feb 2012 01:23:31 +0000

Holomua, a new condo building set to open in early 2013, is selling more than half of its units at reduced prices to qualified buyers under Hawaii's affordable housing program.

New Home Developments In Hawaii: Big Island, Maui & Kauai

Michele Meyer — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 22:31:50 +0000

If you're looking for a new-construction condo, townhouse, or single family home on the Big Island, Maui, or Kauai, you'll find them in all sorts of price ranges -- from "affordable" to "the sky is the limit."

New Home Developments In Hawaii: Oahu

Michele Meyer — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 02:34:16 +0000

Looking for a brand-new condo, townhouse, or single family home in Hawaii? Here's a roundup of all the current new-home construction on the island of Oahu.

Senior Citizen Benefits & Programs In Hawaii

Michele Meyer — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 02:43:29 +0000

Hawaii is a good place to grow old: The weather is mild year-round, the beautiful natural surroundings encourage outdoor activities, and the influence of Hawaiian and Asian cultures has produced a special respect for kupuna. And to top it all off, there are many state programs and benefits for seniors and retirees in Hawaii.

Hawaiian Pidgin & Slang

Michele Meyer — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 22:16:33 +0000

As a newcomer to Hawaii, you won't be expected to speak Pidgin to locals (in fact, any attempt to do so will probably be met with strange looks or laughter!). But it can be helpful -- and fun, frankly! -- to be familiar with these words and expressions when you encounter them.