anyone here live in hawaii?

[SicIndustries]

i have a chance to move from upstate ny to maui (i will have a place to live & a temp. job when i get there). is anyone familiar with the islands (stuff to do, jobs, girls, etc...)? any input would be appreciated!
thanks!
*ps-my freeweb account is messed up, so plz. use my old email:
nasi@techie.com
thanks!

 

[luv2chill]

God what a difference in setting! Sure you won't go into shock?

Seriously though, Hawaii is gorgeous--believe the hype. I've never lived there but have visited Maui, the Big Island (Hawaii), and of course Oahu. They were all different but very cool.

It's been forever since I've been back but I'll always love that place.

What's your connection out there? Do you have friends, family, or is this just a fly-by-the-seat-of-your-pants thing?

There's lots to do on the islands. Mostly just seeing the amazing sights (lots of those on Maui) but Hawaii has become quite Americanized so you should find enough to do.

Girls are as beautiful as the scenery!

You know what though, I don't know if I would want to live there--too far removed from everything else (which at times would be nice). I would highly suggest vacationing there first. You may not like the way of life there and I would hate for you to find that out after moving all of your stuff. But if you're the type that can cope in any situation and like to take chances--just do it. I highly doubt anyone could hate Hawaii.

l2c

 

[dennilfloss]

Jenni lives in Hawaii. Maybe she can help you.

Here Comes The Hotstepper (Ini Kamoze)

 

[uncouth]

yeah, o wait, nm I live in Mass.

 

[Marty]

Hey I live in MA too!

Marty

 

[Mister T]

MA here!

 

[apoppin]

I lived on Oahu, Hawaii for the past 8 years. I moved back to California this Winter.

First of all is a quite a nice tropical environment to live in. The air is clean (unless the volcano is blowing your way), the Winters are warm and mild - hi-70s and low-80's daytime, chilly at night but the Summers are hot and humid. Hottest it got was 96*F - a record. As long as the tradewinds are blowing is pretty cool.

If you LOVE the ocean it can be paradise. I was a big (well, medium-sized) wave surfer and surfed Pipeline as my regular break. I also got lucky with jobs - I had 3 (at the same time).

Work is usually a problem unless you have a special skill or know someone over there. The economy never recovered from the last USA recession - they were foolishly tied to the Japanese Tourist market. And Maui is not the population base, Oahu is. Good idea to have a job in the tourist industry. Plus, EVERYTHING is expensive since it is flown in or shipped in from minimum of 2,300 miles away.

Check out a page of my website devoted to Hawaii: http://alohareflectivesigns.freeyellow.com/links.htm

You can also PM me for more info.

 

[blade]

I live there(in my dreams). I been there twice and I never wanted to leave either time. To me that is paradise and heaven all rolled into one. My favorite island was kauai, there u could pick your own private beach. Like I said, heaven. If u are sick of ny then u will love it there.

As others have said though, things are expensive there. Housing isn't cheap at all so I hope they will pay u well. Even then getting a house may be difficult, if that's what u would want anyway. From looking at the housing I got the impression either u have it or u don't. For things to do all I remember was just the scenery. And walking along the beach is awesome there. Hiking is great too if u like hiking. Even if u don't u will in hawaii. If u do go then remember the na pali coast on kauai.

 

[CyberSax]

From what I've heard of Hawaii, there's really not much to do in Maui asides from surfing. Perhaps you should consider a move to uhhh.. the island that Honolulu is on where you'll be able to find more stuff to do.

 

[apoppin]

If you don't love the ocean (diving, fishing, boogieboarding and surfing, swimming, kayaking, nature studies - fish and tidepools and reef, etc., water and jetskiing), there is always Mt. Haleakala 12,000 above sea level (high enough for some snow - you can snowboard the Big Island in Winter) so it's a quick Mt Bike ride to the beach (depending on your fitness). And skydiving. And hiking.

Some people get "island fever." The islands are small. If you like the big city scene you will not find it like NYC or LA. Certainly NOT on Maui and only a taste of it on crowded Oahu, Honolulu, 800,000 people, with traffic jams. Still there is a bit of a night life and some very talented people in the entertainment field.

Because I am a surfer I did not miss the Mainland. I could always find waves somewhere on Oahu within 1 1/2 hours drive at the Island's other end. Maui has less and smaller waves generally than Oahu. The Kauai North Shore is more rugged than Oahu's and more remote - I got to swim the Napali Coast for 1 1/2 hours to get to surf a break by ourselves. And hike back without shoes.

 

[IBhacknU]

SicIndustries,

I have lived on Maui for a few years now...

Most of what everyone has said is true. Although you can still find plenty to do even if you don't love the water.

What part of Maui are you thinking of moving to?

P.S. Mt. Haleakala is 10,023 feet above sea level

 

[apoppin]

Just over 10K', oops. Where did I get 2,000 more feet - it seems taller. Also, more than 10,000 more feet is underwater.? If it's not high enough for you, try a Big Island summit getaway - 13,796 above sea level. Bring a sweater.

 

[SicIndustries]

wow! on 1 hand, it sounds like the best place on earth-on the other, i think i'll be up sh*t creek trying to find a job. my friend was going to hook me up with a job doing powdercoating on motorcycle frames in his shop (Hot Rod Alley - somewhere in Maui)- my true calling is definately PC related, tho... maybe i'll look at this as a "vacation" instead of a permanent move. thanks to all, you've been a big help!