Anyone live or visit The Big Island of Hawaii?

Question

After some research, I have found that The Big Island is the most economical, still beautiful and has plenty of jobs. I am contemplating a move there in the next year or so and want to have perspective from someone who either lives there or has been there. What is the difference between Hawaii and Oahu?

Answer 1

Hawaii is very spread out. Kona has outgrown itself, and the infrastructure needs to catch up with the amount of people that live here, but we make due. Oahu they will never catch up with the amount of people, there is not enough land. Hilo is coll but kiond of wet. I like South Kona, but work is in Kona town or north in Kohala, so there is traffic. Probably to start, I recommend Waikaloa, or a little north of Kona. You can find a place close by to work, and feel out the island. Here is a site that is up and coming. http://www.bigisland-bigisland.com/

Answer 2

I strongly suggest that you visit for 2-4 weeks minimum before moving. Hawaii is so different from much of the U.S. mainland that you will likely experience culture shock when you move. Many, many people move to Hawaii thinking that it is paradise and they will be there forever but end up moving back to the mainland within two years because it just isn't what they dreamed. Living here and visiting are two very different things. When you live here, you have to get up early to go to work, pay bills, grocery shop, get your tires rotated, and do all of the other humdrum stuff you do anywhere else you live. It's not all rainbows and orchids like it is when you're on vacation.



Plan a visit of at least a couple of weeks. While you're visiting, live in a condo or a rented house (not a hotel room). Don't go out to eat more than once a week because as a resident you probably won't eat out more than that. Buy your groceries at the market close to where you're staying. Spend your days looking for a job, not lying on the beach or doing other vacation-type activities. Get a feel for the neighborhood where you're staying -- is it noisy with traffic and people arguing at night? Is it too quiet for you? Look into the nightlife -- is there enough to keep you satisfied once you move or will you feel isolated and bored? There is a lot to consider. Moving here can be very expensive, especially if you plan to ship a vehicle and/or any personal belongings. Then again, I know some people who have come with two suitcases and been just fine. I can't stress it enough: research isn't sufficient. You really have to visit before you can plan a life here. Good luck to you!

Answer 3

big island the bipolar island, kona (hot & dry) is the wild west party town, while hilo (cool & wet) is the quiet, more earthy town. there are plenty of jobs on the kohala coast were all the super deluxe resorts are located, hapuna resort, four seasons, mauna kea resort. a car is a must, there is very little as far as public transportation. the big island has the volcano and some incredible rain forests. it is isolated so be ready for that. oahu's infrastructure is far better but it is crowded and can be a little hectic. the "true" hawaii seems to only exist on the north shore.-blurey

Answer 4

Not yet but im going there over spring break!!!!!!





Oh yeshhh. it will be soo much fun!!!!