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re: Any posters that live or have lived in Hawaii?
Posted on 12/13/17 at 3:26 pm to BestBanker
Posted on 12/13/17 at 3:26 pm to BestBanker
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There are parts of the island you wouldn’t want to go see, and parts you shouldn’t see. There is a lot of private property on Oahu and the other islands, and you will never see a good portion of the island.
I'd disagree. I saw just about anything I wanted. I didn't have a vehicle. I had a bicycle. I would ride about 5 miles round trip to work, through botanical gardens and past waterfalls and lookout points, just to and from work.
When I wasnt working, I would take my bike where I damn well pleased and never had a problem. Saw some really cool things.
This post was edited on 12/13/17 at 3:27 pm
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Posted on 12/13/17 at 3:28 pm to BestBanker
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Found this online:
I could see that. If I take the job, I'll have to be sure to have a serious talk about that with the wife and kids.
Posted on 12/13/17 at 3:31 pm to Green Chili Tiger
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I'm happily married for 25 years. 2 kids.
They're the ones really pushing for me to take it.
How old are your kids? If they're still in school, do you know where they'll be in school at? Frankly, I think it would probably be harder on them, especially if they're in a public school. The "haole" thing is real. You'll make friends among your coworkers and business contacts, but I'd think it might be trickier for kids.
Oahu is the least desirable of the islands from a tourism viewpoint, but there's still plenty to see and do there. The other islands are a plane ride away. I've worked on Oahu and Maui on a couple of projects, living there for probably about 3 months total. I've visited the Big Island to check out Kilauea erupting. It's a beautiful place.
If the money is right and especially if the wife and kids are enthusiastic about the prospects, I'd be all over it. You can always come back to the mainland, but not many people have the opportunity to move to HI on the company's nickel.
It might take a bit for you to adjust to the island work ethic, but you'll have to. The locals aren't going to change and there's next to nothing you can do to light a fire under their asses. Most of them seem to operate on a different wavelength and they completely do not give a shite about deadlines. It takes some getting used to.
Posted on 12/13/17 at 3:34 pm to Green Chili Tiger
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How's the climate? I know it's tropical, but I would assume that it is cooler and less oppressive than a tropical climate like Louisiana or Houston? Any odd statistics like huge property or violent crime numbers per capita?
Climate - won't be 95+ degrees 50 days a yr. Stays in the 80-90 mostly. Dips to the 60-70 at night. During the summer.
Alot of homes don't have central AC. There's a breeze that helps. Humidity is still there.
Honolulu is a very densely populated area and has it's problems for sure. Traffic mostly.
Most natives aren't that terrible of people..i rode the bus a few times and never had a problem with anyone..but I was also 21 and didn't give a damn.
Posted on 12/13/17 at 3:34 pm to White Roach
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It might take a bit for you to adjust to the island work ethic, but you'll have to. The locals aren't going to change and there's next to nothing you can do to light a fire under their asses. Most of them seem to operate on a different wavelength and they completely do not give a shite about deadlines. It takes some getting used to.
Actually, living in New Mexico right now, it sounds very similar to the "culture of manjana (sp?)" that we have here.
Posted on 12/13/17 at 3:43 pm to thegreatboudini
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Essentially it’s the feeling of being trapped. You’re out there, completely secluded. It’s beautiful, it has great food, culture and it’s laid back. A 12 pack of natural light is north of $20, and a gallon of milk is more than double what you pay here.
Personally for me, I would never live there. I really enjoy the opportunity to drive 3 hours and be in a different major city. Or fly 2 hours and go snow skiing.
Every weekend I take trips. Last weekend was Lake Whitney State Park. This weekend is Natchitoches Louisiana. Next weekend is Cleburne State Park and Waco. January 7-15 I’m heading to a cabin in the San Juan mountains.
Out there, you’ve got some different things. Some mountains to check out, lots of cool beaches, but you start itching for a change. I did, and many other people I met did as well.
I've never been to Hawaii (I would like to visit, and I likely will one day), but I feel I would be exactly like this.
Posted on 12/13/17 at 3:54 pm to Green Chili Tiger
Not familiar with New Mexico, so I can't offer a comparison. New Orleans has some lazy, uninspired, surly frickers in the labor force. I thought I was prepared for anything, but some of these people in HI made me crazy.
I do have to say that at least they were good natured and honest about not showing up at work. They would answer the phone and not bullshite you as to why they decided not to show up at work. We were on a complicated project that had a (reasonably) firm timeline. Other contractors were coming in behind us and it fricked us and them if we didn't complete our work on schedule. The locals knew this. But if the waves were nice, they just didn't show up. The presumption on their part was that I would also know the waves were nice that morning and adjust accordingly. It was maddening. I can't tell you how many times I was told by a subordinate that I "worried too much" or that "it's all gonna be okay."
In the end, I did worry too much and it was all okay, but there was a lot of heartburn involved.
I do have to say that at least they were good natured and honest about not showing up at work. They would answer the phone and not bullshite you as to why they decided not to show up at work. We were on a complicated project that had a (reasonably) firm timeline. Other contractors were coming in behind us and it fricked us and them if we didn't complete our work on schedule. The locals knew this. But if the waves were nice, they just didn't show up. The presumption on their part was that I would also know the waves were nice that morning and adjust accordingly. It was maddening. I can't tell you how many times I was told by a subordinate that I "worried too much" or that "it's all gonna be okay."
In the end, I did worry too much and it was all okay, but there was a lot of heartburn involved.
Posted on 12/13/17 at 3:57 pm to Green Chili Tiger
I honestly don’t think I would ever want to live in Hawaii. The pay would have to be something I couldn’t turn down
Posted on 12/13/17 at 3:59 pm to Green Chili Tiger
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Any reason not to take it?
No green chili.
Posted on 12/13/17 at 4:00 pm to GeorgeTheGreek
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Be ready to be treated like the Haole you are.
frickin "kill haloe day".
Also hope you like meth.
Posted on 12/13/17 at 4:22 pm to Green Chili Tiger
I lived out in that area for 3 years (2013-2016). Kapolei is on the dry/warmer side of the island. Kinda country like area. Food is very expensive but stores like Safeway ran deals on Fridays. Gas was about the same as that on the west coast. Because of Common Core, the public elementary school my 2 kids attended was very good, just a ton of homework. They ended up being a semester ahead of the kids out here on the east coast.
Island fever is a thing for some. I just island hopped while I was there. Flights to other islands are really cheap.
The locals were not as bad as some would have you to believe.
It's hard to have things shipped to you there. Rent and utilities are both high. I rented a 1700sqft 3br home for $2600 a month.. electricity was roughly $400 and water $150 monthly.
If given the opportunity, I would go back again. There's a lot to do and explore there.
Island fever is a thing for some. I just island hopped while I was there. Flights to other islands are really cheap.
The locals were not as bad as some would have you to believe.
It's hard to have things shipped to you there. Rent and utilities are both high. I rented a 1700sqft 3br home for $2600 a month.. electricity was roughly $400 and water $150 monthly.
If given the opportunity, I would go back again. There's a lot to do and explore there.
Posted on 12/13/17 at 4:24 pm to Green Chili Tiger
You might get island fever but its an amazing place to live
Try living in Hawaii Kai or East Side like Kailua. They are more friendly to haoles on that side
Try living in Hawaii Kai or East Side like Kailua. They are more friendly to haoles on that side
Posted on 12/13/17 at 4:28 pm to SDVTiger
Is island fever where you suddenly don't want to frick anyone who doesn't look Hawaiian?
Posted on 12/13/17 at 4:34 pm to AlonsoWDC
No
Posted on 12/13/17 at 4:48 pm to SDVTiger
Worked there briefly, asked the same questions. Another issue to consider. IF you ever want to / have to move back to the States, a lot of companies will pay you a flat fee to complete the move. They're not going to move all your stuff for you. Best advice is to sell everything here, move there and acquire only what you need, then sell it off before moving back. The other thing I never got: If you're in Hawaii, where do you go on vacation?
Posted on 12/13/17 at 4:50 pm to Green Chili Tiger
Make sure you make enough to send your kids to one of the private schools on the island. It is very expensive. Punahou is a great school.
Posted on 12/13/17 at 4:50 pm to Green Chili Tiger
I moved to Hawaii on 3 separate occasions as a travel nurse. 3 of the best decisions I’ve ever made. I loved every minute of living there. Changed my life. I would absolutely do it again.
This post was edited on 12/13/17 at 4:51 pm
Posted on 12/13/17 at 5:39 pm to bowlbound
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You don't want to go any further up than Ko'Olina as a Haole though
Why?
Posted on 12/13/17 at 5:45 pm to Green Chili Tiger
I've watched a shite ton of, Hawaii Five-O. What you want to know?
Posted on 12/13/17 at 5:45 pm to AlonsoWDC
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Is island fever where you suddenly don't want to frick anyone who doesn't look Hawaiian?
I'm too ugly to draw a hard line, but in general I'm a fan of fair skinned, blue or green eyed girls. One of the engineers for our GC was a native Californian, but his girlfriend was from Hawaii. Her mother was Asian and her father was black. When I tell you that she was one of the most beautiful women I've ever met, I'm not exaggerating. If she'd have been four or five inches taller, I have no doubt she could have been a fashion model.
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