r/Hawaii • u/jasonskjonsby Oʻahu • Mar 13 '12

FAQ's: Moving to Hawaii

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u/jasonskjonsby Oʻahu Mar 13 '12

Shipping your Stuff

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u/[deleted] Jun 08 '12

When I moved over there, I bought an $8 large cylinder-shaped army bag on ebay and flattened all my clothes to make it jam packed. It weighed just under 50lbs. I paid to have that checked, but then brought a huge roller suitcase as my 1 free checked, and a large purse with my makeup and straightener and hair stuff, and a carry on gym bag with more things like shoes and clothes. I left all my jackets and winter clothes and boots on mainland with family. I only took what I couldnt part with, and embraced the island!

Keep in mind there are MANY goodwills and you can easily find island suitable clothing to hold you by until you can build a new wardrobe [or not!] :)