Thinking of making the big move to Hawaii? Before you pack your bags and embrace the island life, there are some essential things you need to know. In this video, we dive deep into 21 misconceptions you may or may not have about Living in Hawaii; elements that will help you transition seamlessly to life in paradise. From understanding the unique Hawaiian culture and customs to getting a grip on some of the intangibles of island life- we've got you covered! #movingtohawaii #livinginhawaii #hawaiilife 👉🏼 Check out our comprehensive guide on Moving to & Living in Hawaii: https://www.dwellhawaii.com/blog/moving-to-hawaii/ 📞 Connect with Maila & Koa: info@dwellhawaii.com 🔎 Interactive Oahu Neighborhood Map search with corresponding links to neighborhood tours, homes for sale, and PCS Guides to Oahu Military Bases: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=1tTT7DCXVZ6Fu90f6TNK-lfgdR9xQEHM&usp=sharing&entry=yt Trending Blogs & everything we know best about: - Understanding Oahu Real Estate: https://www.dwellhawaii.com/blog/oahu-real-estate-report/ - Living in & Moving to Hawaii: https://www.dwellhawaii.com/blog/moving-to-hawaii/ - The Best Places to Live in Hawaii: https://www.dwellhawaii.com/blog/best-places-to-live-in-hawaii/ - Cost of Living in Hawaii: https://www.dwellhawaii.com/blog/cost-of-living-in-hawaii/ - Oahu New Homes and New Honolulu Condos: https://www.dwellhawaii.com/oahu-new-construction/ - Hawaii Real Estate Investing: https://www.dwellhawaii.com/blog/5-hawaii-real-estate-investor-strategies/ - Hawaii Airbnb: https://www.dwellhawaii.com/hawaii-vacation-rentals/ Oahu Neighborhood Guides: Living in Kailua: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=idWILfEVCDo Living in Kaneohe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P0S2-lRFvGM Living in Hawaii Kai: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mF7tOV9Q64M Living in Manoa Valley: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IZdXeBOSaiE Living in North Shore Oahu: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-luwuiGxZBg Living in Kahala: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FlI4xqpAXUI Living in Ko Olina: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P0S2-lRFvGM Living in Kaimuki: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39MtujAevDM Moving to Hawaii: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NA7fNowBkm4 Honolulu Condo Series: Part 1: Ward Village: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bds4woaVj_I Part 2: Our Kakaako, near SALT: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eaXSo2WITHM Part 3: Kakaako Condos coming soon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P0S2-lRFvGM Follow us on social! https://www.instagram.com/mailagibson/ https://www.instagram.com/dwell_hawaii Brought to you by the Dwell Hawaii Team: Koa Cassady RS-76047 Maila Gibson-Bandmann Top 100 Oahu Real Estate Agents 2017-2022 Real Trends Top 100 Hawaii Agents 2022 Top 1% of Coldwell Banker Agents Nationwide Over $200M in Oahu Real Estate Sold Coldwell Banker Realty Global Luxury Specialists 00:00 Introduction 00:55 Hawaii is isolated 02:07 Hawaii Beaches are not private 03:16 Island fever 03:59 Everyday is not a vacation 06:37 We don't have the BEST seafood 07:45 Las Vegas in the 9th Hawaiian Island 08:25 Maui & Oahu are not equal 09:12 Diverse cultures 10:04 Haole meaning 11:44 Locals don't hate white people 12:59 Hawaii homes are small 13:34 Building a home in Hawaii 13:47 Contractors in Hawaii 14:10 Hood ventilation 14:21 Homeless people in Hawaii 15:33 Moving to Hawaii with Pets 16:28 Weed is not legal 16:44 No Gambling or Lottery 17:29 Politics