AboutBruce Fisher Expertise I’m a Hawaii Vacation Evangelist and the founder of Hawaii-Aloha.com. I have lived here in the islands for 18 years and have developed a special affinity and enthusiasm for this wonderful place. I’m so grateful that each and every day I can help folks plan and make their vacation dreams come true. My company specializes in inbound travel from mainland US to all the islands of Hawaii. I can answer any travel questions relating to travel packages, airfare, weddings, all inclusive and cruises to Hawaii.
Experience I have been in the travel industry for 13 years
Organizations International Association of Travel Agents, Cruise Lines International Association, Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau, American Society of Travel Agents, Outside Sales and Support Network, Association of Retail Travel Agents, National Association of Commissioned Travel Agents, Better Business Bureau
Publications Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Travel Agent-Home Based, Travel Agent Magazine, Travel Weekly, Travel Trade, Smarter Travel, Honolulu Advertiser, Honolulu Star Bulletin, Pacific Business News, Hawaii Business
Television Travel Channel-Hawaii do's and dont's
Education/Credentials B.S in Psychology Certified Hawaii HVCB Destination Specialist All ISlands
Certified Norwegian Freestyle Cruise Line Specialist
Outrigger Specialist
Hyatt Specialist
Marriott Hotel Sales Specialist
Fairmont Famous Agent
Hilton Hawaiian University Certified
Ambassador of Aloha Certification
Question Hi, we have been talking about moving to hawaii but are not familiar with all of the islands. We were wondering which island is best for families to live on? We have a 2 year old and a 8 month old. If you could give us some city names as well that would be great. Thank you!
Answer Aloha Kassie,
While this is not my specialty, we have gotten this question a lot. I would say the Island of Oahu for sure. More choices and communities to choose from. Depending on your income of course some places to check out are; Hawaii Kai, Kailua, Kaneohe, Mililani Waikele we did a recent podcast and video about the topic, check it out here http://www.hawaii-aloha.com/podcast/2009/03/28/so-you-want-to-move-to-hawaii/
Consider the following good stuff:
There’s a very low occurrence of person-to-person crime compared to other areas around the country. Even in Honolulu, which qualifies as a large American city, the violent crime rate is very low.
Health care is superb.
There’s always a whole lot to do, especially for kids. Even if you aren’t a beach lover, you can still do practically anything you like every day. Outdoor recreation is a way of life.
People are really friendly in the islands.
Need we mention the weather? It never gets too hot or cold. Whenever it’s raining, it’s going to be sunny elsewhere on your island.
Yes, housing, groceries, cars and gas cost more than they do on the mainland, but you need only one wardrobe and it can be relatively light. And you’ll use less gas (You can’t drive far on an island).
Hawaii’s population doubled between 1960 and 2000, and it’s still growing apace.
