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I was born and raised in Hawaii. Here are the 6 best and 6 worst things about living here.

Ashley ProbstJan 14, 2023, 18:53 IST

I've lived on Maui for most of my life.Ashley Probst

  • I was born and raised in Hawaii and have found that living here full-time has its pros and cons.
  • The islands are filled with natural beauty and adventure, but the cost of living is incredibly high.
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I was born and raised in Hawaii. Living here year-round is incredible, but it does have some drawbacks.

I grew up in Hawaii and currently live on Maui.Ashley Probst

You can almost always find sunshine on the island, even if it's raining on one side.

In Hawaii, I get to enjoy warm weather during all four seasons.Ashley Probst
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The islands' natural beauty is unlike anything I've seen anywhere else.

My hometown, Lahaina, is filled with natural wonders.Ashley Probst

With an abundance of tropical fruits and fresh fish, Hawaii is a paradise for foodies.

Poke bowls are a delicious Hawaiian dish made with fresh fish.Ashley Probst
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The islands have adventurous activities that appeal to all types of people.

The view from my hike on the Waihee Ridge Trail.Ashley Probst

Each island has a strong sense of community, and there are a lot of networking opportunities.

Community events like art fairs and monthly block parties bring locals and visitors together.Ashley Probst
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In general, life on the islands feels slow-paced and relaxed.

This sign has a local saying that reminds people to lean into the easygoing island vibes.Ashley Probst

On the other hand, the cost of living is incredibly high here because many of the goods are imported.

These individual cartons of milk cost more than $8 each.Ashley Probst
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The traffic on the islands can completely derail your plans for the day.

The cliffside portion of Honoapi'ilani Highway is called the Pali.Ashley Probst

Overtourism has ruined places and experiences for everyone.

A crowded black sand beach at Waiʻānapanapa State Park on Maui.Ashley Probst
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The islands can feel small, which can make dating a challenge.

It's not uncommon to run into your exes on the islands.Ashley Probst

It can feel challenging to watch the commercialization of sacred land that was stolen from the Hawaiian people.

Malu Ulu Olele Park used to be a sacred space that housed Hawaiian royalty.Ashley Probst
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The sense of isolation that often comes with living on the islands can be overwhelming.

Sometimes, living in Hawaii makes people feel far away from the rest of the world.Ashley Probst

No place is perfect, including Hawaii, but I feel very fortunate to live on these islands.

A rainbow appeared over the water in Kapalua, Hawaii.Ashley Probst
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