I originally posted the message below in Hawaii
newsgroup but after some thought decided I should not
rule out the Caribbean either
Advice?
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Forty eight year old man and 21 year old nephew.
Want to LIVE at LEAST one month on Big island.... maybe
up to 3 months.
Want to plan and take a sabbatical abt a year from now.
Nephew will finish up 3rd year of college this time
next year.....so cant go till after mid May 2007
(college out by then).
Never done anything like this in my life. We both live
in Missouri
Having said that can you guys be so kind as to help me
plan this and make it a reality?
Things I need to plan:
Healthcare: Need to locate good healthcare facility in
case needed. We are both in good health but "things"
happen as you know
Transportation: Rent a car there? Or maybe buy two
mopeds and sell upon return? Maybe take bicycles?
Cell phone coverage: What is bets method for this? Take
TWO Sprint/Nextel cell phone walkie talkies? is
service and coverage decent on Big island?
Living arrangements: Rent apartment for 2 months?
Condo? bed and breakfast? Don't want a lot of
amenities but do want shower and restroom and laundry
facilities. But I do like the Bohemian experience as
well...close to nature.
Clothing" Shoes and rain gear and clothing? What is
needed and NOT needed?
Furniture: Any need to take camping chairs and tables
for rented condos?
Food: Want to cook as much as possible to save money.
Only eat out when the experience is wanted such as
great food. Or is it just cheaper and easier to eat out
daily?
Inter-island travel: Might want to fly to other
islands especially Oahu to see historic stuff.
Well.... that's abt all I can think of for the moment
Can you advise?
THANKS!
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