Guam is a tropical island in the middle of the Pacific. It is one of the territories for the United States, but most people don’t know much about it. When preparing to move to this island, many people wonder what they should bring and what they will need that isn't available there. Here is a guide to help you have a better idea before you arrive there and wish you’d brought some of the things and what you should prepare yourself for.
How to Prepare
When moving so far from the mainland, there are some tips that are good to know before even starting on the journey. For instance, if you have a pet that you would like to bring, there are steps that must be done beforehand. The process is referred to as the quarantine process. It should be started as soon as possible in order to get your pet over with you in time because it generally takes about six months to complete. Also, you will have an option to pack an express shipment along with your household-goods shipment. It can take a couple of months for the non-express shipment and knowing that should change the way you pack for the express shipment.
What to Leave Bring and Leave Behind
Seeing as this is a tropical island, there is a lot of beach property and sandy shores waiting for you. Remember to bring bathing suits and plenty of summer clothes. Snorkeling and diving are very popular activities in this area so bring any equipment you might have for that. As far as what to leave behind, many people think they need to bring appliances like dishwashers and microwaves, but the truth is that many Guam apartments for sale or rent have most major appliances already, so you shouldn’t worry about trying to bring them with you.
What to Expect
The people who reside on this island are very laid back and friendly. When it comes to the availability of things you would find in the continental United States, the variety is a bit sparse. There are some common things like Kmart, Macy’s, but there aren’t going to be as many options for shopping since it is an island and only so much room for stores. As far as availability of items you might be looking for that are common on the mainland, there are plenty of local stores that provide many items in addition to the common chain stores as well. However, if you are looking for very specific items, you may want to get comfortable with online shopping for things you can’t find.
There are things for
kids to do, plenty of swimming, and fitness centers. This island is a lot
closer to many other places of the world. You should try and take advantage of
living in this beautiful location because it is a lot easier to visit Australia
and Asia without the long travel hours. These types of places are exciting to
visit and many families like to visit a new country every month or few months.
