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About John Burrows

John Burrows grew up in the moving industry, starting by sweeping warehouses and conducting surveys for the family business while still in high school. In 1992, Richard DeWitt invited John to help expand the family business and manage DeWitt Guam. Over the past 30 years, John has held numerous roles within the moving industry and has developed extensive expertise in moving to, from, and within Guam. Today, he serves as the Chairman of the International Association of Movers, the world’s largest organization for movers, advocating for moving businesses of all sizes and locations. Through his blogs, John shares his unique experience, knowledge, and perspective, providing valuable insights to readers worldwide.

What Languages Are Spoken on Guam?

Located 3,958 miles from Hawaii in an isolated archipelago called the Mariana Islands, the island of Guam is the first place that sun touches U.S. soil every morning. Considering Guam is located so far from the U.S. mainland, you might wonder things like:   Find out in our Guam Insider's Guide! Read up on Guam activities and attractions. Discover more about the CHamoru people. Keep reading! In this article, we'll answer that final question and give you a tour of the most common languages spoken on Guam. By taking a peek into the languages you'll hear spoken on Guam, you'll also get a glimpse into the different ethnic groups you'll encounter on the island. If you're considering a move [...]

By |2024-09-06T15:58:17+00:00November 1st, 2021|Guam Culture, Living in Guam|0 Comments
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Moving to Guam? Here Are 9 Things You Need to Know!

In the Western Pacific Ocean, you'll find the Mariana Trench, the deepest oceanic trench on earth. (Its deepest point has been measured at 36,070 feet below sea level, or nearly seven miles below the ocean's surface!i) Just to the west of the trench, you'll find a curving arc of 15 islands that owe their formation to a stretch of underwater volcanoes—the Mariana Islands. The 14 northern members of this chain make up the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. At the southernmost tip of this chain, you'll find Guam, an unincorporated U.S. territory.  Many tourists have found themselves drawn to Guam to enjoy its sunny, tropical weather, its impossibly clear waters, and its picturesque white sand beaches. In fact, more [...]

By |2025-02-11T22:43:02+00:00October 7th, 2021|Living in Guam, Moving to Guam|0 Comments
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Dewitt Guam Announced as 2021 Gold Sponsor of USO

In support of its mission to strengthen America’s service members by connecting them to family, home and country. Dewitt Guam committed skilled service packers and haulers, packing materials, large transport vehicles, moving services, and storage accommodations for USO Tumon Bay assets while the center awaits relocation to its new home at Dusit Hotels – Plaza Shopping Center in the heart of Tumon Bay. The center is relocating from its home of 16 years at the Royal Orchid Hotel to the Dusit Hotels-Plaza location in the heart of Tumon to accommodate the rapid growth in military personnel relocating to the island. “Dewitt has been a proud [...]

By |2024-09-06T15:59:37+00:00October 5th, 2021|Company News|0 Comments
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Moving Internationally: Relocations Between Hong Kong and Guam

When you're moving between the 48th most populous city in the world and a Pacific island inhabited by 167,294 people,i it's safe to say that your life will undergo some significant changes. If you're in this position, it's in your best interest to ensure that the other aspects of your transition are as simple and stress-free as possible. Case in point: moving all of your personal possessions to your new home.  When it comes to shipping household goods internationally, we've handled thousands upon thousands of moves for both families and individuals. If you're transitioning between Guam and Hong Kong, we'll walk you through everything you need to know. Customs procedures, moving tips, duties, and essential info to help you [...]

By |2024-09-06T15:59:38+00:00September 26th, 2021|Living in Guam, Moving Tips, Moving to Guam|0 Comments
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Moving Internationally: Relocations Between the Philippines and Guam

At a quick glance, Guam and the Philippines look quite different:  Geography: While Guam is a single island within the Mariana Island chain, the Philippines is an island nation consisting of 7,640 islands, 2,000 of which are inhabited.i   Population: Guam is home to an estimated 168,801 people. In contrast, the Philippines population is around 110.8 million, making it the thirteenth-most-populated country in the world.ii  That said, the two locations do share some significant similarities:   History: Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan visited both Guam and the Philippines, one after another. Ultimately, this led to many years of Spanish rule for both islands.   Settlement Patterns: In even more ancient history, it's believed that the original inhabitants of Guam may have arrived after [...]

By |2024-09-06T15:59:40+00:00September 20th, 2021|Living in Guam, Moving Tips, Moving to Guam|0 Comments
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Moving Internationally: Relocations Between Taiwan and Guam

As the crow flies, 1,711 miles separate the islands of Taiwan and Guam.i If you're moving between these two areas, you might take some comfort in the fact that you're just making a hop across the Philippine Sea. However, these two island destinations will offer you quite a different experience, even when it comes to the basics—size, population, and density.  Guam & Taiwan by the Numbers  Taiwan - 13,826 mi² Guam - 212 mi²  The island of Taiwan is much more expansive than Guam—more than 65 times its size. (!) While that means plenty of room to live and explore, the eastern side of Taiwan is largely mountainous, with peaks reaching up to 12,966 ft. As a result, the majority of the population lives in the western [...]

By |2024-09-06T15:59:41+00:00September 13th, 2021|Living in Guam, Moving Tips, Moving to Guam|0 Comments
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