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Helpful Articles - Moving to Guam

There’s so much to do (and remember!) when you’re moving. Between choosing movers, packing, shutting off your utilities, notifying people of your new address, etc., it’s easy for a few things to slip between the cracks. To help you make a smooth transition to your new home, we’ve compiled a list of the eight things people tend to forget (or don’t realize!) when they’re moving. Along with our Guam moving checklist, this run-down will help you eliminate any last-minute surprises or post-move “oops” moments. We’ll start with two items that are critical for individuals and families moving to Guam. #1: Leave These Items Out of...

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 than...

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 make...

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 a...

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  Land Area 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 third of the island.  ...

There’s a lot to negotiate when you move to a new country. Between language barriers, cultural contrasts, new cuisines, currency exchanges, finding a new place to live, fitting in, and making friends, there’s a lot to think about. And that doesn’t even take into account everything involved with moving your household possessions to your new home.  Start by downloading our International Move Checklist.  When you’re making an international move, it pays to have an experienced partner. Here at DeWitt Guam, we have many years of experience in handling all the paperwork, rules, and procedures for importing household goods to a foreign country. Because Guam is a U.S. territory, moves to the U.S....