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Old 08-21-2008, 04:18 AM
chs
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Default I luv Cost-U-Less

It is much more local style, if you are single no need to buy industrial quantities as huge as costco, no membership fee. (super nice folk - literally, a fella drove something home for me after he got off work b/c I did not have a truck and could not fit it in my car) Useful to be Costco member if you miss mainland things, have family >3 people, first year when you are buying furniture, electronics, big stuff (but mainland style, no one helps you load stuff, bring a friend). After that, let Costco membership lapse unless you really think you will save $50 worth. Gas is slightly cheaper there but Shell station in Wailua just before the beach and in Hanamaulu (on Thurs) are just about as cheap and not as far (much more convenient).

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Old 08-21-2008, 03:05 PM
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Sometimes you can find things at CostULess that are not at Costco, and vice versa. No charge to shop at CostULess, so what the heck, check it out. I agree, different attitude, less glitz, sometimes I'm just not in the mood to deal with Costco.

Another idea - check out the new YMCA, if you like to swim in a pool and can afford it (it's kind of expensive, $30/mo. for a single, $75 for a family, I think it's $60 for single parent & kid, and $45/mo. for seniors). It's down near Puhi. The pool is lovely, huge, always has lanes for lap swimming, and it also has a workout room and spa. I know there are also some public pools elsewhere, there is one in Kapaa I know, which may be cheaper or free. I don't know if we'll be able to afford it in the long term, but for now, it's great, I'm finally getting in shape again (I love to swim laps).

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Old 09-09-2008, 05:00 PM
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Hi Everyone, my name is Laura
I am making my 20 year long dream of living in Hawaii a reality. In November I am flying to Kauai to pinpoint what part of the island I want to be in and meet with a realtor. I am sooooooo excited. I am thinking of Kapaa and I can't wait to see it. I am 39 years old, married, and have two children 22 months and 10 months.

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