by Lauren Lomsdale | May 16, 2024 | Moving to Okinawa, Patriot Express
The Patriot Express is the military flight that takes service members and families to and from their overseas duty stations. It is a very long flight with minimal amenities, so you will want to pack your suitcases for the Patriot Express with all the essentials. These...
by Lauren Lomsdale | May 16, 2024 | Moving to Okinawa, Patriot Express
The long flight is behind you and you finally have your feet planted firmly in Okinawa. You are probably anxious to get off the plane and get settled in your home or lodging for some much needed rest. Since you’re on the Patriot Express, you will land at the...
by Lauren Lomsdale | May 3, 2024 | Activities in Okinawa, Family Fun, Sports and Activities
“Children’s Day,” known in Japanese as “Kodomo no hi” (子供の日) is a Japanese national holiday which takes place on May 5th, and is part of the longest Japanese holiday week called Golden Week. The Japanese celebrate holidays on April 29th, May 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th,...
by Lauren Lomsdale | Mar 29, 2024 | Moving to Okinawa, Cell Phones
One of the most common questions we often see on Facebook groups is “what do I do with my cell phone when I’m stationed in Okinawa?” and “how do streaming services work in Okinawa?” Cable and cell phones while stationed in Okinawa take a...
by Lauren Lomsdale | Mar 29, 2024 | Moving to Okinawa, Cell Phones, Internet, Packing Lists, Patriot Express, Port to Home, Vehicles
We all know the “official” things you need to do before you get to Okinawa: the no-fee passports, overseas screening, apply for housing, etc (and if you don’t, read this). But we have come up with a list of things you should do before you PCS to...
