by Lauren Lomsdale | Mar 29, 2024 | Moving to Okinawa, Packing Lists
Moving OCONUS is a whole new experience, especially if you haven’t done it before. When moving your entire family, you have three separate shipments to plan for: Express or Unaccompanied Baggage (UAB), Household Goods (HHG), and Non-Temp Storage (NTS)....
by Lauren Lomsdale | Mar 29, 2024 | Moving to Okinawa, Patriot Express, SeaTac
Embarking on a PCS journey from the continental United States (CONUS) to an overseas assignment in Okinawa, Japan, can be both exhilarating and overwhelming for military families. Most families will fly on government contracted airlines, known collectively as the...
by Lauren Lomsdale | Mar 19, 2024 | Schools in Okinawa, High School
For military families preparing for a move to Okinawa, the prospect of finding the right high school for their children is both exciting and filled with questions. There are only two high schools on base in Okinawa, though: Kadena High School and Kubasaki High School....
by Lauren Lomsdale | Mar 19, 2024 | Schools in Okinawa, Middle Schools
Embarking on a PCS to Okinawa, Japan, entails a myriad of decisions for military families, especially when it comes to their children’s education. As you navigate the educational landscape, understanding the options available for middle school is paramount. In...
by Lauren Lomsdale | Mar 14, 2024 | Moving to Okinawa, Housing, Packing Lists, Port to Home
Moving to a new duty station is a hallmark of military life, offering opportunities for adventure and new experiences. Port to Home is a newer option available to military families to make the process of transitioning to Okinawa quite a bit easier. For families...
