Kona Airport Updated!
The feeling and experience of landing at the airport is still the same,” said Ross Birch. For travel to the Big Island of Hawaii, JAL has just announced the resumption of Narita-Kona flights in August. The Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport, with its open design and direct off-ramp access to the ground, offers a wonderful environment that makes a visit to the tropics feel truly special.
Ross Burch, Director of the Hawaii Island Visitors Authority, described the updates made to the Kona Airport during the two years when the Corona disaster made it difficult to fly in and out of the airport. Ross Birch, Director of the Hawaii Island Visitors Authority, said that the Kona Airport has been updated during the two years that the Kona disaster interfered with arrivals and departures at the airport.
As for specific updates, he said, “Airport entry has been centralized, and it is now easier and smoother to go through TSA. In a brief section, the orange area in the diagram is the new international terminal. Travelers can now also see at a glance where they have arrived,” he said, introducing the large KOA three-letter monument. He also showed a photo of the airport at night, saying, “Hawaii has some great vantage points anyway, and the airport itself has become a very beautiful place to take pictures. As for the facilities inside the building, he described how he inspected the building before handing it over to customs in September 2021. He showed us the latest facial recognition system for entry into the country, baggage claim, and more. Anyone who has visited once will know that the evolution of this system has been tremendous. In addition, web check-in is now available, which he said has made alliances smoother.
As for the expansion area, “Gate 11” was created. He said, “This is the first gate with complete air conditioning. It is located very close to the aircraft. The first phase of construction is now complete. We plan to continuously update the restrooms and other areas. Personally, I am very excited about the retail expansion area,” he said. He also introduced the mural as a point of renovation: a mural with a cultural background has been placed at the access point between the two terminals to serve as a link between the two areas. He also mentioned PCR inspections and other measures for travelers. He said, “A trip to Hawaii is a trip to Hawaii until you finally enjoy the islands and return home.
We want you to have a safe and wonderful experience, so we are working with PCR testing sites on the Big Island of Hawaii to make the process easier for Japanese travelers, including the cost and how to obtain reservations,” he said. As for updates to the mass transit system on the Big Island of Hawaii, the Hele-On BUS, which is used by residents to get around the island, will be free of charge for two years until 2023.
In addition, access to the West Coast side of the island has become more convenient, as it is now possible to travel between Kona International Airport and Hilo International Airport. If you check the schedule carefully and take advantage of the service, you may be able to make a round-the-island trip. Finally, “PONO” was introduced in a video. The content of the video covers the “right” things to do during your stay on the Big Island of Hawaii, such as staying out of prohibited areas, not turning your back on the ocean, and respecting the land and ocean.
It is recommended that you watch this video to prepare yourself for your stay on the island. He said, “Hawaii is the only island that actually has an active volcano. The island has many attractions, but just experiencing them is a wonderful value. Mitsue Varley, Director of the Japan Office of the Hawaii Visitors Bureau, added, “The Big Island of Hawaii is a place where you can feel the pulse of the earth. It is a great place for couples, families, and children to learn about archaeology and geology. （The island is the largest of the Hawaiian Islands, so there is a lot to see and do.
We hope you will visit the island that is still alive today,” he added. He added, “First of all, it is important for people to know about the island. I hope you will update your knowledge of the islands and see firsthand what kind of experiences you can have.
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