Following Hawaiian Airlines, the Big Island of Hawaii, buzzing with the launch of direct flights by JAL, is home to a hidden gem: the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel.
Hawaiian Airlines and Now JAL: Hawaii Island, Which Rockefeller Also Adored, Feels Closer Than Ever with New Direct Flights
Japanese people love to travel abroad, and Hawaii, in particular, has long been a perennial favorite destination. The number of Japanese tourists to Hawaii peaked at 2.22 million in 1997, then halved to 1.17 million in 2009, but has been on the rise again in recent years, reaching approximately 1.51 million in 2014.
This year, the Big Island of Hawaii is particularly noteworthy.
Following Hawaiian Airlines, which launched its Haneda-Kona (Big Island) route in December 2016, JAL will also open its Narita-Kona route on September 15, 2017, drawing significant attention.
With its abundant natural wonders, including the still-active Kilauea volcano, Mauna Kea mountain, home to observatories from around the world, and the scenic Waipio Valley, the Big Island offers a glimpse of a "Hawaii" unlike that of Oahu, making it a captivating destination.
The Big Island, affectionately known as "Big Island" by locals, is indeed the largest island in the Hawaiian archipelago. Its unique topography boasts 11 of the world's 13 distinct climate zones, making it an island where nature's wonders are concentrated.
Hawaii Island's Hidden Gem, Unknown to Many Japanese: Mauna Kea Beach Hotel
While the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel is a hotel brimming with a "newness" yet to be discovered by many Japanese travelers, its history is long and distinguished. It was built by Laurance Rockefeller, who visited the Big Island in 1960 for resort development.
Rockefeller, gazing down at the pristine, crescent-shaped white sand beach of Kauna'oa Bay—later named the best beach in the United States—was so moved by its beauty that he resolved to build "the finest hotel" in this special place.
Built in harmony with nature, the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, which opened in July 1965, celebrates its 52nd anniversary in 2017. It has received high praise from travel journalists and critics worldwide, being selected as one of the "World's Best Hotels" by Esquire Magazine and one of the "Great Buildings of the World" by Fortune Magazine (1966). It has also been honored by the American Institute of Architects, earning immense popularity among tourists from mainland America.
In recent years, it was recognized as one of Hawaii's top hotels in the 2015 World's Best Awards, chosen by readers of the globally influential Travel + Leisure magazine.
America's No. 1! The Crescent Beach, Unique to Mauna Kea Beach Hotel
Nestled within the embrace of the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel lies the
beautiful, crescent-shaped beach, a rare natural white sand beach on the Big Island.
This beach, voted number one in the United States, draws numerous travelers from mainland America each year.
Manta Rays May Visit!? Exquisite Restaurants to Delight All Senses
The hotel's five permanent restaurants, created with the spirit of "Lokomaikai" (sharing), offer refined cuisine using fresh, local ingredients. With a blend of tradition and innovation, they delight the senses with visually appealing dishes, enchanting aromas, and wonderful music. At the "Manta" restaurant, guests can even observe natural manta rays drawn to the lights.
Additionally, "private dinners" can be arranged upon request.
Why not consider visiting at least once?
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