Top 5's of Hongkong International Airport

Fast bullet train in the airport lobby

Hong Kong International Airport (IATA: HKG, ICAO: VHHH) is the commercial airport serving Hong Kong, built on reclaimed land on the island of Chek Lap Kok. The airport is also known as Chek Lap Kok Airport. Named as 8th BUSIEST passenger terminal buildings worldwide by passenger traffic.  Managed by Airport Authority Hong Kong (AA), established in December 1, 1995.

Replacing Kai Tak Airpot, it has been commerically operating since 1998, 24 hours a day.  It's a regional trans-shipment center, passenger hub and gateway for destinations in Mainland China (with 45 destinations) and the rest of Asia.  Cathay Pacific (the flag carrier of Hong Kong) uses it as the primary hub.  It is a focus city for many airlines including China Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines and Air India.

Imagine the adrenalin rush we had after we touched-down Hongkong.  Mom, Chesca and I, El Tres Viajeras (I call our group) were really excited. Finally, my mom's stories about Hongkong will soon be our (Chesca and I) first-hand experience.  Mommies Day Off beginning the journey, sharing with you best parts of it.  (wikipedia)

TOP 5 about Hongkong International Airport

1.  SPACE & AREA.  

It's huge like literally so spacious for everyone to walk without jostling someone else by the side.  It is said it accommodates 74,700 passengers almost everyday. 

2.  CLEANLINESS & STRUCTURE.

The tiles, walls, train, windows, chairs and everything is sparkling clean.  I didn't spot a chair or any area with trash or litter.  The litter bins were placed conscientiously and easy for people to go and throw garbages.  In fact, the bin itself is clean too.  

The comfort rooms too were so clean.  From floor to tiles to lavatory.  Awesome maintenance!

You would be amazed of the structure and interior design.  It's so modern and futuristic. See for yourself.

3.  STAFF.  

Know to have provided employment to 65,000 people.  From immigration officer, lobby attendants to store crews, everyone seemed to be cordial.  Not smiling a lot but with a timid, professional smile.  The crew in the store where we got our octopus card was a Filipina.  You know Filipinas.  

4.  SYSTEM & DISCIPLINE.  

It was easy to find where to go because of the large signs (in Chinese and English) and lobby attendants leading or showing the way.  Their computers, elevators, walkalators, escalators and system worked superbly.  Not only that, there was internet as soon as got in the lobby.  

It also has stores, resto, bank atms, money changers, internet cafes, and clinic.  The maps of the city was easy enough to study. Looking for Kaon St was easy for Andrei. I didn't. hahaha.  

During the interview, my mom went in first. She was asked her name.  Then it was our (Chesca's and I)'s turn.  He just looked at our passport pictures and asked Chesca's name.  I carried her a bit so he could see her.  Then he processed our travel document permit and gave it to me.  In that was the permit to remain until August 7, 2016.   

Hongkong International Airport walkalator

5.  TRANSPORTATION. 

Since the airport is too huge, moving to another terminal is assisted by their trains.  First time for us to experience taking a train inside an airport.  

We took the escalator and took the train going to E1.  A fellow Filipina was left behind because the train was timed. Once it closes, it won't reopen.  You gotta act fast.  It was like a 5-10 mins ride.  We were all brought to another area, where on the right side, stood in line that was moving fast with all other foreigners for the immigration interview.  

The three of us walked through looking for terminal A13 for our octopus card I bought at klook app.  Finding it was easy because of the friendly HK nationals speaking good English.  

Andrei met us there. He was looking regal and professional in blue polo.  Meeting him in the huge airport was easy because of the signs.  So good to see him flying from Qatar.  He's going to surpise meet his family there for vacation.  Am sure the 3 kids will be.  

The buses (city flyer) and taxis were parked accordingly. Standing in line for your turn was easy. People are respectful.  One stands after the other. No inserts.  Plus senior citizens are given priority.

Chesca and I seated in the City Flyer bus 

Andrei and mom seated together in the City Flyer bus

There you go mommies.  Some things to ponder and expect when you arrive Hong Kong International Airport.  Drop me your comments if you find something more.  Happy to share!  Too bad my huawei phone was corrupted. Most of my photos of the airport were there.

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