Bilateral partnership: Imperial Valley Economic Development Corporation hosts the Imperial Valley Tour for Taiwanese Delegation San Diego International Airport anticipates busy winter holiday travel through New Year’s Day
IMPERIAL – On Friday, December 8, the Imperial Valley Economic Development Corporation (IVEDC) hosted the Imperial Valley Tour in collaboration with our partners from International Green Imperial (IGI) and YK America Group.
According to a press release from Imperial Valley Economic Development Corporation (IVEDC), a delegation of 50 representatives from 11+ companies based in Taiwan and Los Angeles explored various industry sites across Imperial County, seeking opportunities for Taiwanese investment. The delegation visited a diverse range of industries including the Lithium Valley region, the Mesquite Lake Specific Planned area, the Calexico East Port of Entry, various companies within Imperial County and engaged with local contractors such as Gafcon, Duggins Construction, indieDwell, and others. Additionally, the delegation visited educational institutions such as Imperial Valley College and San Diego State University – Imperial Valley Campus.
A welcome lunch was organized by IVEDC at the Town Center Villa in El Centro, an upscale apartment complex constructed by YK America Group, which allowed Federal, State, County, and City representatives to network with the Taiwanese delegation to discuss potential partnerships and investments in the Imperial County. The tour concluded with a dinner at the Brawley Elks Lodge, offering an additional networking opportunity for representatives from Imperial County to connect with the delegation before their departure, the release reads.
“Imperial Valley Economic Development Corporation (IVEDC) is a partnership of private enterprise and local government that is united by the common vision of expanding and diversifying our economy,” the release reads. “IVEDC is committed to enhance the quality of life experienced in Imperial Valley by engaging in initiatives that contribute to the diversification of the regional economy,” it reads.
Per the release, YK America Group is a Southern California-based real estate investment and development company specializing in integrated real estate planning, design, consultation, construction, and management services for their clients across the nation.
International Green Imperial (IGI) is a U.S.-Taiwan cooperative non-governmental organization that assists in attracting investment in Imperial County.
SAN DIEGO — San Diego International Airport (SAN) expects to see more than 700,000 people arriving and departing during the upcoming winter holiday travel week which runs from just before Christmas Day through New Year’s Day.
According to a press release from San Diego International Airport (SAN), Saturday, December 23, and Saturday, December 30, are anticipated to be the busiest days travel days of the holiday week. The airport anticipates approximately 80,000 people will travel through the SAN each day that week.
Passengers are urged to plan ahead before heading to the airport. Below are suggested tips included in the release, for travelers coming through SAN during the winter holiday travel week:
Check your flight status. Before coming to the airport, be sure to check with your airline to confirm your flight time.
Arrive early - Don’t cut it close. Expect traffic congestion due to construction on the roadways approaching the airport and in front of the existing Terminal 1. Plan to arrive at the airport at least two hours before your flight. Busiest times curbside are 4:00 a.m. to 6:15 a.m., 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and 8:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. View current construction impacts at NewT1.com.
Make parking reservations – secure your spot. With construction underway on the new SAN Terminal 1 parking structure (scheduled to open in late 2024), on-airport parking is extremely limited. Parking is currently available at the Terminal 2 Parking Plaza. Anyone planning to park at the airport should make reservations in advance. Reservations can be made for the Terminal 2 Parking Plaza or curbside valet. Make reservations here.
The Terminal Loop Shuttle helps you get around SAN. If parking in the Terminal 2 Parking Plaza but flying from Terminal 1, passengers can ride the Terminal Loop Shuttle which transports passengers between the two terminals.
Don’t forget about the San Diego Flyer. The San Diego Flyer is a free shuttle bus service between the Old Town Transit Station and SAN. The electric shuttle buses operate seven days a week, with an average arrival time of every 20 to 30 minutes. The first pick up is at 4:45 a.m. and the last pick up/drop off at 12:30 a.m.
Get dropped off or use rideshare. Have friends or family drop off or pick up. Taxis, Lyft, Uber, or other rideshare options are also good alternatives.
Follow the signs. Whether dropping off or picking up passengers, please follow construction signage and stay within marked lanes. Be alert and ensure car doors and personal belongings are not blocking other drivers and passengers. Lastly, follow the directions of Airport Traffic Officers – they are there to ensure the safety of everyone at the airport.
Skip the traffic. The Cell Phone Lot in the Terminal 2 West Parking Lot on McCain Road is the perfect place to wait for your party. The lot is open from 5:00 a.m. to 12:30 a.m.
Once at the airport, shop, dine, relax. Shops and restaurants inside the terminals are open to provide travel necessities, meals, snacks, last-minute gifts, and more. Visit san.org/Shop-Dine-Relax for hours and locations of SAN concessionaires.
Per the release, during December, SAN will host live musical and circus performances in the terminals. Plus, the airport’s restaurants will offer special holiday-inspired menu items and the shops will offer special-holiday deals to passengers. For information on performances and holiday deals, visit san.org/ Events-Deals/Events.
To learn more about construction impacts, transit options, and more, visit newt1.com.