
Frontier Airlines announces new nonstop flights from Orlando to Colombia
Read full article: Frontier Airlines announces new nonstop flights from Orlando to ColombiaFrontier Airlines is expanding its international operations with its first-ever service to South America, launching three nonstop routes from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Colombia in December.

July tourist tax collections mark another milestone in Orange County, beating July 2025 numbers
Read full article: July tourist tax collections mark another milestone in Orange County, beating July 2025 numbersOrange County set another monthly record in July for tourist development tax collections, according to Comptroller Phil Diamond on Tuesday. The county collected $31,474,700 in July 2026, up 6.4% from July 2025.

Jason Kelce, Robin Roberts among 2026 EPCOT Candlelight Processional narrators
Read full article: Jason Kelce, Robin Roberts among 2026 EPCOT Candlelight Processional narratorsRunning Nov. 27 through Dec. 30, the Candlelight Processional is marking its 55th year at the Walt Disney World Resort and 32nd year at EPCOT.

Kennedy Space Center marks 5 years of Taste of Space with celebrity chefs, fall food festival
Read full article: Kennedy Space Center marks 5 years of Taste of Space with celebrity chefs, fall food festivalThis year’s lineup features bold new dishes and sweet treats. Guests can explore fresh, season-inspired menus at two locations across the complex.

Dinosaur World’s Jurassic Haunt promises pirates, prehistoric scares
Read full article: Dinosaur World’s Jurassic Haunt promises pirates, prehistoric scaresJurassic Haunt: Pirates of the Prehistoric is bringing with it a full pirate-prehistoric takeover. Crews are putting the final touches on thousands of lights, roaming animatronics and scare zones.

Fangs for the memories: Vampirates takes over Pirates Dinner Adventure in Orlando this fall
Read full article: Fangs for the memories: Vampirates takes over Pirates Dinner Adventure in Orlando this fallThe 90-minute show plunges guests into a haunted high-seas spectacle featuring Captain Sebastian, his cursed crew, live stunts and audience participation.

Behind the scenes: Walt Disney World highlights 80,000 cast members, new jobs
Read full article: Behind the scenes: Walt Disney World highlights 80,000 cast members, new jobsWalt Disney World is offering a glimpse into its workforce of 80,000 cast members as it announces plans to hire more than 5,000 people over the next five years, highlighting career growth, competitive benefits and a culture of long-term retention.

🎃Legoland Florida transforms for Halloween with Brick or Treat
Read full article: 🎃Legoland Florida transforms for Halloween with Brick or TreatLegoland Florida Resort transforms for Halloween with its annual Brick or Treat event, featuring interactive LEGO Monster homes, trick-or-treating, live entertainment, festive food and Galacticoaster thrills on select dates through Oct. 31.

👻SeaWorld Orlando’s Howl-O-Scream: Everything you need to know about haunted houses, scare zones and food
Read full article: 👻SeaWorld Orlando’s Howl-O-Scream: Everything you need to know about haunted houses, scare zones and foodSeaWorld Orlando’s Halloween event combines haunted houses, scare zones, themed food and drinks, live entertainment and plenty of opportunities to be scared along the way. With five haunted houses and six scare zones, there is a lot to see — and knowing what to prioritize can make a big difference.

How exactly to plan the ultimate girls trip to Las Vegas
Read full article: How exactly to plan the ultimate girls trip to Las VegasLas Vegas is a classic U.S. travel destination. It’s vibrant, usually packed with people, larger than life, and there’s likely something to do for ANY personality type -- even if you’re not all that into gambling or drinking.

Chicago with the kids: 5 ways to make it a perfect trip to the Windy City
Read full article: Chicago with the kids: 5 ways to make it a perfect trip to the Windy CityWhether you’re just a road trip away from Chicago, you go there on business every so often, or you’d love to visit someday, it’s truly a fantastic city, with so much to offer.

There’s a cool cave in Croatia where you can sip wine and forget about your problems
Read full article: There’s a cool cave in Croatia where you can sip wine and forget about your problemsWhen life gets too stressful, imaging that you're on vacation at an exotic remote location while drinking copious amounts of wine can be the best medicine for getting through a rough day.

You can book a stay at Tony Stark’s cabin right now
Read full article: You can book a stay at Tony Stark’s cabin right nowAs we continue to mourn Iron Man (we’ll never really stop, will we?), there’s some good news for die-hard fans of “Avengers: Endgame”: The last place Tony Stark called home, and his funeral site (RIP Tony!) is up for grabs on Airbnb.

5 places that aren’t on your California bucket list, but they will be after you read this
Read full article: 5 places that aren’t on your California bucket list, but they will be after you read thisRaise your hand if you’re excited for a trip this year, or you’re planning on taking a vacation in the near future.

5 convincing reasons why you should visit Colorado for your next trip
Read full article: 5 convincing reasons why you should visit Colorado for your next tripThere seems to be a buzz in the air -- on social media and in person, more and more people are chatting about the places they’ll go, now that the COVID-19 vaccine is readily available and the world of travel is reopening to the masses.
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Orlando travelers feel ripple effects from deadly Miami plane crash
Read full article: Orlando travelers feel ripple effects from deadly Miami plane crashAs of late Sunday, more than 160 flights were cancelled, and nearly 325 were delayed at Orlando International Airport following a deadly crash involving an Amazon cargo plane in Miami.

Labor Day passenger traffic at Orlando International Airport expected to drop
Read full article: Labor Day passenger traffic at Orlando International Airport expected to dropOrlando International Airport expects more than 155,000 passengers on Labor Day, making Monday one of the busiest days of the holiday travel period. However, overall passenger traffic is projected to fall compared with last year.

Seminole County stretch of SR-434 set for major safety, infrastructure upgrades
Read full article: Seminole County stretch of SR-434 set for major safety, infrastructure upgradesThe Florida Department of Transportation is proposing a series of safety and infrastructure improvements along a roughly 2-mile stretch of State Road 434 in Seminole County.

‘Transformational project’: Cocoa secures $56M federal grant for Brightline station
Read full article: ‘Transformational project’: Cocoa secures $56M federal grant for Brightline stationBrightline could be expanding service to the Space Coast as soon as 2030, after the city of Cocoa secured a $56.48 million federal grant for a rail station in the city. While Cocoa moves closer to bringing Brightline to the city, the company is moving closer to possible financial disaster.

Delta flight bound for Orlando evacuated after reports of smoke
Read full article: Delta flight bound for Orlando evacuated after reports of smokeThe airline said the crew followed procedure and apologized to customers for the inconvenience, adding that safety is its top priority. Flight 2204 was carrying 199 passengers and six crew members.

Aquatica, Discovery Cove president to take over SeaWorld Orlando as well
Read full article: Aquatica, Discovery Cove president to take over SeaWorld Orlando as wellSeaWorld Orlando has a new boss. The theme park announced Thursday that Brad Gilmour will be president of SeaWorld, Aquatica and Discovery Cove in Orlando, effective immediately.

ICON Park tightens rules for minors as social media rumors swirl about ‘teen takeover’
Read full article: ICON Park tightens rules for minors as social media rumors swirl about ‘teen takeover’Social media posts have fueled rumors of a possible “teen takeover” Friday night at ICON Park, prompting extra law enforcement patrols and new restrictions for minors.

Cause of death revealed after worker dies on the job at Orlando International Airport
Read full article: Cause of death revealed after worker dies on the job at Orlando International AirportAn autopsy report has finally been released after a Delta Air Lines staff member died while on the job at Orlando International Airport.

Busiest US airport rankings are out. Here’s where Orlando International Airport lands
Read full article: Busiest US airport rankings are out. Here’s where Orlando International Airport landsOrlando International Airport climbed two spots in the latest national airport rankings — and it's still Florida's busiest, according to a new study.

JetBlue drops Daytona Beach service to boost Fort Lauderdale presence
Read full article: JetBlue drops Daytona Beach service to boost Fort Lauderdale presenceThe move comes as JetBlue shifts its focus to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, looking to fill the void left by Spirit Airlines’ collapse in South Florida.

Trump's pick to lead TSA calls private airport screening program 'pro-worker,' vows to help workers
Read full article: Trump's pick to lead TSA calls private airport screening program 'pro-worker,' vows to help workersPresident Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the Transportation Security Administration addressed a Senate confirmation hearing Thursday.

Port Canaveral doubles cruise terminal to fit the world's biggest ships
Read full article: Port Canaveral doubles cruise terminal to fit the world's biggest shipsPort Canaveral is spending $175 million to double the size of Cruise Terminal 5 and build a 13-story, 3,700-space parking garage as part of a broader $1 billion plan to accommodate larger ships and more passengers.

Kissimmee Gateway Airport leads charge on electric air taxi infrastructure in Florida
Read full article: Kissimmee Gateway Airport leads charge on electric air taxi infrastructure in FloridaElectric air taxis could be coming to Central Florida sooner than many expect, and Kissimmee Gateway Airport is already laying the groundwork.

Dollars & Sense: Think your passport is good enough for international travel? Think again
Read full article: Dollars & Sense: Think your passport is good enough for international travel? Think againInternational travel is evolving. For years, the rule of thumb for many American travelers was simple: if you had a valid U.S. passport, you could travel just about anywhere. However, the rules for international travel are becoming more complicated. Here's what you need to know.

Volusia sheriff’s beach parking pilot aims to protect children, sparks debate
Read full article: Volusia sheriff’s beach parking pilot aims to protect children, sparks debateBeachgoers in Volusia County may have noticed fewer parking spaces along the shore over the July 4 holiday weekend — and it was intentional. Sheriff Mike Chitwood says the decision came after a series of troubling incidents involving children being struck by vehicles on the beach.

Orlando International sees smooth start to holiday rush
Read full article: Orlando International sees smooth start to holiday rushOrlando International Airport experienced one of its busiest travel weekends, with nearly 198,000 passengers expected on Friday and more than 1.4 million projected between Thursday and Monday. Despite the large crowds, security lines moved quickly and travelers reported a smoother experience than anticipated, though baggage claim areas were busier. Airport officials continued to advise arriving early and checking flight statuses. AAA forecasted record travel numbers for the Independence Day holiday, but the airport managed crowds effectively through Friday.

Filling up for the Fourth? Rideshare drivers in Central Florida say high gas prices are changing the job
Read full article: Filling up for the Fourth? Rideshare drivers in Central Florida say high gas prices are changing the jobRideshare drivers will be in demand this July 4 weekend as travelers head to parties, events and destinations, but for rideshare drivers themselves, gas prices will soak up that extra income, and those we talked to say they may be choosier about the trips they take.

Volusia County urges caution when driving at beaches for Fourth of July
Read full article: Volusia County urges caution when driving at beaches for Fourth of JulyVolusia County officials are urging beachgoers to plan ahead this Fourth of July weekend, warning of massive crowds, narrow beaches from high tides, and a strict fireworks ban to protect a record sea turtle nesting season.

Fourth of July travel expected to hit record numbers as costs soar
Read full article: Fourth of July travel expected to hit record numbers as costs soarA record 72.2 million Americans are expected to travel this Fourth of July weekend, despite an 11% jump in overall travel costs, with Orlando International Airport ranking as the second-busiest domestic destination.

Visit Orlando: Tourism hits new record, but Canadian travel drops 13%
Read full article: Visit Orlando: Tourism hits new record, but Canadian travel drops 13%Orange County leaders received an update this week from Visit Orlando, highlighting record-setting visitor numbers — along with a notable challenge from north of the border.

Flight returns to gate at Orlando airport after reported odor; 3 taken to hospital
Read full article: Flight returns to gate at Orlando airport after reported odor; 3 taken to hospitalA flight departing Orlando International Airport returned to the gate after the crew reported an odor onboard, and three passengers were taken to the hospital, airport officials said.







