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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.
TSA allows medical marijuana through airport security, but Florida laws still apply
Read full article: TSA allows medical marijuana through airport security, but Florida laws still applyPassengers at Orlando International Airport are reacting to a TSA policy allowing medical marijuana through security checkpoints, while officials remind travelers that Florida’s marijuana laws still apply.
👨🍼Disney dads watch their kids build careers — and keep the magic going at Walt Disney World
Read full article: 👨🍼Disney dads watch their kids build careers — and keep the magic going at Walt Disney WorldTwo Walt Disney World fathers share what it’s like to see their children follow them into Disney careers. Their stories highlight mentorship, skilled trades, leadership and the pride of building a family legacy.
‘A dream come true’: The magic behind Disney’s Cinderella Castle makeover project
Read full article: ‘A dream come true’: The magic behind Disney’s Cinderella Castle makeover projectCinderella's Castle at the Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World has new life thanks to a magical makeover. Meet some of the team who helped make it all happen.
Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights returns to the Upside Down with ‘Stranger Things’ house
Read full article: Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights returns to the Upside Down with ‘Stranger Things’ house“Stranger Things” fans will get a chance to return to Hawkins, Indiana, at Universal Orlando's Halloween Horror Nights later this year. The “Stranger Things” haunted house will feature moments from the final season of the show, taking guests through locations in the battle to save Hawkins, like the Wheeler House, the MAC-Z military base, the Upside Down, and the Abyss, before a final confrontation with Vecna.
🦒Ivy the baby Masai giraffe makes her debut on Kilimanjaro Safaris at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Read full article: 🦒Ivy the baby Masai giraffe makes her debut on Kilimanjaro Safaris at Disney’s Animal KingdomDisney’s Animal Kingdom introduced guests to Ivy, a baby Masai giraffe now visible on Kilimanjaro Safaris. Keepers say she’s shy, staying close to mom Willow, and part of an AZA Species Survival Plan conservation effort.
Gatorland evacuates over reported bomb threat, Orange County Sheriff’s Office says
Read full article: Gatorland evacuates over reported bomb threat, Orange County Sheriff’s Office saysGatorland in Orlando was forced to evacuate on Tuesday over a reported bomb threat, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.
‘Best part of my day:’ Meet the Disney aquarist caring for cold-stunned sea turtles at EPCOT
Read full article: ‘Best part of my day:’ Meet the Disney aquarist caring for cold-stunned sea turtles at EPCOTAquarists at EPCOT's The Seas with Nemo & Friends are rehabilitating 14 rescued sea turtles as part of a broader conservation mission that also includes manatee rehabilitation, butterfly tagging, and other wildlife programs largely hidden from public view.
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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Federal grant could fund traffic changes at Orlando International Airport
Read full article: Federal grant could fund traffic changes at Orlando International AirportThe Greater Orlando Aviation Authority is on track to accept $2.5 million in public transportation grant money from the Florida Department of Transportation to improve traffic flow at the intersection of Jeff Fuqua Boulevard at South Park Place and Station Loop Road.
Dollars & Sense: Vacation inflation is making simple travel goals a complicated reality
Read full article: Dollars & Sense: Vacation inflation is making simple travel goals a complicated realityIn the next few weeks, schools will let out, Memorial Day weekend will come and go, the frenzied pace of spring will be a memory, and families will ease into summer mode.
‘We just all need help:’ Orlando Spirit workers rally together after closure
Read full article: ‘We just all need help:’ Orlando Spirit workers rally together after closureThe shutdown of Spirit Airlines has left hundreds of employees in Orlando facing uncertainty, heartbreak and questions about how they will move forward after suddenly losing their jobs.
Rising fuel costs push summer airfares higher, travel experts say
Read full article: Rising fuel costs push summer airfares higher, travel experts sayTravel experts say rising fuel costs are driving up airfare prices, and the trend is unlikely to reverse anytime soon — leaving many would-be vacationers paying more or rethinking their plans altogether.
Brightline revenue rises, but audit flags ‘substantial doubt’ about future
Read full article: Brightline revenue rises, but audit flags ‘substantial doubt’ about futureBrightline Trains Florida brought in more money in its latest audit, reporting $214 million in revenue in 2025, up from $188 million in 2024. Most of that total — nearly $199 million — came from ticket sales and other passenger purchases.
Viral plan to purchase Spirit Airlines is exploding online. Here’s how to buy in
Read full article: Viral plan to purchase Spirit Airlines is exploding online. Here’s how to buy inA viral TikTok proposal is pushing to nationalize the defunct airline, though a certain Florida political candidate wants to take it a step further.
Spirit Airlines shutdown: How to get home, how to get refunds
Read full article: Spirit Airlines shutdown: How to get home, how to get refundsThe collapse of the U.S.-based Spirit Airlines is leaving both passengers and crew in the lurch. If you had tickets for a Spirit flight, here's what you need to know.
Trump says a Spirit bailout still is possible as doubts about the airline's survival mount
Read full article: Trump says a Spirit bailout still is possible as doubts about the airline's survival mountPresident Donald Trump says his administration is still weighing a taxpayer-funded takeover of Spirit Airlines “but only if it's a good deal” for the government.
Trump considers a taxpayer takeover of Spirit Airlines and would aim to resell carrier
Read full article: Trump considers a taxpayer takeover of Spirit Airlines and would aim to resell carrierPresident Donald Trump says he is weighing a taxpayer takeover of Spirit Airlines and would aim to resell the troubled carrier after oil prices drop.
Dollars & Sense: Airlines, passengers feel the pinch from the war in the Middle East
Read full article: Dollars & Sense: Airlines, passengers feel the pinch from the war in the Middle EastIf you’re planning a late spring or summer trip and it involves a plane ticket – and you haven’t booked it yet – I have some bad news.
Amtrak Auto Train, Florida passenger trains running again after Jacksonville-area brush fires
Read full article: Amtrak Auto Train, Florida passenger trains running again after Jacksonville-area brush firesAmtrak train routes are running in and out of Florida again after large brush fires in the northeast part of the state forced their cancellation Monday.
Jet fuel surge puts Spirit Airline’s recovery at risk
Read full article: Jet fuel surge puts Spirit Airline’s recovery at riskA sharp rise in jet fuel prices has threatened Spirit Airlines’ bankruptcy recovery plan, raising concerns about potential liquidation and the future of low-cost air travel, especially at Orlando International Airport where Spirit holds a significant market share.
SCOUT hits six-month milestone, plans to expand fleet again amid surging demand in Seminole County
Read full article: SCOUT hits six-month milestone, plans to expand fleet again amid surging demand in Seminole CountySeminole County’s on-demand transportation service, SCOUT, has reached a significant milestone — six months on the road — and the numbers tell a story of rapid growth alongside real growing pains.
JetBlue raises its checked bag fees by as much as $9 as the Iran war affects fuel costs
Read full article: JetBlue raises its checked bag fees by as much as $9 as the Iran war affects fuel costsU.S. carrier JetBlue has raised its checked bag fees by as much as $9 as the war in the Middle East disrupts global oil supplies.