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‘Guessing somebody wasn’t looking:’ Aviation expert on close call at MCO
Read full article: ‘Guessing somebody wasn’t looking:’ Aviation expert on close call at MCOA day after a plane nearly took off from a taxiway as opposed to a runway at Orlando International Airport, a local pilot who is seasoned in aircraft training says he has many questions for the pilots of that flight.

5 local springs to visit if you can’t get a Wekiwa Springs reservation
Read full article: 5 local springs to visit if you can’t get a Wekiwa Springs reservationPeople have mixed feelings on this, but one thing that doesn’t change, you might need a backup if you can’t get a spot into the Wekiwa Springs this summer. Here are five of our favorite, lesser-known springs in the Central Florida area.

Southwest flight almost takes off from taxiway — rather than runway — at Orlando International Airport
Read full article: Southwest flight almost takes off from taxiway — rather than runway — at Orlando International AirportOfficials say a Southwest Airlines flight almost took off from a taxiway — rather than a runway — at a central Florida airport on Thursday before an air traffic controller stopped the plane.

Night swimming: A lineup of after-hours events happening at Central Florida waterparks
Read full article: Night swimming: A lineup of after-hours events happening at Central Florida waterparksSpecial ticketed events at theme parks have gained a big interest in recent years, with guests wanting to take advantage of perks such as lower wait times, fewer guests, and exclusive food items.

Express passes for Epic Universe in Orlando now on sale. Here are the eligible rides, shows
Read full article: Express passes for Epic Universe in Orlando now on sale. Here are the eligible rides, showsAs Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe nears its grand opening, express passes are now on sale.

Here are 5 things coming to Central Florida’s theme park landscape in 2025
Read full article: Here are 5 things coming to Central Florida’s theme park landscape in 2025Central Florida is getting a brand new major theme park, and while there’s much excitement surrounding Epic Universe, Universal Orlando’s competitors are looking to get a piece of the pie this summer.

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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For REAL (ID)! Long lines at Florida DMVs may continue through 2027. Here’s why
Read full article: For REAL (ID)! Long lines at Florida DMVs may continue through 2027. Here’s whyThere is an issue of long lines at driver’s license offices in Florida, and officials say the problem may continue through 2027.

Sea-Tac airport director named for top job at Orlando airport authority
Read full article: Sea-Tac airport director named for top job at Orlando airport authorityLance Lyttle would oversee one of the busiest airports in the country, Orlando International Airport, with passenger volume exceeding 57 million.

Inside Epic Universe: Universal releases first look at completed worlds ahead of May opening
Read full article: Inside Epic Universe: Universal releases first look at completed worlds ahead of May openingThe universe is getting real. Check out newly-released photos of the completed worlds inside Epic Universe.

Spring Break travel, weather delays lead to busy Orlando International Airport
Read full article: Spring Break travel, weather delays lead to busy Orlando International AirportOrlando International Airport continues its Spring Break rush this week after a ground delay stranded some travelers on Sunday.

Breeze Airways will offer nonstop flights between Key West and Orlando. See how much a ticket costs
Read full article: Breeze Airways will offer nonstop flights between Key West and Orlando. See how much a ticket costsLow-cost airline Breeze Airways will offer a new nonstop flight in Florida starting in June.

Orange County sees record tourism tax revenues as lawmakers eye spending changes
Read full article: Orange County sees record tourism tax revenues as lawmakers eye spending changesAs Orange County continues to see record tourism tax revenues, Orlando lawmakers are looking to change how this money can be spent.

In Florida, March is the deadliest month for teen drivers. Here’s why
Read full article: In Florida, March is the deadliest month for teen drivers. Here’s whyThe month of March is statistically the deadliest time for teen drivers in Florida, according to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles.

Universal commits $2M to SunRail expansion study needed for airport to I-Drive route
Read full article: Universal commits $2M to SunRail expansion study needed for airport to I-Drive routeUniversal Orlando announced this week it would put $2 million toward the cost of a crucial study needed to bring a planned SunRail line from Orlando International Airport to International Drive.

VIDEO: Southwest flight abruptly rises to avoid another plane crossing runway
Read full article: VIDEO: Southwest flight abruptly rises to avoid another plane crossing runwayPilots on a Southwest Airlines flight attempting to land at Chicago’s Midway Airport were forced to climb back into the sky to avoid another aircraft crossing the runway.

Universal Orlando unveils new ticket, vacation packages for Epic Universe opening
Read full article: Universal Orlando unveils new ticket, vacation packages for Epic Universe openingWith three months until the opening of Universal Epic Universe, Universal Orlando Resort has announced the launch of new tickets and vacation packages for its eagerly-awaited fourth theme park, including tickets exclusively for Florida residents.

Navigating Orlando International Airport: Know where to go to avoid traffic headaches
Read full article: Navigating Orlando International Airport: Know where to go to avoid traffic headachesFlights, baggage, security lines, and unexpected delays are enough to deal with — we don’t need traffic adding to the chaos!

Delta Air Lines to offer $30K to passengers onboard flight that flipped over on Toronto runway
Read full article: Delta Air Lines to offer $30K to passengers onboard flight that flipped over on Toronto runwayDelta Air Lines is offering $30,000 to passengers on board a flight from Minneapolis that flipped upside down in Toronto.

Decades-old tech guides Orlando airport’s air traffic control. Why an upgrade is taking so long
Read full article: Decades-old tech guides Orlando airport’s air traffic control. Why an upgrade is taking so longMCO is the busiest airport in Florida and 7th busiest in the country, yet its radar approach control building and much of the equipment inside is decades old. Rep. Darren Soto, D-Kissimmee, compared MCO’s TRACON to 1980’s Atari video games.

From seawalls to soccer fields: Ormond Beach unplugged
Read full article: From seawalls to soccer fields: Ormond Beach unpluggedWhen people think of Florida’s coast, Daytona Beach often takes center stage. But just a few miles north, nestled along the Atlantic, lies Ormond Beach, a city filled with charm, history, and surprises. To uncover its best-kept secrets, we took a driving tour of Ormond Beach with the newly-elected mayor, Jason Leslie.

Orlando No. 1 searched destination for spring break, according to Spirit
Read full article: Orlando No. 1 searched destination for spring break, according to SpiritSpirit Airlines revealed their top five most searched destinations for spring break in 2025, and three Florida locations made the list, according to a news release from PR Newswire.

Study ranks Orlando International Airport worst in US for luggage complaints
Read full article: Study ranks Orlando International Airport worst in US for luggage complaintsA new study finds Orlando International Airport was the subject of more luggage-handling complaints than any other major U.S. airport over a period of 10 years.