Passengers who unbuckle before the plane stops could face fines
Flyers in a certain popular tourist destination could face fines if they unbuckle and stand up too soon at the end of a flight.
Flyers in a certain popular tourist destination could face fines if they unbuckle and stand up too soon at the end of a flight.
Southwest Airlines’ baggage fee, other policies changing this week
Southwest Airlines has made major changes to its policies in recent months, with almost all of them going into effect Wednesday. Here’s what to know.
Southwest Airlines has made major changes to its policies in recent months, with almost all of them going into effect Wednesday. Here’s what to know.
United Airlines new June 3 rule may leave passengers stranded. What to know
The airline company is updating their policy to boost efficiency and lower delays at airports for air travelers.
The airline company is updating their policy to boost efficiency and lower delays at airports for air travelers.
Bags don't fly free anymore; Southwest abandons long-standing perk
It's the end of an airline industry mainstay: Southwest Airlines had touted its no-baggage fees for decades. But all of that is coming to an end.
It's the end of an airline industry mainstay: Southwest Airlines had touted its no-baggage fees for decades. But all of that is coming to an end.
Gas prices this Memorial Day weekend will be cheapest in 4 years
If you’re planning a road trip for Memorial Day weekend, you’re in luck: Gas prices are projected to be their cheapest since 2021.
If you’re planning a road trip for Memorial Day weekend, you’re in luck: Gas prices are projected to be their cheapest since 2021.
Hawaiian Airlines' new policy could cost travelers money
Hawaiian Airlines is days into implementing a new "no-show" policy that could potentially cause travelers to lose out on money.
Hawaiian Airlines is days into implementing a new "no-show" policy that could potentially cause travelers to lose out on money.
Lufthansa flight flew for 10 minutes without a pilot, report says
A Lufthansa flight co-pilot fainted while he was alone in the cockpit last year, leaving the plane without a pilot for 10 minutes, German media reported.
A Lufthansa flight co-pilot fainted while he was alone in the cockpit last year, leaving the plane without a pilot for 10 minutes, German media reported.
Cruise ship crime reaches 2-year high, record travel expected this season
Crime rates aboard cruise ships leaving the U.S. have reached a two-year high, and one expert says this creates a "dark cloud" for travelers. According to data from the Department of Transportation, allegations of 48 crimes were reported onboard cruise ships from Jan. 1, 2025, to March 30, 2025. Twenty-three incidents were reported rapes, 10 were sexual assaults and seven were assaults, which all reportedly happened on cruise ships.
Crime rates aboard cruise ships leaving the U.S. have reached a two-year high, and one expert says this creates a "dark cloud" for travelers. According to data from the Department of Transportation, allegations of 48 crimes were reported onboard cruise ships from Jan. 1, 2025, to March 30, 2025. Twenty-three incidents were reported rapes, 10 were sexual assaults and seven were assaults, which all reportedly happened on cruise ships.
Jacksonville airport reopens after vehicle fire in parking garage, officials say
The Jacksonville International Airport (JIA) in Florida has reopened after being closed for several hours when a fire broke out in one of its parking garages on Friday afternoon.
The Jacksonville International Airport (JIA) in Florida has reopened after being closed for several hours when a fire broke out in one of its parking garages on Friday afternoon.
Cruise ship crime reaches 2-year high, casting ‘dark cloud’ for travelers: expert
Department of Transportation data reveals 23 alleged rapes among 48 total crimes reported in early 2025.
Department of Transportation data reveals 23 alleged rapes among 48 total crimes reported in early 2025.
Florida, Caribbean beaches could be choked out by record levels of Sargassum seaweed this summer
As summer approaches, beachgoers may need to check an additional forecast detail before heading to the shore: the Sargassum seaweed situation.
As summer approaches, beachgoers may need to check an additional forecast detail before heading to the shore: the Sargassum seaweed situation.
Air France: Nonstop flights from Orlando, Florida to Paris starting May 21
Florida travelers dreaming of a French adventure will soon have a brand-new way to jet off to Europe!
Florida travelers dreaming of a French adventure will soon have a brand-new way to jet off to Europe!
Horrified passenger films roaches crawling inside Spirit Airlines plane
A horrified Spirit Airlines passenger said she’ll never fly the airline again after filming two roaches crawling inside the cabin.
A horrified Spirit Airlines passenger said she’ll never fly the airline again after filming two roaches crawling inside the cabin.
Spirit Airlines debuts extra-legroom seats, revamps loyalty program
Spirit Airlines is launching a new “Go Comfy” travel option featuring extra-legroom seats available for booking starting May 15.
Spirit Airlines is launching a new “Go Comfy” travel option featuring extra-legroom seats available for booking starting May 15.
3 Florida cities recognized as best 2025 summer travel destinations
Three Florida cities have ranked in the top 12 for the best 2025 summer travel destinations, according to a recent study done by WalletHub.
Three Florida cities have ranked in the top 12 for the best 2025 summer travel destinations, according to a recent study done by WalletHub.
Concerns over air traffic control outages
People across the country are still having concerns when it comes to traveling. On Sunday, ground stops were issued at Newark Liberty International Airport and Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, impacting passengers if they were traveling into or out of two of the largest airports in the country. Nick Ewen, senior editorial director at The Points Guy, joins Good Day Orlando to talk about the latest safety concerns travelers are experiencing and what protections are in place if flights are delayed or canceled due to air traffic control error.
People across the country are still having concerns when it comes to traveling. On Sunday, ground stops were issued at Newark Liberty International Airport and Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, impacting passengers if they were traveling into or out of two of the largest airports in the country. Nick Ewen, senior editorial director at The Points Guy, joins Good Day Orlando to talk about the latest safety concerns travelers are experiencing and what protections are in place if flights are delayed or canceled due to air traffic control error.
Avelo Airlines flying deportation flights out of Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport
Avelo Airlines has begun to deport migrants out of Phoenix Mesa Gateway Airport in the East Valley.
Avelo Airlines has begun to deport migrants out of Phoenix Mesa Gateway Airport in the East Valley.
Fiji added to CDC’s travel alert after surge in dengue fever cases
The island nation of Fiji in the South Pacific Ocean is the latest country to be added to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s travel alert list.
The island nation of Fiji in the South Pacific Ocean is the latest country to be added to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s travel alert list.
Best and worst airlines ranked for customer satisfaction in 2025: See the list
Although consumer confidence and passenger volume are down, overall passenger satisfaction is up thanks to gains in economy and basic economy class.
Although consumer confidence and passenger volume are down, overall passenger satisfaction is up thanks to gains in economy and basic economy class.
Facial biometrics at Orlando airport leads to faster processing
New changes are coming to the Orlando International Airport (MCO) when it comes to technology. One of the most recent additions is a fully-automated facial biometrics systems, which leaders say will lead to faster processing and shorter wait times.
New changes are coming to the Orlando International Airport (MCO) when it comes to technology. One of the most recent additions is a fully-automated facial biometrics systems, which leaders say will lead to faster processing and shorter wait times.