The GOAA Board has approved investments in innovation, infrastructure, and the guest experience at Orlando International Airport. New investments in innovation, infrastructure, and the guest experience are taking flight at Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Orlando Executive Airport (ORL). The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA) Board approved Fiscal Year 2027 budgets designed to elevate both airports and position them for continued growth. The approved FY 2027 bud

Anniversary celebration coincides with relaunch of The Venetian Chop House, the phased reopening of newly redesigned Villas and the announcement of the expansion of Stadium Club. On October 15, Caribe Royale Orlando, the only AAA Four Diamond all-suite meetings resort in Orlando, celebrates three decades of unwavering hospitality. This anniversary marks the beginning of the resort's next chapter, highlighted by the relaunch and repositioning of the AAA Four Diamond signature

DT Minich honored for more than three decades of leadership across three Florida destination marketing organizations. DT Minich, President and CEO of Experience Kissimmee, has been named the 2026 inductee into the VISIT FLORIDA’S Florida Tourism Hall of Fame, recognizing more than three decades of leadership, innovation and service to Florida’s tourism industry. Presented on behalf of the VISIT FLORIDA Board of Directors, the Florida Tourism Hall of Fame honors individuals wh

Nonstop routes from Orlando International Airport to Cartagena, Medellín, and Bogotá, Colombia, launch in December. Frontier Airlines has announced a major expansion in its international operations with its first-ever service to South America. Launching in December, the new routes will affordably connect Orlando International Airport (MCO) to El Dorado International Airport in Bogotá (BOG), Rafael Núñez International Airport in Cartagena (CTG), and José María Córdova Internat

Brightline connects travelers to top destinations and major events between Central and South Florida. Brightline is introducing new fare options offering guests more flexibility and choice. The new FLEX fares cater to guests traveling to or from Orlando who value complete flexibility, such as business travelers, international guests, and those whose travel plans may change after booking. Guests can now choose travel in SMART or PREMIUM service coaches with a range of fare fle

Enjoy comfortable 30-seat regional jets with extra legroom and complimentary snacks and beverages. Contour Airlines has announced the launch of new seasonal nonstop service between Cape Girardeau Regional Airport (CGI) and Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB). Beginning December 16, the new service will connect travelers throughout Southeast Missouri and the surrounding region directly to Central Florida, offering convenient access to Orlando and the area's many popula

Monday, September 7th is expected to be the busiest day of the travel period with 155,776 arriving and departing passengers. The last unofficial holiday of summer 2026 may see a small decline in the number of passengers at Orlando International Airport (MCO), but Orlando is still predicted to be one of the most popular Labor Day destinations. Monday, September 7th is expected to be the busiest day of the travel period with 155,776 arriving and departing passengers. According

Downtown Orlando hotel embarks on new chapter with refreshed identity and enduring commitment to the local community, while remaining a part of Marriott’s Autograph Collection. Grand Bohemian Orlando, a cornerstone of Downtown Orlando's hospitality and cultural community, today begins its next chapter as Hotel Beauden (pronounced Boh-den), an Autograph Collection Hotel, introducing a new brand identity while preserving the service, leadership and local relationships that have

Walt Disney World is currently constructing Disney Lakeshore Lodge, a new resort on Bay Lake, on the former site of River Country, between Fort Wilderness and Wilderness Lodge. Disney had already revealed that Disney's Lakeshore Lodge is set to open at Walt Disney World in 2027, and now we know the exact date that the new resort, including three restaurants, a Pocahontas-themed lobby, and a stunning fireworks lounge will open! Disney's Lakeshore Lodge is officially opening Ju

This all the resort will welcome negroni week, its annual fall festival, thanksgiving celebrations, holiday markets, open-air ice skating and the reopening of Its renovated golf course Grande Lakes Orlando, the lush 500 acre luxury resort destination at the headwaters of the Florida Everglades and home to The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes and JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes, is set to welcome guests with a robust lineup of fall and holiday programming. From live fire d

MCO has announced the opening of two new Family Zones! Families traveling through the airport with young travelers now have even more opportunities to play, explore, and burn off energy before takeoff. Families traveling through Orlando International Airport (MCO) now have two more places to play, explore, and mentally recharge before takeoff. MCO officially opened two new Family Zones today, one in Terminal A, and one in Terminal B, completing an initiative to strategically

From family tree plantings at the resort to private nature adventures on the coast, Evermore Signature Experiences and Conrad Orlando's exceptional offerings create unparalleled moments and memories in and around Orlando This summer, guests visiting Evermore Orlando Resort can enjoy even more ways to maximize their Orlando vacation with two new programs now available at the property: Evermore Signature Experiences and Conrad Orlando's adventurous, thoughtfully curated offerin

The world's largest Marriott will transform into a Winter Wonderland this holiday season with festive characters, culinary delights, nightly entertainment and spectacular fireworks. This holiday season, Orlando World Center Marriott, invites guests to step into a winter wonderland during its highly anticipated "Twelve Nights of Wonder" celebration. Running from Dec. 20 through Dec. 31, 2026, the resort-wide activation will transform the sprawling property into a festive escap

In huge news for Central Florida's aviation future, Kissimmee Gateway Airport is hoping that international flights could soon be landing and departing from the regional airport. The Kissimmee Gateway Airport (ISM) has received preliminary approval from the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Office of Field Operations for a User Fee Facility (UFF) designation, a milestone the City and airport have worked toward for years and one that carries significant value for the ent

Avelo Airlines is adding another nonstop route from MCO! Starting November 18, you can fly straight from Orlando to Charlotte/Concord, NC, with one-way fares starting at $49. Avelo Airlines has announced a new direct flight to Concord-Padgett Regional Airport from Orlando International Airport. Avelo is the only airline offering nonstop service between these destinations. Affordable one-way fares are available now, starting at $49. The airline will operate the route using Bo