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Brightline offers South Florida Horror Fans a spooky ride home from Halloween Horror Nights in Orlando!
For one night only, enjoy a Midnight train home to South Florida with complimentary shuttle service, Halloween-themed onboard perks and discounted group fares. Guests from Miami and South Florida heading to Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights on the last Saturday before Halloween, October 24, can leave the driving behind and enjoy the screams without worrying about the trip home. Brightline is offering a special midnight train departure late Saturday night from Orland

Shane Walton
Oct 19


Orlando International Airport is exploring what could come next for its beloved Gate Link Vehicles
After decades of use and millions of passengers, What would you like to see happen to MCO's retired Gate Link vehicles? They’ve traveled millions of miles without ever leaving Orlando International Airport (MCO). They’ve carried millions of passengers. They’ve been photographed, filmed, ridden, remembered, and now, as MCO’s long-time Gate Link vehicles begin heading into retirement, there’s just one question: What exactly do you do with a retired train? If you could give a re

Alastair Mac
Oct 19


All Aboard as SunRail and the Orlando Magic bring back popular Train-To-The-Game
Fans can enjoy the convenience of free parking at all suburban SunRail stations and ride for free to the game! SunRail riders and Orlando Magic fans will have even more reason to cheer during the 2026-27 season! Beginning Tuesday, October 13, SunRail’s Train-To-The-Game service returns, allowing all Magic ticket holders to ride SunRail for FREE, courtesy of the Orlando Magic. All season long, on weeknights (Monday-Friday) when the Magic have home games, Magic fans simply nee

Alastair Mac
Oct 13


New Gate Link Tram at MCO now in service, Transporting Travelers to and from Gates 100-129
This is the first of four scheduled tram replacements as part of the Gate Link Replacement Project for Airsides 2 and 4, serving Gates 70-129. Passengers at Orlando International Airport (MCO) will find a smoother connection to their gates beginning today as MCO launches upgraded tram service to Gates 100-129 via the Gate Link. The improvement is part of a $6.9 billion Capital Improvement Program, an investment in modernizing the airport and elevating the passenger experience

Alastair Mac
Oct 2


Residents in Lake Nona can now ride in self-driving Volkswagen ID. Buzz Vehicles with MOIA and Beep
MOIA America welcomes riders in Orlando with Beep. Milestone marks MOIA America's first passenger rides in the U.S. Invited passengers in the Orlando community of Lake Nona are now booking and taking rides aboard self-driving ID. Buzz vehicles, marking MOIA America's first passenger operations in the U.S. and a significant milestone in its collaboration with Beep on autonomous mobility services. This passenger ride phase represents the next stage of testing in Lake Nona, add

Alastair Mac
Sep 28


Huge Investment approved for Orlando International Airport will elevate the guest experience!
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

Alastair Mac
Sep 22


Frontier plans big expansion at Orlando International Airport including first-ever service to Colombia
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

Alastair Mac
Sep 14


Brightline introduces new Flex Fare Options for Guests traveling to or from Orlando
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

Alastair Mac
Sep 14


Orlando Sanford International Airport lands new nonstop service to Cape Girardeau, MO on Contour Airlines
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

Alastair Mac
Sep 11


841,577 Passengers arriving and departing Orlando International Airport during Labor Day Weekend
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

Alastair Mac
Sep 4


Orlando International Airport digital ambassador, Annie makes her debut in the real world!
Annie the Astronaut's Homecoming Event was packed with unforgettable memories, and plenty of fun with Annie and her mascot friends. Annie the Astronaut, MCO’s beloved airport ambassador, officially touched down in the real world today at Orlando International Airport (MCO), greeted by airport officials and more than a dozen mascots from Central Florida community partners. MCO introduced Annie as a live mascot during a special public unveiling event. The debut marks an excitin

Alastair Mac
Aug 28


Young Travelers at Orlando International Airport now have two more places to play before takeoff!
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

Alastair Mac
Aug 13


Orlando International Airport to build a 'Vertistop" for Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing Aircraft Demos
In partnership with organizations such as the FAA, NASA, FDOT, and NATCA, the Vertistop will evaluate and advance future air mobility operations in Central Florida. In support of the State of Florida’s Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) initiatives and future aerial highway network, the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA) Board gave airport staff approval to develop a vertistop that will host electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft demonstrations. The action is

Emma Walton
Jul 17


Downtown Orlando Parking Meters are retiring this summer as the city moves to All-Digital Parking
No more digging for coins. No more racing back to the meter. Just park, pay, simple. Starting this week, the City of Orlando is launching the first phase of its parking modernization initiative by retiring on-street parking meters and transitioning to a fully digital parking system. Throughout the summer, parking meters will be removed in phases across Orlando. Drivers will continue to park in the same on-street spaces but will pay digitally using the ParkMobile app, Pay by

Alastair Mac
Jul 17


International Flights could soon be landing at Kissimmee Gateway Airport as airport eyes major expansion
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

Alastair Mac
Jul 6
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