Thanks to some Disney touches coming to Orlando International Airport (MCO), travelers will be fully immersed in Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary and “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” as soon as they arrive in Central Florida. Cast Members are working with the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA) to create an art installation at the terminal … Read more
We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Tuesday, July 20, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more
During a meeting lasting over three hours, members of the Central Florida Expressway Authority voted to delay Brightline construction along State Route 417. The decision was unanimous. The Authority’s decision puts construction of the Brightline Orlando to Tampa connector in limbo. The Expressway Authority has been under pressure from International Drive businesses as well as … Read more
Orlando International Airport has announced that its COVID-19 vaccination site has closed. In a tweet, Orlando International apologized for the short notice. It also provided a link to additional vaccination locations in the Orlando area. The clinic offered free vaccinations to those passing through the terminal. Passenger numbers have increased during the summer months.
We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Friday, May 28, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more
Disney’s Magical Express, providing transport to and from Walt Disney World and Orlando International Airport, will be ending service in January 2022. Mears will replace the service with “Mears Connect” in that same month. Originally, the Mears website stated guests would be able to make reservations for Mears Connect starting in May 2021. It now … Read more
The Orlando International Airport (MCO) is expecting to reach almost 90% of its pre-pandemic travel numbers on this upcoming Memorial Day weekend. In 2020, MCO recorded only 45,415 departures during Memorial Day week. With 300,000 estimated departures this week, traffic is up 550% from last year. Phil Brown, Chief Executive Officer of the Greater Orlando … Read more
Soon, it’ll be easier than ever to travel the Sunshine State, as the Brightline high-speed rail expansion has reached the halfway mark between Miami and Orlando. Fox 35’s Matt Trezza reported on the big occasion, which marks a significant development in the expansion. The line will lead to Orlando International Airport, which will serve as … Read more
We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Sunday, May 2, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more
After Orange County, Florida Mayor Jerry Demings announced plans to change the county’s COVID-19 executive order with Phase 1 already in effect, Orlando International Airport (MCO) has reduced its physical distancing measures from six feet to three feet apart. Twitter user @hastin posted an image this morning of signs now saying “Travel smart, Stay 3 … Read more
We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Wednesday, April 21, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more
At today’s Greater Orlando Airport Aviation (GOAA) meeting, a floor map schematic revealed the new offerings coming to MCO’s Terminal C. A new Walt Disney World store, Universal Studios Store, and a Wine Bar George location were among the reveals for level two of the new Terminal C, which has yet to open. This screenshot … Read more
Brightline has released a new drone video of progress on their rail expansion from Miami to Orlando International Airport. The video, which is available on the Florida Today website, shows the track that has already been laid at the Orlando International Airport. It goes on to show the construction of a nearby vehicle maintenance facility … Read more
The heavily anticipated Brightline high speed rail that would connect the Orlando International Airport to Walt Disney World is now scheduled to start service as early as mid-2026. The route from Disney property to the airport would cost anywhere from $1.03-$2.1 billion, depending on which exact route is selected. Florida transportation authorities recently stated that … Read more
It seems that air travelers are about to flock to Central Florida. According to a statement released by the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority, Orlando International Airport (MCO) expects over 600,000 more spring break travelers year-over-year. The numbers reported compare passengers between February 28 and April 13. This figure represents a 45% increase from 2020’s spring … Read more
The Magic of Disney store at Orlando International Airport has reopened with social distancing. The refurbished store first opened in November 2019, but closed earlier this year due to COVID-19. There are now dividers up at the registers, in addition to social distancing markers for guests waiting to check out. While the store used to … Read more