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Here at Disney Food Blog, we’re theme park experts who travel often. But even as Orlando International Airport regulars, we can still get confused by some major changes MCO has been implementing recently!
Orlando International Airport
On top of stressful TSA lines and Gate Link construction, the Orlando International Airport is implementing another major change. Two popular airlines have switched terminals!
Here at Disney Food Blog, we love traveling and we love food, so we wish we could stay all day at some airports just for the snacks.
MCO TSA PreCheck
This September, TSA launched Gateside by TSA PreCheck, a new pilot program that allows certain non-travelers to go through airport security and enter the gate area without actually having a flight. It was basically our dream come true, but the program suddenly ended at more than 100 airports!
If you’ve ever been to the Orlando International Airport, then you’ll know it’s the most magical airport on Earth! You’ll find the only Magic of Disney store in the world, stocked with Disney merch in a space that gives MAJOR Disney Store vibes. And in Terminal C, the Walt Disney World Store has even MORE Disney souvenirs! There are some days where we’ve wished we could spend the whole day at MCO, and now we can, even without a flight!
Orlando International Airport
Orlando International Airport just relaunched the Experience MCO Visitor Pass Program, which allows the non-traveling public to visit MCO and enjoy amenities on the post-security side of the passenger terminals. Let’s dive into these major changes at MCO!
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MCO TSA PreCheck
Well, TSA is rolling out a new program that could completely change airport travel, so let’s dive into everything you need to know! [Read more…]
When it comes to traveling, one of the biggest headaches is airport security. You have to dump your water bottle, wait in line, take everything out of your bag, remove your shoes, and hope everything goes smoothly.
MCO TSA Precheck
The Transportation Security Administration announced a new screening called TSA Gold+ that would provide seamless, secure, and efficient screenings. It was announced back in May, but after a three-month trial, it’s already ending!
Here at Disney Food Blog, we are always discussing the Orlando International Airport. If you are planning to visit Disney World, this huge airport with iconic green carpet is likely the first stop of your trip.
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However, today we are going to be discussing a smaller local airport near the Orlando area. The Kissimmee Gateway Airport is the municipal airport for the city of Kissimmee, but it might be getting much bigger very soon! [Read more…]
Southwest Airlines just updated its seating policy, which will make flying so much easier.
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Now, passengers who require an extra seat when flying no longer need to purchase it in advance. Airport gate agents can offer an additional seat at no extra cost when space is available. The change was implemented last week.
If you’ve ever had a long layover with kids at the Orlando International Airport, then what the airport just opened is your new favorite thing.
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Three family zones throughout the airport will open this year, and the first zone just opened last week!
Spirit Airlines was a popular budget airline for getting to and from Orlando, but it abruptly closed on May 2nd, leaving nearly 1,000 flights from Orlando Airport canceled.
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Hundreds of thousands of budget flyers relied on Spirit for their Disney World vacations and general travel. A campaign has even been created to revive Spirit Airlines! But just in case the beloved yellow Airbus is gone for good, here are four great alternatives for your next Orlando trip.
We love heading to the Orlando International Airport for nearby staples like Disney World and Port Canaveral’s cruises, but there’s so much to do at MCO we could spend a whole day there!
Orlando International Airport
We love shopping at Magic of Disney and the Epic Universe Store, which is why we’re so excited that a staple Orlando International Airport store is reopening!
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