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Anker has recalled additional power banks, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
via U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
The recall was issued because the “lithium-ion battery in the power bank can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.”
A new hotel may be in the works in Kissimmee, near the east end of Disney World and the US-192 corridor, according to the Orlando Business Journal.
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Common Oak Engineering LLC has filed a proposal for the development of a 9,750-square-foot hotel with onsite parking at the southwest corner of N. Poinciana Blvd. and Kissimmee Vineland Road. We’ve got all the details you need to know.
A new initiative to increase Orange County’s hotel tax rates to fund infrastructure and transportation projects is gaining traction in Florida, per the Orlando Business Journal.
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
Rosen Hotels & Resorts CEO Frank Santos and government consultant Angel de la Portilla have proposed a new revenue stream that would support tourism while making things easier for local governments.
When you’re flying, sometimes it’s hard to keep track of what exactly you need to do during your security screening.
TSA lines at MCO
This is especially true now that some long-standing TSA rules are changing, such as not taking off your shoes anymore, but rules still vary from airport to airport. At some airports, you don’t need to take anything out of your bag, including liquids and electronics, while at others, those rules still apply. However, one thing is for sure — you CANNOT travel with this one hair tool, and if you do, you could be fined THOUSANDS of dollars.
According to Travel Off Path, beginning October 12th, 2025, Americans traveling to Europe will be required to be photographed and fingerprinted. Europe’s new Entry-Exit-System will be debuting on October 12th, and it will result in some changes for Americans traveling to and from Europe.
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This new system will eventually replace the manual passport stamping process and make it easier for border officers to catch anyone who is overstaying. American travelers can only stay in the Schengen Area — Europe’s border-free 29-country customs union for 90 days out of every 180-day period. This new system will make it easier to ensure travelers comply with the policy.
Airplane schedules are changing all the time, and if you’re flying to Florida, it can be frustrating trying to keep up with all the changes.
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Of course, some of those changes are good, like when more nonstop flights get added to Orlando International Airport, making getting to Disney World and Universal Orlando a lot easier. But sometimes, flights get cut, meaning you’ll have to search a little harder for a nonstop flight to your destination. Well, one budget airline, JetBlue, just cut flights to two airports, including a Florida city.
The Bahamas are a very popular spot for cruise lines to travel to.
Nassau Port in the Bahamas
The crystal clear oceans and white sand beaches are an easy allure for many travelers, especially those who live in colder states or don’t have any beaches nearby to visit in/around their hometown. Disney Cruise Line has many stops there (including their own private resort), and other cruise lines like Royal Caribbean and Carnival Cruise Lines, among others, do the same. However, at Carnival’s newly opened Celebration Key Resort, two different travelers have drowned in one day.
Before you head to your next vacation, be sure to keep an eye on travel advisories to ensure that you’re staying as safe as possible.
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These advisories can provide valuable insights into what to keep an eye out for when traveling, so you can make informed decisions on vacation.
Airport security changes have been happening at a rapid pace, and they don’t seem to be slowing down anytime soon.
TSA lines at MCO
Air travel inherently has some complicated or taxing procedures that can turn folks off from flying. Often, a major deterrent can be the invasive and time-consuming security process. However, according to the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), some big security changes are on the horizon that will make the airport experience much smoother.
It’s a great time to plan a trip to Disney World!
Orlando International Airport
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is ramping up, the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival is about to begin, and before we know it, holiday parties will be here. It’s also a great time because more and more destinations are coming to Orlando Airport, and we’ve got all the details.
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