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Several tourists arrested at PortMiami before ‘world’s biggest gay festival at sea’

Instead of having fun during the parties that Atlantis Events marketed as the sold-out “world’s biggest gay festival at sea,” several tourists faced charges on Monday afternoon in Miami-Dade County.

Sunny South Florida can’t escape travel troubles caused by monster winter storm

The wave of cancellations continued Monday at Miami International Airport as a monster winter storm moving across the country caused chaos at many of the nation’s airports.

South Florida airports get hectic as winter storm looms across US

Before the winter weather chaos sets in, South Florida airports are seeing a surge of travelers, some escaping the cold and others flying into it.

Bomb ‘joke’ at Miami International Airport lands man in jail with felony charge, records show

An investigator assigned to the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office’s Homeland Security Bureau didn’t think Eulalio Orama’s alleged joke was funny.

U.S. diplomats warn about reports of ‘threat of detention’ to U.S. citizens in Cuba

U.S. diplomats recently warned the public that the U.S. Embassy in Havana “is unable to address any issues” related to “forced departure” from Cuba.

Ground stop lifted for flights coming to Miami International Airport due to weather

The Federal Aviation Administration has lifted a ground stop for all incoming flights at Miami International Airport Wednesday.

Holland America cruise ship returns to Port Everglades following norovirus outbreak

A Holland America cruise ship that was on a 12-day voyage for New Year’s returned to Port Everglades last Friday after a norovirus outbreak occurred on the ship.

Flight cancellations following Maduro capture causes ‘absolute craziness’ at Miami International Airport

Several airlines canceled hundreds of flights across the country of Venezuela after the news of Nicolas Maduro’s capture on Saturday.

MIA reports delays, cancellations after US capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro

Flight operations at Miami International Airport are being disrupted following the United States’ capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, authorities and airlines reported Saturday.

Woman, 77, falls from Holland America cruise ship near Cuba

The U.S. Coast Guard has suspended the search for a 77-year-old woman who they said fell from a Holland America cruise ship on New Year’s Day.

Travelers experience long ride-share pickup wait times at Fort Lauderdale airport

Monday is a peak travel day during the busy year-end season, and travelers’ wait times for ride-share pickups at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport were longer than usual.

Post-Christmas travel rush crowds South Florida airports

The post-Christmas travel rush is underway, with airports across the country expecting heavy crowds for the next week.

Here is what TSA wants fliers to know about traveling with Christmas food leftovers

The U.S. Transportation Security Administration has some warnings for fliers planning to travel with Christmas food leftovers.

Final stretch of holiday travel brings heavy crowds to South Florida airports

Starting Saturday through New Year’s Day marks the final stretch of the holiday travel season.

FLL experiences power outage; flights continue despite delays

Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport experienced a power outage early Sunday morning, affecting operations across the airport.

Florida teacher needs help after surviving lightning strike killing friend in Peru

A Florida teacher remained hospitalised on Friday in Peru after he survived a lightning strike that killed another man while hiking near Cusco.

Travelers head home to South Florida as airport crowds, traffic expected to peak

After spending Thanksgiving with loved ones, thousands of travelers are heading back to South Florida, with airport crowds expected to peak Sunday.

Winter weather to impact post-Thanksgiving travel in central and eastern U.S.

Winter Storm Bellamy was forecast to disrupt post-Thanksgiving travel on Saturday and Sunday.

Holiday travel surge hits Miami International Airport

The post-Thanksgiving travel rush was in full swing Friday morning, with Miami International Airport jam-packed as travelers made their way home after the holiday.

Thanksgiving-related travel kicks off with record highs expected

Thanksgiving is on Thursday, and this year officials expect more domestic travelers than usual.

Venezuela threatens airlines over flights suspensions; Democrats reassert congressional authority

With the support of House Democrats, Rep. Jim Himes introduced the War Powers Resolution, which aims to reassert congressional authority over boat strikes near Venezuela.

Holiday travel rush begins as families of children with special needs get extra help at MIA

With the busiest travel days of the year underway, a record 81.8 million Americans are expected to travel at least 50 miles from home for Thanksgiving, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.

Traveling for Thanksgiving in Florida? Here’s what to expect

Thanksgiving is the season to enjoy quality time with friends and family, and share laughs and a delicious dinner. But flying to see your loved ones during this holiday period can be hard if not pre-planned.

‘Passengers deserve better’: Allegiant Air pilots picket at FLL over stalled union talks

Allegiant Air pilots picketed outside Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport on Tuesday “to demand a fair contract and an end to ongoing negotiation delays,” according to officials with their union, the Teamsters.

Miami International Airport braces for another record Thanksgiving rush

Thanksgiving is around the corner, but you wouldn’t know it from the palm trees outside Miami International Airport. The weather feels the same, the cafecito lines are still long and the only sign the holidays are coming is the slow-moving security line that wraps around the terminal.

Frustrations grow at South Florida airports as cancellations, delays continue amid government shutdown

With the government shutdown still ongoing, thousands of flights were cancelled this weekend nationwide, including at South Florida’s airports, and even more are being canceled Monday.

Travelers at FLL and MIA experience hundreds of delays, dozens of cancellations

Travelers at the international airports in Fort Lauderdale and Miami experienced hundreds of delays and dozens of cancellations on Saturday.

‘Going to be chaos’: Passengers worry about FAA reducing flights to MIA, FLL during shutdown

On Day 36 of the government shutdown -- now the longest in U.S. history, frustrations are mounting and travelers continue to feel the fallout.

Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay remains closed to commercial flights, open for Hurricane Melissa relief

Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay, Jamaica, was set to reopen to relief flights on Thursday, but not to commercial flights yet, so many tourists and Jamaicans were disappointed to have to turn back.

Tourists hunker down in Jamaican hotels during Hurricane Melissa

Hurricane Melissa turned tourists’ relaxing Caribbean getaway into a nightmare where the sound of the wind reminded them of scary “ghost stories” on Tuesday in Jamaica.

Norwegian Cruise Line confirms passenger fell overboard en route from Portugal to Miami

A passenger fell overboard from the Norwegian Cruise Line ship Norwegian Jewel on Monday while it was traveling from Ponta Delgada, Portugal, to Miami, the cruise line confirmed Wednesday.

Fort Lauderdale pilot under investigation over plane mystery

A 24-year-old pilot from Fort Lauderdale was under investigation after abandoning a 1972 Cessna Skyhawk on Tuesday in Naples.

No charges will be filed against mother whose daughter fell off Disney cruise ship

A mother will not face criminal charges after her 5-year-old daughter fell off Disney’s Dream cruise ship over the summer as it was traveling in international waters, the Broward County State Attorney’s Office confirmed this week.

Ship Ahoy! Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth cruise ship anchors in Miami

PortMiami welcomed its latest luxury cruise liner to South Florida Thursday morning.

Royal Caribbean cruise ship arrives in Miami after norovirus outbreak

A Royal Caribbean cruise ship arrived at PortMiami Thursday morning following a 13-night trip in which dozens of passengers fell ill from a norovirus outbreak.

Royal Caribbean Wonder of the Seas cruise ship returns to PortMiami after fight with injuries

The Royal Caribbean Wonder of the Seas cruise ship returned to PortMiami on Monday night after a fight injured guests.

Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth ship to sail from Miami

Cunard will set sail from Miami for the first time ever this Fall.

Cruise ship returns to PortMiami after man suffers injuries when waterslide’s acrylic glass breaks

The Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas, a cruise ship that has been in service for just over a year, is returning to PortMiami Saturday after a man was injured in the Category 6 water park.

Caught on Camera: Acrylic glass breaks while man was going down water slide on Icon of the Seas cruise ship

A scary incident was captured on camera Thursday onboard Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas cruise ship.

United Airlines deals with flight delays after ‘tech disruption’

United Airlines announced that a technology disruption affected flights on Wednesday evening.

National Park Service skips entry fees today

The National Park Service will be waiving entry fees on Monday to mark the fifth anniversary of the Great American Outdoors Act.

NTSB criticizes FAA during hearing about crash killing 67

Royal Caribbean’s Icon Of The Seas heads to PortMiami after 1 dead, 1 injured

The Icon Of The Seas cruise ship was on its way back to PortMiami on Friday night after one crew member died and another was injured.

Trump administration urges lawmakers to invest $19B in air traffic safety

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has been lobbying lawmakers, so they vote to invest billions more in air traffic safety.

MIA passengers react to TSA’s new no-shoe rule

Travelers passing through Miami International Airport are adjusting to a new Transportation Security Administration policy that allows U.S. flyers without TSA PreCheck to keep their shoes on during security screening.

TSA begins phasing out shoe removal at airport checkpoints, including in Miami

Travelers at Miami International Airport may notice something missing at security checkpoints: the need to remove their shoes.

SeaWorld Orlando to start new drone show on Saturday

SeaWorld Orlando announced the new “Summer Spectacular,” a drone show integrated into the theme park’s fireworks, is set to begin on Saturday night.

Temporary runway closures expected at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport

Temporary runway closures are scheduled to begin next week at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport.

Frequent flyers may soon use miles on United Airlines, JetBlue Airways flights

Frequent flier benefits for United Airlines and JetBlue Airways may soon be used to book flights on either airline.

Feds hope to get $12.5B in initial spending for air traffic control reform

President Donald Trump’s administration recently announced a plan that needs billions to upgrade air traffic control systems nationwide.

Travelers being warned ahead of Real ID law going into effect

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem warned travelers on Tuesday that the new Real ID law will go into effect Wednesday.

Airbnb to display total prices by default

Airbnb is being upfront about its pricing, now displaying the total price of a rental per night, plus taxes, depending on the location, on default.

New REAL ID requirement at airports also applies to TSA PreCheck passengers

Transportation Security Administration agents warned that people who do not have a REAL ID, including TSA PreCheck passengers, will not be allowed to board their domestic flights starting May 7.

American Airlines to add free Wi-Fi perk

American Airlines will offer travelers free Wi-Fi on most of its flights in the near future.

Norwegian Aqua christened at PortMiami as cruise line debuts newest ship

Norwegian Cruise Line christened its newest ship, the Norwegian Aqua, during a festive ceremony Sunday at PortMiami, marking the debut of the company’s first vessel in its innovative Prima Plus class.

Cruise season comes with ‘Ferrari of viruses’

This cruise season comes with the “Ferrari of viruses,” a new antibody-dodging norovirus variant.

Measles risk increases as more families travel during spring break

Measles, which spreads airborne, will be a concern for families during this spring break travel season.

MDSO: Passenger barricades himself inside plane bathroom on flight to Miami

A mid-flight crisis led officers to storm a plane moments after it landed at Miami International Airport.

REAL ID requirement for domestic flights goes into effect in May

Starting on May 7, the Transportation Security Administration will be requiring a REAL ID for adults planning to board domestic commercial flights.

Spirit Airlines CEO resigns, 3-member committee takes over for now

Ted Christie announced his resignation as the chief executive officer of Spirit Airlines.

Dominican woman arrested over bomb ‘joke’ at Miami airport

A 55-year-old woman from the Dominican Republic was behind bars on Monday after a detective arrested her at Miami International Airport.

Spring break tourists describe South Beach as ‘completely dead’

Cardys McDowell and Ava Bryan were among the spring break tourists on Friday in Miami Beach who were not happy with the changes.

State Department issues Turks and Caicos travel advisory

The U.S. State Department issued a travel advisory for Turks and Caicos Islands.

Meet 5 students who want your vote to become the next Eco Hero, win trip to Australia

Voting begins Friday to find this year’s Local 10 Eco Hero.

Rep. Gimenez seeks answers after US citizens affected by airport screenings amid diplomatic tensions

U.S. citizens arriving from Colombia at Miami International Airport faced unexpected screenings, sparking frustration and scrutiny from lawmakers.

Deputies say men found in JetBlue plane’s landing gear compartment were from Dominican Republic

Deputies confirmed Wednesday that the two men found dead earlier this year at Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport were from the Dominican Republic.

JetBlue is first airline to offer Venmo payment option for online bookings

Venmo is now offered as a payment option when booking a flight online through JetBlue, the airline announced this week.

Disney Fantasy maintenance disrupts Port Canaveral sailings

The Disney Cruise Line announced several sailings in October and November were canceled over a ship that needs maintenance.

WATCH: Video shows Miami-Dade firefighters battle blaze inside MIA parking garage

A fire involving multiple vehicles broke out Wednesday in a parking garage near Miami International Airport, prompting closures and disruptions, officials said.

Winter storm disrupts holiday travel across US as millions hit the skies, roads

A powerful winter storm is disrupting holiday travel across large swaths of the United States this Christmas Eve, blanketing states from Massachusetts to Wisconsin, Michigan, and New York in snow.

Holiday travelers face parking challenges at FLL

Travelers heading to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport this holiday season should brace for potential parking challenges as garages fill up quickly amid a busy travel period.

MIA prepares for record Thanksgiving travel surge

As the Thanksgiving travel season kicks into high gear, Miami International Airport is bracing for record-breaking passenger numbers — and some unwelcome rankings.

Disney Cruise Line debuts its latest cruise ship, the Disney Treasure

Disney Cruise Line has welcomed its latest ship, the Disney Treasure in New York Harbor.

Royal Caribbean not cancelling Haiti stops after FAA flight ban

Travelers on Royal Caribbean cruise ships with itineraries including Labadee, Haiti will continue their trips as planned, according to the company.

Spirit Airlines prepares for bankruptcy protection

After reports of merger talks breaking down, Spirit Airlines in now filing for bankruptcy protection.

Martin County Commission set to meet Tuesday to discuss future of Brightline station

Martin County Commissioners are set to meet on Tuesday at 9 a.m. to discuss the future of a Brightline station on the Treasure Coast.

Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas sailing canceled for unplanned maintenance

The "World's Largest Cruise Ship" will undergo unplanned maintenance, and travelers will receive a refund for their canceled sailing.

Stuart City Commission stops plans for new Brightline station in its tracks

Plans for a new Brightline train stop on the way to South Florida have gotten a red light.

Southwest Airlines offers buy one, get one Companion Pass

Southwest Airlines is offering a promotion that would allow a passholder and a companion to fly nearly free for flights booked in early 2025.

Cybersecurity firm takes responsibility for tech outage, warns about ‘malicious activity’

CrowdStrike’s software update to Microsoft computers impacted the operations of American Airlines, Delta, United, Spirit, and Allegiant on Friday at Miami International Airport and Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport.

FAA works with airlines to recover from IT systems crash

Amid infrastructure woes, $600M approved for MIA fixes: ‘You will see a significant difference’

Miami-Dade Commissioners took swift action Wednesday to address malfunctioning escalators and elevators at Miami International Airport.

Severe weather causes multiple delays at FLL, MIA

Severe thunderstorms sweeping through South Florida have led to numerous flight delays and cancellations at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport on Wednesday morning.

Spirit Airlines pilot on flight to Fort Lauderdale instructs passengers to prepare for possible water landing

Passengers onboard a Spirit Airlines flight Sunday from Montego Bay, Jamaica, to Fort Lauderdale were instructed by the crew to prepare for a possible water landing.

Fun on cruise ships: Royal Caribbean presents a train-inspired restaurant

Royal Caribbean presented The Royal Railway, a restaurant concept inspired by the turn-of-the-century rail journeys. The interior has LED screens dressed by window frames to enhance the illusion.

Shark attack survivor wants Bahamas to stop treating ‘apex predators’ like ‘pets’

A patient who survived a shark attack in the Bahamas and his surgeons are set to talk to the public about his treatment on Thursday in West Palm Beach.

Delta Airlines set to update passenger boarding starting May 1

Delta Airlines is bringing back a familiar way to help customers board their flights beginning in May.

‘We were all on edge’: El Al plane takes off from Tel Aviv to Miami just before Iran’s attack

Yarden Ben-David said his cousin had dreamed of getting married since they were kids. The war in Gaza did not get in the way of his decision to travel to Israel to be with family. He celebrated her bachelorette on Wednesday in Hod HaSharon and her wedding on Friday at a kibbutz.