Trump issues travel ban affecting 19 countries, including Haiti, Cuba and Venezuela
In a breaking announcement Wednesday night, President Donald Trump unveiled a sweeping new travel ban affecting 19 countries, citing national security concerns.
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U.S. warns Americans not to travel to Venezuela
The U.S. State Department is warning citizens not to travel to Venezuela, warning of “severe risks” including wrongful detention, kidnapping and torture.
Attention travelers: It’s REAL ID time in the U.S.
Travelers who do not have a REAL ID while flying in the United States will have a longer screening at airports nationwide.
Trump offers cash, travel assistance to undocumented migrants who self-deport
President Donald Trump is trying to accelerate his mass deportation plan, offering cash and travel assistance to undocumented migrants who self-deport.
Real ID requirement takes effect May 7
U.S. travelers must be REAL ID compliant to board domestic flights and access certain federal facilities.
Southwest Airlines now has four fare bundle options
Southwest Airlines makes updates to fare bundles, giving travelers four options.
A FedEx Cargo flight makes emergency landing after a bird strike
A FedEx cargo plane traveling from Newark to Indianapolis hit a bird during takeoff Saturday morning, officials said. That strike damaged one…
Tate brothers fly to South Florida after restrictions lifted
Influencer brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate, who are charged with human trafficking in Romania, arrived Thursday in South Florida after authorities lifted…
Some Canadians are crossing off Florida on their travel list
About 3.3 million Canadians flocked to Florida in 2024, roughly 2% of total visitors, according to Visit Florida.
Plane with 10 people aboard reported missing in Alaska, 3rd major US aviation incident in 8 days
Searchers flew over stretches of ice-covered seas and scoured miles of frozen tundra Friday for any sign of a plane that went…
New year brings new Real ID travel requirement for flights
Beginning May 7, travelers will need a Real ID on their driver’s license to get through TSA and board a flight.
Unknown Virus Rampages in China; Hospitals Utterly Overwhelmed
One blogger in China said, this isn’t China’s Spring Festival travel rush; this is China’s children’s hospital.Another blogger shared: the places crowded…
Millions hitting South Florida roads and airports during last holiday travel weekend
Two men arrested in Hialeah after 14-mile chase of car stolen from home in South Miami | Quickcast
Two 19-year-olds were arrested Monday and two others are being sought in Hialeah following a pursuit of a vehicle stolen 14 miles…
Don’t fall for TSA PreCheck scams this holiday season
Scammers are exploiting travelers who want or have the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) PreCheck this holiday season.
MIA says passengers should brace for record Thanksgiving travel surge
Clear skies and a bustling atmosphere greet Thanksgiving travelers heading out of South Florida, where airports are preparing for a surge of…
U.S. airlines required to automatically refund fliers for significant disruptions
Airlines are now required to issue refunds for disruptions, even without a customer request—a significant change ahead of the busy holiday travel…
SpaceX catches Starship rocket booster in historic test launch
SpaceX launched its fifth test flight of its Starship rocket on Sunday and made a dramatic first catch of the rocket’s more…
Hurricane Helene is now a cat 3 storm barreling through the Gulf of Mexico toward FL | Quickcast
Hurricane Helene strengthened to a dangerous major storm Thursday as it continued becoming more powerful in the Gulf of Mexico on a…
Severe weather concerns as millions travel for holiday weekend
More dangerous weather is possible after tornadoes hit the Dakotas, with millions under threat of severe storms through the weekend. The TSA…
Protests erupt as crisis in Venezuela continues, opponents disputing election results
Protestors took to the streets of Venezuela and other nations– as millions dispute the election results claiming embattled president Nicolas Maduro won…
Debby brings heavy rain, flash flooding to parts of Florida, causes travel delays
Tropical Storm Debby slammed Florida’s Big Bend coast as it sweeps toward the East. Heavy rains, flooding and travel delays are still…
Spectacular Opening Ceremony kicks off Paris Olympics
Under tight security, the Olympic Ceremony kicked off the Paris Olympics, with LeBron James and Coco Gauff the flag bearers for Team…
Hurricane Beryl bears down on Jamaica as a category four storm | Quickcast
Hurricane Beryl was roaring by Jamaica on Wednesday, with islanders scrambling to make preparations after the powerful Category 4 storm killed at…
U.S. State Department issues alert over Haiti unrest
The U.S. State Department has issued a travel safety alert over the unrest in the country of Haiti.
Measles outbreak: Florida reports 10 cases, most in Broward.
The Florida Department of Health reported a 10th travel-related measles case that isn’t related to the 9 cases at a public school…
U.S. updates travel advisories to Jamaica, Bahamas
The U.S. State Department updated theiir travel advisories to Bahamas and Jamaica.
Mayor Suarez avoids questions on foreign travel, FBI probe
Miami Mayor Francis Suarez faces questions about federal investigations, foreign travel and other City Hall scandals at a press conference.
Riders taking part in Wheels Up, Guns Down travel through Miami-Dade streets
Bike riders again defied law enforcement warnings Monday and participated in the annual Wheels Up, Guns Down ride Monday.
Mayor Suarez avoids questions on foreign travel, FBI probe
Miami Mayor Francis Suarez faces questions about federal investigations, foreign travel and other City Hall scandals at a press conference.
AAA predicts record breaking travel over July 4 holiday
Austin Carter reports AAA is forecasting more than 2.8 million Floridians will take at least one trip of 50 miles or more,…
Hundreds travel to Israel to celebrate 75 years of independence
Hundreds of South Florida resident traveled to Israel in preparation for a grand celebration to commemorate 75 years of independence.
Woman warns others after nightmare experience at unlicensed surgical recovery home
South Florida has seen an increase in the number of unlicensed and unregulated homes advertising post-operative care as more people travel to…
Travel headaches continue for some in South Florida
Some travelers are dealing with reimbursement issues with Southwest Airlines.
South Florida airports deal with delays following FAA computer outage
Air travel was disrupted on Wednesday morning after all domestic planes were grounded following a major computer outage at the Federal Aviation…
Travelers at Miami International Airport dealing with delays following FAA computer outage
Air travel was disrupted on Wednesday morning after all domestic planes were grounded following a major computer outage at the Federal Aviation…
IT outage causes frustration for FLL passengers
An IT outrage has left FLL travelers in a frenzy Saturday morning just before New Year’s Eve.
Travel troubles continue for Southwest Airline customers at South Florida airports
As cancellations continue, many Southwest customers are frustrated after being stranded at FLL airport
Travelers at MIA experiencing cancellations, delays due to winter storm ahead of holidays
As South Florida prepares for a winter storm, travelers at MIA are experiencing delays and cancellations.
FLL officials urging travelers to arrive early as winter storm emerges
As a severe winter storm emerges throughout the country, FLL officials are urging customers to arrive early and plan ahead.
MIA and FLL airport expecting huge increase in travelers before holidays
MIA and FLL airport are advising customers that this season could have record travel numbers before the holidays.
CDC Ends Country-By-Country COVID Travel Restrictions
New Coconut Grove restaurant harkens back to ‘golden age’ of travel
The Bayshore Club is Coconut Grove’s latest waterfront restaurant, serving up beautiful views and tasty dishes.
What Spirit-JetBlue merger could mean for travelers, South Florida
After a months-long bidding war, JetBlue Airways has agreed to buy South Florida-based Spirit Airlines for $3.8 billion and create the nation’s…
Young Surfer Has Fun Encounter With A Manatee In Florida
A young boy was approached by a manatee while surfing during a family vacation near Ft. Pierce.
Americans Looking Up To Space Again
From telescope purchases to star-gazing themed travel, America has a renewed interest in the space above them.#cbsnewsmiami #space #astronomy #nasa #stars #stargazing…
South Florida Travel Woes Mount Ahead Of 4th Of July Weekend
Airport delays at Miami and Ft. Lauderdale and high gas prices are making for difficult travel on 4th of July weekend.
MIA communications director talks busy Fourth of July travel weekend
Greg Chin says the airport has been seeing record travel since the winter holidays.
Disney rolls out its $109K trip to visit all parks
The ultimate Disney vacation.
