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Thousands of travelers were temporarily stranded over the weekend, as Southwest Airlines canceled or delayed hundreds of flights at some of America’s busiest airports. The airlines and the Federal Aviation Administration cited a few factors for the chaos. Military training and inclement weather were two…
Read More Southwest Airlines Cancels Hundreds Of Flights Because Of Florida Disruption, Speculation On Vaccine-Mandate Protest
If you’re thinking about buying a timeshare, beware. Many people consider the option as they think it’s a good way to save money on their vacations each year. And while some timeshares do offer value for money, there is also the risk of falling into…
Read More How To Avoid A Timeshare Scam
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on Americans’ travel plans. New data shows that a growing number of travelers are turning to travel insurance to protect their vacation investments and health while traveling. According to a recent AAA Travel survey, one-third (31%) of…
Read More Pandemic Prompts More Americans to Consider Travel Insurance
TAMPA, FL. – Tampa International Airport and its tenants on Wednesday are looking to hire approximately 950 positions in the airport’s largest and broadest hiring day yet. More than 30 companies will look to meet the needs of TPA’s rapidly growing passenger numbers, filling a wide…
Read More TPA To Host Largest Hiring Day Event Yet To Help Meet Growing Passenger Demand
TAMPA, FL. – Tampa International Airport on Thursday announced the addition of a brand new airline and a never-before-served route to New Haven, Connecticut. Starting Nov. 15, TPA’s first and only nonstop to New Haven will launch on Avelo Airlines, a carrier that debuted in the…
Read More TPA To Add New Airline And A New Nonstop Destination
Harry Wilmerding Aboard an almost fully vaccinated Carnival cruise ship, 27 people tested positive for COVID-19 on Tuesday just before arriving in Belize City, according to the Belize Tourism Board. While crew members are 99.8% vaccinated, 26 of the positive cases were among them, the…
Read More 27 People Aboard Almost Fully Vaccinated Cruise Ship Test Positive For COVID-19
TAMPA, FL. – Tampa International Airport is reminding all passengers and guests that face coverings continue to be required by federal mandate during travel despite recent CDC changes. In recent weeks, TPA has seen an increase in the number of passengers and guests who are…
Read More Tampa International Airport Reminds Fliers And Guests, Mask Are Still Mandatory
After more than six months of suspended service to Tampa International Airport’s largest international destination, nonstop flights to Canada will return on July 17 with the resumption of service to Toronto aboard Air Canada. Air Canada last offered limited seasonal flights from Toronto between October 2020 and January…
Read More First Canadian Flights Resume At Tampa International Airport
Tampa International Airport’s tenants are looking to fill more than 150 available positions at a Hiring Day on July 13 to meet growing demand at its increasingly busy shops and restaurants. Available positions include opportunities ranging from cooks, baristas, cashiers and management positions. Qualified applicants…
Read More Tampa International Airport To Fill 150 Positions, Meet Increased Travel Demand
TAMPA, FL. – Tampa International Airport will resume operations earlier than expected, at 8:30 a.m., after temporarily halting all flights due to Tropical Storm Elsa. TPA’s Operations team made the determination to open early after evaluating the airfield and airport facilities for storm damage from…
Read More Tampa International Airport To Resume Operations After Elsa