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Families return home as post-Thanksgiving travel rush amps up
Read full article: Families return home as post-Thanksgiving travel rush amps upNearly 82 million Americans are making their way home following Thanksgiving celebrations, with Sunday marking the busiest return travel day of the holiday period, according to AAA.
Travelers share post-Thanksgiving experiences at Jacksonville International Airport as they head back home
Read full article: Travelers share post-Thanksgiving experiences at Jacksonville International Airport as they head back homeNow that Thanksgiving has come and gone, many people are traveling back home, which usually means more cars on the road and busier airports, including Jacksonville International Airport. When News4JAX arrived at the airport, it was business as usual inside, with more flights arriving than departing on Friday night after Thanksgiving.
13,000 will fly out of JAX today and millions of Floridians will be on the road this weekend. What you need to know.
Read full article: 13,000 will fly out of JAX today and millions of Floridians will be on the road this weekend. What you need to know.The holiday travel rush is here, with thousands of people expected to fly out of Jacksonville International Airport on Wednesday.
Planning a trip? News4JAX asked AI to plan a holiday-themed day in Northeast Florida. Here’s the full itinerary
Read full article: Planning a trip? News4JAX asked AI to plan a holiday-themed day in Northeast Florida. Here’s the full itineraryIf you are planning a trip for Thanksgiving, using a vacation itinerary generated by artificial intelligence may be a good option for you. In fact, using AI to plan vacations is becoming more and more common. News4JAX wanted to put AI to the test and asked ChatGPT to plan a holiday-themed day in Northeast Florida for one day.
How exactly to plan the ultimate girls trip to Las Vegas
Read full article: How exactly to plan the ultimate girls trip to Las VegasLas Vegas is a classic U.S. travel destination. It’s vibrant, usually packed with people, larger than life, and there’s likely something to do for ANY personality type -- even if you’re not all that into gambling or drinking.

Chicago with the kids: 5 ways to make it a perfect trip to the Windy City
Read full article: Chicago with the kids: 5 ways to make it a perfect trip to the Windy CityWhether you’re just a road trip away from Chicago, you go there on business every so often, or you’d love to visit someday, it’s truly a fantastic city, with so much to offer.
There’s a cool cave in Croatia where you can sip wine and forget about your problems
Read full article: There’s a cool cave in Croatia where you can sip wine and forget about your problemsWhen life gets too stressful, imaging that you're on vacation at an exotic remote location while drinking copious amounts of wine can be the best medicine for getting through a rough day.
You can book a stay at Tony Stark’s cabin right now
Read full article: You can book a stay at Tony Stark’s cabin right nowAs we continue to mourn Iron Man (we’ll never really stop, will we?), there’s some good news for die-hard fans of “Avengers: Endgame”: The last place Tony Stark called home, and his funeral site (RIP Tony!) is up for grabs on Airbnb.

5 places that aren’t on your California bucket list, but they will be after you read this
Read full article: 5 places that aren’t on your California bucket list, but they will be after you read thisRaise your hand if you’re excited for a trip this year, or you’re planning on taking a vacation in the near future.
5 convincing reasons why you should visit Colorado for your next trip
Read full article: 5 convincing reasons why you should visit Colorado for your next tripThere seems to be a buzz in the air -- on social media and in person, more and more people are chatting about the places they’ll go, now that the COVID-19 vaccine is readily available and the world of travel is reopening to the masses.
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Jacksonville’s growth taking off: Local favorites to be highlighted at new airport concourse as city redevelopment booms
Read full article: Jacksonville’s growth taking off: Local favorites to be highlighted at new airport concourse as city redevelopment boomsTravelers passing through Jacksonville International Airport in just over a year will get more than a seat on their flight — they’ll get a taste of the city itself.
18-year-old Titusville student identified as passenger who died on Carnival cruise ship
Read full article: 18-year-old Titusville student identified as passenger who died on Carnival cruise shipAn 18-year-old Titusville student has been identified as the passenger who died over the weekend while traveling on a Carnival cruise ship, according to ABC News.
Flight cancellations and delays escalate as FAA cuts take effect. Here’s the latest on how JAX is affected
Read full article: Flight cancellations and delays escalate as FAA cuts take effect. Here’s the latest on how JAX is affectedThe Federal Aviation Administration's order to scale back flights nationwide because of the government shutdown started Friday.
What Jacksonville travelers need to know about 10% reduction in flights caused by government shutdown
Read full article: What Jacksonville travelers need to know about 10% reduction in flights caused by government shutdownWhile Jacksonville International Airport is not on the list of 40 airports affected by the 10% reduction, a trickledown is expected because of reductions at important hubs like Atlanta, Houston and Miami.
How a potential government shutdown could affect travel if TSA workers must go without pay
Read full article: How a potential government shutdown could affect travel if TSA workers must go without payDemocratic and Republican congressional leaders are heading to the White House in a late effort to avoid a government shutdown.
‘It’s the history’: Tourism drives St. Augustine’s economy year-round, fueling billions in revenue
Read full article: ‘It’s the history’: Tourism drives St. Augustine’s economy year-round, fueling billions in revenueIn the nation’s oldest city, tourism continues to be the essence of the local economy, and it’s booming year-round.
Small fee increase on tap for St. Augustine vacation rentals after city commissioners unanimously approve raise
Read full article: Small fee increase on tap for St. Augustine vacation rentals after city commissioners unanimously approve raiseThe city of St. Augustine has approved a small increase in fees for vacation rental owners, a move that is intended to cover administrative costs and affects about 820 active short-term rentals in the area.
FlyFit: Program of simple exercises you can do while sitting keeps blood flowing during travel
Read full article: FlyFit: Program of simple exercises you can do while sitting keeps blood flowing during travelIf you’re planning to catch a flight soon, it’s important to know some simple exercises you can do while sitting.
Sick of having to take off your shoes in airport security? We’ve got some good news
Read full article: Sick of having to take off your shoes in airport security? We’ve got some good newsAfter nearly two decades of having to remove your shoes before going through security at airports, you no longer have to do so. The nationwide policy change is now in effect at all airports, including JAX.
Record-setting 4th of July travel period ends with 72 million travelers; JAX passengers see smooth experience
Read full article: Record-setting 4th of July travel period ends with 72 million travelers; JAX passengers see smooth experienceThe holiday weekend has come to a close, wrapping up a record-setting travel period for the Fourth of July that saw AAA forecast more than 72 million people to travel by air or car.
Showers, thunderstorms moving through Northeast Florida
Read full article: Showers, thunderstorms moving through Northeast FloridaA developing tropical disturbance over Florida could bring heavy rain and possible flooding, putting July 4th travel plans at risk. Track the latest forecast and tips from News4JAX’s Weather Authority team.
Bored New City of the South?: Jacksonville ranked as most boring city in the country, study finds
Read full article: Bored New City of the South?: Jacksonville ranked as most boring city in the country, study findsJacksonville, which is the largest city by area in the United States, is home to a professional sports team, a plethora of golf courses, and long stretches of beaches. Unfortunately, one study conducted by FinanceBuzz deemed it all irrelevant, listing the 904 as the most boring city in the country based on multiple factors, including population makeup, culinary scene, outdoor activities, nightlife, celebrations, and overall things to do.
Friday expected to be busiest travel day as nearly 40 million drivers hit the road for Memorial Day weekend
Read full article: Friday expected to be busiest travel day as nearly 40 million drivers hit the road for Memorial Day weekendAAA says the best time to drive Friday is before 11 a.m. On Sunday, it is better to drive before 1 p.m. and before 2 p.m. on Monday.
Morgan & Morgan to represent ‘several’ people affected by Jacksonville airport garage fire
Read full article: Morgan & Morgan to represent ‘several’ people affected by Jacksonville airport garage fireAs Memorial Day approaches, the travel experience at Jacksonville International Airport was relatively unaffected Thursday by the fire that broke out in the hourly garage nearly one week ago.
As FAA staffing shortages hit airports nationwide. Is Jacksonville’s tower fully staffed?
Read full article: As FAA staffing shortages hit airports nationwide. Is Jacksonville’s tower fully staffed?The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) continues to grapple with a nationwide shortage of critical aviation personnel, a crisis that’s impacting air travel across the country. At major hubs like Newark International Airport, the shortage of air traffic controllers has already led to significant operational changes, including a cap on hourly flights, now limited to 56 per hour, down from 70.
Hot car warning & other safety tips for traveling with children, pets during spring, summer vacation
Read full article: Hot car warning & other safety tips for traveling with children, pets during spring, summer vacationNational Kids and Pets Day on Saturday serves as a reminder of the dangers they face in cars, especially as families prepare to drive for spring or summer vacations.
Florida House approves bill to shift ‘bed tax’ money from tourism marketing to property tax relief
Read full article: Florida House approves bill to shift ‘bed tax’ money from tourism marketing to property tax reliefThe Florida House on Friday approved a $5.008 billion tax package after making a change to a controversial proposal about shifting money collected for tourism marketing.
Big changes taking off at JAX with 6 new gates and a multi-million dollar parking garage
Read full article: Big changes taking off at JAX with 6 new gates and a multi-million dollar parking garageThe long-anticipated Concourse B will introduce six new gates to the airport’s existing 20, enhancing operations and efficiency. The changes also include a new multi-million-dollar parking garage.
