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Wilmington Fliers Gain Two New Avelo Airlines Nonstop Destinations
Local travelers are gaining two new options with Avelo Airlines, which will be adding nonstop services from Wilmington to Atlanta and Chicago early next year, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The new route from Wilmington Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport will begin service on Feb. 12, while the flight to Chicago…
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Philadelphia Airport Sees Flight Cuts Ahead of Holiday Travel Season
A 10 percent cut in flights out of Philadelphia International Airport began Friday and is expected to cause disruptions ahead of a busy holiday travel season, writes Nick Vadala, Brett Sholtis, and Henry Savage for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The reductions are an FAA austerity measure to cope with the federal government shutdown and a growing…
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Philadelphia is Among America’s Top Travel Destinations, Here’s Why
Philadelphia is one of the greatest cities in America and among the top travel destinations for a variety of reasons, writes Allie Forge for PhillyBite Magazine. With a rich history, numerous landmarks, and great culture, the city has something to offer just about everyone. Philly’s history is on full display in the city’s Historic District.…
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Delta’s Lounges Are Getting Too Crowded So It’s Upping the Game
Delta Airlines is a victim of its own success, and its airport lounges are getting crowded, writes Nick Lichtenberg for Fortune. Its concept of the premium traveler has been broadened over the years, allowing more and more people access to its Sky Clubs, including one operating out of Philadelphia International Airport. Now it’s trying to…
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Philadelphia International Airport Ranks Among Ten Most Expensive in U.S.
Philadelphia International Airport is ranked among the ten most expensive airports in the United States, specifically during the summer months, writes Claudia Dimuro for the Harrisburg Patriot-News. A study by Nationwide Vehicle Contracts identified the local airport as the seventh priciest for parking, citing an average weekend cost of $14.57. The top three most expensive…
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Norwegian Cruise Line Announces Extended Philadelphia Stay for Norwegian Pearl
Norwegian Cruise Line, which made its Philadelphia return in 2024, has announced that it is extending the Norwegian Pearl’s stay in the city, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The cruise line will be lengthening the Norwegian Pearl’s Philadelphia stay through October 2027, which offers a glimmer of hope behind the city’s prospects…
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Spanish Airline Iberia to Offer Philadelphia-Madrid Flights at PHL
The Spanish airline Iberia is warming up its investors to news that it will be coming on board at Philadelphia International Airport sometime in the next few years, with plans to add flights there, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Spain-based airline is taking advantage of a new PHL incentive program and…
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Two Bucks County Airports Receive Over $2 Million in Funds for Improvement Projects
Two Bucks County airports have been awarded more than $2 million in state grants for facility improvements, infrastructure preservation, and development projects, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The Quakertown Airport will receive $1.1 million, while the Doylestown Airport will get in excess of $1 million, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. The Quakertown…
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American Airlines to Debut New Business-Class Lounge at Philadelphia International Airport This Month
American Airlines expects to debut its new business-class lounge at Philadelphia International Airport on schedule sometime later this May, writes Sean Cudahy for The Points Guy. The premium lounge will be located in the A-West terminal of the airport, near the area where many of the carrier’s international flights depart from. During the company’s first-quarter…
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New LED Lights on New Hope-Lambertville Bridge Debut
Earlier this week, the New Hope-Lambertville Bridge debuted its newly installed LED architectural lights, transforming the structure into a vibrant spectacle on the Delaware River, writes Aziza Shuler and Jon Claudio for CBS News Philadelphia. Tuesday was much more than a light show – it was a celebration of the bridge connecting two charming small…
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State, Local Police Target Aggressive Drivers on Route 1
State and local police began cracking down on aggressive driving along U.S. Route 1 through the Philadelphia region on March 28, writes Dan Stamm for NBC 10 Philadelphia. The roads under the eye of law enforcement pass through Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties and include Roosevelt Boulevard, City Avenue, Baltimore Pike, Lincoln Highway,…
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Meet Tugboat Captain Mike Vinik, Who Led Relocation of SS United States from Philadelphia to Alabama
Captain Mike Vinik was responsible for leading the massive operation to relocate the historic SS United States — his favorite ship — from its longtime home in Philadelphia to Alabama, where it will prepare to become the largest artificial reef in the world, writes Jared Williams for Get the Coast. Following the successful towing of…
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NTSB Provides Details on Jan. 31 Northeast Philadelphia Medical Jet Crash in New Report
Nearly six weeks after a medical jet crash claimed the lives of 7 people in Northeast Philadelphia, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has released a preliminary report that provides further details, writes Brian Brant for People. Among the key findings of the report is that the jet’s cockpit voice recorder didn’t record the crash…
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SS United States’ Move to Be Delayed Once Again At Behest of the Coast Guard
The SS United States’ move from South Philadelphia to Mobile, Alabama, has been delayed again with no new move date confirmed as of this writing, writes Ximena Conde for The Philadelphia Inquirer. While it was reported that the move could take place last week, it was canceled at the behest of the U.S. Coast Guard.…
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SS United States Finally Ready to Leave Its Philadelphia Home of Nearly Three Decades
The SS United States, which has been deemed seaworthy by the Coast Guard, may soon depart its longtime home at Pier 82 in South Philadelphia — where it has been docked for nearly three decades — and embark on a journey to Florida, writes Ximena Conde for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The former cruise liner was…
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Wilmington Airport Anticipates Passenger Growth as Avelo Airlines Further Expands Flight Options
Wilmington Airport officials anticipate continued passenger growth as Avelo Airlines keeps adding more flights to meet the rising demand, writes Madeleine Overturf for Coast TV. This month, the airline is celebrating two years since it launched at Wilmington Airport. In the past 24 months, Avelo has operated over 3,800 flights with more than 530,000 travelers. …
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Philadelphia Named Among the Cheapest Places to Travel in 2025
While travel can be expensive, the demand continues to boom with around 5.2 billion people expected to fly this year. For those looking to book their vacation plans on a budget, there are several deals and budgets available for if you’re traveling within the United States or abroad, such as Philadelphia, writes Lauren Dana Ellman…
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Pennsylvania Ranks in Lower Half Among Best States to Drive
To the little surprise of local drivers, Pennsylvania ranked in the lower half of a recently released report on the best states to drive in 2025, writes Ashley Adams for The Keystone. Financial planning website WalletHub placed the Keystone State at No. 36 on its Best and Worst States to Drive in 2025 list. To…
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