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Coast Guard Says Progress Has Been Made to Make Sure SS United States Leaves Philly Waters Safely
The Coast Guard has confirmed that progress has been made to ensure the SS United States can safely leave Philadelphia waters after months of delays, writes Joe Holden for CBS News Philadelphia. According to sources, that was the last hurdle left to clear before allowing the ship to relocate. As a result, the historic vessel…
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Spirit Airlines Cuts Back Popular Flights Out of Philadelphia Airport
Spirit Airlines is cutting back some of its most popular flights at Philadelphia International Airport next month, according to data from Cirium, an aviation analytics company. Over 100 flights will be cut in February at PHL compared to the same time last year, writes Ariana Perez-Castells for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Spirit will offer less frequent…
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The Best Airbnbs in Philadelphia, According to Condé Nast Traveler
If you’re looking for an Airbnb in Philadelphia, you are bound to find one whether it’s in a historic row home or spread out across a modern apartment, writes Maddy Sweitzer-Lamme for Condé Nast Traveler. Old City is a nice option if you’re looking for an Airbnb. There, you can find one of Philly’s classic…
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SS United States’ Move from Philadelphia Now Has a New Concern
The SS United States was supposed to move from its longtime home in South Philadelphia last month until the move was halted due to storms in the Gulf of Mexico. Nearly a month later, a new concern has surfaced as it pertains to moving the massive 900-foot long vessel, writes Joe Holden for CBS News…
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Philadelphia Relic Named Most Popular Abandoned Building in the World
A couple months ago, unoccupied house insurance experts at Alan Boswell Group released its list of the most famous and popular abandoned buildings across the world, and a Philadelphia building is atop the list, writes Stacey Leasca for Travel + Leisure. That building is the Eastern State Penitentiary in Fairmount, often described as America’s most…
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Amtrak Sets New All-Time Record for Number of Passengers
This year has been a record-breaking one for Amtrak as the national passenger railroad company saw its highest ridership numbers ever, writes Chris Morris for Fortune. Amtrak announced that it saw 32.8 million passengers taking trips on its trains in its 2024 fiscal year. That represents a 15 percent increase over its 2023 numbers, and…
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Frontier Airlines Brings ‘Ultimate Game of Hide and Seek’ to Philadelphia Travelers
For its latest giveaway, Frontier Airlines took to the streets of Philadelphia to hide five green piggy banks with a $1,000 flight voucher and membership in the carrier’s Discount Den, writes Analisa Romano for the Philadelphia Business Journal. “It’s the ultimate game of hide and seek for travelers in the Philadelphia area,” said the carrier. …
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Norwegian Cruise Line to Make Philadelphia Its New Homeport in 2026
In 2026, Norwegian Cruise Line will become the first cruise line to sail from Philadelphia in years, writes Alison Fox for Travel + Leisure. That year, the cruise line will sail to Bermuda, Canada, and New England. The Norwegian Jewel kicks off its voyages on April 16, 2026, offering seven- to nine-day trips to Bermuda.…
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Plans to Move SS United States Friday Delayed by Tropical Storm
Plans to move the SS United States out of Philadelphia Friday that would have temporarily closed the Commodore Barry Bridge in Chester have been delayed, reports 6abc. The vessel was originally scheduled to leave its South Philadelphia dock for a final voyage to Florida Nov. 15 at low tide. Traffic on the Commodore Barry Bridge and the…
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SS United States to Depart From South Philly Pier Starting Nov. 14
The SS United States will be departing from Pier 82 in South Philadelphia over two days: November 14-15, writes Tom Dougherty for CBS News Philadelphia. The iconic ocean liner will first be moving to a docking area in Mobile, Alabama. Okaloosa County, Florida, recently acquired the SS United States in a $10 million transaction and…
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Harriett’s Bookshop is Raising Funds to Send 10 Philly Youth to Study Abroad This Fall
Harriett’s Bookshop owner Jeannine A. Cook is aiming to send 10 North Philadelphia youth to study abroad in Paris this fall, writes Shara Dae Howard for KYW Newsradio. Cook’s reasoning is because of her understanding that there are kids that would otherwise rarely get such a life-changing opportunity. Just like the bookshop itself, Harriet Tubman…
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Airport Hopes Strong Business Travel Will Follow Summer Leisure
Philadelphia International Airport has seen a post-pandemic rebound on its summer leisure travel numbers, close to and even surpassing pre-pandemic values. Those numbers are expected to stay strong through September, said Atif Saeed, CEO of the city’s Department of Aviation, overseeing PHL and Northeast Philadelphia Airport. Now it’s focusing on boosting business travel, write Emma…
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Avelo Airlines Offering More Options to Local Travelers with Two New Nonstop Routes
Avelo Airlines will offer even more options to local travelers with two new nonstop routes it is adding to its winter schedule at Wilmington Airport, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The low-cost carrier based in Houston will start flying biweekly to Concord-Padgett Regional Airport outside Charlotte, North Carolina, and Lakeland Linder International…
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Four Major Bridges in Philadelphia Area To See Toll Increases
Four major bridges in the Philadelphia area are expected to see toll increases as soon as next month, according to a staff report from the WHYY. Last week, the Delaware River Port Authority’s Finance Committee moved forward with its new toll schedule. The plan, which will be voted on by the Board of Commissioners on…
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American’s Most Exclusive Lounge Is Coming to Philadelphia International Airport
There are two new American Airlines lounges opening next year at Philadelphia International Airport. One of those will be American’s Flagship Lounge, the most exclusive offering available, writes Emma Dooling for Philadelphia Business Journal. PHL’s largest carrier is opening a premium Flagship Lounge and another Admirals Club in Terminal A-West. The Flagship Lounge will be…
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Philadelphia is One of the Most Affordable Places to Travel in the U.S.
Finding affordable places to travel in the United States can be difficult. When planning a trip, the expenses that go along with booking the flight and hotel, and paying for food and activities, can be quite overwhelming. Condé Nast Traveler has compiled a list of 10 fun and affordable U.S. cities for travelers of all…
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Local Brazilian Expats Offer Travel Tips for Eagles Fans Planning to Head to São Paulo for Season Opener
Many Philadelphia Eagles fans are getting ready to follow the Birds to São Paulo this fall for the season opener against the Green Bay Packers, and local Brazilian expats were happy to share their insider travel tips with them, writes Regan Stephens for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The first important detail is that the game is…
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Local Brazilian Expats Offer Travel Tips for Eagles Fans Planning to Head to São Paulo for Season Opener
Many Philadelphia Eagles fans are getting ready to follow the Birds to São Paulo this fall for the season opener against the Green Bay Packers, and local Brazilian expats were happy to share their insider travel tips with them, writes Regan Stephens for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The first important detail is that the game is…
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