Carnival announces more ships to sail this fall as 'vaccinated cruises'
“Based on the success of our initial resumption of service and the guest response to the onboard experience, we will continue to operate all our ships as vaccinated cruises through at least October," the cruise line said.
Billboard shows Filipino fast-food chain 'Jollibee' is coming to Orlando soon
Originating from the Philippines, Jollibee is known for its fried chicken – called ‘Chickenjoy’ – and jolly spaghetti.
Rent prices on the rise in Florida
The cost of rent in Florida has increased more than any other place in the entire country. The company CoStar Group, Inc. says it has increased more than 15 percent since the beginning of this yea -- twice the national average.
Disney Dream returns to Port Canaveral after first test cruise
The Disney Dream’s return comes as a panel ruled to temporarily keep CDC COVID-19 pandemic restrictions on Florida-based cruise ships in place.
Gas prices pass $3 per gallon in Florida, AAA reports
The most expensive market in Florida is Panama City with a price of $3.14 per gallon reported.
Florida power company seeks approval to raise rates
The power company said that the rate increase would help pay for upgrades and solar-energy projects so it can keep up as Florida continues to grow.
Royal Caribbean singles out Florida as only state where vaccines are not required to sail
With Governor DeSantis' new law saying private businesses cannot require people to show proof of vaccinations, navigating the waters has been tricky.
Orlando Portillo's location to officially open on Tuesday
The chain is known for signature items like Chicago-style hot dogs, famous Italian beef sandwiches, char-grilled burgers, and famous chocolate cake.
AAA: Florida gas prices near $3 per gallon, most expensive cost since 2014
Florida drivers are now paying the most expensive prices at the pumps since November 2014.
Disney prepares for Epcot International Food and Wine Festival
Last year, the pandemic forced the annual event to be called the ‘Taste of Epcot’ because guests could only get a taste of normal Epcot offerings.
Florida's 'Freedom Week': No sales tax on live music, movies, events, and more
People can avoid paying sales taxes on tickets purchased for things like live music, annual passes, in-theater movies, and museums and state parks.
Norwegian Cruise Line announces 2021 return to Florida voyages
The cruise line said that they plan to set sail this summer with voyages from New York, Los Angeles, Port Canaveral, and Miami.
Mediation fails between Florida, CDC over cruise line lawsuit
Governor DeSantis signed a law that imposes a fine of $5,000 for each customer asked to provide proof of vaccination.
Why you should buy your July 4th fireworks now, expert explains
The fireworks industry is expecting a shortage during its busiest season of the year. Industry experts said that sales have been booming since the pandemic.
Waiting on the moving truck
New homeowner Brian Roland walked through his Lady Lake home. While there was very little furniture inside, he and his wife Debora didn't move there from California a day or two ago. They'd been there for about a month.
Controversial auto insurance bill on governor's desk
A controversial bill is awaiting a signature by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis to become law. Some industry experts say it could raise automobile insurance rates.
As summer approaches, pool owners face chlorine shortage
Throughout the pandemic, there have been many different shortages, but now chlorine can be added to that list.
Royal Caribbean submits test cruise plan to CDC for approval
One major cruise line has now submitted plans to the CDC in order to get back on the water.
Hand sanitizer recall expands again; testing detected methanol, FDA says
Substantial exposure to methanol can result in nausea, vomiting, headache, blurred vision, permanent blindness, seizures, coma, permanent damage to the nervous system or death, the FDA said in a news release.
CDC adds more COVID-19 guidelines for test cruises to follow
Cruises must look for symptoms or signs of COVID-19 and screen passengers to see if they have been in contact with someone who has tested positive.