Travel
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Halloway Rail Adds New Luxury Train Journeys Across the U.S.
Conshohocken’s Mike Avena is redefining train travel in the U.S. with Halloway Rail, writes Evie Carrick for Travel + Leisure. The luxury rail line is expanding its lineup of journeys, offering travelers a high-end experience aboard private rail cars attached to traditional Amtrak routes. Following an initial launch earlier this year, Halloway Rail has added…
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That $1,000 Bus Ticket Between Wilmington and Philly Is Not What It Seems
A $1,000 roundtrip ticket for a Wilmington-Philadelphia bus ride is causing confusion, writes Abigail Covington for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The option shows up in search results for American Airlines flights between the two airports. American doesn’t want you buying that ticket for just a bus trip. It’s one part of a longer trip The…
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Airport Just Outside of Bucks County Unaffected by TSA Staffing Shortages
While Philadelphia International Airport has had to temporarily close security checkpoints due to TSA staffing shortages, the Trenton-Mercer Airport has continued to operate as usual, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. TSA staffing shortages have persisted as a result of the current partial government shutdown, resulting in longer wait times for flyers. According to Sam Weiss, deputy director of communication for Mercer…
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Here’s How TSA Shortages Are Playing Out at Philadelphia Airport
Passengers at Philadelphia International Airport are moving through security lines smoothly despite a month-old partial federal government shutdown that has caused TSA employee shortages, writes Briana Smith for 6abc. About 60,000 TSA employees nationwide are required to remain on the job but don’t get paid during the shutdown. Hundreds of TSA officers have quit since…
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We Are Not Alone: Chester Counties Beyond Pennsylvania
Our Chester County is a place where locals and visitors enjoy living, working, and playing. While not the largest county in Pennsylvania, it is the wealthiest, leading to an influx of people who cherish its business opportunities, historic landmarks, nature, and more. But there are other Chester Counties, one in Tennessee and the other in South Carolina. Each county has a special connection to…
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Four Seasons Philadelphia Unveils New $25K-Per-Night Sky Garden Penthouse Suite
Four Seasons Philadelphia at the Comcast Technology Center has unveiled a new collection of rooms on the 45th floor, including a Sky Garden penthouse suite that is priced at $25,000 per night, writes Michael Tanenbaum for PhillyVoice. In addition to the 4,000-square-foot penthouse suite with a private terrace, the Sky Garden features four guest rooms…
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No Real ID? Prepare for New $45 Airport Fee in February
Travelers without a Real ID will face a $45 surcharge to board flights starting next month, which is double the fee that was originally projected by the Transportation Security Administration, writes Jason Lalljee for AXIOS. The $45 fee provides coverage for ten days, after which travelers must pay it again. The TSA “will refer all…
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Discover Some of the Best Airbnbs in Philadelphia
While Philadelphia has many excellent Airbnb choices ready for the busy 2026 season, some stand out for their exceptional amenities, decor, and prime location, write Maddy Sweitzer-Lamme and Jessica Sulima for Condé Nast Traveler. Whether visitors are coming to celebrate America’s 250th birthday, the FIFA World Cup, NCAA March Madness, the MLB All-Star Game, or…
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Philadelphia Airport in Top 10 for Longest Departure Taxi Times
More time is spent these days on airport departures and arrivals, writes Andy Medici for Philadelphia Business Journal. The average departure taxi time increased from 17.82 minutes in 2019 to 18.26 minutes in 2024 at 83 major U.S. airports. Philadelphia International Airport ranked 10th for longest average departure taxi times in 2024, according to a…
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New Seven-Year Agreement Anchors Return of Cruising to Philadelphia with New Terminal
A 15.5-acre site recently acquired along the Delaware River will become the location of a Norwegian Cruise Line terminal, as the Port of Philadelphia moves forward with a seven-year deal that will bring cruises back to the city as a home port, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The agreement with the Miami-based…
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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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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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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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JetBlue’s Nonstop Route Between PHL and Florida is Back
This summer will see the return of JetBlue Airways’ nonstop flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Fort Lauderdale’s Hollywood International Airport, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. This flight is one of only two routes from JetBlue out of Philadelphia. Beginning July 3, the round-trip flight will take place twice a day.…
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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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Truckzilla Detour Wreaks Havoc in Prospect Park Neighborhood
Prospect Park Police say big rig Truckzillas unable to fit under the Route 420 bridge are navigating alternate neighborhood streets badly, creating damage along the way. “I’ve been living here for decades, and it happens way too often,” said Debbie Melbourne. The police are working to get control of these ‘Truckzillas,’ writes Beccah Hendrickson for…
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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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