The Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport is the latest to roll out CLEAR biometric eGates at the Transportation Security Administration’s security checkpoints. Launched Oct. 24, the new eGates use real-time facial recognition technology to verify travelers’ identities by matching their facial image with their ID and boarding pass. According to CLEAR, the TSA retains full control […]
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What does the future look like for CVG?
Since becoming CEO of Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, Larry Krauter has pursued a forward-looking vision when leading the region’s most significant economic asset. Krauter assumed the reins from longtime executive Candace McGraw in the spring of this year after spending nearly 15 years as the CEO of the Spokane International Airport in Washington. McGraw, a […]
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CVG to end mandatory shoe removal at TSA checkpoints
The Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport will no longer require travelers to remove their shoes during mandatory security screenings, according to a CBS News report. As of now, the Transportation Security Agency has not officially confirmed the change, although several news sites confirmed the news through internal TSA reports. The change is expected to impact travelers […]
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Allegiant launches direct flights to Gulf Shores, Portland
Allegiant Airlines, a budget carrier, is beginning service from the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport to Gulf Shores, Alabama, and Portland, Oregon. The two new routes started today: “We are grateful to Allegiant Airlines for adding these two fantastic destinations,” CVG CEO Larry Krauter said in a news release. “Portland has been among our top markets […]
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Frontier Airlines to add new nonstop flight from CVG to Dominican Republic
Frontier Airlines will soon expand its summer travel season flights offered at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport. The airline announced it will be adding a nonstop flight from CVG to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) in the Dominican Republic starting May 17. The new service will provide travelers with a direct connection to the Caribbean destination. […]
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NKY Convention Center steps up amid Duke Energy Center renovation
With the Duke Energy Convention Center in downtown Cincinnati under construction, the annual Cincinnati Golf Expo was forced to find a new venue. Due to the facility’s scale, the expo, which takes place from Feb. 7 through 10, has traditionally been held at Duke Convention Center since its founding in 2019. Typically, the Expo uses […]
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Direct flights that can help you scratch that travel itch this year
It’s a new year, and for many, that means a renewed motivation to prioritize things that may have been relegated to the backburner. It could be exercise, it could be eating better or spending more time with family. It could also mean traveling more. Turns out this might be an easier resolution that you realized: […]
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Check out these driving distance destinations for a weekend getaway
Nashville, Chicago, Red River Gorge State Park, Mammoth Cave National Park, and Pittsburgh are all within a five-hour drive of Northern Kentucky and offer a variety of recreational activities for a weekend vacation.
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Frontier Airlines launches nonstop flight from CVG to West Palm Beach
Wanting to escape the Ohio winters? Well, Frontier Airlines has a new flight to help you. The airline launched a new nonstop flight from CVG Airport to Palm Beach International Airport. The service began Saturday and will be once a week. “Our new ultra-low fare service will affordably connect Palm Beach-area consumers to three top […]
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Traveling during the holidays can be stressful. These tips can make it a little easier
Travel can be stressful in the best of times. Now add in the high-level anxiety that seems to be baked into every holiday season and it’s clear that travelers could use some help calming frazzled nerves. Travel pros say there is plenty you can do ahead of time to make for a happier and less-stressful […]