Orlando International Airport recently announced Florida’s first-ever non-stop charter flights into Tokyo’s Narita Airport, which could lay the groundwork for direct commercial flights into Japan sometime soon.
Managing Editor Rilee here — It’s never too early to start your travel daydreaming, and since I went to Japan via the Narita Airport myself this year, I thought I’d share a few pro tips with you:
Jump on the Narita Express train for a quick 60-minute, no-transfer ride into Tokyo Station.
If you’re feeling homesick, make a day trip to one of Orlando’s sister cities: Urayasu — Tokyo Disney’s host city — is just 20 minutes from Central Tokyo.
Recover from your travel with a capsule hotel nap before your return flight.
On Friday, Dec. 5, Mayor Buddy Dyer officially renamed Harbor Park as Mayor Glenda Hood Park. Mayor Hood served from 1992 to 2003.
Mansion Monday
A sprawling estate, 14,000 sqft, and a glamorous courtyard pool — that’s what you can find behind the gates at Sweetwater Club, and on the market. It’s almost giving Bond villain... but in a chic way, not an evil lair way.
Sports
The 2026 Winter Olympics begin in just 60 days. Soon, athletes from across the globe will head to the picturesque slopes of Northern Italy to compete for the highest accolades in Alpine athletics. Here in Central Florida, a visit to Snowcat Ridge will help get you in the spirit of the Games.
Ranked
Craving a slice of ‘za? Chowhound just named its top hole-in-the-wall pizza spot in Florida, and a pizzeria in Miami claimed the title. We think they’re sleeping on Orlando’s pizza scene — maybe a new eatery will make its mark on the next list.
Watch
“The Pitt,” “Severance,” and “Pluribus” are among Time Magazine’s top 10 TV shows of 2025. With the cost of streaming services going up and up, we’re planning to watch them on the couch this winter with a local lunch deal in hand.
Trending
Google’s 2025 Year in Search is out, and its local search function provides an interesting peek into our city’s queries. Orlando residents searched for Drake Maye jerseys more than any other player this year. We expected to see a Bucs, Jaguars, or Dolphins player, but you keep us guessing.
Number
$0. That’s how much 94% of patients pay to see a licensed dietitian with Nourish. Find a dietitian covered by insurance and build a personalized nutrition plan — a structured, supportive way to map out your 2026 wellness goals now.*
Edu
There’s still time to register for Spring 2026 online classes at Southeastern University. Register to be a more educated version of yourself in the new year, whether you’re starting out or starting over.*
Number
27,400+. That’s how many active job listings you can find on our Job Board. Explore openings in manufacturing, sales, marketing, and beyond. Roles for all experience levels are hiring now. Find a new gig for 2026.
Asked
Asked
What NFL team do you root for?
A. Tampa Bay Buccaneers B. Miami Dolphins C. Jacksonville Jaguars D. Other
