A traveler holds documents in hand as she is processed through the Toucheless ID security checkpoint as Miami International Airport.
Carl Juste
cjuste@miamiherald.com
Three recent stories about South Florida travel covered airport slowdowns, changing tourism trends and new technology to speed up security.
Here’s a rundown to catch up:
Story 1: Fort Lauderdale airport sees a slowdown after years of growth. Here’s why
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport experienced its first drop in passenger numbers since the pandemic, with an 8.5% decline in 2025. Both domestic and international travel fell, affected by airline troubles and fewer visitors, especially from Canada. SEE FULL STORY
Story 2: A remarkable run for Miami’s airport has ended. Can 2026 start a new streak?
Miami International Airport saw a slight decrease in travelers for 2025, ending three straight years of record growth. The dip is linked to increased competition, economic changes and fewer visitors from countries like Canada and Colombia, though airport leaders remain optimistic for a rebound. SEE FULL STORY
Story 3: Miami International Airport unveils a faster way to clear security checkpoints
Miami International Airport introduced TSA PreCheck Touchless ID, a new facial recognition system that speeds up security for enrolled travelers. This technology lets passengers verify their identity in just a few seconds, making airport travel quicker and easier for many flyers. SEE FULL STORY
The story summaries above were compiled with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists in the Miami Herald newsroom. The full stories in the links were reported, written and edited entirely by Miami Herald journalists.