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Yahoo
02-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
One of the top summer travel destinations in the U.S. is in Wisconsin, says Google Flights
With summer finally approaching, millions of travelers are expected to board flights from Milwaukee's Mitchell International Airport. It's too early to accurately predict this summer's passenger counts, said airport spokesperson Summer Hegranes. However, she said this year should be somewhat similar to 2024, which saw more than 1.7 million passengers between June and August, according to airport data. Generally, holiday periods such as Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day are the busiest at the airport. July is typically the busiest travel month of the summer, said Hegranes in an email. Milwaukee did see a 5% increase in travelers last year compared to the previous year, with 6,316,245 passengers in 2024, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel previously reported. Here's a guide on when to purchase your tickets for your summer vacation, plus a look at some of the top travel destinations for summer, according to Google Flights. Average prices for U.S. flights are usually cheapest around 38 days before departure, with the historical low price range between 21 to 52 days before takeoff, according to Google Flights. Airlines do offer special deals for destinations from Milwaukee, and you can find the latest airfare deals here. The best deals are usually posted on Tuesday, but sales can be posted at any time, according to the airport. For a full list of cities you can visit nonstop from the Milwaukee airport, visit Here are the trending destinations searched on Google Flights for trips departing June 1 through Aug. 31, 2025, according to Google Flights. And it looks like at least one of those destinations won't require a flight for Wisconsinites. San Juan, PR Billings, MT Nantucket, MA St. Louis, MO Providence, RI Maui, HI Omaha, NE Juneau, AK Bangor, ME Madison, WI The State Department advises citizens to sign up for their Smart Traveler Enrollment Program to receive alerts and to make it easier to locate you in an emergency. Review the Country Security Report for the country you're planning to visit. The State Department also recommends preparing a contingency plan for any emergency situations. Review its Traveler's Checklist. You can also visit the CDC page for the latest travel health information related to your destination. Curacao Osaka St. Lucia Tokyo Rio de Janeiro RELATED: Planning to fly without a Real ID in Wisconsin? Here's what to bring to the airport This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Summer travel 2025: Top flight destinations include Madison, Wisconsin
Yahoo
11-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Global Press CEO, Cristi Hegranes, Honored Among Top Female Founders
Leading media brand Inc. announces its top 500 Female Founders, recognizing women leaders challenging some of the world's biggest problems. WASHINGTON, March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Press founder and CEO Cristi Hegranes has been recognized as one of the most dynamic women entrepreneurs in the US. Honored by Inc., the leading media brand and playbook for the entrepreneurs and business leaders shaping our future, Hegranes was today named to its top 500 Female Founders list, recognizing a bold group of women whose innovations and ideas are leading their industries forward. Cristi Hegranes founded Global Press in 2006 to train and employ local women journalists in undercovered regions. Her values-driven approach prioritizes newsroom representation and journalist security, redefining international journalism. She has received numerous honors, including the SPJ Journalism Innovation Prize, a Jefferson Award, and the Ida B. Wells Award for Bravery. Her Duty of Care program earned the Chester M. Pierce Human Rights Prize and was a Fast Company World Changing Idea. She is also the author of the bestselling book Byline: How Local Journalists Can Transform the Global News Industry and Change the World. "I'm honored by this recognition, but the spotlight belongs to our incredible global team. In this challenging moment, their passion, resilience, and commitment to a more informed and inclusive world drive us forward," Hegranes said. "As Global Press celebrates its 19th anniversary, it is a testament to the power of collective effort. I'm deeply grateful to stand alongside such inspiring individuals every day." The founders who made Inc.'s 2025 list cross all industries and bring with them unique stories of success from each stage of the entrepreneurial journey — from startup to going public, being acquired by big buyers, or spending decades at the helm of an organization. "Female founders know what struggle is, but they're also experts of improvisation, adaptability, and creativity; the women featured on this year's list exemplify these qualities," said Inc. executive editor Diana Ransom. "Through times of uncertainty, their unwavering dedication and steadfast leadership are not only inspiring but vital to driving progress." To see the complete list of honorees, please visit: For more information and interview requests, please contact Louise Scrivens, louise@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Global Press Sign in to access your portfolio
