Target and Starbucks are rolling out a new Frozen Peppermint Hot Chocolate that you can only buy at Starbucks inside Target stores. The drink launches Nov. 18, with Target Circle 360 members getting early access the day before.
The exclusive drink is a mocha-peppermint crème Frappuccino blended with ice, topped with peppermint whipped cream and red-and-green sprinkles. It’s Starbucks’ first drink created exclusively for a single retailer at holiday time.
But the move isn’t just about a festive new flavor. It’s a strategy to pull shoppers into Target during the crucial holiday rush and give people another reason to visit in person, not online. Starbucks benefits too, as Target’s foot traffic helps boost café sales at a time when retailers are scrambling to stand out.
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FAA Just Lifted Major Flight Limits — Here’s What It Means for Your Holiday Travel
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Could the hellish delays at airports across the U.S. finally be over? This morning, the Federal Aviation Administration lifted its emergency flight-reduction order at 40 major airports nationwide, ending limits that had forced airlines to slash schedules throughout the shutdown. The timing is on schedule, with Thanksgiving travel about to hit full stride.
With the order gone, carriers can return to normal operations and restore flights that were capped over the past several weeks. Airlines say the shift should ease congestion and cut down on cancellations and long waits — something frustrated travelers have dealt with daily since the restrictions went into effect.
But you’re not totally in the clear. Airlines warn it will take time for schedules to fully stabilize, and aviation experts still urge travelers to check their flight status before heading out. The system is improving, but the holiday “all clear” isn’t official just yet.
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