Good morning! It’s Daniel de Visé with your Daily Money, Consumer Friday edition.

A federal appeals court has struck down the Federal Communications Commission’s net neutrality rules, which prevented internet service providers from throttling or blocking some content or charging more to deliver it.

What does this mean for consumers?

Forget Paris: Some budget-friendly destinations

If visiting Europe is on your travel bucket list, 2025 could be your year to make it happen.

Many destinations across the pond provide rich travel experiences without completely breaking the bank, Kathleen Wong reports. Start by thinking outside the box, beyond the classic Euro spots, such as Paris, London and Madrid.

Here are seven budget-friendly European destinations to visit in 2025.

Is norovirus rising on cruise ships?

Beth Knowles and her family left on a Caribbean cruise in late December, but the family missed every port. They were too sick to disembark during a norovirus outbreak on board.

Norovirus seems to be surging, especially on cruise ships. Here's Nathan Diller's report.

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Daniel de Visé covers personal finance for USA Today.