by Donald Wood
Last updated: 9:00 AM ET, Wed September 13, 2023
Rail company Brightline announced that service to Orlando
International Airport would begin on September 22.
Brightline officials revealed the inaugural rides are now
available for booking through the rail company’s official website or app,
connecting travelers from Orlando to South Florida, including Miami, Aventura,
Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton and West Palm Beach.
For a limited time, Brightline is offering one-way SMART
fares, starting at $79 for adults and $39 for kids. Groups of four or more
people will automatically save 25 percent on SMART fares.
One-way PREMIUM fares start at $149, a first-class
experience with added amenities, including a dedicated lounge, priority
boarding, checked luggage and complimentary snacks and beverages throughout the
journey.
“Opening Orlando fulfills our ultimate business model,” Brightline
President Patrick Goddard said. “We have seen incredible enthusiasm from the
business and tourism industries eager to travel between Central and South
Florida.”
“As we start service to Orlando for peak holiday seasons, I
encourage everyone to check calendars, make plans, visit our website or app and
reserve a seat now,” Goddard continued.
For corporate riders, Brightline for Business is a dedicated
portal for companies to save with fixed-rate rides designed for company needs.
Starting this fall, students with eligible email domains can receive up to 25
percent off SMART rides after creating an account using an active college or
university email.
In addition, travel advisors can sign up now for information
on discounted rates, with Brightline expecting to offer commissionable fares in
the near future and to be bookable on GDS by the end of 2023.
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