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By Eileen Falkenberg-Hull
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JetBlue, a low-cost carrier airline, has teamed up with Brightline, a privately owned high-speed rail service, to deliver multi-mobility options for residents of and visitors to Florida, the companies announced Tuesday.
The partnership is designed to deliver seamless air-to-rail travel throughout Central and South Florida, which are home to some of the state's most well-known attractions, including Walt Disney World Resort, Hard Rock Stadium and Wynwood Walls.
"As we continue to grow in Florida and offer more flights to and from cities like Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, and Orlando, our partnership with Brightline helps us deliver even more value and convenience to our customers," said Dave Jehn, vice president, network planning and airline partnerships, JetBlue, in a press release.
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"JetBlue and Brightline share a commitment to innovation and great service, and together we're expanding transportation options for all of our customers to get to where they want to go, whether they're starting their journey, heading to their final destination, or adjusting plans along the way."
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Tickets for one-way or round-trip airfare that includes one-way or round-trip train tickets will go on sale.
The airline currently services the Florida cities of Fort Lauderdale, Fort Meyers, Jacksonville, Key West, Miami, Orlando, Sarasota, Tampa and West Palm Beach.
Brightline currently links the cities of Miami, Aventura, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, West Palm Beach and Orlando, Florida. The company also offers shuttle service between airports and train stations for customers who book JetBlue Mint business class or core economy class tickets.
The train transit company's pet-friendly and ADA-accessible train service features are similar to those of airlines. Customers can take advantage of complimentary Wi-Fi onboard as well as USB Type-A and Type-C charging ports at every seat and food and beverage stations.
Also like JetBlue and other airlines' fares, the cost of taking Brightline rail service depends on the destination, time of day, date and number of tickets being purchased, in addition to fare class.
Customers who opt for Brightline's Premium ticket offering receive an upgraded experience, including complimentary snacks and beverages, access to a lounge and a $10 Uber voucher.
The partnership has another benefit. When travel operations are interrupted due to weather, mechanical, staffing or other types of issues, JetBlue can offer customers alternative itineraries that incorporate Brightline rail segments with an aim to help customers get to their destination sooner.
JetBlue isn't the first airline to have a train travel partnership, though they are more common in Europe than America. Lufthansa is partnered with Deutsche Bahn and Air France with SNCF Voyageurs.
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