BRIGHTLINE CELEBRATES NATIONAL WATER PARK DAY WITH SPLASH‑WORTHY ADVENTURES NEAR EVERY STATION 

Miami, FL (July 14, 2026) — In honor of National Water Park Day (July 28), Brightline is inviting travelers to make a splash this summer with water‑soaked adventures located within a 30‑minute ride from Brightline stations across South and Central Florida. With endless summer at every stop, fares including Orlando in the itinerary start as low as $39. Whether planning a full‑day itinerary or adding a refreshing stop to a weekend getaway, these parks offer something for every kind of thrill‑seeker—from lazy rivers to towering slides to wakeboarding waves.

 

Brightline Orlando Station in Partnership with Orlando Health

• Aquatica at SeaWorld Orlando – About 20 minutes from Brightline’s Orlando station, Aquatica blends high‑speed thrills with animal encounters, including slides that race through dolphin habitats. With sandy beaches and wave pools, it’s a top Orlando destination for families and adventure lovers.
• Universal Volcano Bay – Universal’s tropical‑themed water park surrounds a towering volcano centerpiece and features innovative attractions like Krakatau Aqua Coaster and TapuTapu wearable tech for virtual queuing. A perfect escape just 20 minutes from the station.
• Disney’s Blizzard Beach – A whimsical, ski‑resort‑themed water park where melting snow meets Florida sunshine. From Summit Plummet to family raft rides, Blizzard Beach offers fun for all ages about 25 minutes from the Orlando station.
• Island H2O Water Park – A modern, social‑media‑themed water park with immersive tech, customizable ride experiences, and plenty of slides and splash zones. It’s a vibrant, high‑energy option 30 minutes from the Orlando station. Making it a stay-cation? Guests staying at Margaritaville Resort Orlando, Margaritaville Cottages Orlando, Embassy Suites by Hilton at Sunset Walk & Spectrum Resort Orlando receive complimentary admission to Island H2O Water Park during their stay.

Brightline West Palm Beach Station

• Rapids Waterpark – Just 15 minutes from Brightline West Palm Beach Station, Rapids Waterpark delivers 30 acres of pure adrenaline. With more than 40 slides, a wave pool, and a quarter‑mile lazy river, it’s a must‑visit for families and thrill‑seekers alike.
• Calypso Bay Water Park – Another favorite just 20 minutes from the West Palm Beach Station, Calypso Bay offers a more relaxed, family‑friendly atmosphere with water playgrounds, slides, and a gentle river perfect for cooling off on a hot Florida afternoon.
• Shark Wake Park – For those craving action beyond traditional slides, Shark Wake Park brings cable wakeboarding, an inflatable obstacle course, and endless opportunities to get airborne—all within 25 minutes of the West Palm Beach Station. 

Brightline Boca Raton Station

• Quiet Waters Splash Adventure – Located at Quiet Waters Park, just 15 minutes from the Boca Station, this splash zone is ideal for younger kids, featuring interactive water play, slides, and shaded seating. It’s a refreshing add‑on to any Brightline trip.
• Coconut Cove Waterpark – A local gem 20 minutes from the Boca Station, Coconut Cove offers twisting slides, a lazy river, and a splash playground—perfect for families looking to beat the heat without the crowds of larger parks.

Brightline Fort Lauderdale Station 

• Paradise Cove at C.B. Smith Park – Just a 25-minute ride from Brightline Fort Lauderdale Station, Paradise Cove packs in four action‑packed waterslides, a lazy river, and two interactive water playgrounds. It’s a top pick for Broward County fun in the sun.

Brightline Aventura Station 

• Tidal Cove – Located at the JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa, about a 10-minute ride from Brightline Aventura Station, Tidal Cove is a luxury water park experience featuring a FlowRider® surf simulator, seven slides, a lazy river, and an adults‑only pool. It’s the perfect splash‑and‑relax combo for travelers arriving in Aventura.

MiamiCentral Station

• Grapeland Water Park – Just a short 15-minute ride from MiamiCentral, Grapeland Water Park brings vibrant, Miami‑inspired energy to the water with colorful slides, a lazy river, and interactive play areas designed by famed artist Romero Britto. It’s a perfect family‑friendly escape in the heart of Miami.

 

With convenient access to Florida’s top water parks, Brightline makes it easier than ever to celebrate National Water Park Day—or any summer day—with a refreshing adventure. As part of the Endless Summer at Every Stop campaign, Brightline is offering fares as low as $39 to extend guests’ reach this summer to the entire corridor – as far north as Orlando or as far south as Miami. For more information about this offer, visit https://www.gobrightline.com/offers/endless-summer.

 

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ABOUT BRIGHTLINE

Brightline seamlessly connects travelers to top destinations and major events between Central and South Florida with stations in Miami, Aventura, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, West Palm Beach, and Orlando. The company offers a hospitality-centric experience designed to reinvent train travel at a comparable price to driving or flying. Brightline is recognized as one of TIME100’s Most Influential Companies, one of the World’s 50 Most Innovative by Fast Company and one of the fastest-growing private companies in the Southeast by Inc. The company focuses on city pairs that are too close to fly and too long to drive. Construction is currently underway to connect Las Vegas to Southern California. For more information, visit  www.gobrightline.com and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and X.

 

MEDIA CONTACTS

Ashley Blasewitz, Brightline, ashley.blasewitz@gobrightline.com

Michael Hicks, Brightline, mhicks@bltrain.com