@@user-fd7pf2dk4q I doubt electrification is a concern for brightline east right now, as they’re focusing more on expanding the service to Orlando. While it would be better to have electrically powered trains, brightline does not own the tracks, instead the FEC does (Florida East Coast). They could install catenary at a higher height to accommodate double stack but I wouldn’t believe they’ll do that anytime soon. And aside from the new higher-speed line brightline is building from WPB to Orlando, they can only go up to 79 mph between WPB and the MIA stations because of grade crossings and the fact that the route goes through populated areas. The only way they’d really be able to get up to speed on the current section is if they grade separated the entire line between miami and west palm beach, but that would be quite expensive if they were to elevate the tracks and reconfigure the WPB and Fort Lauderdale stations. That’s money they don’t have right now
Adding to what I said, the only tracks that brightline itself owns is the route between Cocoa, where the line will split away from the FEC all the way to Orlando airport. That stretch is about 28 miles, which will be rated for top speeds of 125 mph, which is the fastest most diesel-electric trains could possibly go. They could probably electrify those tracks first and increase top speeds, but it would only make sense if they electrified their entire route, plus they’d probably have to make an agreement with the fec for something like that.
When you showed the inside of Miami Brighline where you can buy food and snacks (store) 1:53. You swipe or scan your credit to enter and then whatever you choose is taken from your credit card when you leave that area. I was just there 2 days ago and I agree the Miami station is really nice.
The West Palm Beach stop is right off Clematis St which is nice for nightlife, dining, etc. It's also just around the way from Rosemary Square which is an even nicer spot with the comedy club, movie theater, etc.
Nice, I always love looking for myself in videos on brightline hehe. Hope to see you on the train again, its nice to have people review and share the experience.
I was a crane operator on one of the tower cranes on that project. I’m not 100% sure but I’m reasonably certain that I installed at least two of those escalators you rode on. I also poured a bunch of the concrete there and installed the prefab you see on the pretty exterior. It was a huge pain in the ass but it came out great in the end. Cool video.
I live in Orlando. Our service here will begin around Q2 of this year, drove down to west palm for a wedding left my car at the station for 4 days at $7 a day then took brightline to Miami to fly to St.Maarten and back. YO O_o I CANNOT WAIT for ORLANDO TO OPEN UP! I'm shook!
We had our first try last weekend and it was very smooth, though had an emergency on our way back from Mia-WP. But, other than that everything was excellent. We loved the lady at the check-in counter also, she helped us changed our ticket as we missed our scheduled time.
Howard driving is cheaper but not everyone likes to drive. It is cheaper than Uber. You do not have the stress of driving, can have free beer or sodas or snacks, bathroom available. Less risk of accident. You can walk instead of being seated like in a car. No need To park your car when you arrive. It is very convenient for some people who like comfort
The lounge is only for Premium tickets. I did find it open when I went so I decided to check it out anyway. Normally you need to scan your premium pass to enter.
That’s so cool man keep posting more vídeos one place that I have been a few days ago was money heist the experience la casa de papel Miami so I think is a good a idea for your video
Hey! I just posted a video on Tri-Rail. It starts off by showing the $60 million renovation done to Golden Glades station. The second half is my experience aboard the train. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-G-Nq0Wqlrns.html
In the Netherlands you just take the next InterCity train. They depart every 10 minutes, but here you have to wait one hour? And what about the X-ray scanners? It's only a train, not an airplane.
It looks like they're trying as hard as they can to make it as inconvenient as air travel. In the UK you can walk through the front door of the station 30 seconds before the train leaves and still make it.
I believe you are able to arrive basically when the train leaves? Probably got there early to check the place out I'm not sure. I haven't personally ridden but that's what I've gathered from other stuff I've seen.
America is still living in the wake of 9/11. People just don’t feel as safe as they used to. Hopefully we as a nation will move past that and become overall better mannered.
Question: I know there are plans to extend Brightline to both Walt Disney World and Tampa-the only question is which route to connect the Orlando airport through Disney World and the line to Tampa-but why isn’t/wasn’t Brightline extended to Homestead to the south? And are there any future ideas to extend from either Tampa up to the panhandle (or at least if it restarts, the Amtrak line that ran across the panhandle to Jacksonville), and/or Cocoa north to Jacksonville?
Very nice and clean trains and top class stations. Train system in San Francisco looks like a crack house not to mention you are more likely to get robbed at the stations in San Francisco.
I wonder how much to date tax payers paid $$ towards this brightline business. Folks business in Florida lobby hard for tax savings and tax $$ usage.. Ask yourself what Div $$ are we getting back yearly from it. FYI no I am not saying its a bad business nor should we have the service here in FL. We could had this AL up and round over 20 plus years ago. But the Florida past and many president lawmakers choice to screw us.
New to your channel. We love your vlogging style and this one helped us to decide to use the Brightline on our next voyage south. Check us out when you can and keep in touch!!
It is for me. I do not like to drive. If I take an Uber from Miami to aventura the cost will be around $45 one way. Train Premium class with free beer and snacks $ 37. No driving stress, less risk of car accidents, having a good time drinking the beer, bathroom available. I cannot wait to try it to West Palm Beach.
