Attractions
Whitewater Express Provides a Little Sunshine During Pandemic
Floridians escape Covid-19 to Georgia for safe adventure while whitewater rafting on the Chattahoochee River and ziplining across state lines.
May 22nd, 2020
Looking for a safe way to escape the Coronavirus restlessness? Mix nature and adventure on the Chattahoochee River in Columbus, Georgia. Voted by USA Today as one of the Top-12 man-made adventures in the world, Whitewater Express will guide you down the river as well as zip you over it into Alabama. With adaptations and courses for every level of thrill seeker, the company has something for everyone.
As society begins its return to normalcy from the pandemic, the number one priority is safety. This is evident in Whitewater Express’ approach to reopening. Before even entering its store, you must sign a Covid waiver proclaiming that you are healthy and free from the virus or exposure to it. The store itself is very clean and the staff make it a point to keep their distance. After using the equipment, you drop them off next to a sanitation bucket where staff thoroughly clean paddles, helmets and vests.
Our trip began on the Chattahoochee River, which is about 2.5 miles upstream. The river acts as the boundary between Georgia and Alabama. In 2013 a $24.4 million restoration project began to clean up the river and its surrounding areas. In the morning, the water volume is low giving more of a mild river rafting experience, however later in the afternoon the water volume rises when the dam is released. This makes for a more extreme and adventurous ride, giving rafters the experience of riding through grade V rapids. Still, while the thrill of the river is enough to warrant a bang for your buck, there’s also significant history that can be divulged by your guide. Our guide, Harris, literally knew everything about the river and the surrounding area including its significance during the Civil War.
However, if rafting isn’t enough to scratch your adventurous itch, the ziplining they offer should do the trick. The trip begins in Georgia 12 stories high, then sends it guests flying across the river into Alabama before returning to Georgia. There are several zips and bridges that explore the canopies of Phenix City, Alabama and even a zipline obstacle course for kids.
Additional activities at Whitewater Express include kayak rentals and fly-fishing lessons. No matter your adventure level, Whitewater Express has something for you to safely escape the Covid-19 boredom.
For more information visit https://www.whitewaterexpress.com
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Whitewater Express. ©South Florida Insider
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Whitewater Express. ©South Florida Insider
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Whitewater Express. ©South Florida Insider
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Whitewater Express. ©South Florida Insider
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Whitewater Express. ©South Florida Insider
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Whitewater Express. ©South Florida Insider
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Whitewater Express. ©South Florida Insider
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Whitewater Express. ©South Florida Insider
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Whitewater Express. ©South Florida Insider
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Whitewater Express. ©South Florida Insider
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Whitewater Express. ©South Florida Insider
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Whitewater Express. ©South Florida Insider
The wildly immersive exhibition brings glowing sculptures, larger-than-life installations, and playful wonder to Mana Wynwood.
May 18, 2026
The internationally celebrated Balloon Museum has officially made its Miami debut with Pop Air: Art is Inflatable, a bright, bold, and wildly imaginative exhibition now open at Mana Wynwood Convention Center. This immersive art experience brings together giant inflatable installations, glowing sculptures, digital environments, and interactive works that turn a museum visit into a full-on adventure.
From the moment guests step inside, Pop Air Miami feels like a dreamy playground for the senses. It is colorful, surprising, and wonderfully larger than life, with each room inviting visitors to walk, wander, look up, move closer, and fully experience the artwork around them. This is not the kind of exhibit where you stand quietly in the corner and nod thoughtfully. This is art you feel, explore, and definitely photograph.
Opening night offered a special VIP after-hours experience with drinks, a private tour, and a closer look at the creative vision behind the exhibition. The result was a night that felt playful, polished, and very Miami, with guests moving through glowing worlds and oversized installations that made every turn feel like a new discovery.
Among the standout pieces is Hypercosmo, an immersive light-and-sound environment that surrounds guests in a futuristic, otherworldly atmosphere. Another must-see moment is Mariposa, a glowing 26-foot butterfly powered by more than 39,000 LEDs. It is dramatic, beautiful, and exactly the kind of dazzling centerpiece that makes people stop mid-conversation and reach for their phones.
What makes Balloon Museum Miami especially fun is how easy it is to enjoy for almost anyone. Kids will love the scale, color, and playful energy. Adults will appreciate the design, creativity, and international artistry. Content creators will have plenty to capture. Families, couples, friends, and art lovers can all find something to love inside this inflatable world.
The exhibition fits perfectly in Wynwood, a neighborhood already known for murals, creativity, and immersive experiences. But Pop Air: Art is Inflatable brings something different to Miami’s art scene. It is soft and spectacular, lighthearted and impressive, and filled with moments that make you feel like you have wandered into a world where imagination took up all the space.
Whether you are planning a family outing in Miami, looking for a fun Wynwood date night, searching for things to do in Miami this weekend, or just want a new immersive art experience to add to your list, Balloon Museum Miami is an easy yes.
To step inside the inflatable world for yourself, tickets and details are available at https://tickets.balloonmuseum.world/miami/
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