The NEW I Work in Port Canaveral Thread!

The old one has been closed. I just wanted to thank all that made it so great. Almost 7500 post and over 350,000 hits has to make it one of the most successful on CC.

 

Here is a new one to carry on. I am retiring from posting and really hope all the information you got helped.

Happy Crusing!

The old one has been closed. I just wanted to thank all that made it so great. Almost 7500 post and over 350,000 hits has to make it one of the most successful on CC.

 

Here is a new one to carry on. I am retiring from posting and really hope all the information you got helped.

Happy Crusing!

 

Hello Preston,

I am so sorry that the original thread has come to a close, but I sincerely hope that you will stay on with this one since you offer so much to so many that rely on you for so much information AND mostly most of all, your sense of humor would be missed especially by me.

 

Good luck and I know that this one will exceed the old thread.

Always

your friend

Shirley

Thanks Shirley for the kind words but it is time to retire. I am moving out of Florida and looking forward to some rolling hills and farm land maybe in Tennessee. Not much cruising there.

Preston you will be my new neighbor. Sorry the thread was closed. I hope it wasn't anything bad like before. Your help has been greatly appreciated. ;)

This information is based on all the information that was put together from the thread created by PSbcap known as “I work in Port Canaveral”. Forever thanks to Preston, The Cruise Critic staff and all others for helping to make your travel needs easier.

 

 

HELFUL INFORMATION FOR YOU

 

 

 

THOSE WITH A HEAVY FOOT ETC

 

BE ADVISED THAT TICKETS FOR DRIVING VIOLATIONS HERE IS BREVARD COUNTY HAVE NOW GONE UP ANOTHER $25.00 SO THAT WILL MAKE IT WELL OVER $200.00 IF YOU GET STOPPED AND THEY ARE OUT THERE ON MOTORCYLCES, UNMARKED CARS ETC.

DO YOURSELF AND SOMEONE ELSE A FAVOR --DRIVE SAFE

 

05/29/2009 - YOU CAN NOW BE STOPPED FOR NOT WEARING YOUR SEAT BELT AND THERE IS NO EXCUSE YET FOUND TO KEEP FROM NOT GETTING TICKETED FOR THIS VIOLATION.

 

FOR NON US CITIZEN

https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov/esta/esta.h...0-CF0A2A82331B

 

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2048291

 

FINDING BEST GAS STATION WITH LOWER COST

http://www.motortrend.com/gas_prices...ape_canaveral/

http://autos.msn.com/everyday/GasSta...32920&x=16&y=8

 

INFORMATION ON COST OF GAS ON RENTAL CARS BEING TURNED IN HERE

 

OK I need to really bring each and all up to speed if you are returning a car back in here at Cape Canaveral.

I did some checking today and if you do NOT fill your gas tank before turning it in, you will be charged $6.999 a gal so save yourself a little bit of monies by stopping at one of the gas stations before you turn it back in.

Just food for though or should I say just gas for though ;-)

 

IF YOU HAVE A CONSUMER'S COMPLAINT

http://www.800helpfla.com/complnt.html

 

INTERNET BILLBOARDS BANNERS FOR POINT OF INTEREST AT OUR SPACE COAST ****NEW

This is a new web site to locate key points of interest here at the Space Coast - check it out

VERY INTERESTING!!!

http://www.cocoabeachnow.com/

http://www.melbournebeachnow.com/

 

CODED MAP OF PLACES

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1753248

 

TOLL CALCULATIONS FOR THE BEACHLINE FROM ORLANDO OR OTHER AREAS TO THE PORT

http://www.floridasturnpike.com/TRI/...entral-fla.jpg

 

https://epass.oocea.com/Corporate/tr...alculator.aspx

 

scroll down until you see TOLL SCHEDULE AND CLICK ON THE LINK FOR MORE INFORMATION

 

IMPORTANT ON EXIT FROM AIRPORT TO PORT

TRAVELERS TO ORLANDO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (OIA)

Exit to Orlando airport off the Beachline has changed. Those traveling from the east coast on the Beachline will find the new exit about 1/4 of a mile BEFORE the old exit. The old exit is closed. You no longer go under the bridge and exit to the Orlando Airport. You exit along with the SR 436 Rd exit and bear to left to go to airport. Be sure to pay attention to the new exit signs.

 

AIRPORTS CLOSEST TO PORT CANAVERAL

http://www.orlandoairports.net/ ORLANDO, FLORIDA

http://www.mlbair.com/ MELBOURNE, FLA

 

BIRD'S EYE VIEW OF PORT AND CAPE CANAVERAL (and in case you are concern about getting lost)

http://maps.live.com/ (click "birds eye view" after you've zoomed into Port Canaveral)

http://maps.live.com/ - click "street view" once zoomed in to "drive" along Beachline (used to be called Bee Line) and see what you'd see out your car windshield.

 

ADDRESSES TO MAP QUEST FOR DRIVING TO PORT CANAVERAL

http://www.portcanaveral.org/directions.php

 

Chamber of Commerce for tourist information is located at 8501 Astronaut Blvd, Cape Canaveral, Florida 32920

http://www.visitcocoabeach.com/

 

PORT CANAVERAL WEBSITE[/u][/b]

 

http://www.portcanaveral.org Includes info on the cruise terminals, restaurants, transportation and local places of interest

 

CAM

 

http://www.portcanaveral.org/webcam.htm

You can watch your favorite ships after they have passed the Jetty park channel (takes about 15 or 30 mins to see ships after they have left the channel)

 

http://www.twopalms.com/

Cocoa Beach Pier from Best Western

 

Tourism Sites:

 

http://www.visitflorida.com/

http://www.cocoabeach.com

 

TRAFFIC INFORMATION

http://www.flhsmv.gov/fhp/traffic/crs_h407.htm

http://www.fl511.com/

http://www.speedtrap.org/speedtraps/...rritt%20Island (this is just for those with a heavy foot)

 

NASA LAUNCHS INFORMATION AND THEN SOME

http://www.nasa.gov/missions/highlights/schedule.html

http://www.spaceflightnow.com/tracking/index.html

http://spacelaunchinfo.com/faq.html/#park

http://www.sworld.com.au/steven/space/shuttle/guide.txt

http://www.spaceflightnow.com/

http://www.spaceflightnow.com/tracking/

http://www.launchphotography.com/Lau...formation.html

 

WEATHER INFORMATION

http://www.accuweather.com/us/fl/cape-canaveral/32920/city-weather-forecast.asp?partner=google&u=1&traveler=0

http://www.accuweather.com/us/fl/cape-canaveral/32920/forecast.asp?partner=google&traveler=0&zipchg=1&metric=0

http://www.weather.com/outlook/trave...acationplanner (St Thomas)

http://www.weather.bm/ (Bermuda)

http://www.weather.com/outlook/trave...local/BFXX0005 (Nassau)

 

CONCERN ABOUT HURRICANES? HERE'S THE PLACE TO CHECK IT OUT

http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/index.shtml?

http://www.local6.com/hurricanes/index.html

 

Closest Hotels to Port Canaveral

 

All below 3 Cape Canaveral hotels are about 2 miles from the port and offer rooms with a view of the port, where you will be able to see the cruise ships in the morning. Be sure and sign up for the port shuttles. None of these 3 hotels are on the beach nor is it within walking distance of the beach (5 min cab ride). If you want the beach close, look for a hotel in Cocoa Beach – beachfront hotels are posted further down.

 

Radisson

Website: http://www.radisson.com/capecanaveralfl

Beginning July 9 2007 Radisson will officially offer free transportation for guests – the Area will be the Port, Cape Canaveral and Cocoa Beach, Merritt Square Mall and free transportation (to and from) and highly discounted tickets to Kennedy Space Center.

Free cruise parking with an overnight stay

Breakfast buffet for $9.95, some higher rates include breakfast

Radisson webcam (points to the port):

http://www.radissonport.com/CruiseShips.htm

 

ROOM INFORMATION PER REQUEST

None of the rooms will give you an ocean view since they are several blocks from the ocean. The standard rooms are only 2 stories. the suite buildings are 3 stories. For standard rooms and either the 200 or 400 building for suites. The 200 building is closer to the pool although the pool area may get quite noisy so if you want a quiet area request courtyard view. The most favorite rooms are in the 800 building 2nd floor facing the pool. Be aware that most of the pool side rooms are king rooms. There are just a few rooms with 2 beds facing the pool.

Due to the construction of high rise condo's, there are very few rooms that will give you small views of the ships unfortunalty none have a wide open view of the port any more.

 

 

MESSAGE FROM JOE P. GENERAL MANAGERThe Cruise package includes breakfast and is available at all times

We do shuttle any hotel guest to the port

And at times we do offer discounts on rooms available on the internet and have special conditions such as no refund and prepayment

 

BE AWARE THAT THE RADISSON IS A NON SMOKING HOTEL AND NO LONGER HAVE SMOKING ALLOWED ROOMS. THERE WILL BE COMFORT AREAS FOR THOSE THAT WISH TO SMOKE.

 

Country Inn and Suites

Website: http://www.countryinns.com/capecanaveralfl

The great thing offered is a free continental breakfast that includes hot continental breakfast with sausage, bacon, eggs, waffles, cereal, juice, milk and coffee etc.

You must pay an additional fee and upgrade to the cruise and park package to park your car at the hotel while on the cruise.

The GM at the CI&S is Bud Burch and can be reached at this email address if you have any questions or problems.

bud.burch@countryinns.com

 

Marriott Residence Inn

Website: http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/mlbri

 

Free cruise parking with an overnight stay

Complimentary full hot breakfast buffet and nightly social hour (Mon-Thurs) with complimentary light dinner, beer and wine. ( the complimentary light dinner are hors d'oeuvres except for Wednesday and then it is manager's cookout with hot dogs and hamburger)

The GM is Sarah.OShea@marriott.com if you have a problem

 

Other Hotels that have been recommended on forum:

Most other hotels will let you leave your car but call and double check. For instance, Wakulla Suites will not let you leave your car.

 

WEBSITES FOR OTHER HOTELS

 

4 Points Sheridan http://www.starwoodhotels.com/fourpo...ropertyID=1515

this is where they have a 5600 gal aquarium in the restaurant area and neat to eat and watch these fish.

This hotel is sister to the Radisson and you will be allowed to use the facilities at the Radisson if so wish.

Melanie Rodriguez is the GM if you have any questions or problems.

 

Courtyard by Marriott http://www.courtyardcocoabeach.com/ Dee Galli is in Guest Services and Lori is front desk manager on duty if you have any questions or problems. The GM is Tom Williamson.

 

 

 

 

http://theresortoncocoabeach.com/AroundTheResort.htm

Front desk manager is Carol

General Manager is Sandi Thompson

email address is: theresortoncocoa@aol.com

This is beautiful well kept resort and right on the beach

 

Doubletree http://www.cocoabeachdoubletree.com/

The GM is Kristy Galzerno if you have any questions or problems – beautiful property and thisclose to the beach. Nice tiki bar on the beach.

 

Days Inn http://www.daysinncocoabeach.com/ GM is Linda if you have any questions or problems. Very nice staff to work with – this hotel back yard is almost on the beach and close to Cocoa Beach Pier.

 

 

Hampton Inn http://hamptoninn.hilton.com/en/hp/h...tyhocn=COIBHHX

Beautiful property and about one block from the beach

 

LaQuinta http://www.lq.com/lq/properties/prop...26promocorp%3D

 

La Quinta now offers upscale Continental breakfast buffet which includes waffles, eggs, sausages, bacon, muffins and fruits and this is included with your room.

They offer shuttle service for $4.00 per person one way and they also have park and cruise and includes the shuttle service also.

If you have any problems or questions, you can contact Judy Hutcherson at 321-783-2252 Ext. 603 or you can email her at lq0622dos@laquinta.com

 

The Inn of Cocoa Beach http://theinnatcocoabeach.com/ (romantic and interesting) also woman owned

This is a beautiful place and right on the Atlantic Ocean and close to everything in Cocoa Beach.

 

Comfort Inn & Suites http://comfortinncocoabeach.com/ The GM is The GM is Dave Nimmo and another nice person

 

http://www.smartertravel.com/discoun....html?id=16348

 

Wakulla Suites http://www.wakullasuites.com/

If you have any problems, you can speak to Ruby.

Wakulla Suites has a very tropical setting.

The difference with the Wakulla is that they offer huge 2 bedroom suites with full kitchen.

Large heated pools, bar-q-bue grills for their guest.

They do not have provide shuttles since they are so limited in their parking spaces and can not offer park and cruise, but they call a shuttle service for those that need transportation.

They are within walking distance to Ron Jon's and other shopping areas and of course most of all the beach.

 

Holiday Inn http://cocoabeach.holiday-inn.com//

Oceanfront view suites with balconies are located on the 3rd floor and then 1st & 2nd floor have standard rooms with oceanview (no balconies) ASK FOR PARK, SLEEP AND CRUISE PACKAGE - CALL 1800-HOLIDAY FOR RESERVATIONS

GM Leslie Jordan if there are any problems)

Turtle nesting season is from May 1 to October 31 and this is a great place to watch them from BUT PLEASE DO NOT DISTURB THE TURTLES. ITS AGAINST THE LAW AS WELL AND YOU WILL BE FINED/ARRESTED Just about all the hotels will experience the turtle nesting and you can ask about it when you check in.

Here is information on turtles in case you are interested

http://www.seefloridaonline.com/turtles/

 

Hilton http://www.cocoabeachhilton.com/

 

Ocean Landings http://www.oceanlandings.com/

Ocean Landing Resort

This hotel is very nice, quiet and thisclose to the Atlantic Ocean - It has a great staff and the best part is that they have 10 rooms that face the ocean and sleeps up to 6 people - these are 2 bedrooms. Now this is

a non smoking resort, but you can smoke out in your balcony or anywhere outside.

The GM is Rodney Ressler who is quite a gentleman and was more than happy to share anything I wanted to know about the resort and if anyone has any problems or questions, this is the person you should ask for or his awesome assistant Blanche Morrison.

Their website is being refreshed and updated, but this is the one that is being used at this time.

http://www.oceanlandings.com/ ---------------The best part is that you have an awesome restaurant right on the property called Gregory's (look below under restaurants)

 

Ron Jon Resort http://ronjonresort.com/

This place is located more or less in a residential area, but the Jetty Park is right next door and the hotel does offer a trolley to the beach.

Very tropical looking and a great staff to work with.

 

Fawlty Towers http://www.fawltytowersresort.com/

This hotel has the lowest rates in Cocoa Beach besides Motel 6

GM Jeff

 

Best Western http://www.bestwesterncocoabeach.com/

BW is another of my favorite places. They are close to just about everything including the Cocoa Beach Pier

The new/old GM that is a great person to go to if you have any questions or problems.

His name is Bruce Sonnenberg and he can be reached at the Best Western.

 

Luna Sea http://lunaseacocoabeach.com/ 800-586-2732

Its a tropical looking setting although you would have to cross A1A to get to the beach.

It is under new ownership and they do offer a number of good deals.

 

Motel 6 which is located at 3701 North Atlantic Avenue and the phone number is 321-783-3103. It isn't a 5 star motel, but just has been renovated and close to just about everything including the beach and Ron Jon's

http://www.motel6.com/reservations/m...x?searchtype=C

The GM is Lee Moore and if you have a problem, please contact her ASAP

 

 

 

La Quinta Inn & Suites is located at #1 Hendry Avenue, Cocoa Beach and the GM is

 

Christopher Ward. His email address is cwald@laquintacocoabeach.com if you have any questions or problems. La Quinta is located right next door to the Cocoa Beach Pier and

 

Shopping etc. phone number is 321-784-3126 website is LQ.com

 

The Clarion Inn which is located on Hwy 520 at 260 E. Merritt Island Causeway (AKA hwy 520) is another nice place to stay and close to everything and about 5 miles or so from the port.

Phone number is 321-452-7711 and asks to speak to Mr. Oral Ali who is the GM and owner - super person to work with. Make sure you tell him you got the information from this board.

 

CHEAT SHEET FOR THE ABOVE ROOMS

Comp parking, but pay for shuttle:

DoubleTree Oceanfront Cocoa Beach 321-783-9222

Ramada Inn & Suites Kennedy Space Center 321-269-5510

Residence Inn Cape Canaveral 321-323-1100

http://www.courtyardcocoabeach.com

http://www.holidayinnsofcentralflorida.com (Holiday Inn Cocoa Beach)

 

Parking & Shuttle:

http://www.radisson.com/capecanaveralfl

http://www.bestwesterncocoabeach.com (shuttle is comp for two only)-The shuttle is comp. only if no discounts of any kind are used and same thing goes for Days Inn. Call the hotel directly if any questions

http://www.daysinncocoabeach.com (shuttle is comp for two only)

Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront 321-799-0003

 

Parking, shuttle & breakfast:

http://www.theinnatcocoabeach.com

http://www.clarionspacecoast.com

http://www.qualitysuitescocoabeach.com

http://www.comfortinncocoabeach.com

 

Parking & breakfast (pay for shuttle)

http://www.hamptoninncocoabeach.com

Econo Lodge Space Center 321-632-4561

 

Port Canaveral Parking

 

Parking at the port is $15.00 a day (that’s per 24 hours) or $105..00 a week – paid up front, cash or credit card. There are no other payment plans.

There are no other parking options available in or around Cape Canaveral except for parking at your hotel if allowed.

There is a six-level parking garage for Cruise terminal 10, all other options are open-air parking.

 

Which ships use terminal 10? Go here: http://www.portcanaveral.org/cruising/terminals.php

http://portcanaveral.net/cruising/parking.php

 

Traveling to and from Orlando (MCO) airport and to the port

 

When you exit the airport you will merge onto the Highway 528 (also called Beachline 528) and travel about 45 miles to Cape Canaveral. There is one toll to pay which is $1.25. There are no restaurants along the way until the highway ends and becomes a 4-lane surface street. Travel time: 45 mins.

 

Look here for a huge list of transportation options: http://www.portcanaveral.org/cruisin...dtransport.php

 

CAR RENTAL CODES INFORMATION

http://www.rentalcodes.com/

DO NOT USE AVIS EMPLOYEE'S CODE

 

Car Rental

All agree that the cheapest option is to rent a car one-way from the airport, drive to the port, drop luggage/family off at port, drop rental car off and take rental car shuttle back to the port. Repeat in reverse for your post-cruise trip back to the airport. Hertz, Budget, Thrifty, Avis & Enterprise, all have drop off locations and free round trip shuttles very close to the port (companies are listed in order of closeness to the port). These four places are open on Sundays and their port shuttles start early in the morning until the afternoon.

 

Look here for car rental coupons and discount codes:

http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=558119

 

Enterprise Car Rental is now located in Cape Canaveral where Hertz once was

Address is:6211 North Atlantic Avenue, Cape Canaveral 32920

Phone number is 321-866-0324

fax number is 321-866-0325

http://www.enterprise.com/

They have 4 shuttles to and from the port - open at 7AM and closes at 6PM - they are opened 7 days a week.

PLEASE MAKE SURE TO TELL THEM YOU ARE OFF THIS BOARD OK?

Their hours are Monday to Friday 7:30AM to 6PM and Saturday & Sunday 8AM to 4PM

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

 

Available Enterprise Coupons and Enterprise Promotion Codes:

10% off standard weekly rates Enterprise Coupon ALSTENW (Coupon does not work at Airport Locations)

Free Double Upgrade at Neighborhood locations Enterprise Coupon ETC8DUP [Exp. 12/18]

Get a free upgrade on your next rental at Enterprise.com

 

Avis car rental has agreed to meet or beat prices per Bob Fink

Located at 6650 North Atlantic Avenue

Cape Canaveral, fl 32920

321-783-3643

http://www.aviscapecanaveral.com

Their email is now working so you can email Avis with any questions or problems.

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON AVIS FOR DISCOUNT

 

http://www.kellsport.com/kellwoodtravel.html

 

ALSO THRIFTY CAR RENTAL IS ALSO NOW ACCEPTING DOLLAR CAR RENTAL CARS AND THEY NOW HAVE A DROP OFF FEE of $45.00.

 

 

THRIFTY/DOLLAR CAR RENTAL

6799 NORTH ATLANTIC AVENUE

CAPE CANAVERAL, FLA 32920

321783-2600

 

BUDGET CAR RENTAL (sister to Avis Car rental)

8401 ASTRONAUT BLVD (AKA AS A-1-A)

CAPE CANAVERAL, FL 32920

321-784-0634

GM is Pat Chambers

 

HERTZ CAR RENTAL

8960 ASTRONAUT BLVD

CAPE CANAVERAL, FL 32920

321-783-7771

 

UPDATE 11/10/2008

NATIONAL CAR RENTAL HAS CLOSED LOCATION HERE IN COCOA BEACH AND MERRITT ISLAND TO MELBOURNE AIPORT AS OF NOVEMBER 30, 2008

 

LOCAL TROLLEY/BUS INFORMATION

http://routefinder.ridescat.com

 

 

Can I walk to the port from my hotel?

 

It’s about 2 miles from the closest hotel (Raddison or Country Inns and Suites), along a highway with no sidewalk. Not recommended!

 

 

After car rental, the next recommended alternative to a taxi is a shuttle service.

 

COCOA BEACH TAXI

 

UPDATE 02/06/2009

http://visitcocoabeachnow.com/index.htm

This is the new website for everything you want to know about cape Canaveral and Cocoa Beach

 

3 Mercury Grand Marquis

1 Lincoln Town Car

Service is within 15 Minutes unless we are extremely

busy (Sundays)

Lowest Rates in Town.

(Our Rates always stay the same no matter what time or

day your services are needed)

 

Beach Bound Shuttle

20 Passenger Bus w/Wheel Chair Lift

15 Passenger Van

12 Passenger Van

 

Both Cocoa Beach Taxi and Beach Bound Shuttle charge

$5.00 Per person from the area Hotels to the Cruise

Ships. If the party mention the Disney or Cruise

Critic boards I will take a dollar off to bring it

down to $4.00 Per Person. When round trips are booked

and they are going to the hotel before there cruise,

The party will transported to the ship free of charge.

Customers that book round trips are also offered

discounted rates for the use of our services, while

they are in town prior and after there Cruise to help

save them money while on vacation.

 

You are also welcome to check out both of our

websites. In addition to our round trips packages. We

have recently added some additional packages that

included the KSC and Theme Parks.

 

** We also have booster and car seats available upon

request.

 

http://www.cocoabeachtaxiservice.com

http://www.beachboundshuttle.com

 

BEACHLINE TRANSPORTATION

 

Shuttles/Coaches

*12 passenger vans

*25 passenger mini buses

*39 passenger w/wheel chair lift

*49/55 passenger coaches

 

Car Service and Limousines

*Lincoln town car

*Lincoln navigator

*10 passenger Lincoln Stretch

*10 passenger Chrysler 300

*16 passenger Hummer

*18 passenger Escalade

 

Prices vary by number of passengers.

 

A 10% discount is offered if clients mention the Cruise Critic boards

We serve all Cocoa Beach area hotels

We serve all Florida airports including Orlando , Melbourne , Sanford , Tampa, Miami and Fort Lauderdale International Airports.

We offer service to/from most Florida cruise ports.

Beach Line Transportation

321-453-9660

http://www.beachlinetransportation.net

 

TRAVELINK SHUTTLES AND BUSES

 

http://www.travelynx.net for more information

 

321-631-7796 (for shuttles)

 

321-631-7777 (for buses)

 

 

 

 

Taxi Service to the port and around the port area:

 

One way from the Orlando airport to the port is 100.00 dollars on up. Taking a taxi from your Cocoa Beach / Cape Canaveral hotel to the port will run you around $9.00 to $10.00 10 minutes drive time from anywhere in Cocoa Beach.

 

Tropical Storm 321-433-3446

http://www.tropicalstorm.com

 

Space Port Transport 321-986-8026

http://www.spaceporttransport.com

 

Yellow 321-636-1234

 

Cape Canaveral Cab 321-783-8294

 

Cocoa Beach Taxi 321-783-1299

http://www.cocoabeachtaxiservice.com

 

 

 

Royal Cab---321-961-8900

 

 

 

One-Way Taxi Rates from Cape Canaveral to:

 

International Drive $95-120

Walt Disney World $125.00 up to 4 people (additional 10.00 per person)

Orlando Airport $80.00 up to 4 people (additional $10.00 per person)

Space Coast Regional Airport $65-85

Orlando Sanford International Airport $90-100

Dayton International Airport $100-110

Kennedy Space Center one way $45.00 for 4 people - round trip $80.00

Merritt Square Mall $15.00 for up to 6 people

AKK Orlando Theme Parks - $125.00 up to 4 people (Additional $10.00)

Cocoa Village - $20.00 up to 4 people (additional $person $5.00)

Cocoa Beach Pier $7-10

Melbourne International Airport $60.00

Miami $300-400.00

 

Restaurants next to Port Canaveral

Recommended on the forum:

 

Fishlips http://www.fishlipswaterfront.com/ - takes reservations

and as guest you can receive 10% discount if YOU SHOW YOUR HOTEL KEY.

.

 

Grills http://www.visitgrills.com/ - also serves breakfast

Guest can receive their 10% discount IF YOU SHOW YOUR HOTEL KEY, YOU WILL GET THE DISCOUNT. Out of State Driver's Licenses are no longer acceptable - there isn't even a "local's discount", but at least you will get yours - if you have any problems OR questions, ask to speak to Howard who is the GM also one of the owners is Christian Herrnkind.

 

Rusty’s http://www.rustysseafood.com/

.

Grills and Rusty’s don’t take reservations but if you call about 1/2 hr before going, they will put your name on the "list".

 

Can watch the ships sail out of the port at any of the above. The ships leave the port Saturdays at 4:00 PM, Sundays at 5:00 PM if they are on time. Drive time: 5 mins from the Radisson/Residence Inn/CI&S area.

For more info on all port-area eateries: http://www.portcanaveral.org/recreation/dining.php

 

Restaurants in Cocoa Beach

Recommended on the forum:

 

Rubios's A Cuban Cafe authentic Cuban breakfast, lunch and dinners and sandwiches and a walk of Cuba history - 6550 North Atlantic Avenue -

321-799-2200

It is "A Slice of Havana on the Beach".

It opened on March 1, 2009 and the owner is Javier who is a great guy and also has a great crew.

The food is the real stuff- if you tell them you are off this board, you will receive a delicious treat.

 

 

 

Cazoni's Pizza - Free delivery & coupons, has sit in service http://www.cazonispizza.com/

phone 321-783-1112 Ed is the owner of Cazoni's and a very personable person.

 

Kelsey's Pizzeria located right next door to Radisson http://www.kelseycanaveral.com/

321-783-9191

 

Zackary's Greek Restaurant – Just past the port before and next door to Racetrac. Great breakfast and close to Radisson/Residence Inn/CI&S

Make sure you tell them you are off this board for a special treat.

You can ask for Dina or Zack

 

Durango's Steak House located at 5602 N. Atlantic Avenue Cocoa Beach, Fla 321-783-9988

Excellent steaks/ribs also good happy hour.

http://www.durangosteakhouse.com

This once was the most favorite hang out for the astronauts when it was called The Mouse Trap and they still have many items from those days all over the place.

I had the opportunity to meet the GM who's name is Jose Fuentes and found him to be very accommodating and eager to help in anyway he could. A total gentleman and eager to please his guest. I recommend Durango's highly for a good oak fire steak etc - Their special drinks are great and 2 for one for about 2 hours in the evening.

 

Sunset Waterfront Bar & Grill located at 500 West Cocoa Beach Csway (AKA Hwy 520)

phone number is 321-783-8485

This is a neat place to go to relax, have a drink, meal and watch the sunset from the patio.

Cool breeze from the river and just watch the boats go by.

The GM is Rhoda Milligan

 

The Surf Bar & Grill located at 2 South Atlantic Avenue (A1A), Cocoa Beach, Fla

phone number 321-783-2401

This was another favorite places of the original 7 astronauts and they have a number of collector items displayed from the Space Center Launches.

they have fine casual dining and they open at 11 Am

Happy hour from 4-6:30PM

http://www.surfbarandgrill.com

 

Coconuts on the Beach located at 2 Minutemen Csway, Cocoa Beach, Fla

phone number 321-784-1422

http://www.coconutsonthebeach.com

This is right on the beach and a fun place

 

The Boston Seafood

 

The Boston Seafood which once was located in Cape Canaveral and hidden away has moved where the Omelet Station was.They are close to Best Western, Days Inn and Publix Shopping Center. Their food is excellent especially the blue crabs. Very casual

 

 

Pig and Whistle English Pub – sports bar w/ satellite TV 240 North Orlando Avenue 321-799-0724

(NEW LOCATION WITH AN AWESOME SPORTS BAR)

 

International House of Pancakes (excellent hometype breakfast & lunch) 3830 North Atlantic Avenue, Cocoa Beach --phone 321-783-0620 - Mom and Pop owned for number of years -

 

 

 

Roberto's Little Havana - 26 North Orlando Avenue, Cocoa Beach

phone number - 321-784-1868

http://www.robertoslittlehavana.com/

also if you mention that you are off this board, you won't need the coupon for your treat of dessert.

 

 

Gregory's Steak & Seafood Grille also has Groucho's Comedy club

http://www.gregorysonthebeach.com/html/links.html and is owned by very nice lady named of Brigitte

 

Brigitte is also owner of Izzy's Bistro which is located at 6615 N. Atlantic Avenue in Cape Canaveral and the phone number is 321-783-4548. The manager's name is Jutta Rose if you have any questions.

 

 

 

Izzy's is opened from 4PM to 12PM Tuesday through Saturday. The interior has just been renovated and an atmosphere you would really enjoy plus an extensive wine selection. No reservations needed

http://www.izzysbistroflorida.com/html/links.html

The restaurant is located right next door to Sunseed Health food Store.

 

Siam Orchid Thai & Japanese Cuisine 1275 N. Atlantic Avenue, Cocoa Beach 321-783-4545

EXCELLENT sushi food and beautiful presentation.

 

 

 

Tokyo Japanese Steak House

5840 North Atlantic Avenue

Cocoa Beach, Fla

321-799-0058

 

Florida Seafood located on Highway 520 excellent seafood and they are surrounded with numerous tanks of tropical fish that can be fascinating especially for the kids

http://www.floridas-seafood.com/

 

Murdock's http://www.murdocksbistro.com/ Cocoa Village

 

BRANO'S ITALIAN GRILL

Excellent Italian food. The owner Brano Kunik is also the chef. They are located at 3680 North Atlantic Avenue, Cocoa Beach and phone number is 321-783-6031 - they will cater to cruise meets but call and speak to Eryn and she will work with you.

 

 

Lobster Shanty 2200 State Road A1A, Cocoa Beach 321-783-1350 Out door dining available and can feed huge catfish. This is a super nice seafood restaurant http://www.JackBakerslobsterShanty.com/

 

Heidelberg Restaurant #7 North Orlando Avenue, Cocoa Beach 321-783-6806 (This was Boot Randolph's favorite place - (excellent German food & Jazz place)

 

THAI PARADISE

225 WEST COCOA BEACH CSWAY (AKA HIGHWAY 520)

COCOA BEACH, FLA 32031

PHONE 321-783-1687

great food and presentation

 

Old Fish House Restaurant 249 W. Cocoa Beach Csway (520) 321-799-9190 (excellent blue crab meals)

http://oldfishhouserestaurant.com/

 

Pita Garden 269 W. Cocoa Beach Csway (Hwy 520) 321-799-9933 http://www.pitagarden.com/

 

 

Dixie Crossroads Seafood Restaurant

 

http://www.dixiecrossroads.com/

 

Slow & Low Bar-B-Que Bar & Grill

306 North Orlando Avenue (Still part of A1A)

Cocoa Beach, Florida

321-783-6199

http://www.slowandlowbarbeque.com

 

Red Lobster Restaurant

215 E. Merritt Island Causeway (AKA Highway 520)

Merritt Island, Florida

321-453-3520

(FOR THE REAL FLORIDA LOBSTER and Bahama Mama's)

 

Outback Steakhouse

777 E. Merritt Island Causeway

Merritt Island, Fla

321-454-4450

 

Olive Gardens

205 E. Merritt Island Causeway

Merritt Island, Florida

321-459-0306

 

Taste of Goa Indian Cuisine

8501 Astronaut Blvd

Cape Canaveral, Fla

321-799-8600

 

Sonny's Real Pit BBQ

2005 North Atlantic Avenue

Cocoa Beach, Fla

321-868-1000

Excellent Bar-b-que food (best in town)

sonny'sbbq.com

Manager is Ronny

 

LOCAL FOOD COUPON BOOK

http://www.littlecouponbooks.com/ (go to the left side of screen, click on "view the book" and you will find new coupons very week for specials)

 

FOR ROMANTIC RESTAURANT

The Mango Tree Restaurant 118 North Atlantic Avenue - 321-799-0513

http://www.themangotreerestaurant.com

 

THE BEST ICE CREAM SHOP IN TOWN

 

Cocoa Beach Dairy Queen

3690 North Atlantic Avenue

Cocoa Beach, Florida

phone 321-784-8787

 

MAKE SURE YOU ALWAYS TELL THOSE THAT YOU GO TO THAT YOU ARE FROM THIS BOARD FOR DISCOUNTS

 

Where can I buy gas for my rental car/food /snacks/alcohol /toiletries I forgot to pack?

About a mile past the entrance to the port (right next door to Residence Inn and Country Inns and Suites) is a big Racetrak mini mart/gas station for beer and probably some wine plus other supplies as water, sodas, snacks etc. Most stores that sell only beer and wine and are allowed to sell between 7 am to 2 am except most places on Sunday don’t start until 12PM. Racetrak has a very friendly staff members and have been known to help many number of lost guests find themselves on the right road.

They also now have beach supplies such as sunglasses, sun lotion etc and working toward getting more supplies on hand.

 

CHURCHS IN CAPE CANAVERAL AND COCOA BEACH (also in Orlando and Merritt Island)

 

Christ Lutheran Church 7511 N. Atlantic Avenue, CB phone 321-783-3303

http://www.christlutherancapecanaver...dea3_r2_c3.jpg

Church of Our Saviours 5301 N. Atlantic Avenue CB phone 321-783-4554 http://www.oursavioursparish.org

Divine Mercy Catholic Church in Merritt Island http://www.divinemercychurch.org/

Queen Mary of the Universe in Orlando, Fla. http://www.maryqueenoftheuniverse.org/

First Baptist Church of Cocoa Beach 830 South Atlantic Avenue - 321-783-2844

http://www.brevardbaptistassociation...211&PID=405658 (list of all Baptist church in Brevard County)

First United Methodist Church 3300 North Atlantic Avenue CB phone 321-783-8991

http://www.gbgm-umc.org/fumccb-fl/

Grace Bible Presbyterian Church 1 Church Lane CC phone 321-784-5740

http://local.aol.com/aol/local?invoc...cal_listings.M (Directory for Presbyterian Churches in Brevard County)

Riverside Presbyterian Church 3400 North Atlantic Avenue CB 321-783-6085

http://www.riversidepres.org/

First Baptist Church of Cape Canaveral 8711 N. Atlantic Avenue 321-783-5798

Club Zion Interdenominational Church-165 Minutemen Csway CB 321-799-4340

Jewish Synagogues - Chabad Jewish Community Center, 1190 South A1A, Satelitte Beach - 321-777-2770

Jewish Federation of Brevard-108-A Barton Avenue, Rockledge, Fla 321-636-1824

 

CLOSEST SUPER MARKETS

 

WALMART SUPER CENTER

2700 CLEARLAKE ROAD

COCOA, FLORIDA 32922

321-639-1610 (THIS IS RIGHT OFF HIGHWAY 528, TURN RIGHT ON TO 524, GO TO THE END AND THEN TURN LEFT FOR LESS THAN HALF A MILE - ITS WILL BE ON YOUR LEFT -YOU CAN NOT MISS IT)

 

WALMART SUPER CENTER

1500 EAST MERRITT CAUSEWAY (AKA HWY 520)

MERRITT ISLAND, FLORIDA 32953

321-452-6058

 

TARGET

250 CROCKETT BLVD

MERRITT ISLAND, FLORIDA 32952

321-452-1014 (TARGET REALLY FACES STATE ROAD #3 AKA NORTH COURTENAY PARKWAY - YOU TURN OFF HWY 528 HEADING SOUTH - GO ABOUT 2 MILES AND YOU WILL NOT ONLY A LARGE PUBLIX, BUT TARGET LESS THAN 1/4 MILE FURTHER SOUTH)

 

PUBLIX GROCERY MART

2301 STATE ROAD 524

COCOA, FLORIDA 32922

321-636-2583

 

PUBLIX SUPER MARKET

5645 NORTH ATLANTIC AVENUE

COCOA BEACH, FLORIDA 32931

321783-1014

 

PUBLIX SUPER MARKET

1850 NORTH COURTENAY PKWAY

MERRITT ISLAND, FLA 32953

321-452-0288

 

WHERE IS ABC LOCATED?

ABC FINE WINE & SPIRITS

6020 NORTH ATLANTIC AVENUE

CAPE CANAVERAL, FLA

321-799-0049

 

NEED A DRY CLEANER RIGHT NOW?

60 Minute Cleaners

300 W. Cocoa Beach Csway

Cocoa Beach, Fla

321-783-2128

 

CLOSEST MALL/MOVIE THEATRE TO CAPE CANAVERAL/COCOA BEACH

http://www.merrittsquaremall.com 321-452-3270

http://www.cobbtheatres.com/merritt.htm

 

ENJOYMENT OF OUR "VILLAGE" WITH A LITTLE FOR EVERYONE

http://cocoavillage.com/

http://www.ulyssesprimesteakhouse.com/

http://www.margaux.com/ This is a 5* French restaurant and not only world known but has received many awards

The Black Tulip http://www.theblacktulip.net/

FOR THE COCOA VILLAGE NEWSPAPER FOR MORE INFORMATION AND MAPS

 

http://www.cocoavillage.com/cvnews

or write lori@theblackdoggallery.com for questions

 

MUSEUM

 

Tico Warbird Air Museum (Titusville, Fla) http://www.vacwarbirds.org

 

 

 

NEED A GREAT DRY CLEANERS/SEAMSTRESS FOR AN EMERGENCY?

 

Rosie's Stitch In Time

8020 North Atlantic Avenue

Cape Canaveral, florida 32920

321-784-8343

 

WHERE CAN I GO TO GET STUFF SHIPPED HOME?

 

SHIPPING DEPOT

211 Crockett Blvd.

Merritt Island, Florida

Phone 321-453-2558

Fax 321-453-0161

HOURS --MONDAY THRU FRIDAY 9AM TO 6PM

SATURDAY 10AM TO 2PM

 

email address shippingdepot103@aol.com

If you DO NOT want to concern yourself with the carrying of ''stuff'' home that you have purchase or too much to take on the plane, you can take it over to their place of business or they will be more than glad to pick it up from Cocoa Beach, Cape Canaveral and they will ship anywhere and everywhere. They are UPS and FEDEX office.

 

Owners are Raul and Dwane ---super nice folks to work with and very accomodating to your shipping needs.

Must mention this board for discount

 

Local Attractions / Place of Interest mentioned on the forum

 

The Manatee Park

Manatee Sanctuary Park located at 701 Thurm Blvd which is off West Centeral Street - this is located right between Zackery's and Traxx (Zackery's is right next door to the Radisson) - park hours are from 7AM to dark. You can walk to it from the Raddison: 2 long blocks approx 10 mins walking, but you do have a sidewalk and the walk is nice althought not shady. There is no cost and it does have a super nice and clean rest room, places to sit out of the sun. Best time for manatees: early morning or just before dusk

 

Kennedy Space Center - http://www.kennedyspacecenter.com/

Tickets: $38 adult/$28 child (ages 3-11). Ticket valid for two days of admission (must be used within 7 days of first use).

Discount tickets can be had at some hotels (like the Radisson or the Country Inn and Suites) or at ticket brokers (Google for discount Kennedy Space Center tickets).

You will enjoy this site:

http://www.texasjim.com/NASApix/NASA%20pix.htm

 

Wildlife park http://www.fws.gov/merrittisland/

 

HOW ABOUT ALLIGATORS AND WILDLIFE? (food is great also and no the food isn't you)

http://www.twisterairboatrides.com/cabbage.htm

 

WHAT SHOULD I KNOW ABOUT RIPTIDES??

 

http://www.paddling.net/guidelines/showArticle.html?145

 

Beaches:

 

Jetty Park - 397 Jetty Park Drive, Cape Canaveral, FL 32920

Jetty Park is at the beginning or ending of the channel where all the ships go out. There is a $5 per car charge to get in, but well worth it. It has nice bathrooms, showers, place to eat, fish, walk and a super nice beach. It does have shade and camp grounds also. Directions: Take the Beachline (520) from the airport due East. After you pass the cruise ship port get into the left lane and slow when it says to 45mph (police fav. hiding place) the road turns into a city street with a RateTrac store on your right. Look to the left at the big white bldg with the blue roof and turn left between there and McDonalds. Go to the traffic light (2 blocks) and turn left. Go to the traffic light (3 Blocks) and turn right.

http://www.jettypark.org/

UPDATE ON THE JETTY PARK FEES AS OF OCTOBER 01, 2008

 

DAY USE

CAR $7.00

R/V $15.00

BUS $18.00

 

ANNUAL PASS

CAR $50.00

R/V $75.00

 

SUMMER CAMPING (MAY TO DEC.)

rustic/tent (no hook ups) $25.00

Semi Rustic (water/electric) $32.00

Improved (water/electric/sewer $37.00

 

WINTER CAMPING (JANUARY TO APRIL)

Tustic/Tent (no hook up) $35.00

Semi Rustic (water/electric) $42.00

Improved (water/electric/sewer) $47.00

 

Cocoa Beach & Pier - http://www.cocoabeachpier.com/ - Their beach shower is outside, FYI. The Cocoa Beach has 2 restaurants, gift shop, volley ball court and of course the beach and then you have shopping close to the pier. Note: you cannot see the ships from the Cocoa Beach pier.

 

Manatee Sanctuary Park located at 701 Thurm Blvd which is off West Centeral Street - this is located right between Zackery's and Traxx (Zackery's is right next door to the Radisson) - park hours are from 7AM to dark. You can walk to it from the Raddison: 2 long blocks approx 10 mins walking, but you do have a sidewalk and the walk is nice althought not shady. There is no cost and it does have a super nice and clean rest room, places to sit out of the sun. Best time for manatees: early morning or just before dusk

 

Ron Jon's Surf Shop: http://www.ronjons.com/DisplayContent.aspx?ContentID=39

Cocoa Beach Surf Shop http://cocoabeachsurf.com/

 

Mini-golf and go-carts:

 

Traxx at Jungle Village located at 8801 Astronaut Blvd,

Cape Canaveral – phone number 321-783-0595. Traxx has miniature golf, go-carts, laser tag and arcades.

 

Funntasia Fantasy Golf which is that 6355 North Atlantic Avenue, Cape Canaveral - phone number 321-799-4856. It has a huge miniature golf course. If driving in from the airport on Beachline 528 depending on where you are staying, you will pass both of them since they are both on the main road of A1A. This is a great family entertainment. They have places for birthday parties, banquets, tourments and they do have group activities.

If there are any questions, you can ask for Bob Petersen who is the GM

also mention the board for discount.

 

http://www.cocoabeach.com/parks.html (additional information on entertainment for kids)

 

Deep-Sea Fishing:

 

Ocean Obession http://www.fishobsession.com/

Miss Cape Canaveral http://www.misscape.com/

Orlando Princess http://www.orlandoprincess.com/

 

Airboat Tours: http://www.airboatecotours.com/ or Adventure 321-636-2091

 

PARASAILING

Cocoa Beach Parasail - will pick up from Rusty's -PHONE 321-212-8277

See the Space Coast from a bird's eye view - Safe, fun and no experience neccessary

Owner Pam

http://www.cocoabeachparasail.com

 

Fishing and Diving Center 6300 North Atlantic Avenue, Cape Canaveral 321-783-3477 Excellent place for local information one to one on fishing, diving etc. Also a mom and pop owned shop.

Owner Rob Lamontagne

Brenda @ Fishing and Diving Charters---321-298-3690

 

EMERGENCY INFORMATION:

 

Cape Canaveral Hospital 701 W. Cocoa Beach Cswy (AKA) Hway 520 and phone number is 321-799-7111. The emergency room is located in the back of the hospital on the East side.

 

ABC Urgent Walk In Clinic is located at the White Rose Shopping Center 275 West Cocoa Beach on Hwy 520, Cocoa Beach, Fla. They just opened this month of November 2008 - Clean and VERY professional. You need no appointments and their hours are from 9AM to 7PM every day.

You can speak to Jennifer at 321-799-7777.

 

Health First Walk In Clinic is located in Cocoa Beach @105 South Banana River Blvd, Cocoa Beach and phone number is 321-868-8313 - hours are Monday -Friday 8AM to 7:30PM - Saturday 9am to 4pm and Sunday 9am to 1pm - this clinic is located near the South Publix in Cocoa Beach

 

Instant help for a bug bite (until you can get to your first aid kit)

 

If you are at the beach, wash the area with sea water and wet sand - if not available then wash with regular water and wipe dry

apply a heavy coat of clear nail polish and guess what? The itching and

stinging is gone like right now

 

Dental Clinic Emergency Service

 

Dr. David Boers, DDS

Island Cosmetic Family Dentistry

41 North Orlando Avenue

Cocoa Beach, Florida

321-799-1090

http://www.davidboers.com/

 

MOTION SICKNESS INFORMATION:

http://www.nomoremotionsickness.com/

http://studenttravel.about.com/od/bo...onsickness.htm

http://www.motioneaze.com/

http://www.motionsickness.net/aboutms.html

http://www.health911.com/remedies/rem_motion.htm

 

Sheriff's Department 321-868-1212 (Non emergency)

Tips hotline--321-432-8477

Fire Department 321-783-4777

Library----201 Polk Avenue Cape Canaveral 321-868-1101

Post office -321-783-3163 (in front of the Radisson)

 

EMERGENCY MEDICAL EQUIPMENT

Brevard Medical Equipment (will deliver and pick up all types of medical equipment needed including wheelchairs, Oxygen etc

to all cruise ships

 

119 North Banana River Blvd

Merritt Island, Fla

321-453-3370

http://www.brevardmedicalequip.com/

 

another source

http://www.lungusa.org/site/pp.asp?c=dvLUK9O0E&b=23052

 

EMERGENCY AUTO REPAIRS

Rapid Auto (Lou) honest and fair as the day is long

171 South Banana River Drive

Merritt Island, Fl.

321-459-0924

 

Amoco Spaceport Station (Triple A provider)

8000 Astronaut Blvd

Cape Canaveral, Fla

321-784-5228

 

REPLACEMENT CAR KEYS

Pop-A-Lock

321-783-1755

 

 

 

 

 

 

HAIR/NAIL/MAKEUP, NAILS EMERGENCY INFORMATION FOR WOMEN :-)

 

 

CLIP N' SAVE HAIR SALON

6500 North Atlantic Avenue

Cape Canaveral, Florida

321-866-9000

Ask for Ella or Nelson (great couple to work with)

OPENED 7 DAYS A WEEK

 

Discount if you mention this board

 

 

 

 

 

Diva's Nails located right at North Publix shopping center at 5675 North Atlantic Avenue - 321-799-2788

 

Stylz's by Danny Friend which is located on the cross street of Publix Sheppard Drive 321-784-2148 - 5505 North Atlantic Avenue, Cocoa Beach, Fla.

tell Danny or Cindy you got the information off the board for discount

 

 

 

Hollywood Nails located at South Publix shopping Center 2015 North Atlantic Avenue, Cocoa Beach – phone number 321-799-0844

 

 

 

CHILDREN ENTERTAINMENT

 

For Children entertainment is as follows:

 

Brevard Zoo which is located about a 25 min. drive from Cape Canaveral is located at 8225 N. Wickham Road, Melbourne, Fla and website is http://www.brevardzoo.org phone number is 321-254-9453 opens from 9:30am to 5pm.

 

The NEW Dinosaur Store is located right on highway 520 and phone number is 321-783-7300.

http://www.dinosaurstore.com/

Their new building opened March 20, 2009 and it is beautiful and very interesting. It is a 2 story high museum.

What a place for kids and adult kids to enjoy.

 

The 5600 gal aquarium located at 4 Points Sheridan Hotel located right next door to Ron Jon's.

 

Brevard Community College Planetarium-1519 Clearlake Road, Cocoa. Fla --321-433-7373

http://www.brevard.cc.fl.us/planet/

 

Both the Cocoa Beach Public Library (868-1104) and Cape Canaveral Public Library (868-1101) are only minutes away. You'll find Books-A-Million located in the Merritt Square Mall. The Barnes and Noble bookstore is located across the Mall.

Skating -

Try a sport that's not usually associated with Florida and enjoy ice skating at The Space Coast Ice Plex (504-7500).

Bowling -

Shore Lanes on Merritt Island (452-8880), Space Bowl (636-0808) and Satellite Beach Lanes (773-3558) are located about 20 minutes .

 

LOCAL FRIENDS OF BILL W.

http://www.aaspacecoast.org/images/header_02.jpg

http://www.aaspacecoast.org/WhereWhen.htm

 

 

EVER WONDER WHAT OTHER SHIP WILL BE IN PORT WITH YOU?

http://www.cruisecal.com/portal/ (no charge to register with this site)

http://www.cruisett.com/

 

INFORMATION ON MAZATLAN, MEXICO (DIRECT FROM THE ISLAND)

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1330088

thread by Frank

 

INFORMATION ON COSTA MAYA

http://costamayacruiseexcursions.com/

 

INFORMATION ON ST. THOMAS YOU MAY ENJOY KNOWING

http://www.godfreytoursvi.com/

http://www.magensbayvi.com/

http://www.**********/stthomas/beaches_stt/index.php

http://www.coralworldvi.com/

Information on coral world as posted on board about $3.00 off coupon

(Yes, we will accept the coupon. Remind our website manager to update the expiration date.)

Ok so you want to get some fishing in - here is a link that could help with decisions.

http://stthomascruiseexcursions.com/FishingStThomas.htm

 

Transportation information help in St Thomas?

http://www.**********/stthomas/gettin..._stt/taxi_stt/ Transportation information

 

INFORMATION ABOUT DOLPHIN ENCOUNTER IN NASSAU

http://www.dolphinencounters.com/

 

INFORMATION ABOUT THE STRAW MARKET IN NASSAU

http://www.bahamasgo.com/treasures/strawmarket.htm

 

DO YOU LIKE RUM CAKES? HERE IS THE PLACE FOR IT IN NASSAU

http://www.bahamasgo.com/bahamarumcake/images/logo.gif

 

INTERESTED IN TENNIS OR GOLFING IN NASSAU?

http://www.nassauparadiseisland.com/...iven=10&sub=43

http://www.nassaucountyny.gov/agenci...ive/index.html

 

INFORMATION ABOUT THE ZOO/ANIMAL ENCOUNTER IN NASSAU

http://www.ardastra.com/visit1.html

 

INFORMATION ON COZUMEL YOU MAY ENJOY KNOWING

http://cozumelcruiseexcursions.com/C...eBuggyTour.htm

http://www.paradise-beach-cozumel.com/

http://www.***********************/in...s/Page1001.htm

http://www.cozumelparks.com/eng/parks-chankanaab.asp

 

KEY WEST INFORMATION:

http://www.explorekeywesthistory.com...land-Shot4.jpg

http://www.historictours.com/keywest/

http://www.visitflorida.com/Key_West

http://www.keysnet.com/

http://keysso.net/images/index_photo...lighthouse.jpg

http://keywest.com/newbigmap.gif

http://www.keywest.com/graphics/KeyWestsm.jpg

http://www.keywesttravelguide.com/ke...-coupons.html#

http://www.keywest.com/

http://www.keywesttravelguide.com/

http://www.see-keywest.com/

http://www.sunsetcelebration.org/history.htm

 

Renata Lavenir

Conch Electric Cars of Key West

Ph:305.294.0995

Fax:877.718.1232

 

Mention this board and you will pay conch rates

Edited January 12, 2010 by snelsonbrown

Hello to all,

I just wanted again thanks Preston and others that made it possible to put together all the above information to make choices easier for everyone - I do not endorse any of the places or businesses that have been put on the list. It is just to give you a little more insight especially if you are traveling here for the first time.

Thanks again to all

Always

Shirley

 

PS forgot to add the link to the old thread in case you need to refer back to it at any time>

 

http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=436720

Edited January 12, 2010 by snelsonbrown

Preston -

 

I cannot believe you are bailing on me with less than a month to go until my cruise!. It's so unfair, I was hoping to meet you when I got down there.

 

On the other hand, if moving to rolling hills away from warm weather and surf is the best thing for you, then go for it.

 

It's sad to see the old thread closed, but perhaps this one will be easier for newbies to find the things they need rather than not asking or searching.

 

Preston and Shirley, thank you both to your tremendous contribution to so many cruises and vacations.

Hey there everyone-

I found the other thread to be helpful.......

Trying to talk my Hubby into renting a car in PC-I would like to take the kids to the Brevard Zoo and then maybe to the Jetty Park to play-I know they have a playground. Kids are 2 1/2 and 4 1/2, got to get some energy burnt up- :O)

Hope it warms up soon-sailing in 9 days-woo hoo

Debbie

Preston,

 

Thank you for all of your many hours, days, months and years you've spent contributing to these boards. You will be missed and I'm glad that I had the pleasure of benefiting from your wealth of information.

 

I wish you the best in your new home and state.

 

Stay well,

Annette

Shirley,

 

Thank you for your hard work and dedication to this thread also. You and Preston have complimented each other tremendously. To think that you've already begun to recreate the thread. Incredible:)

 

You're the best.

Annette

Amazing information on here, thank you so much, already cleared up some major issues I was having!!!

 

Quick question: Does anyone know how far it is from Thrifty to the Dock that the Dream would be at? (If that's possible...I don't really know how this stuff works! lol)

 

Anyway, I saw someone say that the best idea would be to drop the family/luggage off at the dock, then bring the car back and take the rent a car shuttle. Just wondering how long my family would be wondering around on the dock for! lol

 

L8r,

Shirley,

 

Thank you for your hard work and dedication to this thread also. You and Preston have complimented each other tremendously. To think that you've already begun to recreate the thread. Incredible:)

 

You're the best.

Annette

 

I am very sad that the other thread was closed down and I am really really hoping that Preston will come back - the information that was included here will change from time to time for places come and go and since it can not be edited to update the information, at least you have some head's up as to what is going on, The information could NOT have been done without Preston and I can NOt keep up what he was doing so with the capacity of being able to use BOTH of the threads, just maybe folks will find all their answers.

Thanks for the kindness

Hey there everyone-

I found the other thread to be helpful.......

Trying to talk my Hubby into renting a car in PC-I would like to take the kids to the Brevard Zoo and then maybe to the Jetty Park to play-I know they have a playground. Kids are 2 1/2 and 4 1/2, got to get some energy burnt up- :O)

Hope it warms up soon-sailing in 9 days-woo hoo

Debbie

 

good choices and YEP WE ARE OUT OF THE DEE[ FREEZE - broke all Florida weather records with the freeze we had - it was so unusual to go to work but had to get all the ice off the car first- don't know how folks do it up North, but I can tell you this, sure do respect all of those that have that experience every day of their lives in the winters etc.

Amazing information on here, thank you so much, already cleared up some major issues I was having!!!

 

Quick question: Does anyone know how far it is from Thrifty to the Dock that the Dream would be at? (If that's possible...I don't really know how this stuff works! lol)

 

Anyway, I saw someone say that the best idea would be to drop the family/luggage off at the dock, then bring the car back and take the rent a car shuttle. Just wondering how long my family would be wondering around on the dock for! lol

 

L8r,

As Preston would say, I believe, stay together and the port is about 2 miles from Thrifty.

You can refer back to the old thread and go to search or maybe someone will post that info OR go to the above information site and read it all the way through for there are maps, chamber of commerce information, Port Canaveral information and will answer ALL of your questions -

I know how much I appreciated that thread when planning my departures from Port Canaveral. Thank you Preston, and Shirley, and a big thanks for combining all that great information and putting it in a new thread!

Boy oh boy Preston,,,a little cold weather in Cocoa Beach and you are "Heading for the Hills":p:p

 

Sure gonna miss you and your wit on the boards. I got a chance to meet Shirley last time I cruised outta Canaveral in 09, was hoping to catch you on my next sail. As always, thanks for all the help you've given over the years, and best of luck to you in your new endeavors. You and Shirley made this guy feel like a local whenever I was in Cocoa Beach!!

see Preston why you should come back cause I KNOW YOU ARE READING THIS THREAD :)

so many miss you expecially your humor

Does anyone know if there is acompany that will deliver gifts to the Carnival Dream? I know they used to do this in Ft lauderdale.

Thanks in advance for any help.

Any input regarding which to use? They are the two closest locations to the Port. Would prefer to use Avis but it looks like it is further away.

I posted this same question as it's own thread a few minutes ago... but then thought maybe someone in this thread might know the answer and help me!

 

 

I used Priceline last year and was very pleased with the pre-cruise hotel I got in Tampa. I would like to use Priceline again for our Port Canaveral cruise in April but am unsure WHAT HOTELS are available through Priceline. I currently have the Radisson booked, but will cancel is I chose to go the Priceline route instead.

 

When I go to "Name Your Own Price", it gives me 5 areas to chose from. Can anyone tell me if I should chose "Cape Canaveral"?

How far is the Avis from the port?? That is the one we are using, as we are preferred members and got an excellent price for a 2 day rental!!

Cape Canaveral, Cocoa Beach are all thisclose to everything - the car rentals are about 3 miles or less --starting down from Hertz, Budget, Thrifty/Dollar, Avis, Enterprise - if all would research the old "I work in Port Canaveral" plus the new information that was listed, all answers can be reached.

Thanks

Shirley

We are 3 families 13 total people - would you just rent seperate cars to take you from the Orlando air port to the Radisson then return the car at the port canaveral the next day - even thou we really won't be using the car for the night.

 

Or would you do some kinda shuttle service just to the Radisson since they have shuttle service to the port the next day? We don't have to all go in the same vehicle.

 

Thanks!!

I posted this same question as it's own thread a few minutes ago... but then thought maybe someone in this thread might know the answer and help me!

 

 

I used Priceline last year and was very pleased with the pre-cruise hotel I got in Tampa. I would like to use Priceline again for our Port Canaveral cruise in April but am unsure WHAT HOTELS are available through Priceline. I currently have the Radisson booked, but will cancel is I chose to go the Priceline route instead.

 

When I go to "Name Your Own Price", it gives me 5 areas to chose from. Can anyone tell me if I should chose "Cape Canaveral"?

 

I don't know what you are looking for in a hotel but I recently bid on my first hotel on priceline. I bid on cape canaveral, 2.5 stars, $49. I ""won" the country inn and suites. I was very happy with the results.

 

Hope this helps

I felt I just had to post a response to this thread. This is an example of how the cruise critic board used to be and am thrilled to see this particular thread revived! Thanks once again to Preston and Shirley for all the help throughout the years!:D