snelsonbrown Posted January 23, 2011 #1176 Share Posted January 23, 2011 (edited) I just read about the horrendous accident on the Beachline on Merritt Island. My prayers to the families of the 2 drivers. Shirley I read on DIS boards that you and your DH missed this mess by 15 minutes, thank goodness you're ok. I'm wondering now how we should alter our route to get to PC now. We will be coming from I95. I read the eastbound lane could be close for 25 days or so. I'm sure many of us would appreciate a suggested route. Thank you in advance for suggestions. JoAnn Hello JoAnn, Norm and I got on the East bound side around 3:20 PM - traffic was normal and less than 15 minutes later, everyone was yelling about a horrific accident there on Merritt Island. I lived here when 528 was started and remembered how many times my children played on that bridge after its construction but still closed to traffic - the accident was very sad Anyhow I will keep posting the updates from the newspaper so that you can see what the planned route is - We took it yesterday and although it is not going to be as easy as driving straight through, I really believe everyone will be ok - just be cautious which is something that should be done anyway. Blessings always http://www.floridatoday.com/article/20110123/NEWS01/101230328/1006/Crews+scurry+to+repair+road PS Joann you can get off at Hwy 520 and drive through Cocoa, Merritt Island and then Cocoa Beach - the only turn you will make is once you get into Cocoa Beach - you turn LEFT TO GO TO CAPE CANAVERAL or RIGHT TO COCOA BEACH - you can call or email any of the hotels you are staying at and I know they will do everything possible to make your trip over as easy as possible Edited January 23, 2011 by snelsonbrown Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMS920 Posted January 23, 2011 #1177 Share Posted January 23, 2011 Shirley, I'm looking at a Google map now, it looks like if we get off at 520 and stay on till we hit A1A would work too. We're saying at the Radisson. Thanks for any updates. JoAnn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
psblin99 Posted January 23, 2011 Author #1178 Share Posted January 23, 2011 Shirley, I'm looking at a Google map now, it looks like if we get off at 520 and stay on till we hit A1A would work too. We're saying at the Radisson. Thanks for any updates. JoAnn That will work but my guess is that it will take you longer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bakincakes Posted January 23, 2011 #1179 Share Posted January 23, 2011 (edited) Have anyone use Executive Vip limo service lately? I'm trying to find any reviews, pictures, or limo type info if you have any. I'm hoping to use them for our Disney Cruise in June. TIA We just used them and were extremely happy with their service. We rode in a stretch limo from MCO to the Radisson(The town car we were to use was running late. So Mike used the stretch....:D)..and had a Lincoln Town Car for the ride from the port to MCO after our cruise. Cars were very clean and in good condition. PS...I would book them ASAP..they are very busy with cruise pax...and they are reasonably priced so they book up quickly. Edited January 23, 2011 by Bakincakes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Penn Mom Posted January 23, 2011 #1180 Share Posted January 23, 2011 Hi! We used VIP limo when the Pride docked at the port in December. Michael was GREAT and so was the price. He took us to the Kennedy Space Center and piicked us up for the return trip. I would definitely use them again!! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTO-Girl Posted January 28, 2011 #1181 Share Posted January 28, 2011 Bumping this back to Page 1........where it belongs......:D Too much good info...... Happy Sailing Everone!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
psblin99 Posted January 29, 2011 Author #1182 Share Posted January 29, 2011 Bumping this back to Page 1........where it belongs......:D Too much good info...... Happy Sailing Everone!!! I agree. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snelsonbrown Posted January 29, 2011 #1183 Share Posted January 29, 2011 OMG come on down - our weather is beautiful and will be up in the 80's next week Now listen closely DO NOT BRING THE COLD WEATHER DOWN WITH YA OK!!!!!!!!!!!!! The sun is out and it seems just like a cool spring day --no not bragging, just wanted to share :) hugsssssssssssss Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cowetamom Posted January 29, 2011 #1184 Share Posted January 29, 2011 OMG come on down - our weather is beautiful and will be up in the 80's next weekNow listen closely DO NOT BRING THE COLD WEATHER DOWN WITH YA OK!!!!!!!!!!!!! The sun is out and it seems just like a cool spring day --no not bragging, just wanted to share :) hugsssssssssssss We will be there on Feb 7th. Please have good weather for us that week! We are supposed to have snow here this coming week, ugh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
psblin99 Posted January 29, 2011 Author #1185 Share Posted January 29, 2011 OMG come on down - our weather is beautiful and will be up in the 80's next weekNow listen closely DO NOT BRING THE COLD WEATHER DOWN WITH YA OK!!!!!!!!!!!!! The sun is out and it seems just like a cool spring day --no not bragging, just wanted to share :) hugsssssssssssss Shirley i could not agree more. I have my windows open!!!!!! You are all welcome to come here but we must insist you leave the cold at the border. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
acceber32 Posted January 29, 2011 #1186 Share Posted January 29, 2011 We used Avis rental car to get from Disney World (we stayed for a few days before our cruise) to port on 1/15. Renting from the Hilton near Downtown Disney was pretty simple and we got our car quickly. Drove to Avis in Cape Canaveral without any problems. Once we got there and returned the car we found out that one of Avis's shuttle buses had broke down and there were about 15 people waiting for transportation to the port. However, after a short wait (maybe 5 minutes) a Budget shuttle and the other Avis shuttle pulled up and everyone was able to make it to the port. The Avis employees apologized for the inconvenience and were very nice. Once we returned from the cruise we waited for about 15 minutes for the shuttle to pick us up from port and take us back to the rental office. We got a car and were on our way with no problems. We did forget to fill the car up before returning it to MCO (our fault completely, as we got close to the airport we didn't see a gas station and just decided to return the car) so it did cost us an extra $13.99 for the gas. The only complaint I have was that we were charged for LDW even though we declined it. I kept my receipt that shows we declined it even though the email receipt I received shows we were charged for it and they are refunding the charge (I'm still waiting for my refund though and it's been 5 days, they said it would take 48 hours). But overall everything was very simple. I know I had read some negative reviews of the Cape Canaveral Avis lately and I just wanted to put it out there that our experience was a good one despite a few problems and that we would use them again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snelsonbrown Posted January 29, 2011 #1187 Share Posted January 29, 2011 We used Avis rental car to get from Disney World (we stayed for a few days before our cruise) to port on 1/15. Renting from the Hilton near Downtown Disney was pretty simple and we got our car quickly. Drove to Avis in Cape Canaveral without any problems. Once we got there and returned the car we found out that one of Avis's shuttle buses had broke down and there were about 15 people waiting for transportation to the port. However, after a short wait (maybe 5 minutes) a Budget shuttle and the other Avis shuttle pulled up and everyone was able to make it to the port. The Avis employees apologized for the inconvenience and were very nice. Once we returned from the cruise we waited for about 15 minutes for the shuttle to pick us up from port and take us back to the rental office. We got a car and were on our way with no problems. We did forget to fill the car up before returning it to MCO (our fault completely, as we got close to the airport we didn't see a gas station and just decided to return the car) so it did cost us an extra $13.99 for the gas. The only complaint I have was that we were charged for LDW even though we declined it. I kept my receipt that shows we declined it even though the email receipt I received shows we were charged for it and they are refunding the charge (I'm still waiting for my refund though and it's been 5 days, they said it would take 48 hours). But overall everything was very simple. I know I had read some negative reviews of the Cape Canaveral Avis lately and I just wanted to put it out there that our experience was a good one despite a few problems and that we would use them again. Look drop Bob from Avis a note if you don't get your refund soon and he will take care of it without any further problems - this email is Surfercal8@aol.com Budget and Avis are sisters but really all the rental agencies help each other here when it is needed which is something I really respect them for. Glad all went well and come back when you can Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
psblin99 Posted January 29, 2011 Author #1188 Share Posted January 29, 2011 We used Avis rental car to get from Disney World (we stayed for a few days before our cruise) to port on 1/15. Renting from the Hilton near Downtown Disney was pretty simple and we got our car quickly. Drove to Avis in Cape Canaveral without any problems. Once we got there and returned the car we found out that one of Avis's shuttle buses had broke down and there were about 15 people waiting for transportation to the port. However, after a short wait (maybe 5 minutes) a Budget shuttle and the other Avis shuttle pulled up and everyone was able to make it to the port. The Avis employees apologized for the inconvenience and were very nice. Once we returned from the cruise we waited for about 15 minutes for the shuttle to pick us up from port and take us back to the rental office. We got a car and were on our way with no problems. We did forget to fill the car up before returning it to MCO (our fault completely, as we got close to the airport we didn't see a gas station and just decided to return the car) so it did cost us an extra $13.99 for the gas. The only complaint I have was that we were charged for LDW even though we declined it. I kept my receipt that shows we declined it even though the email receipt I received shows we were charged for it and they are refunding the charge (I'm still waiting for my refund though and it's been 5 days, they said it would take 48 hours). But overall everything was very simple. I know I had read some negative reviews of the Cape Canaveral Avis lately and I just wanted to put it out there that our experience was a good one despite a few problems and that we would use them again. With as many as 10,000 people in and out of here on any given day all do an amazing job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snelsonbrown Posted January 31, 2011 #1189 Share Posted January 31, 2011 Just want the doctor ordered - a very super nice week - temp going into the near 70's &80's (LOTS OF SUNSHINE) with cool in the evening such as the 60's -------what a way to start a cruise huh ENJOY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisingrightalong Posted January 31, 2011 #1190 Share Posted January 31, 2011 And they are rolling out the Discovery for her last "cruise" thru space. Lou Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTO-Girl Posted February 1, 2011 #1191 Share Posted February 1, 2011 bump Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie43 Posted February 1, 2011 #1192 Share Posted February 1, 2011 I have tried to read most of this thread and need some help. We are a group of seven and have the following needs: 1. a nice clean hotel or condo (pre-cruise) 2. transportation from Orlando to Port Canaveral and back again 3. dinner the night before our cruise Our group includes five "twenty- somethings" so we are looking for fun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
psblin99 Posted February 2, 2011 Author #1193 Share Posted February 2, 2011 I have tried to read most of this thread and need some help. We are a group of seven and have the following needs: 1. a nice clean hotel or condo (pre-cruise) 2. transportation from Orlando to Port Canaveral and back again 3. dinner the night before our cruise Our group includes five "twenty- somethings" so we are looking for fun Try this link http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showp...&postcount=862 As for food the port has 4 hoppin places! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie43 Posted February 2, 2011 #1194 Share Posted February 2, 2011 Try this link http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showp...&postcount=862 As for food the port has 4 hoppin places! What are the names of the hopping places? Is the raddison clean and in good condition? Thanks for the information.... I appreciate the advice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
psblin99 Posted February 2, 2011 Author #1195 Share Posted February 2, 2011 What are the names of the hopping places? Is the raddison clean and in good condition? Thanks for the information.... I appreciate the advice Grills, Rustys, Fish Lips, Milikens and yes to the Radisson! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bakincakes Posted February 3, 2011 #1196 Share Posted February 3, 2011 (edited) What are the names of the hopping places? Is the raddison clean and in good condition? Thanks for the information.... I appreciate the advice Radisson is wonderful and Joe P and Robert are two great guys who go the extra mile to make certain their guests are well taken care of.:) Edited February 3, 2011 by Bakincakes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
psblin99 Posted February 4, 2011 Author #1197 Share Posted February 4, 2011 You will be happy with the Radisson! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snelsonbrown Posted February 4, 2011 #1198 Share Posted February 4, 2011 (edited) Good morning everybody I am getting ready to update post #862 and wanted to know if anyone had any special inquires for me to check on and listed on the update - I know some of the links are broken, but will try to make sure every one of them are working although not much time is given for editing and me I get so darn nervous with the rushing just to make sure they all work such as the weather, where to get the best gas prices, etc. I have to make some changes since of the businesses are no longer opened to prevent folks from going only to find that the place is no longer there - Anyhow just give me a heads up ok? Oh by the way, the new bridge is really going up fast and looks like the company will meet the deadline. Again I know it is very inconvient BUT at least it does move and you will get to where you want to go - please keep the patience high and the speed slow:) Thanks for everything everyone does for each other here - you are so appreciated Hugssssssssssss just me chatting with you during early coffee time :) Edited February 4, 2011 by snelsonbrown Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
esther e Posted February 4, 2011 #1199 Share Posted February 4, 2011 I paid little attention to the bridge fire, but now we're going to be driving south on I-95 to the port. I don't imagine that the construction will affect us from I-95 east, but not sure. What do you think? Should we just stay on A1A or not? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stones902 Posted February 4, 2011 #1200 Share Posted February 4, 2011 Thanks for your efforts and updates on local information! I am sure it is much appreciated by everyone accessing this thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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