LaurieHoffman Posted August 8, 2011 #1676 Share Posted August 8, 2011 Coming off the Carnival Dream, what time do you ask the limo company to pick you up? We don't have an early flight out; in fact, we don't fly out until the next day and are not in a big hurry to get off the ship. Thanks to this thread and all your recommendations I booked with Michael at Executive VIP Limo, but can't figure out what time to give him for pickup. Thanks in advance! In my opinion it depends on what zone you have to disembark. We were 17 and didn't rush but waited for our one to be called. This gave us time to wake up, get ready, head to breakfast in the MDR - with our luggage - finish breakfast and then easily walk off the ship approx 9:20 AM.. We had a renta car shuttle so they continued to come and pick people up so we didn't have to specify a time but to be safe you might say 10 AM - 10:30 AM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cocoabeachnative Posted August 8, 2011 #1677 Share Posted August 8, 2011 Coming off the Carnival Dream, what time do you ask the limo company to pick you up? We don't have an early flight out; in fact, we don't fly out until the next day and are not in a big hurry to get off the ship. Thanks to this thread and all your recommendations I booked with Michael at Executive VIP Limo, but can't figure out what time to give him for pickup. Thanks in advance! Michael and Executive vip limo are very good and have vehicles waiting by the ships. You can call them once you clear customs or once you get off of the ship. Your vehicle will be there in 5 minutes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snelsonbrown Posted August 8, 2011 #1678 Share Posted August 8, 2011 this is new information that you may find helpful enjoy!!!!!!!!!! Cocoa Beach Taxi Hi Shirley, I wanted to let you know that everyday here at Cocoa Beach Taxi we are letting the customer decide the fare between Cocoa Beach, Port Canaveral & Merritt Island. We did it one day and had a good response so it will be everyday all day. 3 hours Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snelsonbrown Posted August 8, 2011 #1679 Share Posted August 8, 2011 Michael and Executive vip limo are very good and have vehicleswaiting by the ships. You can call them once you clear customs or once you get off of the ship. Your vehicle will be there in 5 minutes. Michael just got one of the the prettiest black limo stocked to the top with goodies and he is just one super young man - I guess my deepest respect is that he takes such good care of his mom and mom in law and to top it all - a true local that knows the area as well as he does Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisegirl1 Posted August 9, 2011 #1680 Share Posted August 9, 2011 (edited) We’ve had so many good restaurant recommendations - THANKS TO THESE BOARDS, and have enjoyed lots of good meals from seafood to Cuban fare. This time, for our upcoming Monarch sailing (this week:)) , we think we’d like some local Italian – you know - a small place with some good pasta or even pizza. (Alcohol sales are also a must). No chains please What do you recommend? Thanks Marci Edited August 9, 2011 by cruisegirl1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snelsonbrown Posted August 9, 2011 #1681 Share Posted August 9, 2011 (edited) [quote name='cruisegirl1']We’ve had so many good restaurant recommendations - THANKS TO THESE BOARDS, and have enjoyed lots of good meals from seafood to Cuban fare. This time, for our upcoming Monarch sailing (this week:)) , we think we’d like some local Italian – you know - a small place with some good pasta or even pizza. (Alcohol sales are also a must). No chains please What do you recommend? Thanks Marci[/QUOTE] You got to try Brando's in Cocoa Beach - the food is outstanding and so is the atmosphere. Here is the information 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 Phone number is 321-783-6031 – and yes they have a full liquor license and nope they are not a chain. The GM is Erin and she is a great young lady that will answer any questions etc for you also If you mention this board, she will make sure you will get a nice treat at no charge. Edited August 9, 2011 by snelsonbrown Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisegirl1 Posted August 9, 2011 #1682 Share Posted August 9, 2011 (edited) Shirley - you are the BEST Thanks, Marci Edited August 9, 2011 by cruisegirl1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snelsonbrown Posted August 9, 2011 #1683 Share Posted August 9, 2011 [quote name='cruisegirl1']Shirley - you are the BEST Thanks, Marci[/QUOTE] you are most welcomed :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr and Mrs C Posted August 11, 2011 #1684 Share Posted August 11, 2011 I am looking at booking La Quinta Inn, in Cocoa Beach, and leaving our vehicle there for the week, is this a safe place to leave it while on the cruise? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snelsonbrown Posted August 11, 2011 #1685 Share Posted August 11, 2011 (edited) [quote name='Mr and Mrs C']I am looking at booking La Quinta Inn, in Cocoa Beach, and leaving our vehicle there for the week, is this a safe place to leave it while on the cruise? Thanks![/QUOTE] Without one doubt - they are very conscience about their guest welfare, safety and enjoyment ENJOY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Edited August 11, 2011 by snelsonbrown Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Clay Clayton Posted August 11, 2011 #1686 Share Posted August 11, 2011 [quote name='Mr and Mrs C']I am looking at booking La Quinta Inn, in Cocoa Beach, and leaving our vehicle there for the week, is this a safe place to leave it while on the cruise? Thanks![/quote] Our friends used their park and cruise deal last year and didn't have any issues with the car. However, they were less than pleased about the overall condition of the room. Old furniture and mattresses, clean but not overly so, etc. They have said if they decide to drive for our cruise this October, that they will likely stay somewhere else, even if it means a few extra dollars. In fact,they are considering Pricelining a room and then using the car park that Shirley has checked out. The total will likely be less than staying at La Quinta. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STARFISH*4 Posted August 12, 2011 #1687 Share Posted August 12, 2011 [quote name='Thestapels']. In 20 days we will be staying at the Comfort Inn & Suites in Cocoa Beach. We wanted to be closer to the beach this time. Enjoy your stay.[/quote] we are staying there in December, looking forward to hearing about your stay--PLEASE let us know!! ENJOY:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeKool Posted August 13, 2011 #1688 Share Posted August 13, 2011 [quote name='Clay Clayton']Our friends used their park and cruise deal last year and didn't have any issues with the car. However, they were less than pleased about the overall condition of the room. Old furniture and mattresses, clean but not overly so, etc. They have said if they decide to drive for our cruise this October, that they will likely stay somewhere else, even if it means a few extra dollars. In fact,they are considering Pricelining a room and then using the car park that Shirley has checked out. The total will likely be less than staying at La Quinta.[/QUOTE] I agree with your friends Clay. Stayed there last September and wasn't too impressed. Will be in CB this Oct but am having a hard time finding a NICE hotel on the beach with a BALCONY. Might have to rethink plans and stay in Orlando. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTO-Girl Posted August 16, 2011 #1689 Share Posted August 16, 2011 Hey Preston & Shirley!!!! Just giving this great link a bump...... Look forward to coming back to your area in October.....:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Gail & Marty sailing away Posted August 17, 2011 #1690 Share Posted August 17, 2011 Any new parking places? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m2you Posted August 17, 2011 #1691 Share Posted August 17, 2011 So glad I found this link. We are sailing in Febraury and had no idea the Port was a considerable distance from Orlando airport. Must get researching Hotels and services. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTO-Girl Posted August 17, 2011 #1692 Share Posted August 17, 2011 [quote=we're sailing away....;30221154]Any new parking places?[/quote] There's a new Park and Cruise very close to the port that only charges $6.99 per day. They run a shuttle to and from the port. Haven't used them myself, but they have been getting some good reviews. Shirley and Prestion have the info somewhere on this thread.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snelsonbrown Posted August 17, 2011 #1693 Share Posted August 17, 2011 [QUOTE=we're sailing away....;30221154]Any new parking places?[/QUOTE] OK another opened up last week and it is by Beach Line Shuttle - this one is located less than 2 miles from the port - you also can do a search and find more - Radisson has the parking as well as Park and Cruise. Good luck with ever you decide on:) [url]http://www.portcanaveralandcruiseshipparking.com/[/url] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Gail & Marty sailing away Posted August 17, 2011 #1694 Share Posted August 17, 2011 [quote name='snelsonbrown']OK another opened up last week and it is by Beach Line Shuttle - this one is located less than 2 miles from the port - you also can do a search and find more - Radisson has the parking as well as Park and Cruise. Good luck with ever you decide on:) [URL]http://www.portcanaveralandcruiseshipparking.com/[/URL][/quote] Thanks for the info Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Racefan9 Posted August 19, 2011 #1695 Share Posted August 19, 2011 We are trying to decide between these two as we have some Marriott points. Are they close to one another? It looks like we can walk to Ron Jons from Courtyard....true for Residence also? Thanks so much! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snelsonbrown Posted August 19, 2011 #1696 Share Posted August 19, 2011 [quote name='Racefan9']We are trying to decide between these two as we have some Marriott points. Are they close to one another? It looks like we can walk to Ron Jons from Courtyard....true for Residence also? Thanks so much![/QUOTE] Good morning Racefan9 If you stay at the Marriott Courtyard, you are close to Ron Jon, CB Surf Shop, shopping, Dinosaur Shop, restaurants etc - everything is just about walking distance without no problem Residence Inn, unless you are a long distance walker, you will need a ride which can be the local bus - if you check just above my name below, you will a lot of answers ENJOY!!!!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puglove03 Posted August 22, 2011 #1697 Share Posted August 22, 2011 Good morning Shirley. Just checking in will be there in 2 weeks from today. See u soon! Can't wait. Berna Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bilyclub Posted August 24, 2011 #1698 Share Posted August 24, 2011 What is the powers that be reason, for not making this a sticky? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deanswife1990 Posted August 26, 2011 #1699 Share Posted August 26, 2011 I was wondering if I could get some help or recommendations. We got a great rate at the Country Inn and Suites in Port Canaveral and the rate did not include cruise parking. Would it be better to pay the $30 per vehicle (2 vans) and then pay additional monies for 3 people to ride shuttle from hotel to the port ($8 each) or would it be better to use one of the off site park n cruise lots? If you think a park and cruise lot, do you have a list? Is there one you can recommend over the other? Is the parking secure? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bankergrl Posted August 26, 2011 #1700 Share Posted August 26, 2011 Shirley, Hope you and your family are all safe down there with Irene coming up the coast!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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