cruz chic Posted June 8, 2014 #1 Share Posted June 8, 2014 For those that have stayed at the riverside hotel, can anyone tell me if there is a drugstore and or grocery store close to the riverside hotel in Fort Lauderdale? I would like to walk there. I have also asked this on the departure boards. Thx. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted June 8, 2014 #2 Share Posted June 8, 2014 I'm not being a 'smart mouth' but just want to suggest you might call the hotel and ask the concierge or operator. There are some HAL CC'ers who stay in that hotel but you might get the info faster by calling the hotel's toll free number..... or e-mail them? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruz chic Posted June 8, 2014 Author #3 Share Posted June 8, 2014 I may do that but I've sent emails to hotels a few times and have never gotten an answer. If I come up dry, that will like be my next step. Thx. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamaofami Posted June 8, 2014 #4 Share Posted June 8, 2014 I've stayed there a few times. There are lots of restaurants and clothing stores in walking distance but not a grocery or drug store. Hope that helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruz chic Posted June 8, 2014 Author #5 Share Posted June 8, 2014 I've stayed there a few times. There are lots of restaurants and clothing stores in walking distance but not a grocery or drug store. Hope that helps. Thank you! Appreciate the info. On to plan b now:D. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamaofami Posted June 8, 2014 #6 Share Posted June 8, 2014 Wait....while I've never seen it, I googled and found a pharmacy at: 1201 E Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 (954) 462-4166 Riverside Hotel is at 620 E. Los Olas Maybe walkable or at least a short taxi ride. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruz chic Posted June 8, 2014 Author #7 Share Posted June 8, 2014 Wait....while I've never seen it, I googled and found a pharmacy at:1201 E Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 (954) 462-4166 Riverside Hotel is at 620 E. Los Olas Maybe walkable or at least a short taxi ride. Thank you so much for that. I haven't stayed in that area before so this is very helpful! I appreciate it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted June 8, 2014 #8 Share Posted June 8, 2014 (edited) Los Olas is a lovely street with galleries, upscale shops, lots of restaurants both casual and up scale. It is very safe and very walkable. As a woman traveling alone, I would feel fine about going out early eveing for dinner or a walk. From that hotel to Port Everglades, depending upon traffic, is about 15 minutes, give or take. Edited June 8, 2014 by sail7seas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donaldsc Posted June 8, 2014 #9 Share Posted June 8, 2014 I may do that but I've sent emails to hotels a few times and have never gotten an answer. If I come up dry, that will like be my next step. Thx. In almost any travel situation, if you have a short non-complicated question, it is better to call than e-mail. Calls not not be ignored by the recipient; e-mails can. DON Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare POA1 Posted June 8, 2014 #10 Share Posted June 8, 2014 The nearest full size grocery store is a Publix at SE 6th Street and Andrews Avenue. It's about 15 minute walk. It's 0.7 miles (1 km) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunsetbeachgal Posted June 8, 2014 #11 Share Posted June 8, 2014 (edited) There is (or was when we stayed there) definitely a convenience type store as we walked there and bought a couple bottles of wine to carry on the ship. It is a really lovely area and we enjoyed staying there. Edited June 8, 2014 by sunsetbeachgal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruz chic Posted June 8, 2014 Author #12 Share Posted June 8, 2014 Thx everyone! Great info. I appreciate everyone for taking the time to answer :). Sounds like I'll be able to get everything I need within walking distance, except the port. Looking forward to trying someone new :). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare POA1 Posted June 8, 2014 #13 Share Posted June 8, 2014 Thx everyone! Great info. I appreciate everyone for taking the time to answer :). Sounds like I'll be able to get everything I need within walking distance, except the port. Looking forward to trying someone new :). How many days are you there? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizzie68 Posted June 8, 2014 #14 Share Posted June 8, 2014 In almost any travel situation, if you have a short non-complicated question, it is better to call than e-mail. Calls not not be ignored by the recipient; e-mails can. DON Oh yes they can, when you immediately get put on hold and you're calling long distance from another country!:eek: (I've experience this). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruz chic Posted June 8, 2014 Author #15 Share Posted June 8, 2014 How many days are you there? I'll be there 2 days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare POA1 Posted June 8, 2014 #16 Share Posted June 8, 2014 I'll be there 2 days. There are a lot of really nice restaurants within a block or two of your hotel. You should find plenty to do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruz chic Posted June 8, 2014 Author #17 Share Posted June 8, 2014 There are a lot of really nice restaurants within a block or two of your hotel. You should find plenty to do. I'll be going shopping too at the galleria. Too many things to do and not enough time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted June 8, 2014 #18 Share Posted June 8, 2014 I suggested e-mail as I know cruz chic would be calling from Canada. I am not familier with toll free calling to FLL from her home area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mudscraper Posted June 8, 2014 #19 Share Posted June 8, 2014 There is a CVS pharmacy a few blocks away on the NW corner of Federal Hwy. and Broward. Federal Hwy. is the street just west of the hotel. A short walk north on Fed. Hwy. takes you to the CVS. Wine,pop,snacks etc can be found there. The pharmacy on Las Olas is quite small. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruz chic Posted June 8, 2014 Author #20 Share Posted June 8, 2014 I believe they do have a toll free number because I called to the get the triple a rate for my stay. Fortunately, I won't have to call them now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted June 8, 2014 #21 Share Posted June 8, 2014 I believe they do have a toll free number because I called to the get the triple a rate for my stay. Fortunately, I won't have to call them now. :confused: What is "the triple a rate"? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamaofami Posted June 8, 2014 #22 Share Posted June 8, 2014 . Triple A rate is from A A A. Automobile Association. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted June 8, 2014 #23 Share Posted June 8, 2014 The nearest full size grocery store is a Publix at SE 6th Street and Andrews Avenue. It's about 15 minute walk. It's 0.7 miles (1 km) There are a lot of really nice restaurants within a block or two of your hotel. You should find plenty to do. Great information!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruz chic Posted June 8, 2014 Author #24 Share Posted June 8, 2014 . Triple A rate is from A A A. Automobile Association. Correct. I think it was about $20 less a night then I originally booked at. Every bit helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huskerchick Posted June 8, 2014 #25 Share Posted June 8, 2014 Las Olas is one of our favorite dining destinations. Lots of great little places, shops, galleries and Kilwin's ice cream (about 2 blks from Riverside Hotel) is a must do. They make their own cones, fudge and candies. You didn't ask but Season's 52 at the Galleria Mall is quite good and Blue Martini is great for ppl watching. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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