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Ellya

Ellya

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Be sure to make arrangements of some type for your luggage. Some people rent a car to use and store luggage in. Others rent a hotel room for the day to store luggage and enjoy the facilities.

 

I don't recommend the Everglades tour that is offered by

HAL. It was overpriced and very low quality.

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anjan

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Be sure to make arrangements of some type for your luggage. Some people rent a car to use and store luggage in. Others rent a hotel room for the day to store luggage and enjoy the facilities.

 

I don't recommend the Everglades tour that is offered by

HAL. It was overpriced and very low quality.

Thanks Ellya,

We were thinking of taking the everglades tour, but hadn't heard much about it. Our plane does not leave until 5pm and we were trying to come up with something to do.

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Southbound

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Many of the major hotel chains provide a "courtesy" service for travelers in situations similar to yours. They have a secure, walk-in-type closet where luggage can be left for a nominal charge. It is manned by a hotel employee and a receipt is given, which must be turned in when luggage is picked up. We recently had a similar situation with family who came into New York City's Grand Central Station by train from Washington, D.C. for the day wanting to do some sightseeing before continuing on to Florida. They spotted a major hotel nearby, walked in, inquired about baggage-hold service at the front desk, was told it was available for a $5 charge, and enjoyed a full day exploring the Big Apple. The Sheraton at the FLL airport may very well offer such a service. Worth a phone call.

Have a great cruise! :)

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dakrewser

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Thanks Ellya,

We were thinking of taking the everglades tour, but hadn't heard much about it. Our plane does not leave until 5pm and we were trying to come up with something to do.

We enjoyed the Everglades tour - it certainly beats sitting at the airport.

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Sue's Mom

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I am really interested in this thread. I am going to email the Renaissance (which we are staying for two nights pre-cruise) about the baggage service.

 

KK (or anyone else), can you please let me have details of how to book an airboat ride. I had not realised that we were that near to the Everglades.

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dakrewser

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I am really interested in this thread. I am going to email the Renaissance (which we are staying for two nights pre-cruise) about the baggage service.

 

KK (or anyone else)' date=' can you please let me have details of how to book an airboat ride. I had not realised that we were that near to the Everglades.[/quote']

We booked it thru shore excursions - Airboat ride & airport transfer. Details here.

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Ziggy7

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Thanks Ellya,

We were thinking of taking the everglades tour, but hadn't heard much about it. Our plane does not leave until 5pm and we were trying to come up with something to do.

This was alot of fun but keep in mind it gets you to the airport by 1pm, our plane didnt leave to 4:50 pm and you cant check in til 2 hours prior. Not much to eat on this side of the security gates either :(

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WindyCity

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I just called the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood and asked about them holding the luggage - they said no problem and NO FEE. Just take the luggage to the bell boy station. He also said they have a shuttle service that can be arranged to pick you up from port and then, later, take you to the airport. He was not sure if there was a fee.

 

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estj

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try the butterfly gardens...it's a nice drive from the ship...and a magical experience. And if you rent a car through the ship...you're almost guaranteed to be one of the first off the ship! You can store your luggage in the car and enjoy the day for a minimal cost. After the gardens, drive back to Los Olas Blvd, for a late lunch and then head off to the airport.

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