royalcruz Posted January 20, 2013 #3526 Share Posted January 20, 2013 We are a group of 10 staying at Marriott Dania Beach, we wanted a park and cruise rate. Wondering if there is a shuttle service to get us to the port or should we use the hotel transportation? Its not free, $8 per person, Just wonder if its totally crazy if it would be better to just arrange group transportation and if you have any suggestions on who to use?thanks $8pp is a good rate. If anything goes wrong with the hotel shuttle, It will cost about the same if you get 3 people in a taxi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caribensun Posted January 21, 2013 #3527 Share Posted January 21, 2013 Cheesecake factory can usually accomidate large groups. Thanks so much for information. Seadeck2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
salsalady Posted January 21, 2013 #3528 Share Posted January 21, 2013 Hi My hubby has decided that he wants to go for a meal the evening before our cruise to The Fort Lauderdale Ale House on North Federal Highway...he is a 'real ale' fanatic, and likes to try new places as and when he can.... Has any one who lives in the FL vicinity, tried this place before?? If so, any tips?? We are staying at the Marriott on North Andrews Avenue, Fort Lauderdale North, am I correct in assuming it will be a 10 minute cab ride away.... One extra question, anyone know how far in a cab it would be from the above hotel to Hyatt Place Pier 66 ?? Thanks Karen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CujoK Posted January 21, 2013 #3529 Share Posted January 21, 2013 Can you walk across the 17th street bridge from the Hyatt Pier 66 to get to Walgreens? :eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neptune18 Posted January 21, 2013 #3530 Share Posted January 21, 2013 Yes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalcruz Posted January 21, 2013 #3531 Share Posted January 21, 2013 (edited) HiMy hubby has decided that he wants to go for a meal the evening before our cruise to The Fort Lauderdale Ale House on North Federal Highway...he is a 'real ale' fanatic, and likes to try new places as and when he can.... Has any one who lives in the FL vicinity, tried this place before?? If so, any tips?? We are staying at the Marriott on North Andrews Avenue, Fort Lauderdale North, am I correct in assuming it will be a 10 minute cab ride away.... One extra question, anyone know how far in a cab it would be from the above hotel to Hyatt Place Pier 66 ?? Thanks Karen Ale House doesn't have any "real ale" by British standards, but they have some craft beers. DH is British and told me to tell you this. It's about a 10-15 minute ride. About the same distance or shorter is Brother Tucker's on Atlantic Blvd in Pompano and they specialize in craft ale/beer. They have 4 drafts and a very large bottle selection and the staff are experts. They also have amazing food. It's not inexpensive and it's a hole in the wall, but it's a local's paradise for ale lovers. But it's still not "real ale" by British standards. DH says that Laser Wolf's very occasionally has a barrel of real tapped ale. They have no food and it's very close to Andrews Ave but further than the others. Also on Andrews, but near the port is my favorite, Tap 42. They have 42 draft beers from around the world and excellent food. Edited January 21, 2013 by royalcruz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
salsalady Posted January 21, 2013 #3532 Share Posted January 21, 2013 (edited) Ale House doesn't have a great selection of "real ale", but they have some. It's about a 10-15 minute ride. About the same distance or shorter is Brother Tucker's on Atlantic Blvd in Pompano and they specialize in craft ale/beer. They have 4 drafts and a very large bottle selection and the staff are experts. They also have amazing food. It's not inexpensive and it's a hole in the wall, but it's a local's paradise for ale lovers. Thanks very much for your reply, that's very helpful, will let hubby know we may have to change our plans.... What do you mean when you say it's ' a hole in the wall'.....? In the UK that's a term for an ATM:p Karen:) Edited January 21, 2013 by salsalady Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalcruz Posted January 21, 2013 #3533 Share Posted January 21, 2013 Can you walk across the 17th street bridge from the Hyatt Pier 66 to get to Walgreens? :eek: yes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CujoK Posted January 21, 2013 #3534 Share Posted January 21, 2013 Yes. Hey RoyalCruz, Do you have any other information about walking from the Hyatt Pier 66 to one of the wine stores on 17? I'd appreciate any help or directions. :confused: Thanks - Jerry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalcruz Posted January 21, 2013 #3535 Share Posted January 21, 2013 Thanks very much for your reply, that's very helpful, will let hubby know we may have to change our plans.... What do you mean when you say it's ' a hole in the wall'.....? In the UK that's a term for an ATM:p Karen:) That was quick! I actually consulted with my British (Plymouth, Devon) DH and edited my response a bit. A hole in the wall means very basic, small, nothing fancy. We also call this a "dive". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ragtiki2004 Posted January 21, 2013 #3536 Share Posted January 21, 2013 Those places designated as holes in the wall are often the best! Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
salsalady Posted January 21, 2013 #3537 Share Posted January 21, 2013 That was quick! I actually consulted with my British (Plymouth, Devon) DH and edited my response a bit. A hole in the wall means very basic, small, nothing fancy. We also call this a "dive". Now in England, if somebody refers to a place as a dive, then these are places to avoid at all costs....:) Karen:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalcruz Posted January 21, 2013 #3538 Share Posted January 21, 2013 Now in England, if somebody refers to a place as a dive, then these are places to avoid at all costs....:) Karen:) In America we have some great dives and holes in the walls. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalcruz Posted January 21, 2013 #3539 Share Posted January 21, 2013 Hey RoyalCruz, Do you have any other information about walking from the Hyatt Pier 66 to one of the wine stores on 17? I'd appreciate any help or directions. :confused: Thanks - Jerry They are all about the same distance from the Hyatt so you might as well go to the best one, Total Wine. Turn right on 17th St, walk over the bridge, cross the street at the crosswalk, continue walking west on 17th St, and turn left just before Embassy Suites. Walk a half block and you'll see it. If you can't walk a mile carrying bottles then take a cab on the way back by calling 954-777-7777. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CujoK Posted January 22, 2013 #3540 Share Posted January 22, 2013 They are all about the same distance from the Hyatt so you might as well go to the best one, Total Wine. Turn right on 17th St, walk over the bridge, cross the street at the crosswalk, continue walking west on 17th St, and turn left just before Embassy Suites. Walk a half block and you'll see it. If you can't walk a mile carrying bottles then take a cab on the way back by calling 954-777-7777. Excellent! Thanks for the information. Two more questions. Does the Sun Trolley still operate? Where would you eat dinner in that area? Thanks RC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
born2travel Posted January 22, 2013 #3541 Share Posted January 22, 2013 Thanks so much for the estimated taxi fare info. So much better when I can prepare DH for reality. ;-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalcruz Posted January 22, 2013 #3542 Share Posted January 22, 2013 Excellent! Thanks for the information. Two more questions. Does the Sun Trolley still operate? Where would you eat dinner in that area? Thanks RC Yes, the Sun Trolley still operates, Fri-Mon until 6:30 PM. Kelly's Landing (Cordova Rd) across 17th St from Embassy Suites is very popular if you like New England seafood. Duffy's near Total Wine is a good sports bar/grill. Closer to the Hyatt are Bravo Italiano, Market 17, and Bimini Boatyard. At the Hyatt, Pelican's Landing and Grill 66 are very good. There are so many choices. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisinlawn Posted January 22, 2013 #3543 Share Posted January 22, 2013 Is Kelly's walkable from Embassy? How about the Boatyard...walkable? Does Embassy have an airport/cruiseport shuttle available? TIA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ragtiki2004 Posted January 22, 2013 #3544 Share Posted January 22, 2013 Yes it is walkable. Not sure about the shuttle but I would do a taxi. Cheap and much quicker.:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalcruz Posted January 22, 2013 #3545 Share Posted January 22, 2013 Is Kelly's walkable from Embassy? How about the Boatyard...walkable? Does Embassy have an airport/cruiseport shuttle available? TIA. Kelly's is a half block from Embassy. Just cross 17th St, walk down Cordova Rd, and it's on your right in the shopping center. Bimini Boatyard is walkable but further; cross 17th St, turn right and walk about 6 blocks and it will be in The Quay shopping center. ES does have a shuttle that you can book for a fee, but it is more convenient to just get a taxi for $10-15 per taxi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisinlawn Posted January 22, 2013 #3546 Share Posted January 22, 2013 I recall reading you suggest taxi from hotel to cruise then cruise to airport. How about on the front end...airport to hotel...taxi or hotel shuttle? Thanks again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
truffles2 Posted January 22, 2013 #3547 Share Posted January 22, 2013 Is Kelly's walkable from Embassy? How about the Boatyard...walkable? Does Embassy have an airport/cruiseport shuttle available? TIA. Embassy does not have an airport shuttle. You will need to take a cab; fare is less than $15. There is a port shuttle for a charge; again a cab is about $15 for two. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisinlawn Posted January 22, 2013 #3548 Share Posted January 22, 2013 switching gears, the Hampton Inn located at airport, I think it is referred to as airport north. How far is it from Kelly's Landing or Bimini Boatyard? Attemping to make final arrangements, sorry for all the rambling questions:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
salsalady Posted January 22, 2013 #3549 Share Posted January 22, 2013 Any thoughts on Tap 42 on South Andrews Drive,?? That's Sounds close to hotel on NortH Andrews Drive??? As Brits we love just to have burgers, wings etc....:) Karen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalcruz Posted January 22, 2013 #3550 Share Posted January 22, 2013 (edited) I recall reading you suggest taxi from hotel to cruise then cruise to airport. How about on the front end...airport to hotel...taxi or hotel shuttle? Thanks again. Taxi from FLL to airport or port hotels is best. Edited January 22, 2013 by royalcruz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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