LABCHICK Posted February 18, 2013 #3726 Share Posted February 18, 2013 Sharon When we were in Fort Lauderdale this past Dec. we had dinner at Gilbert's in the Harbor Shops Mall. When we were leaving the owner's son told us that they were moving to anew location and I think a different name. Could you help me out with the new location and new name. He told us it was near Duffy's. Thanks a bunch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
acctgtogo Posted February 18, 2013 #3727 Share Posted February 18, 2013 The QI is in one of the worst areas of Fort Lauderdale. I would not go for a walk anywhere around there. Just ask the desk clerk if they have local delivery menus, or take a taxi to US1 or Las Olas Blvd or 2nd St a couple of miles away where you'll find dinner. Thanks for the advice. We have points for Quality that we never seem to ba able to use so thought maybe we could finally use them. We also have points for Holiday Inn and the Hilton properties so will look at those choices. Thanks again for all of the time you spend helping others. It is greatly appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalcruz Posted February 18, 2013 #3728 Share Posted February 18, 2013 SharonWhen we were in Fort Lauderdale this past Dec. we had dinner at Gilbert's in the Harbor Shops Mall. When we were leaving the owner's son told us that they were moving to anew location and I think a different name. Could you help me out with the new location and new name. He told us it was near Duffy's. Thanks a bunch. I haven't noticed that Gilbert's had moved or closed or opened another place and there is no mention on their website. Duffy's is also in the Harbor Shops but is in a stand-alone building. So you would need to contact Gilbert's if you want more information. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalcruz Posted February 18, 2013 #3729 Share Posted February 18, 2013 Thanks for the advice. We have points for Quality that we never seem to ba able to use so thought maybe we could finally use them. We also have points for Holiday Inn and the Hilton properties so will look at those choices. Thanks again for all of the time you spend helping others. It is greatly appreciated. You are welcome! There are 2 Holiday Inns and several Hilton/Hampton/Doubletree properties that would make a much better choice. You will be MUCH happier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LABCHICK Posted February 18, 2013 #3730 Share Posted February 18, 2013 Thanks Sharon. We will be staying at the ES in Dec. so I'll have to wander around in Harbon Shops Mall and see what I can find. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Straitlover Posted February 19, 2013 #3731 Share Posted February 19, 2013 Does anyone know how late the water taxi might run in the summer? The current schedule on their site is winter hours. I will be there Labor Day weekend and am trying to decide if we do the after 5 discount pass if we can see all we want to see. I'm trying to save what I can since we are coming in on Saturday for a cruise that leaves on Monday from POM. Our flight arrives at FLL at 1:09 PM (give or take :) ). Don't know if we are renting a car or not as rates right now are way higher than I want to pay. I'm hoping we can do the water taxi that day ASAP after 5 ($13 vs $20) and then use the Sun Trolley on Sunday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare VMax1700 Posted February 20, 2013 #3732 Share Posted February 20, 2013 We are staying in Fort Lauderdale for 3 nights pre-cruise. One of the things I need to do is buy some wine. I know ABC wines are close to Gallery One, but Total Wines have the particular wines we want. So, how much would a taxi cost from Gallery One to Total wines? Also, would it be easy to get a taxi near to Total wines for the return journey, or should I get the first taxi to wait? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalcruz Posted February 21, 2013 #3733 Share Posted February 21, 2013 We are staying in Fort Lauderdale for 3 nights pre-cruise. One of the things I need to do is buy some wine. I know ABC wines are close to Gallery One, but Total Wines have the particular wines we want. So, how much would a taxi cost from Gallery One to Total wines? Also, would it be easy to get a taxi near to Total wines for the return journey, or should I get the first taxi to wait?Thanks! My guess is that a taxi would cost about $15-20 each way, depending on bridge traffic. If you can't get a taxi back, just walk over to Embassy Suites and you should find one there; if not, tip the staff to call you a cab. But here's a much more economical idea: While ABC is closer, Total Wine is much easier to get to from Gallery One. If the Suntrolley is running, you can catch that from the front of Galleria Mall to Harbor Shops where Total Wine is. The schedule is online. Another option is the 40 bus for $1.75 per ride (need exact change)...you can find the bus stop on the east side of the Galleria garage. Get off near Embassy Suites. You can find that schedule online too. You might even find your favorite wine at Publix across the street from the hotel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare VMax1700 Posted February 21, 2013 #3734 Share Posted February 21, 2013 My guess is that a taxi would cost about $15-20 each way, depending on bridge traffic. If you can't get a taxi back, just walk over to Embassy Suites and you should find one there; if not, tip the staff to call you a cab. But here's a much more economical idea: While ABC is closer, Total Wine is much easier to get to from Gallery One. If the Suntrolley is running, you can catch that from the front of Galleria Mall to Harbor Shops where Total Wine is. The schedule is online. Another option is the 40 bus for $1.75 per ride (need exact change)...you can find the bus stop on the east side of the Galleria garage. Get off near Embassy Suites. You can find that schedule online too. You might even find your favorite wine at Publix across the street from the hotel. thanks very much! I will have a drink and decide what to do ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nccruiser123 Posted February 21, 2013 #3735 Share Posted February 21, 2013 DH and I will be driving down from Charleston,SC for our 5/4/13 cruise out of Fort Lauderdale. I know in Port Carnerval we park our car at a Park and Cruise. Is there anything like that in Fort Lauderdale where you can park a little cheaper than the Port? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WES143 Posted February 21, 2013 #3736 Share Posted February 21, 2013 I'm staying one night pre-cruise at the Holiday Inn and Suites Sawgrass Mills. I picked this hotel because it was so close to Sawgrass Mills mall. How far is Las Olas and FLL beach from here? Has anyone ever stayed at this hotel? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenny526 Posted February 21, 2013 #3737 Share Posted February 21, 2013 (edited) Hi Any suggestions of what to do with extra time?. We will be getting off Carnival Freedom on Sunday 3/31/13 probably early, but don't need to be at Miami airport until 3:00pm. Thanks Edited February 21, 2013 by Jenny526 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billt Posted February 21, 2013 #3738 Share Posted February 21, 2013 Anybody stay at the hilton garden inn airport cruiseport is this an ok place Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalcruz Posted February 22, 2013 #3739 Share Posted February 22, 2013 DH and I will be driving down from Charleston,SC for our 5/4/13 cruise out of Fort Lauderdale. I know in Port Carnerval we park our car at a Park and Cruise. Is there anything like that in Fort Lauderdale where you can park a little cheaper than the Port? Yes, there are a few lots like that (park n fly, etc). Some people even stay at hotels that give you free cruise parking in exchange for one night stay (parksleepfly.com). If you do a search you'll find lots of recommendations on this. I have only parked inside the port...it's $15/night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalcruz Posted February 22, 2013 #3740 Share Posted February 22, 2013 I'm staying one night pre-cruise at the Holiday Inn and Suites Sawgrass Mills. I picked this hotel because it was so close to Sawgrass Mills mall. How far is Las Olas and FLL beach from here? Has anyone ever stayed at this hotel? about 15-20 miles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalcruz Posted February 22, 2013 #3741 Share Posted February 22, 2013 Hi Any suggestions of what to do with extra time?. We will be getting off Carnival Freedom on Sunday 3/31/13 probably early, but don't need to be at Miami airport until 3:00pm. Thanks If you take an excursion they'll hold your luggage on the bus and drop you off at the airport. It's probably not worth renting a car because you need time to get it, drop it off, explore, and check in by 2, and some places won't open until around noon on Sunday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wrigley80 Posted February 22, 2013 #3742 Share Posted February 22, 2013 Where is the Budget Rental Car facility that is located by Port Everglades?? On my reservation it says Quay Center. How far is it from the port?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalcruz Posted February 22, 2013 #3743 Share Posted February 22, 2013 Where is the Budget Rental Car facility that is located by Port Everglades?? On my reservation it says Quay Center. How far is it from the port?? It's a block from the north port entrance, across SE 17th St. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wrigley80 Posted February 22, 2013 #3744 Share Posted February 22, 2013 It's a block from the north port entrance, across SE 17th St. Thank You Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruiseGal777 Posted February 23, 2013 #3745 Share Posted February 23, 2013 I can't find any good information on transportation from FLL to the port. we have 3 adults and 2 children. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
truffles2 Posted February 23, 2013 #3746 Share Posted February 23, 2013 I can't find any good information on transportation from FLL to the port. we have 3 adults and 2 children. Google is your friend. http://www.broward.org/AIRPORT/TRANSPORTATION/Pages/ToPortEverglades.aspx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalcruz Posted February 23, 2013 #3747 Share Posted February 23, 2013 I can't find any good information on transportation from FLL to the port. we have 3 adults and 2 children. If you are going to Port Everglades, it's right down the street from FLL. Just take a taxi or 2 for about $15 per taxi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahecht Posted February 23, 2013 #3748 Share Posted February 23, 2013 SharonWhen we were in Fort Lauderdale this past Dec. we had dinner at Gilbert's in the Harbor Shops Mall. When we were leaving the owner's son told us that they were moving to anew location and I think a different name. Could you help me out with the new location and new name. He told us it was near Duffy's. Thanks a bunch. Gilberts was still in the Harbor Shops a couple of weeks ago (and the owner's son was working the register). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duffyswann Posted February 24, 2013 #3749 Share Posted February 24, 2013 (edited) We are going to be in FLL an extra day coming back from a Cruise from the Port of Miami. We have already arranged for SAS to take us back to our FLL Hotel but we would love to be able to do Everglades/Air boat tour with the rest of the afternoon free. KSA Tours is $60 per person for transportation from/to our hotel to Sawgrass Recreation Park. Are any better or cheaper deals? Edited February 24, 2013 by duffyswann Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahecht Posted February 24, 2013 #3750 Share Posted February 24, 2013 (edited) duffyswann, you might look at renting a car for 24 hours instead. It'd probably be a lot cheaper than $60/pp (plus whatever you are spending for transportation from Miami to FLL). Plus, you can spend as much time at Sawgrass as you want after your airboat ride. The zoo there, while small, has a great staff who are very knowledgeable about the animals, and you can easily spend a couple of hours listening to them and looking at the animals. Also, Sawgrass Recreation Park has a $2 off coupon on their website, but if you check the brochure racks at hotels or restaurants you might be able to find a "Great Locations" travel guide that includes a coupon book with a $4 off per person offer. The "Great Locations" guide also has a bunch of other restaurant and attraction coupons for the FLL area (we had a great dinner at Il Mulino and used a coupon from there for a free appetizer). EDIT: It looks like Great Locations has their coupons online. You can get the $4 off per person coupon at http://www.greatlocations.com/coupontest.cfm?partnerid=1&contactid=66&pmenuitemid=328&couponid=90 Edited February 24, 2013 by ahecht Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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