Hi everyone - we are a family of 5 heading to Vero Beach for the first time in April. Looking for ideas of different things to do during the day. Our kids are in their mid-20's so they will be looking for night-life things to do as well as golfing during the day and whatever else you can come up with. And maybe some off-site restaurants as well. Thanks in advance!!
During the day my favorite activities are
Catching some rays on the beach
Catching some rays by the pool
Swimming in the ocean (surf conditions permitting)
That is what Vero is all about for me, lol.
There are many public and private golf courses within a short drive of the resort but I'm not a golfer so I really don't know anything about them.
As far as other daytime activities, the resort has a kayaking excursion offered a couple times a week that makes for a lovely few hours out on the Indian River lagoon. You could also do a boat tour to look for dolphins, manatees and other wildlife or even charter a boat for some fishing in the Indian River Lagoon or out on the ocean. The resort has bicycles to rent so that is another option.
For nightlife, well, to be honest the choices are pretty limited. Captain Hiram's is the best bet and they normally have live music most nights out at the Sand Bar on the Grand Sand BandStand stage. We've gone there a few times to see a favorite local band and the food is basic but tasty and the drinks are well poured. It probably depends on the band, but it was a fun, slightly laid back environment. Another option from one of the guys I've gotten to know is Waldo's at the Driftwood in Vero Beach proper. We unfortunately didn't get to check it out because they were closed the night we tried to go there but they do seem to have entertainment and the like in the evenings. The restaurant and bar at Gloria Estefan's hotel also has some sort of entertainment but I think that is only on weekends.
