Airport to BWV - Where to stop for Groc. and Beer?

[Rpsemont]

In the past when we have arrived and are heading to BWV, we take the south exit out of the airport - to 417, but I don't recall any grocery stores along that route. Last time we palnned to take the north exit (to 528) but somehow missed it. Anyway, would you still recommend heading to the Crossroads area for shopping before checking in, or is there another place more convenient. We arrive at 6:10 and I'd really like to be checked in by 7:30, so there's not alot of time to spare. We will be renting a car.

 

[Jacksmom99]

We stopped at the Williamsburg Publix at the intersection on Orangewood Bvld. and Central Florida Parkway. Orangewood is right off the BeeLine coming from the airport. Central Florida Pkway goes back out to Rt. 4. Our Tiffany Driver took us to this store because it's not as touristy and the prices are supposed to be a little cheaper. It's really easy to find on a map, too. There is also a Publix on Vineland Rd near the outlets.

 

[WDWisTheBest]

Originally posted by Rpsemont
In the past when we have arrived and are heading to BWV, we take the south exit out of the airport - to 417, but I don't recall any grocery stores along that route. Anyway, would you still recommend heading to the Crossroads area for shopping before checking in, or is there another place more convenient. We arrive at 6:10 and I'd really like to be checked in by 7:30, so there's not alot of time to spare. We will be renting a car.

I would recommend using the Albertson's that is just north of the SR-417 and Orange Blossom Trail exit off SR-417. It is a convenient off and on to SR-417. Here is the web site:
http://www.albertsons.com/abs_tools...de=32801&Miles=30&City=Orlando&State=FL&F=&O=

 

[GoldenOldie]

http://allearsnet.com/pl/directions.php has driving directions that include two different options for grocery stops enroute.