The 2009 Vero Beach Adoration and INFO thread

[DVC Jen]

All, if you have the technology, here is a great idea. It's the live web cam thread:

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1822126

We hope to do it from our VB OVIR next April...and thought maybe others may want to do it on their trips to VB.

Spooky1 is broadcasting from the Yacht Club this week. Been watching Illuminations each night from his balcony:

http://www.ustream.tv/channel/disneys-yacht-club-resort

We tried desperately to do this last June - we have a mobile internet card through verizon. It did not get teh best reception at Vero and since there wasn't any internet in the rooms like at the WDW resorts it was really kind of a bummer.

Hopefully they will get internet in the rooms and SOON - we are going to try again this coming June.

If anyone has an update on the internet situation - please let us know.

 

[MiaSRN62]

a Really Bad Egg...
Thanks for sending the info and links. I have to read a little more closely on how one would do this. I started reading and got a little complicated to me. I have to go back and reread everything more slowly.

 

[dort]

Sounds good. We probably won't really be needing them until the 9th anyway. Thank you soooo much! I know we'll be needing the umbrella as even though I'm from the "Ocean State" with lots of beaches & great boating areas around I still burn like a lobster!

I also had a question. We are going to be in a OVIR and I have noticed some talking about requesting a "direct" view. I made no requests thinking they all had the same view. Is this something I should call back about and have put on my reservation? I booked the OVIR instead of the studio because I wanted to guarantee a view of the ocean so I won't be too happy if we end up looking at the parking or gardens or something.

Hey Pinktales The last couple times I made our VB reservation for an OVIR i made sure i requested "direct" ocean view. Had one experience with it not being a ocean view. Cast members were great and moved us, but I always make sure to ask at the time of reservations.

I think we are there the same time, DH and I are there 5/3 to 5/10. Going to be a long cold winter waiting for May 3rd.

 

[DisDaydreamer]

Sorry Rob, I was just talking to myself. From now on, you are the only Rob on this thread. I am MM. Hopefully less confusion. Since you mentioned football......Go Dolphins!!!

No.... We're both Rob. We can co-exist along with the other Robs. We are one!

I am pulling for the Dolphins, only because they are underdogs... Not really a fan of Bill P., but he seems to be making a difference. I can like him more in Miami than Dallas for sure.

Go skins.... and Jimmy Johnson... and maybe Carl Edwards. I have couple DIS friends who are CE fans, but I think Jimmie is going to do it again.

Whenever DW walks into the room and I'm watching Nascar she says... "You're a redneck... Silly men driving in circles".

Thanks for clearing this up Rob.

 

[DisDaydreamer]

Hey Pinktales The last couple times I made our VB reservation for an OVIR i made sure i requested "direct" ocean view. Had one experience with it not being a ocean view. Cast members were great and moved us, but I always make sure to ask at the time of reservations.

I think we are there the same time, DH and I are there 5/3 to 5/10. Going to be a long cold winter waiting for May 3rd.

Yep... I ask for "Ocean Facing".

 

[DisDaydreamer]

We tried desperately to do this last June - we have a mobile internet card through verizon. It did not get teh best reception at Vero and since there wasn't any internet in the rooms like at the WDW resorts it was really kind of a bummer.

Hopefully they will get internet in the rooms and SOON - we are going to try again this coming June.

If anyone has an update on the internet situation - please let us know.

I use a Verizon 3G card too. Actually, for normal stuff it worked pretty well for me at VB, but I certainly wouldn't try streaming anything either (expensive proposition). I heard recently that HHI finally got their wireless installed, so... I really hope VB has too. Hope to hear from some recent visitors.

 

[MiaSRN62]

i made sure i requested "direct" ocean view

Thanks for this tip !

 

[MiaSRN62]

HAPPY HALLOWEEN VERO BEACH FANS !!!!

 

[mickeymorse]

No.... We're both Rob. We can co-exist along with the other Robs. We are one!

I am pulling for the Dolphins, only because they are underdogs... Not really a fan of Bill P., but he seems to be making a difference. I can like him more in Miami than Dallas for sure.

Go skins.... and Jimmy Johnson... and maybe Carl Edwards. I have couple DIS friends who are CE fans, but I think Jimmie is going to do it again.

Whenever DW walks into the room and I'm watching Nascar she says... "You're a redneck... Silly men driving in circles".

Thanks for clearing this up Rob.

Then .....Rob it is!!

After last years brutal season, it's nice to see them rebounding. Even after losing Zach and Jason among others. Bill has built a winner before.

As for Nascar, I am biased toward CE and co drivers for Jack. Must remain a loyal FORD man. Oh and love seeing Bill drive Ford again even if he isn't competitive.

Maria, a great job with the graphics as usual

Direct view OVIR it is then

 

[BWV Dreamin]

No.... We're both Rob. We can co-exist along with the other Robs. We are one!

I am pulling for the Dolphins, only because they are underdogs... Not really a fan of Bill P., but he seems to be making a difference. I can like him more in Miami than Dallas for sure.

Go skins.... and Jimmy Johnson... and maybe Carl Edwards. I have couple DIS friends who are CE fans, but I think Jimmie is going to do it again.

Whenever DW walks into the room and I'm watching Nascar she says... "You're a redneck... Silly men driving in circles".

Thanks for clearing this up Rob.

Oh yeah! Carl Edwards fan here! Go #99!!! Aflac baby! The duck!

 

[Lenc324]

3 more days.

 

[mickeymorse]

3 more days.

I'm jealous Have a great trip.

 

[DVC Jen]

I use a Verizon 3G card too. Actually, for normal stuff it worked pretty well for me at VB, but I certainly wouldn't try streaming anything either (expensive proposition). I heard recently that HHI finally got their wireless installed, so... I really hope VB has too. Hope to hear from some recent visitors.

I hope so too - it actually doesn't cost us anymore to stream than it does to do anything else via the card. Not sure if it is a different card than you have or not. I really don't know much about it... hubster takes care of all of it. We just pay one flat rate regardless of what we are doing on it.

Crossing my fingers that vero gets decent inroom internet soon.

 

[Starr W.]

No.... We're both Rob. We can co-exist along with the other Robs. We are one!

I am pulling for the Dolphins, only because they are underdogs... Not really a fan of Bill P., but he seems to be making a difference. I can like him more in Miami than Dallas for sure.

Go skins.... and Jimmy Johnson... and maybe Carl Edwards. I have couple DIS friends who are CE fans, but I think Jimmie is going to do it again.

Whenever DW walks into the room and I'm watching Nascar she says... "You're a redneck... Silly men driving in circles".

Thanks for clearing this up Rob.

Rob, just got to rub that JJ +183 point lead in the face of us Carl fans!

I'd just put money into Chad had something to do with both of those ignition boxes failing at Charlotte.


Personally I'm making a 48 vodoo car and planning on sticking pins in the engine and tires for Sunday.

 

[MiaSRN62]

Started a new thread for the chair swap :
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2000797

 

[charlottie]

Anyone have any details/opinions on the outlet malls in the area?

I have three kids... what are some fun family restaurants??

thanks!!

 

[MiaSRN62]

Hi Charlottie,

Here is a list of area restaurants :
Lobster Shanty in Vero Beach ( http://www.verobeachlobstershanty.com/ )

Mr. Manatee's in Vero Beach ( http://www.planetvero.com/mrmanatees.htm ) also, I believe this is the main website for Mr Manatee's : ( http://www.mrmanatees.com/ )

Capt Hiram's for lunch in Sebastian http://www.hirams.com/

Ozzie's Crabhouse
6060 US Hwy. 1 South
Grant, FL 32949
(321) 724-0009 -----> what I read was "go for the food...not the decor". So I'm assuming this place is very very casual ? But the food is supposed to be great.


Waldo's at the Driftwood
3150 Ocean Drive
Vero Beach, FL 32963-1954
Phone: 772-231-0550
Fax: 772-234-1981
Website: http://www.thedriftwoodresort.com/rest.html


Ay Jalisco Inc
1909 20th St, Vero Beach, FL
Tel: (772) 978-0661 (good Mexican food)

Outback Steakhouse
1475 Us Highway 1, Vero Beach, FL
Tel: (772) 567-5222



Patio Restaurant
1103 Miracle Mile, Vero Beach, FL
Tel: (772) 567-7215
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PIZZA :
Orchid Island Pizzeria right next to DVBR on the corner of A1A and 510. They serve a thin crust style pizzia with choice of lots of toppings, pasta dinners, and hot and cold subs. They will also deliver to the lobby of the resort. 772-388-5151
http://www.orchidislandpizzeria.com/



Nino's Italian Restaurant
1006 Easter Lily Ln
Vero Beach, FL 32963
Phone: (772) 231-9311
http://www.verobeachbusinessdirector...uments/118.pdf
Note : Does NOT deliver to VB
Payment options
No credit cards accepted
All checks
Business hours
Sundays: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Mondays: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Tuesdays: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Wednesdays: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Thursdays: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Fridays: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Saturdays: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Giorgio's New York Pizzeria
955 17th St
Vero Beach, FL 32960
Phone: (772) 778-3800
NOTE : Does NOT deliver to VB
Payment options
Visa
Mastercard
No checks accepted
Business hours
Mondays: 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Tuesdays: 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Wednesdays: 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Thursdays: 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Fridays: 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Saturdays: 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
http://www.verobeachbusinessdirector...uments/107.pdf


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Ocean Grill :
http://www.ocean-grill.com/index.php...WebPageID=7227 (Ocean Grill)


Boardwalk Cafe & Ice Cream CO 4079 Ocean Drive
Vero Beach, FL 32963
Phone: (772) 234-9570

Apples Bakery & Ice Cream Parlor486 21st St
Vero Beach, FL 32960
(772) 567-5877


Squid Lips Grill : http://www.squidlipsgrill.com/

MoBay Grill in the Publix Plaza near Wal-Mart (Sebastian). A small Jamaican inspired restaurant. http://www.mo-baygrill.com/


Tangos Restaurant---good for steak : http://www.realpagessites.com/tangos...ant/page5.html

And not a steakhouse....but another cool sounding restaurant I'd like to add to the list :
http://www.rjgators.com/

also some mentioned on this link :
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1764324



For shopping you can check these out (Wish I could lend more details on the shopping, but we didn't do much when we were down there in Aug, except for college dorm shopping for dd) :http://www.verobeachoutlets.com/

http://www.egeeshop.com/US_Factory_Outlets/FL/Vero_Beach_Prime_Outlets.htm


http://www.outletbound.com/cgi-bin/enh_center.cgi?state_cd=FL&geocity=88SDML5Q

http://www.discoverourtown.com/FL/Vero Beach/Shopping-143.html

 

[DisDaydreamer]

Hi Charlottie,

Here is a list of area restaurants:

Mia is the best VB host ever...

 

[MiaSRN62]

AWwww....thanks Rob......just tryin' to keep it fresh and updated

 

[DVC Jen]

Wow Maria - I am impressed!