The 2009 Vero Beach Adoration and INFO thread

[dwelty]

OK VB experts I need your help. We are checking in on Sunday. We are in a 1 bedroom Villa. We would like either a pool view or a Ocean View. We would definately like to avoid a parking lot view. Can you tell me what buildings I should ask for?

 

[DisDaydreamer]

OK VB experts I need your help. We are checking in on Sunday. We are in a 1 bedroom Villa. We would like either a pool view or a Ocean View. We would definately like to avoid a parking lot view. Can you tell me what buildings I should ask for?

Hopfully you have a lock-off. 50% of the lock-offs actually face the ocean. None of the dedicateds do.

Only the south side of bldg 12 actuallly has units overlooking parking (one lock-off and one dedicated) The north side of 12 is clear no bldgs or parking nearby.

North side of 14 has pool view and the south side has view of bldg 15.

North side of 15 has view of 14 and southside of 15 is clear of buildings or parking.

South side of 15 or north side of 12 are your best choices if you don't get ocean facing. Even with ocean facing 12 and 15 are the better choices. 14 is the most blocked by vegetation and other buildings.

Hope that helps.

Out all the times I've been to VB, early Nov has been my favorite. Have a great time

 

[dwelty]

Hopfully you have a lock-off. 50% of the lock-offs actually face the ocean. None of the dedicateds do.

Only the south side of bldg 12 actuallly has units overlooking parking (one lock-off and one dedicated) The north side of 12 is clear no bldgs or parking nearby.

North side of 14 has pool view and the south side has view of bldg 15.

North side of 15 has view of 14 and southside of 15 is clear of buildings or parking.

South side of 15 or north side of 12 are your best choices if you don't get ocean facing. Even with ocean facing 12 and 15 are the better choices. 14 is the most blocked by vegetation and other buildings.

Hope that helps.

Out all the times I've been to VB, early Nov has been my favorite. Have a great time

Thanks Rob!

 

[dwelty]

Thought of another question...

What bug repellant do you recommend for the no-seeums?

 

[BWV Dreamin]

Thought of another question...

What bug repellant do you recommend for the no-seeums?

Anything with Avon's "Skin-So-Soft" in it...lotion, oil, they even make a bug repelllent with it in it. I tried other stuff...did not work. Only Skin-So-Soft products. Hopefully in November, they shouldn't be much of a problem. The worst times are early morning and at dusk.

 

[DisDaydreamer]

Thought of another question...

What bug repellant do you recommend for the no-seeums?

I have read many people recommend Cutter Advanced and/or Avon Skin So Soft. Both use Picaridin instead of Deet. I agree with Hope also about the problem being primarily dawn and dusk (more dusk).

 

[rigsby25]

Anything with Avon's "Skin-So-Soft" in it...lotion, oil, they even make a bug repelllent with it in it. I tried other stuff...did not work. Only Skin-So-Soft products. Hopefully in November, they shouldn't be much of a problem. The worst times are early morning and at dusk.

I was there in October and did not encounter 1 bug anywhere.

 

[BWV Dreamin]

I was there in October and did not encounter 1 bug anywhere.

A bit OT, how was the weather that time of year?

 

[MiaSRN62]

I haven't been to VB specifically during Oct, but my daughter goes to school 45 min away. Oct was highs around 78-88 and lows of 55-72. I ask her almost weekly because I've been so jealous of her warm weather. She said there have been a few mornings and nights were it did dip to like 47-49 but they have been far and few in between and it was not average for FL to be that low that week. She said she was disappointed she had to change out of her shorts and into jeans. But she's been back in her shorts this week and last.

 

[FormrCastMbr]

Hi All!

I have not read the entire thread so please forgive me if this has been asked before...

What are my chances of booking a 1 bdrm at the 7 month window for a November vacation?

Thanks!

 

[DisDaydreamer]

Hi All!

I have not read the entire thread so please forgive me if this has been asked before...

What are my chances of booking a 1 bdrm at the 7 month window for a November vacation?

Thanks!

I would say real good

 

[rigsby25]

A bit OT, how was the weather that time of year?

Temp was in the low to mid 80's. We watched the sunrise from our balcony and went down to the ocean at about 8 or 9 each day.

 

[FormrCastMbr]

I would say real good

Thank you!!!

 

[Belle and Rella's Dad]

Went looking for the thread today and page 3 just won't do!!!!

The Group we go with every year sent out an email this morning with our countdown at 135 Days and I just had to check in (also we ended up with our first snowfall of the year so I am ready to go now).

This will be our 5th year for Spring Break, and I wish it was tomorrow, it seems the older that I get the less tolerant I am of snow and cold weather.

Everyone have a great day, and have a great trip to Vero.

Tom

 

[MiaSRN62]

it seems the older that I get the less tolerant I am of snow and cold weather.

I'm with ya Tom !!! Countdowns are a great way to make it through the winter. We also HATE the cold and snow and ice. We had our first snow on Oct 30. Got 2 inches I can't remember the last time it snowed before Halloween ?
Oh....and we plan to move to FL in 3 years. Just waiting for our youngest to finish high school.....then we are kissing PA goodbye !

 

[spacerangerqueen]

Hi everyone! I wanted to thank you all for this thread and all it's fabulous advice!

I went to Vero last weekend and I'm typing up a trip report for you all Here

Here's a few pictures for you!

 

[MiaSRN62]

Great pics Spacerangerqueen.....I'll have to read the TR when I'm done with working all this weekend.

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

Hi Vero Beach Fans! I decided to add on a couple of days at Vero to our mid-May trip. I've booked an Inn Room/Ocean view. I was reading something in the thread about requesting a direct ocean view. Is that what I should try to get the best view of the ocean or do all the ocean view rooms have good views?

There's a shuttle launch scheduled for that time so I'm hoping it'll go off on schedule. I saw one several years ago from the Dolphin and even when you're far away it's pretty cool. I'd love to see one a little closer so I was thinking we might drive up towards the Space Center to watch.

I can't wait to see the resort!!!!! Will we be too early for turtles?

 

[Belle and Rella's Dad]

Wanted to say that I did not post on the Thread that Rob said goodbye on, but had to post on this one, because he was one that I always thought of when I go to this thread.

Not sure what the circumstances are, but Rob you will be missed and I hope all is well with you and your loved ones. Hurry back, and we will be here waiting for you!!!!

Good Luck,

Tom

 

[MiaSRN62]

because he was one that I always thought of when I go to this thread.

I agree with the above totally Tom........hoping he will be able to return in the near future.

I was reading something in the thread about requesting a direct ocean view. Is that what I should try to get the best view of the ocean or do all the ocean view rooms have good views?

I have heard this as well Kat. We had an ocean view room one time that primarily was that of the pool, but we could definitely see the ocean in the background. It was a corner room so it was one of the larger L-shaped rooms. I believe turtle season is May through Aug ? I know there were hatchlings when we were there this past Aug but we missed them. Whenever we were on the beach we only saw the nests.