The 2009 Vero Beach Adoration and INFO thread

[Starr W.]

Morning boys and girls!! Question for ya....do I need to make ADR's at VB for our trip in mid-late August or will we be able to "walk in" to the restaurants w/o too much of a wait??? Did I read that the restaurants there take the TIW card? Is that for all of them or just one? Do I need to visit the restaurant boards for opinions on the restaurants there?

I go at Easter and dinner at Shutters does not require a ADR. We ate there twice last Easter at prime dinner time and there were plenty of empty tables.

Now Brunch is a different story.

 

[backyardponder]

For our Spring Break trip to VB, initially I booked on Southwest into Tampa. It was cheapest at the time. I was just able to re-book into Orlando and saved $220!

I love Southwest. I think they are the only airline which allows you to cancel and get a credit for the full amount of the airfare and use it for a different flight...without penalty!

 

[Anal Annie]

Yay! Glad to hear I don't need to worry about ADR's at VB! I love to plan but HATE to decide on a place & time to eat months in advance! We much prefer to play it by ear and eat whatever we're in the mood for whenever we're hungry & feel like eating! So-o out of these 3 restaurants the Green Cabin is the $$$ one? Betting that's one we won't be visiting. How are the others? Are they good?

 

[BWV Dreamin]

Yay! Glad to hear I don't need to worry about ADR's at VB! I love to plan but HATE to decide on a place & time to eat months in advance! We much prefer to play it by ear and eat whatever we're in the mood for whenever we're hungry & feel like eating! So-o out of these 3 restaurants the Green Cabin is the $$$ one? Betting that's one we won't be visiting. How are the others? Are they good?

Green cabin room is a bar that serves limited food. It is not that expensive. Only serves pizza burgers and appetizers.

 

[DisDaydreamer]

Yay! Glad to hear I don't need to worry about ADR's at VB! I love to plan but HATE to decide on a place & time to eat months in advance! We much prefer to play it by ear and eat whatever we're in the mood for whenever we're hungry & feel like eating! So-o out of these 3 restaurants the Green Cabin is the $$$ one? Betting that's one we won't be visiting. How are the others? Are they good?

You have bleachers by the pool which has pretty nice selection of grilled items, sandwiches, wraps, etc. Prices are reasonable. Can't believe I don't know this for sure, but I believe they serve food until 6pm and drinks until 8pm This stuff is in the $5-$7 range.

I've only had drinks out on the deck of the Green Cabin room, It is a nice view. They have nightly live entertainment (not always music).

Shutters & Sonya's menu can be found below. Sonya's is the $$ one even they these two share the same kitchen. Anytime a menu has prices rounded to the dollar is too expensive for me (my rule of thumb)

Daily Activity Sheets
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http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n219/arizonaborn/Daily_Activities_Page_2.jpg

Massage Information
http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n219/arizonaborn/MassageInfomation.jpg

Room Service Menu
http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n219/arizonaborn/RoomServiceMenu_Page_1.jpg

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n219/arizonaborn/RoomServiceMenu_Page_2.jpg

Shutters Menu for Breakfast
http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n219/arizonaborn/ShuttersBreakfastMenu_Page_1.jpg

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n219/arizonaborn/ShuttersBreakfastMenu_Page_2.jpg

Lunch
http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n219/arizonaborn/ShuttersLunchMenu_Page_1.jpg

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n219/arizonaborn/ShuttersLunchMenu_Page_2.jpg

Dinner
http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n219/arizonaborn/ShuttersDinnerMenu_Page_1.jpg

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n219/arizonaborn/ShuttersDinnerMenu_Page_2.jpg

Dinner at Upscale Sonya's
http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n219/arizonaborn/SonyasMenu.jpg

Special Member pricing
http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n219/arizonaborn/SpecialMemberPrivileges.jpg

Also, in case you missed my trip report from last year there are some nice pics in it.
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1873715

 

[Anal Annie]

The Green Cabin is a bar! Didn't realize that when Belle and Rella's Dad said the TIW card would pay for itself there alone! That is funny. I would get along JUST FINE with him! Let's take care of the important stuff first then worry about food! Rob - thanks for posting the links!

 

[mdurette]

For our Spring Break trip to VB, initially I booked on Southwest into Tampa. It was cheapest at the time. I was just able to re-book into Orlando and saved $220!

I love Southwest. I think they are the only airline which allows you to cancel and get a credit for the full amount of the airfare and use it for a different flight...without penalty!

I'm with ya! SW is great. I love to book a flight - find it cheaper and get the lower fare without any cost. The savings goes on credit for a year, so our next trip always "feels" discounted.

I just realized my family is just about ready to get free flights with their award program. I started to research because one member will be 2 credit short. I was AMAZED at how easy they make getting those credits. I get them for car rental, hotel stays, dining at my fav restaurant and now sending flowers!

 

[Belle and Rella's Dad]

Let's take care of the important stuff first then worry about food!

Annie,

I totally agree with this statement, when I just ran the half marathon at Disney, I saw all these people in line at the Italian resturant at Epcot carbo loading and I was doing Beers around the world! Carbs are Carbs (by the way France needs better beer)

Life is just about what your priorities are!!! So if you are ever at Vero the first full week of April, look on the beach for the guy with a lime green umbrella and a cooler full of beer.

Tom

 

[queendarvet]

Ahh, the Green Cabin with a nice cold one...Disney's true best kept secret!

 

[Anal Annie]

OK...next question! (Plus we need this thread bumped back up to page 1) Will they let us use the pool towels for the beach at Vero or should I plan to pack some of our own??? I always used to pack 1 each (smaller ones, not our biggest plushest ones) but now with all the luggage restrictions when you fly I'm re-thinking that idea!!

 

[BWV Dreamin]

OK...next question! (Plus we need this thread bumped back up to page 1) Will they let us use the pool towels for the beach at Vero or should I plan to pack some of our own??? I always used to pack 1 each (smaller ones, not our biggest plushest ones) but now with all the luggage restrictions when you fly I'm re-thinking that idea!!

If you could pack a regular size beach towel, that would be great. The pool towels, while very absorbent, are of the small, at "home" bathroom size. For the beach, you will want a towel a little bigger.

 

[Mahusky]

OK...next question! (Plus we need this thread bumped back up to page 1) Will they let us use the pool towels for the beach at Vero or should I plan to pack some of our own??? I always used to pack 1 each (smaller ones, not our biggest plushest ones) but now with all the luggage restrictions when you fly I'm re-thinking that idea!!

For sure you can take the pool towels to the beach. Better yet they have a Towel Cart (dont have a better name for it! ) at the top of the access ramp to the beach.

The towels are a carry on and carry off process. They have a towle collection spot on the off the access ramp.

IMHO save luggae room and use the provided towels.

 

[canals68]

We love Vero and consider it our second favorite resort. Whenever were down there, we always hook up with Captain JC for some fishing. Always catch and JC is a great guy. We caught 20 fish in four hours last Easter and 6!!!different species. Unreal. Kids love it.

 

[DisDaydreamer]

If you could pack a regular size beach towel, that would be great. The pool towels, while very absorbent, are of the small, at "home" bathroom size. For the beach, you will want a towel a little bigger.

Hope is exactly right.. These towels are very absorbent, but if you want to lay on the sand... bring a big one.

 

[fers31]

We're planning on taking our first trip to Vero Beach on May 2nd. We're going to be driving from the Orlando Airport. Is there anything I should know? Anything fun to see on the ride down there? Is there a certain road to avoid (if possible) due to traffic, etc? In otherwords, can any of the Vero Experienced spread some of there knowledge on a Vero Novie? Thanks

 

[BWV Dreamin]

We're planning on taking our first trip to Vero Beach on May 2nd. We're going to be driving from the Orlando Airport. Is there anything I should know? Anything fun to see on the ride down there? Is there a certain road to avoid (if possible) due to traffic, etc? In otherwords, can any of the Vero Experienced spread some of there knowledge on a Vero Novie? Thanks

While a very easy drive, I found it to be quite boring. We took 95 down to Vero Beach. There was alot of road construction, not too many places to pull over and eat. I would grab something to eat around the airport before leaving. Once off of 95, it is very residential.

 

[dort]

Have to agree with BWV Dreamin, a very boring drive, but knowing whats at the end of the drive gets me through
Going home on the other hand...

 

[fers31]

While a very easy drive, I found it to be quite boring. We took 95 down to Vero Beach. There was alot of road construction, not too many places to pull over and eat. I would grab something to eat around the airport before leaving. Once off of 95, it is very residential.

Thatnks BWV Dreamin.

 

[DisDaydreamer]

We're planning on taking our first trip to Vero Beach on May 2nd. We're going to be driving from the Orlando Airport. Is there anything I should know? Anything fun to see on the ride down there? Is there a certain road to avoid (if possible) due to traffic, etc? In otherwords, can any of the Vero Experienced spread some of there knowledge on a Vero Novie? Thanks

Well, you need to let Maria know your dates so she can add you to the roll call list at the beginning of this thread. Don't know how long you'll be there, but Poohgirl will be there, we arrive on the 3rd along with dort, and Maria on the 5th. Maybe we'll meet up.

 

[Mom2BCCC]

We are going to VB for the first time 8/18-8/21. We are so excited. My kids have never been to a beach where the water is warm. We live near Cape Cod so they are used to COLD water.

I just called last week and got a 2BR on points (for us) and a studio on cash discount (for friends). Should I request a particular building?

We are flying down so no way to bring beach toys/chairs. My boys love to boogie board - is there somewhere we can buy some near the resort? It appears the chair swap is full for our days.

Also we are traveling with another family who love to golf. Anyone have any recomendations for golf courses? Will it be way too hot in August to golf?

Last question (for now): what is the minimum age for the kayak tour? My DD will be 4, will she be allowed to come along with an adult? Can a 10 and 12 year old paddle their own kayak?

Thanks in advance,
Barbara