Vero Beach Adoration 2010 Thread *** Closed now *** Links to 2011 Thread inside

[DisDaydreamer]

We are here in VB now....Today,, they had to get us out of the water due to a 6-foot shark spotted in the water!!

WHAT! I thought they let you play with the 6 foot or under ones.

 

[DisDaydreamer]

First time we stayed here I lost my wedding ring in the ocean, the next year lost my prescription sunglasses. I've learned since then to go into the water on the boogie boards with nothing but my bathing suit!!

Take care,

Bill

Indeed. And just so you don't have to learn this... Make sure those bathing trunks are tied tight each time you go back out. And for the ladies... Bikini boarding is just asking for trouble.

 

[edk35]

We are here in VB now....Today,, they had to get us out of the water due to a 6-foot shark spotted in the water!!

ARE YOU SERIOUS???????? Who is "they" I thought there were NO Lifeguards????

 

[DisDaydreamer]

ARE YOU SERIOUS???????? Who is "they" I thought there were NO Lifeguards????

There are lifeguards just north of the VB beach that watch the public entry area. The are very diligent in watching the VB section too. Not their job, but they do it anyway. I've seen the get on a 4 wheeler and drive halfway down the VB beach to call in a swimmer.

 

[DisDaydreamer]

Denise... You're going to be spent by the time you get there. Easy, girl. Have a Margarita.

 

[edk35]

Denise... You're going to be spent by the time you get there. Easy, girl. Have a Margarita.

YES ROBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBB I AM . I am used to the Gulf waters....the clear emerald waters that are basically calm...you can see what creatures there are.

 

[edk35]

There are lifeguards just north of the VB beach that watch the public entry area. The are very diligent in watching the VB section too. Not their job, but they do it anyway. I've seen the get on a 4 wheeler and drive halfway down the VB beach to call in a swimmer.

That is nice to know.

 

[deej696]

Sorry for bringing this up again but if you are out at dawn you may find this guy.He was so transparent you could see right hrough him. He just may not answer you if you ask for help. LOL

deej696 Get out there early and spray for No-see-ums to be on the safe side. If it's calm they will be out in full force.
You may want to stop by the Wabasso Bait and Tackle Shop at US1/ SR510 Wabasso and pick up some bait and tips. The staff will be happy to help you out. Pick up some shrimp or pinfish if you can get them.(and if you have a way to store them for the morning.small styro cooler and/or bait bucket) If you see the Pelicans making their low passes,pulling up then making like dive bombers near shore, that is a good sign there are huge schools of baitfish. Almost guaranteed something will be chasing them. This time of year Big Tarpon,Kingfish,Blues and other Predatory Fish may be crashing the surf break You can also find Nurse,Bonnethead and Blacktip Sharks in the Surf. Good Luck and don't let the big one get away. We want to hear a great fish story when you get back.

Thanks for the tips there, I'll try not to let you down! I've got a few artificial baits I'll take down with me, and if I feel adventurous I may go try to get some live from the tackle shop. My wife likes to run on the beach at sunrise, so I figured it would be fun to try my luck while she does that. If I don't catch anything, oh well, but hopefully I'll bring something in

 

[kritter]

There are lifeguards just north of the VB beach that watch the public entry area. The are very diligent in watching the VB section too. Not their job, but they do it anyway. I've seen the get on a 4 wheeler and drive halfway down the VB beach to call in a swimmer.

Yes,, that is who came down to tell everyone. They were also the same people who came today to warn us about the rip-tides being bad, and to be carefull while swimming!!

 

[madcoco]

And for the ladies... Bikini boarding is just asking for trouble.

Shhhh. disdaydreamer!
Ladies don't listen to what he says. Bikini Boarding is just fine!

Yes,that is who came down to tell everyone. They were also the same people who came today to warn us about the rip-tides being bad, and to be careful while swimming!!

Sounds like you are having an exciting trip. The Ocean can be a wild place to visit. Hope you are enjoying the rest of your stay. Great to hear about the cooperation with the Wabasso Lifeguards. It really helps. Imho wish the Resort would/could put their own flags out in unison with the Lifeguard Station next door instead of just the posted warning signs (since they can be hard to see)
Do you think guests would pay attention to them?
For those unfamiliar with the flags:
Green: Calm Conditions. Low Hazard. Still Exercise Caution

Yellow: Medium Hazard. Moderate Surf and/or Rip Currents

Red: High Risk of Strong Rip Currents. High and Hazardous Surf

Red over Red: (lower flag usually has "no swimming" logo) Water Closed

Purple: Dangerous Marine Life

Yellow and Black: Use Caution While on Beach. Kids Playing in Sand.

 

[DisDaydreamer]

That is nice to know.

If you look at madcoco's pics above showing the different flags, that is the lifeguard station. Mike is taking the pics from Disney's beach area.

 

[js]

We were orginally going middle of July in a 2 bedroom but had to move to end of August with two OVIRs (2 bedrooms no longer available).
Since we had extra points left over after making the switch, I rented the points for the intention of our family of 4 + my mother (5 in total) renting chairs and umbrealls every beach day from Vero. We usually drive and have our own beach chairs, umbrellas, ec. Now we are flying. I know we can purchase chairs/umbrellas cheaper but this is how we decided to use the money from the points.

Anyway, my question is, how far away are the lounge chairs/umbrellas from the ocean? Can I move my chair out of the umbrealla if I want some sun? Is it so far back that there will be many people in front of us (hope not).

Thank you all very much for showing me or giving me the information. I very much appreciate it.

 

[DisDaydreamer]

Anyway, my question is, how far away are the lounge chairs/umbrellas from the ocean? Can I move my chair out of the umbrealla if I want some sun? Is it so far back that there will be many people in front of us (hope not).

Yes, you can move your chairs. The umbrella is in a deeply buried tube and cannot be moved. It is possible someone could setup in front of you, but the rental people have them setup pretty much just behind where high tide comes to so people tend to go beyond the end of the line of umbrellas.

This is actually one of my pet peeves with VB. The rental umbrellas and cabanas take up the first couple hundred feet or so in both directions from the entry deck and forces people with their own stuff to trudge to the end to get a good spot. Not your fault though.

 

[starbox]

Yes, you can move your chairs. The umbrella is in a deeply buried tube and cannot be moved. It is possible someone could setup in front of you, but the rental people have them setup pretty much just behind where high tide comes to so people tend to go beyond the end of the line of umbrellas.

This is actually one of my pet peeves with VB. The rental umbrellas and cabanas take up the first couple hundred feet or so in both directions from the entry deck and forces people with their own stuff to trudge to the end to get a good spot. Not your fault though.

Since the beach restoration, there's quite a hefty ledge of sand between the umbrellas and ocean:

It may be difficult to move chairs off the ledge.

 

[DisDaydreamer]

Since the beach restoration, there's quite a hefty ledge of sand between the umbrellas and ocean:

It may be difficult to move chairs off the ledge.

Wow... That is quite a drop. Actually, I don't think moving the chairs OFF the ledge would be difficult... but getting them back up would be a challenge.

 

[DisDaydreamer]

Just a heads-up to all...

Emily921 has provided the 2010 rack rates. We were working with the 2007 rates until now. Thanks Emily.

 

[Lisa0503]

DH and I are going to VB for the first time next week. I just finished reading this thread and read about a pirate dinner. What restaurant is that at? Do we need to make reservations for this meal or any others that we want to eat at? I know I always make my ADR's 180 days in advance for WDW trips but I didn't even think about make reservations ahead for VB..... Is there anything else we should consider reserveing ahead of time?

Thanks for your help!!!

 

[Tiger926]

DH and I are going to VB for the first time next week. I just finished reading this thread and read about a pirate dinner. What restaurant is that at? Do we need to make reservations for this meal or any others that we want to eat at? I know I always make my ADR's 180 days in advance for WDW trips but I didn't even think about make reservations ahead for VB..... Is there anything else we should consider reserveing ahead of time?

Thanks for your help!!!

The Pirate meal is only on Mondays @ Shutters. You cannot make ADRs online, but you can call MS and they'll make them for you.

We will be there on Monday, so I'll report back on how it is!

Only 2 more days until our 1st trip to Vero! Tiger

 

[DVCconvert]

....You cannot make ADRs online, but you can call MS and they'll make them for you....

or even better, call DVB directly for dining reservations at:

(772) 234-2180

 

[Tiger926]

or even better, call DVB directly for dining reservations at:

(772) 234-2180

Sorry, I should have mentioned this. I'm Canadian, so we have to pay long distance, so I don't call anyone directly. I didn't have the restaurant's number, so thanks for that.

Tiger