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

[rigsby25]

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Will these fit in suitcases perhaps?

 

[DisneyDuo]

Greetings, ya'll. One quick question. My wife and I will be staying at VB in late Jan, 2011 (hopefully - love that 7 month point). We will have one full day at VB - what one thing should we really, really do? (other than relax, walk on the beach, etc)?.

Truth, Trust, and Pixie Dust (Sand?)

 

[kddlm]

Thanks for posting the pics of the refurbishment! Shortened our 3 night stay at Vero for the first week in April....now only staying 2 nights..... will make up the other night by extending at WDW.....was worried about the refurbishment.

 

[sissy_42]

Even with tire tracks and dump trucks I prefer that view to Nebraska right now! The next 65 days can not pass fast enough!

 

[dort]

Even with tire tracks and dump trucks I prefer that view to Nebraska right now! The next 65 days can not pass fast enough!

I second that statement!!
My view of NY can't be much better.

 

[kmchar1]

My family and I will be there March 22 through the 26th! Can't wait!!!! This will be our sixth vacation at VB. We even were married there in 2006 (croquet lawn for the ceremony and Sea Grape room for the reception). It feels like going home whenever we visit.

Hopefully we won't have beach nourishment construction photos..but if we do, I'll definately share! We really aren't the types that sit on the beach anyway..we like to play in the sand a few minutes a day and then relax the rest of the time at the pool or elsewhere at the resort.

So excited about our little getaway (we live in Orlando)!!!!!

If you see a Mom and Dad chasing after a 1 year old that looooves to run, who has an 8 year old brother that loves to swim with his goggles on and relax in the rocking chairs...please say hello!

 

[DVCconvert]

Does anyone who's visited in the last 60 days or so have any input on the new pool/beach towel arrangement?

While I'm all for nicer and larger towels, I have to say I don't look forward to having more stuff to haul back and forth.

Rob, you said (I think) you got 5 in a one bedroom at HHI?...I'm trying to envision how many towels are being stocked in a BC.

 

[smidgy]

sorry if this has been answered. will the beach still be closed in July? this is the only real reason we are going to Vero Beach. thanks!

 

[smidgy]

got my answer...guess it'll be done by then, thanks anyway!!!

 

[Anal Annie]

Will these fit in suitcases perhaps?

No. I don't think so. They are a traditional size beach / sand chair with the high backs. I'd say they're about 30" high and 25" wide. So it would have to be a pretty big suitcase with a big interior. There may be cases that large but they're probably considered oversize with the airlines these days...

 

[MiaSRN62]

Thank you madcoco for the terrific beach refurb photos !

maria

 

[ebo64]

Any updates on the beach construction completion date? I have not heard from Disney about the beach being closed during our short stay (4/1-4/3).
Has anyone staying that week received any official information from DVC?

 

[madcoco]

You're welcome. Will probably be back over there this weekend. To answer your question ebo64 The contractor has until April 30th to complete and remove all equipment. What isn't clear is if they are going to use the Wabasso Beach Staging Area(and GoldenSands) up until April 30th or move on to other points south. However, it was mentioned that Wabasso Beach Access will be closed until April 30th. The latest update mentioned they are about 20% complete.

 

[kmchar1]

Due to the beach closure...what would be the closest beach from Disney's VBR that will be open?

 

[DisDaydreamer]

Rob, you said (I think) you got 5 in a one bedroom at HHI?...I'm trying to envision how many towels are being stocked in a BC.

Indeed, five is what we got. I'm assuming the towels = number of allowable of occupants and maybe +1. I don't remember the number allowed in an HHI 1 bdrm.

 

[Belle and Rella's Dad]

You're welcome. Will probably be back over there this weekend. To answer your question ebo64 The contractor has until April 30th to complete and remove all equipment. What isn't clear is if they are going to use the Wabasso Beach Staging Area(and GoldenSands) up until April 30th or move on to other points south. However, it was mentioned that Wabasso Beach Access will be closed until April 30th. The latest update mentioned they are about 20% complete.

First let me say thanks for all the information that you have been posting, the beach is a big part of our vacation and it will be to bad if it is not available. Please keep the updates coming, we check in on April 1st for 8 nights and was hoping to get some beach time right out in front of the resort.

Tom

 

[mikeandkarla]

Is the water always up that high this time of year? We go in June and I bet the water line is about 20 - 30 feet farther up the beach.

 

[Hopefully]

Please add DH and I to the Roll Call.
I called yesterday morning, right at the 7 month date for a 1 bedroom for October 9th - 16th.
We are looking forward to our first trip to VB
Thanks

 

[Belle and Rella's Dad]

Just wanted to let everyone know some information that I found out, I found a person name who was the person in charge of questions for Indian River county so I sent him an email and I am copying the questions and answers here for everyone. It is really good news for us as we arrive the Thursday before Easter.

Here are my questions and the responses.

I am more than happy to answer your questions.

Could you please tell me how the project is proceeding and what kind of timeframe is left to finish?

Response: Phase I of the Beach Project is designed to place 317,000 cubic yards of material. To date we have placed approximately 67,000 cubic yards on the beach or 21% of the total volume. Due to sea turtle nesting, we have stop construction prior to May 1st.

Also, we are staying at Disneys Vero Beach Resort and they have told me that no work will be done during the week of Easter? Is this correct?

Response: Yes. Our contractor is fully aware of Disney’s high season and is on schedule to be completed with the beaches fronting the resort by Easter weekend.

Will Wabasso beach entrance be the only staging area for the project?

Response: Actually, Phase I of the beach project will use four different accesses. The four staging areas include, Golden Sands Beach Park, Wabasso Beach Park, Seagrape Trail Beach Park, and Sea Turtle Trail Beach Park.

What are the hours that the project takes place?

Response: Construction only takes place during daylight hours.

I hope you enjoy your visit to Indian River County. Please let me know if you have any additional questions.

Hope everyone has a great day and a great Vacation.

Tom

 

[kddlm]

Wonderful News! I already shotened our stay at VB, but good to know we will get to use the beach on Easter and Monday! Thanks BellaandRellasDad for your efforts in getting these questions answered!