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[texhanddoc]

What else is there to do around Vero Beach than the resort. We just bought into DVC BLT and are looking at all the resorts and how to spend our points

 

[KerriL]

I got a question...Can you use the Disney Rewards card at Disney's Vero Beach Resort?
TIA,
Kerri

 

[backyardponder]

Yes, the Mouse is happy to take your money at VB in whatever form it is in.

 

[KerriL]

Yes, the Mouse is happy to take your money at VB in whatever form it is in.

Thanks!

 

[pycees312]

is there a shuttle or transportation service avail between vero and Disneyworld? is there a shuttle from the airport to vero like they do for Disneyworld? I'm considering a split stay.

 

[LIFERBABE]

Not to be Debbie Downer but I personally wouldn't book a Beach Cottage for one night. You're not likely to get in any earlier than 5PM and you need to be out by 11 the next morning. I just LOVE the BC's and have stayed in them several times. But for a single night, by the time you settle in, eat, sleep, and pack up to leave, it seems like a waste of points to me.

Yes, but the look on my family's faces will be well worth the 51 points and it sure will beat staying at the Radisson!

We also have a studio booked and are a large group. I guess it's all relative.

Some people spend $500 a day or more for a cabana on the beach and here we will get an overnight stay in a cottage for 12

So Great the beach is open!! Wonderful news!!

 

[DisDaydreamer]

Really just checking in and updating.

Sorry I have been absent for a few weeks. I have been diligently working to obtain a new job... I got it!

I'm going to work for DHS-FEMA-Technology Support & Innovation Division. Man, there is a lot involved in this process. Just waiting now for the background check and clearance.

I think I have the roll call updated. Let me know if I missed you.

We're still hoping to book the week after Christmas at VB.

Thanks for your patience my friends!

 

[Stoneham92]

Please recommend a good golf course near by VB and if you would recommend surfing lessons?

 

[msaseifert]

So so sad......we had to cancel our August Vero trip. We were really looking forward to it BUT my son loves football and could not be taken away during that time....too much training that he would miss. So, we cancelled our reservation & hopefully we will be able to swing it next year. Hope someone on here got our one bedroom...

 

[dort]

Really just checking in and updating.

Sorry I have been absent for a few weeks. I have been diligently working to obtain a new job... I got it!

I'm going to work for DHS-FEMA-Technology Support & Innovation Division. Man, there is a lot involved in this process. Just waiting now for the background check and clearance.

I think I have the roll call updated. Let me know if I missed you.

We're still hoping to book the week after Christmas at VB.

Thanks for your patience my friends!

congrats on the new job Rob, sounds cool
may 9th can't get here fast enough for me. anxious to see the new beach

deb

 

[photobob]

Really just checking in and updating.

Sorry I have been absent for a few weeks. I have been diligently working to obtain a new job... I got it!

I'm going to work for DHS-FEMA-Technology Support & Innovation Division. Man, there is a lot involved in this process. Just waiting now for the background check and clearance.

I think I have the roll call updated. Let me know if I missed you.

We're still hoping to book the week after Christmas at VB.

Thanks for your patience my friends!

Congrats from Bob on the new job Rob!

 

[momoflizandains]

We will be there for the first time May 8-11. Can't wait.

 

[kmchar1]

Just got back from a WONDERFUL vacation at Disney's Vero Beach Resort!!!! We were able to use the beach on Monday for a few hours..and then again yesterday and today! (they have opened the beach permanently from the Disney beach gate, southward so far).

Everything was PERFECT, even with the beach being closed for a few days of our trip! Will share a report and pics within the next couple of days!

 

[DVCconvert]

What else is there to do around Vero Beach than the resort. We just bought into DVC BLT and are looking at all the resorts and how to spend our points

This is a partial list made by someone (whom I unfortunately forget) here some years ago. You can try searching "verotreasures and hidden secrets"...at least that's the title I saved it under orginally. HTH

Activities – Off Site
• For something different (and on the beaten track), visit The Polo Grounds in Pointe West. From January through April, polo matches are held each Sunday at 2:00 pm. Spend an afternoon watching expert riders and their beautiful steeds in action. Pointe West is conveniently located between the Indian River Mall and I-95. For information, call (772) 778-2224 or visit verobeachpolo.com.
• Sebastian State Park just up from the VB resort takes reservations for their turtle walks. June and July 9 PM – Midnight. Sea turtle watch programs begin with a slide show about sea turtles, followed by a walk on the beach to the location of a nesting loggerhead sea turtle. The walk can be up to two miles. Insect repellant is suggested. Loggerhead sea turtle were seen on 2/3 of last year’s tours. Reservations required by calling (321) 984-4852. Reservations for June will be taken on May 15 only, starting at 8 AM. Reservations for the month on July will be taken on June 15 only.
• Cape Canaveral-Kennedy Space Center- 55 minute drive
• Vero Beach Dodgers (L.A. Dodgers Minor League team)-10 minutes
• Indian River Mall-20 minutes away,Movie theater,Food court
• McKee Gardens - Very pretty, tropical style walk-thru garden. Nice as a midday break.
• Hale Orchards - On Rt. 1 near the Resort. Grab some fresh off the tree fruits or take home delicious juice.
• Mel Fisher Treasure Museum - see some of the treasures recovered from shipwrecks in the area.
• Fort Pierce - South of the Resort. There is a small town center, marina and Manatee Education Center.
• Last year our 2 DS (18 and 23) went 1/2 day fishing with Capt. Gus Brugger Pattern Setter Charters They both had a great time and want to do it again when we return in the spring. They caught a fish that Capt. Gus turned into filets and the restaurant at Captain Hiram's Restaurant & Marina fixed it up for them. We paid $10 each for them to prepare their fresh catch dinners.
• Admiral Gallery Marine, Seashore prints and paintings Admission is free:
• INDIAN RIVER CITRUS MUSEUM — Heritage Center, 2140 14th Ave., Vero Beach. Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. Traces history of the local citrus industry from Spanish explorers to today's high-tech processing and marketing techniques. Gift shop. Free. 770-2263.
• McLARTY TREASURE MUSEUM — 13180 N. S.R. A1A, Sebastian Inlet State Recreation Area. Open 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily. Admission is $1; children under 6 free. History and displays of items taken from the shipwrecked Spanish Plate Fleet of 1715. 589-2147 or (321) 984-4852.
• SEBASTIAN INLET FISHING MUSEUM — South side of S.R. A1A bridge at Sebastian Inlet State Park. Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Park admission is $3.25 per car; museum is free. Devoted to educating the public about the history of Sebastian's fishing industry. (772) 399-2750 or 589-9659.
• VERO BEACH MUSEUM OF ART — 3001 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach. Open 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday; until 8 p.m. Thursday; and 1-4:30 p.m. Sunday. Free, but $2 adult donation is suggested. 231-0707.
• VERO BEACH RAILROAD STATION — Indian River County Historical Society, 2336 14th Ave., Vero Beach. Open 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday (closed on holidays). Permanent model railroad display depicting a journey through Indian River County and other changing displays. Free. 778-3435.
• Are there manatee viewing platforms closer to VB? YES! Just up the road on A1A (about 40 minutes) & over the Causeway into DT Melbourne. We always stop and view the Manatees there, and enjoy all the sights of this little historical Florida town.
• Second, do get in your car and check out the other beaches in the area! There are free beach parks all over the place in Indian River and Brevard Counties. Head up north and go over the Sebastian Inlet bridge (10 minutes max on the A1A) to see where the Indian River flows out to the ocean! Just north over the bridge, head into Sebastian Inlet Park: Lots of exciting fishing going on here with a giant concrete pier that was just rebuilt in 2003. I've seen enormous fish get pulled up out of the ocean here. This is the only pay-park in the area, but worth it if you are looking for some more intense wave action for bodyboarding. Great for teens- you can grab some burgers at the snack bar, and hang out on the pier watching the surfers tear up the waves.
• If you want some get-away-from-it-all beachtime, keep heading north past Sebastian Inlet and check out all the little beach accesses- chances are you can plop down a towel and kick it in the sun without a soul in sight.

• You can also go south of the resort on the A1A and find some neat beaches down there too- my favorites are "Tracking Station" near Vero Beach proper- just head south until you see the 7-11. Take the road just to the north of the parking lot and it will wind back into the dunes revealing a little-known secret beach with plenty of showers, bathrooms and even a lifeguard on duty- its a great spot! There's even some wormrock reef out there about 100 yards from shore that is exciting to snorkel on days with calm surf and good visibility. Lots of good shelling here as well at low tide.
• Also, further down is "South Beach" and the Humiston Park Boardwalk- also neat spots- just ask someone for directions, or explore the coast road on your own.
• There is also the Environmental Learning Center just over the Indian River via the causeway right in front of the resort- I believe they have kayaking here as well, and you can tour the ecosystem and learn about the local marine life and plants, etc.
• Manatee Watch - See one of Florida's most-loved endangered species firsthand at the Manatee Observation Center. Offered seasonally.
• Tink's Treasure Trove - Visit and tour Mel Fisher's Treasure Museum and experience the history of the "Treasure Coast" firsthand. Then come back and comb the beach with a metal detector in search of your own treasure!
• Kayaking - Enjoy a peaceful four-hour cruise down the river, where you can see a variety of wildlife, including dolphins, manatees, and many types of birds.
• Dodgertown - This is the spring-training home of the Los Angeles Dodgers. Watch the Dodgers in action, enjoy top-notch play from the Vero Beach Dodgers April through August, and visit with sports legends at this famous 450-acre complex. Dodgertown also includes two golf courses, a conference center, a country club, and a full range of recreational facilities.
• Shopping - There is no shortage of shopping areas in Indian River County. You'll find the Indian River Mall (featuring The Disney Store and a 24-screen AMC® theater), beachside specialty boutiques, and Tanger Outlet Center at Vero Beach, which offers more than 75 designer-outlet stores.
• River Cruises - Enjoy the scenic Indian River on one of several area cruise boats. See manatees, white pelicans, and dolphins in their natural habitat.
• Treasure Museums - Mel Fisher and McLarty Treasure Museums offer Guests a view of the many splendors treasure hunters have retrieved from shipwrecks along the Florida coast.
• Riverside Theater - Located at the Civic Arts Center in Riverside Park, this 633-seat theater hosts Broadway plays, musical groups, nationally known artists, and productions by The Acting Company of Riverside Theater, its own in-house theatrical group.

Rob !! Wonderful NEWS!!!! I'm very happy for you!!

 

[dis2cruise]

are there meal discounts with your dvc card at vero beach?

 

[DVCconvert]

are there meal discounts with your dvc card at vero beach?

If you go to page 1 of this thread...and scanned documents - member privileges/pricing

see this:

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

but the TIW card is accepted 7 days per week, alll meals and bar purchases....that would give a 20% discount - something to consider.

HTH

 

[backyardponder]

is there a shuttle or transportation service avail between vero and Disneyworld? is there a shuttle from the airport to vero like they do for Disneyworld? I'm considering a split stay.

No. Your best choice is to rent a car. Taxi or limo is very expensive.

 

[backyardponder]

Really just checking in and updating.

Sorry I have been absent for a few weeks. I have been diligently working to obtain a new job... I got it!

I'm going to work for DHS-FEMA-Technology Support & Innovation Division. Man, there is a lot involved in this process. Just waiting now for the background check and clearance.

I think I have the roll call updated. Let me know if I missed you.

We're still hoping to book the week after Christmas at VB.

Thanks for your patience my friends!

WAY TO GO ROB! Congratulations.

 

[HETRICKL]

I just booked our first stay at Vero for 10/25 for 5 nights in a 1BR! If anyone is interested their was a Beach Cottage open for that time too. I just couldn't bring myself to part with the points for just 4 of us. Ooh, but I wanted too.

 

[edk35]

Add us to the Vero list. We will be staying there for the first time in July. We will arrive on July 21st and our family is booked into two Garden Inn Rooms.