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

[Twinprincesses]

What number do I call to make reservations at Shutters?

 

[KerriL]

1-772-234-2000

 

[Caren]

Just saw a report on the news of tar balls washing up at Vero Beach. They're claiming it has nothing to do with the oil spill.

 

[dis2cruise]

is there a place to get a burger or fries near the pool area? does someone have a photo of the menu ??

 

[DVCconvert]

Just saw a report on the news of tar balls washing up at Vero Beach. They're claiming it has nothing to do with the oil spill.

It's not "tar balls" it was described as tar "pancakes" and it does not have anything to do with "the oil spill" IF you're referring to the Gulf oil rig....the "pancakes" are not an 'ecological diasaster' nor a problem for swimmers/fisherman/boaters.

http://www.tcpalm.com/news/2010/may/17/tar-pancakes-wash-up-on-vero-beach-but-not-from/

dis2cruise asked:
is there a place to get a burger or fries near the pool area?

http://allears.net/menu/menu_bleachers.htm

 

[denegate]

Great info on this thread - thanks so much to all of you sharing your experiences! We will be at Vero Beach for the first time from July 27 - August 3. I read something about ordering beach chairs online and having them delivered to the room. I like this idea since it will save money on renting. Any suggestions as to where to order them from?? I would be happy to leave them for another family when we leave.

 

[Twinprincesses]

1-772-234-2000

Thank you. You can book 90 days out so I made our character b-fast meal.

I also asked her about the oil and she told me they hope it stays away since it is Turtle nesting season. We are keeping our reservation regardless. Airfare is paid and there is more to do than the beach.

 

[photobob]

Well we cancelled our trip for June 27-July2. We decided to go to WDW instead this year, so hopefully someone's waitlist came through! We had and 1 BDR and our friends had a 2 BDR that we cancelled Monday. Sorry no photo trip report from Vero from Photobob this year, you'll have to settle for a WDW version.

We decided to cancel for a myriad of reasons, the largest being I got the WDW fever and boy is that hard to shake!!

 

[DVCconvert]

.......Sorry no photo trip report from Vero from Photobob this year, you'll have to settle for a WDW version.

We decided to cancel for a myriad of reasons, the largest being I got the WDW fever and boy is that hard to shake!!

That's too bad Bob - I've always enjoyed your reports and particularly your photos!! I do understand however, and I hope you all have a magical visit!!!

 

[DVCconvert]

Great info on this thread - thanks so much to all of you sharing your experiences! We will be at Vero Beach for the first time from July 27 - August 3. I read something about ordering beach chairs online and having them delivered to the room. I like this idea since it will save money on renting. Any suggestions as to where to order them from?? I would be happy to leave them for another family when we leave.

For Beach chairs you have several options:

1) rent at resort (discounts for members - pricing shown in post 1 of this thread)

2) drive to walmart, buy, use, discard

3) rent from local provider (ie., orchid island rentals-historically they have more stuff than what is listed on their website for rental)

I've personally only done #1 above. Some have mail ordered them and had them shipped to the resort (timed to arrive for their checkin date)

HTH

 

[dis2cruise]

do the "LOVE BUGS" fly around vero beach area like at disney world??

 

[madcoco]

It's not "tar balls" it was described as tar "pancakes" and it does not have anything to do with "the oil spill" IF you're referring to the Gulf oil rig....the "pancakes" are not an 'ecological diasaster' nor a problem for swimmers/fisherman/boaters.

Exactly they have occasionlly washed up on the beaches for as long as I can remember. People just never gave them much thought until now. The State of FL encourages people to report any tarballs,pancakes etc to this number (866) 448-5816
This happened a few years ago. A tourist on the beach thought he had a small hardened tarball/pancake. After examination, it was actually an Encrusted Spanish Silver Cob(coin) from one of the local wrecks. People have skipped these back into the water or thrown them away thinking they were just tar or rocks for years. 99.999% of the time it will be tar and you will end up with one heck of a mess between the toes or fingers.(Use Dawn) Imho it is inevitable that the "real oil spill" reaches our shores. Just how much and the effects on the environment is the question. Marine Life took a hard hit this winter in FL and the spill could mean a disaster for years to come.
Lets prepare for the worst and hope for the best.

do the "LOVE BUGS" fly around vero beach area like at disney world??

Yes unfortunately they can but at least they don't bite like No-See-Ums or Mosquitos. If you are driving your personal vehicle suggest putting a fresh coat of wax and RainX on the windshield. It will help.

 

[DVCconvert]

do the "LOVE BUGS" fly around vero beach area like at disney world??

"love bugs" are "love bugs" no matter where they are found...they all "fly".

that said, I have not found them to be as evident at VB as WDW...probably due the the off shore breeze that normal exists at VB.

 

[madcoco]

DVCconvert Just wanted to say Thanks for posting the link to the article.Quite a bit of valuable contact information in it.

 

[backyardponder]

We are getting ready to head back to VB in less than a month.

This is my favorite picture I took from our first trip there, last June. I took it at sunset.

My DH swears there is a shark fin on the right side of the picture

We're making our packing list and trying to decide.. do we bring chairs with us, buy some chairs while we're there or just sit on the beach.

Great photo, but it had to be at sunrise since VB faces east!

 

[dcmmgw]

We're heading to the world this Sunday for 6 days(OKW) and then will be at VB for Memorial Day Weekend.

Anyone know if they do anything special that weekend?

Thanks

 

[philatiger]

We're heading to the world this Sunday for 6 days(OKW) and then will be at VB for Memorial Day Weekend.

Anyone know if they do anything special that weekend?

Thanks

We arrive on the 30th, were wondering the same thing.

 

[DisDaydreamer]

I don't think there is any special event, but every weekend at VB is special.

Plus you're smack dab in the middle of sea turtle nesting season.

 

[MiaSRN62]

Wow....awesome pics Rob !
My daughter would love love to see turtles during one of these trips to VB !!!


Maria

 

[DisDaydreamer]

Wow....awesome pics Rob !
My daughter would love love to see turtles during one of these trips to VB !!!
Maria

Actually, we've never been lucky enough to see one nesting at night, but we did see this one from the beach.

Take care Maria.