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

[dort]

Just wanted to share a pic I got while at Vero this year. We only had 2 full days and I didn't want to leave We did have to get out of the water a couple of times due to a school of sharks. We could actually see them from the beach. This turtle swam right next to a group of people. She came up on shore a few times but went right back in. I was surprised she would swim that close to people!

Awesome picture!!!

 

[DisDaydreamer]

We'd like to go any week in July or August....I would guess that's considered peak?

Nope... that would not be peak.

People typically choose VB earlier when the air temps are still chilly further north. Pretty much everything is in season along the east coast in these months... so less demand in the south. This does not hold so true for WDW resorts.

Good Luck

 

[DisDaydreamer]

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That is about as good as it gets. GREAT pic. I thought I had a keeper when I got this one a few years ago... Pales in comparison. Congratulations.

I'm guessing yours is a Green and mine is a leatherback. Maybe madcocco will stop by and elaborate.

 

[garnet1240]

We did have to get out of the water a couple of times due to a school of sharks. We could actually see them from the beach.

....get out a couple of times??!! Meaning you went back in???! OMG, you are much braver than I Lol!!

 

[deej696]

Question...we are going in two weeks for our annual long weekend at Vero. We are in an OVIR as usual, but we have some friends that are joining us and have booked a studio. Are there studios in the Inn building, or are they all in the other buildings?

 

[missdani416]

Thanks for the kind comments on my photo. I got lucky I guess DisDaydreamer...WOW that would have been amazing to see a leatherback, great shot, he/she looks HUGE! There was a leatherback nest on the side of the dune, it was huge compared to the others. I think it would be amazing to see one of those full grown.

 

[HsvTeacher]

We went to the seafood buffet at Shutters on the night we arrived at Vero Beach. The next night we went to Capt. Hiram's. We had never been there before, so we didn't know what to expect, but we'd heard great things about it. We lucked out, and it ended up being Lobster Friday!

Capt. Hiram's:

The restaurant is on the left and the bar/club is on the right. We could hear a Jimmy Buffett cover band playing as we walked up.

The entrance to the restaurant:

The area where we were seated:

The inside was open-air and was really nice. The booths/tables were on tiered platforms, so everyone had a good view. During dinner, it started raining pretty heavily, and it got pretty loud in the restaurant. However, we still had a really nice time.

First up was the bread:

It was so soft and yummy, and it melted in your mouth. We were off to a good start! Next, we ordered the seafood hushpuppies. They were heavenly! Unfortunately, I forgot to take a picture of them.

My DH ordered the crab soup:

He raved about how wonderful it was and debated about whether or not to order another cup. He opted for the caesar salad instead, and he really liked it, too.

Now for our entrees...They had a lot of regular menu options, so we had a hard time deciding. Then we saw some of the lobster dishes coming out, and then we narrowed down our options.

DH ordered the lobster pasta:

You can't see it because it's under the pasta, but there was a ton of lobster. DH said that it was about a lobster's worth of meat. I tried a bite of it, and it was creamy and super rich, but that's a good thing!

I opted for the steamed Maine lobster:

It was perfect! The lobster melted in your mouth and was so fresh. (We're used to getting lobster right from the lobster boats when we're in Connecticut.) It rivaled any lobster I've ever eaten. Awesome!

We were too stuffed to eat dessert. We paid our bill, and we were on our way. We'll definitely be back to Capt. Hiram's!

 

[DisDaydreamer]

Question...we are going in two weeks for our annual long weekend at Vero. We are in an OVIR as usual, but we have some friends that are joining us and have booked a studio. Are there studios in the Inn building, or are they all in the other buildings?

They are all in the other buildings. A studio is the smaller portion of a lock-off 2-bedroom. Depending on their location and level it is still possible to get an ocean view. The studio has a bed and sofa vs. two beds in the OVIR so you may find yourselves visiting more in their room.

 

[DisDaydreamer]

....get out a couple of times??!! Meaning you went back in???! OMG, you are much braver than I Lol!!

This little sighting caused everyone to leave the water a few years ago. People thought it was a couple of sharks.

But is was just a Manta-ray with it's wing tips out of the water.

Like a big puppy dog (of the sea) wanting to play

 

[PMDR59]

We'd like to go any week in July or August....I would guess that's considered peak?

I booked at 7 months and have 8/28 to 9/2. I know alot of the US is back in school alreay by then, may be why I had NO problem getting a OVIR.

 

[jerseygal]

Thanks VERY MUCH for posting the food pics!

Looks like I'll put Captain Hirams' on our list for August!

Thanks again! Can't wait for Vero!

 

[Tiger926]

I mistakenly didn't post this in this thread yesterday, and haven't gotten any answers yet, so I'm hopefully putting this in the right place!

We are very excited for our first stay at Vero next month - yeah! We are 2 adults and 2 kids (ages 3 and 7).

DH wants to get feedback on the following Vero restaurants that are available on Restaurants.com:

Riverside Cafe
Marotta's Restaurant
Southern Comfort Grill
Amalfi Grille

How close are these restaurants to Vero resort? What was food and atmosphere like?

Thanks for any feedback, Tiger

 

[mcarr1635]

We are going in two weeks for our annual long weekend at Vero. We are in an OVIR.

What is an OVIR?

 

[HsvTeacher]

What is an OVIR?

It's an ocean view inn room. They are in the main building and are comparable to a studio, except they have two queen beds instead of a queen bed and a sofa. (I think two of them have a king-sized bed instead of the two queens.)

 

[Twinprincesses]

We went to the seafood buffet at Shutters on the night we arrived at Vero Beach. The next night we went to Capt. Hiram's. We had never been there before, so we didn't know what to expect, but we'd heard great things about it. We lucked out, and it ended up being Lobster Friday!

Capt. Hiram's:
!

You are totally making my mouth water!!! Is this family friendly?? Looks like only adults in the restaurant. I have 7 yr olds and want to go here.

 

[dreamlinda]

What is an OVIR?

Inn rooms have:

•Kitchenette with microwave, mini-refrigerator, toaster, wet bar and coffee maker
•Two queen-size beds
•TV/DVD
•Private porch or balcony
•Ocean or garden view

You can see a basic floorplan for an Inn room at:

http://advc.disney.go.com/media/dvc...esorts/veroBeach/floorPlans/deluxeinnroom.jpg

Depending on the location of the room within the Inn the shape may be different, but the furnishings will be the same. (except for the previously mentioned 2 king-bed rooms).

 

[Tiger926]

Does Vero sell resort exclusive beach towels? Thanks, Tiger

 

[IluvXU]

Does Vero sell resort exclusive beach towels? Thanks, Tiger

Yes! The towels have the turtle with the logo on it. They had shirts too, keychains, pins. No ornaments though... I wanted one to remember our great trip!

 

[Tiger926]

Yes! The towels have the turtle with the logo on it. They had shirts too, keychains, pins. No ornaments though... I wanted one to remember our great trip!

Thanks - my hubby will be very happy, as the kids use beach towels here at home each day for showers/baths, so we love buying new ones @ WDW!

Thanks so much, Tiger

 

[HsvTeacher]

You are totally making my mouth water!!! Is this family friendly?? Looks like only adults in the restaurant. I have 7 yr olds and want to go here.

Absolutely! There were kids all around us, just not in the picture.