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[roysbrew]

How was Dollar Rent a car? Was it quick to get the car? Did you use their Dollar Express? We are renting with Dollar when we come in October.

Last year we used Avis. They were very slow and then tried to give a an SUV that seated 7 with no space for luggage instead of the minivan we had reserved. Told us we would have to wait 45 minutes for a minvan to be brought from a different site. We had no choice but to wait and it was around 8 pm.

I researched and we are trying Dollar this year. I'm hoping for a better outcome.

 

[AnnaS]

How was Dollar Rent a car? Was it quick to get the car? Did you use their Dollar Express? We are renting with Dollar when we come in October.

Last year we used Avis. They were very slow and then tried to give a an SUV that seated 7 with no space for luggage instead of the minivan we had reserved. Told us we would have to wait 45 minutes for a minvan to be brought from a different site. We had no choice but to wait and it was around 8 pm.

I researched and we are trying Dollar this year. I'm hoping for a better outcome.

This was our first time too. We have actually not rented a car in a while. Very quick at the counter and to get our car. We had two grand marquis - my husband commented, "did they still make them anymore?"

Let's see when we are done.

ps. forgot - there are some high waves and there is also a shady area int he gazebo with table and chairs but no lounges of course.

 

[PirateFrank]

Unfortunately, unless it's changed since last year ~ paper plates and bowls and plastic silverware. About 4 of each. You can ask mousekeeping for more. It's like a "starter kit".

WHAT!?!?!?!?!

is this in the Villas or just the inn rooms?


we're going there next week...and the idea that there wont be flatware, plates, glasses, etc in our 1-bedroom villa is VERY, VERY disturbing!

 

[dreamlinda]

WHAT!?!?!?!?!

is this in the Villas or just the inn rooms?


we're going there next week...and the idea that there wont be flatware, plates, glasses, etc in our 1-bedroom villa is VERY, VERY disturbing!

Inn Rooms. Not to fear, the 1 bdrms have all the usual DVC comforts!

 

[jerseygal]

Thanks for the info! I just checked...94 miles from Orlando Airport!

Should only take about 1 1/2 hrs! Can't wait! Sounds BEAUTIFUL!

 

[PirateFrank]

Inn Rooms. Not to fear, the 1 bdrms have all the usual DVC comforts!

phew!! what a relief!!
Thanks!

 

[3cheers4DIS]

Wow its Hot in Orlando !!!! enjoying our week at the Boardwalk, then off to Kidani on the 10th, the drinks are so expensive though, but luckily our mad dash around publix has paid off, $80 on beer/wine would cost in the hundreds on disney property, we do not rent a car until leaving Kidani, then drive to Vero, via Ron Jons of course, we are considering buying a few chairs at Publix ect to save a bit of money. for the Green Cabin Room !! cheers everyone Iain.

 

[DeniseL]

Does anyone know what day they do the Character Breakfast and how much it cost? Having a girls weekend in October and thought it would be a fun way to start the day!!

 

[NH Disney Mom]

Well I just called yesterday to make reservations for ours next week and they do it on Saturdays and I think its around 17.00 per person, hope this helps

 

[garnet1240]

Just curious, I see river cruises, but was wondering if there are whale watch cruises at Vero? Is that such a thing there? Maybe not the right area to spot them.

For those that have done them, are the river cruises worth it...did you get to see anything? It's a mom and daughter trip...hoping to have a couple of things planned to keep her (DD19) out of the outlet mall lol

Heading down in just over two weeks whoo hoo

Gail

 

[sweetinmaine]

Just curious, I see river cruises, but was wondering if there are whale watch cruises at Vero? Is that such a thing there? Maybe not the right area to spot them.

For those that have done them, are the river cruises worth it...did you get to see anything? It's a mom and daughter trip...hoping to have a couple of things planned to keep her (DD19) out of the outlet mall lol

Heading down in just over two weeks whoo hoo

Gail

Curious about the cruises too! We'll have our 3 grandchildren with us and I think it's something they would enjoy.

 

[edk35]

Does anyone know what day they do the Character Breakfast and how much it cost? Having a girls weekend in October and thought it would be a fun way to start the day!!

We were there in July and it was on Saturdays. Not sure if they do it any other day. We only knew about the Sat. one.

 

[DisDaydreamer]

Just curious, I see river cruises, but was wondering if there are whale watch cruises at Vero? Is that such a thing there? Maybe not the right area to spot them.

For those that have done them, are the river cruises worth it...did you get to see anything? It's a mom and daughter trip...hoping to have a couple of things planned to keep her (DD19) out of the outlet mall lol

Heading down in just over two weeks whoo hoo

Gail

Hey Gail,

I don't think it is the right area, but here is a pic dvcconvert took a few years ago. I could be wrong. Just never heard or saw anything about whale watches. Have a great trip

 

[bobbiwoz]

In '04 we did a boat excursion on the St. Johns River. It was interesting, but I am not sure we saw any dolphins. It was in March and we saw some manatees at the dock area of the Oceanographic Institute.
Bobbi

 

[DVCconvert]

Gail,
Rob is correct that I took that photo. I'm no marine biologist, but I believe sighting whales in FL is more a function of season. The photo above was taken in january from the front upper deck of a Beach Cottage. I believe at that time of year certain whales are migrating.

While I have yet to take one of the river cruises, I have heard good things about them and plan to someday. I've heard often you get to see quite a bit of wild birds pretty close.

HTH

 

[garnet1240]

Thanks for the info everyone! That's what I suspected about the whales... but maybe we'll try the River cruise, seems calm enough...or maybe one of those air boat rides... if I'm brave lol. If I'm not in a big boat, I tend to get a little uneasy seeing things in the water that are bigger than me... don't have that happen in upstate NY

Gail

 

[Bellesmama]

Hi,

We can't wait to return to Vero Beach - we(DH, DD11, me) will be there Aug 21 - 25th! Anyone else going to be there?

Bellesmama

 

[NH Disney Mom]

We'll be there 8/16-8/22...can't wait!!!!

 

[BCV2003]

My BF and I will be there October 4 through October 8. I just booked and Ocean View Inn Room on Saturday.

We can't wait as it will be out first visit there.

 

[roysbrew]

We will be there ( DH, DD 8, DS 8, DD 2, DS 2) October 6 -12 in the villas. Can't wait!