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[DisDaydreamer]

Got you all added to the roll call.

 

[dreamlinda]

Recent / current VB visitors - does anyone know if the new SPA facility has opened, and if so any details to share??

 

[Robo-Daddy 3000]

Recent / current VB visitors - does anyone know if the new SPA facility has opened, and if so any details to share??

We got back around 3 weeks ago and they were working on the Spa when we were there. There was a sign outside the Inn building (in the back) on your way to bldg 12 that was covered in a white garbage bag but you could read through the bag and it said "The Spa at Disneys Vero Beach Resort". Maybe that will be the new entrance for the Spa when it is finished. I didn't ask when it would open but if you call the resort they may be able to tell you.

 

[roysbrew]

DisDaydreamer thanks for adding me to the roll call.

 

[NH Disney Mom]

Hey everyone quick question what kind of coffee makers do they have as far as cone or basket type and how many filters do they give you to start I forget from last yr. Almost done packing just want to make sure I have everything I need.

 

[DisDaydreamer]

Hey everyone quick question what kind of coffee makers do they have as far as cone or basket type and how many filters do they give you to start I forget from last yr. Almost done packing just want to make sure I have everything I need.

We just by the Maxwell filter packs. The fit in any size basket. You just have to decide how many you want to put in.

 

[DisDaydreamer]

Recent / current VB visitors - does anyone know if the new SPA facility has opened, and if so any details to share??

I didn't realize there was to be a new spa, but here is some info from a few years ago. Hope it helps.

 

[js]

I'm heading to Vero on Monday and VERY VERY behind in my planning!
We just came back from a weeklong cruise on Saturday for my dd's Sweet 16 and all my planning was focused on the cruise.

Can I ask, where has everyone been eating lately and what do you recommend?

Squid Lips?
Ocean Grill (It gets good and bad reviews so why do you like/not like it).

Anything else??? PLEASE help me LOL
Thank you.

 

[js]

We flew out of Newark with Jetblue at 7 am. Landed in Orlando and picked up our Dollar rental. I think we were at Vero by noon give or take. We almost went the wrong way following my brother and had to get out and come back. We then ended up on US 1 instead of A1A so we killed a few.

CVS - two minutes from the resort - had beach chairs on sale. We picked up two. We only used them yesterday. Today we parked ourselves early by lounge chairs and a table so we would have some shade. Not much though. There is a spot or two next to the Pirate ship behind the miniature golf.

We went back and forth to the beach. We took turns going. We never left the chairs/table and left since my niece did not want to go into the ocean.

We got the low sand chairs less than $10 each. Not sure if they will have anything left by then unless you hit Publix/Walgreens or the other CVS down the road.

We really like it and hope to come back again someday. I think 4 nights would have been perfect. Next time we will also take a day or two to explore around Vero. This time we wanted to enjoy the resort and our dinners out in town.

Hi Anna. We are headed to Vero on Monday. Can you recommend any good places for dinner. We love seafood and don't mind spending the money for good atmospher and food. Our kids are 16 and 12 and my mom is also going.
Thanks so much!

 

[AnnaS]

We were only there three nights so we ate at Squid Lips in Sebastian, Mulligan's, it was family night when we went. They had great entertainment. We also ate at Citrus. All casual.

There were other recommendations too. Mentioned also were Mr. Manatee's and Captain Hiram's.

I am sure others here will have more suggestions. Have a great time.

 

[js]

WOW!! I just went on to Captain Hiram's website and is it me or did anyone else notice the picture???? Beside the waitress, I don't see anyone younger looking than 70s?? While there is nothing wrong with that, I wonder why that would be the picture shown unless that is the crowd it caters too.
My dh is 45, I'm 43 and have kids 16 and 12 so this may not be for us

Has anyone been there that is younger and enjoyed it LOL

 

[js]

We were only there three nights so we ate at Squid Lips in Sebastian, Mulligan's, it was family night when we went. They had great entertainment. We also ate at Citrus. All casual.

There were other recommendations too. Mentioned also were Mr. Manatee's and Captain Hiram's.

I am sure others here will have more suggestions. Have a great time.

Thanks so much!
Going to take a look at the websites. I recognize the names you mentioned from reading on here.

Did you make a reservation when you went to each?


THANKS so much!

 

[TinklednPants]

WOW!! I just went on to Captain Hiram's website and is it me or did anyone else notice the picture???? Beside the waitress, I don't see anyone younger looking than 70s?? While there is nothing wrong with that, I wonder why that would be the picture shown unless that is the crowd it caters too.
My dh is 45, I'm 43 and have kids 16 and 12 so this may not be for us

Has anyone been there that is younger and enjoyed it LOL

Try clicking on the link that says "entertainment". I think you'll find a slightly different crowd.

 

[DisDaydreamer]

WOW!! I just went on to Captain Hiram's website and is it me or did anyone else notice the picture???? Beside the waitress, I don't see anyone younger looking than 70s?? While there is nothing wrong with that, I wonder why that would be the picture shown unless that is the crowd it caters too.
My dh is 45, I'm 43 and have kids 16 and 12 so this may not be for us

Has anyone been there that is younger and enjoyed it LOL

This is Vero Beach. Once you leave the Disney resort 99% of the inhabitants will be older than you.

The shadows are short and light. It is brunch or lunch time. Most of them older folks... will be getting ready for bed by the time you "Young Pups" hit the seen for dinner. And for the ones who are there for dinner... well, buy just one round of drinks for those over 50. It's like kick starting a Harley. Party time.

Seriously, if are you going there for the food, does it matter who else is there for the great food? Don't worry about it.

 

[Bellesmama]

Hi!

We're heading to Vero on Saturday! We are planning on going to Squid Lips - we go there every time! Great casual dining and have never had to make a reservation. I think last year at this time we had maybe a 20 minute wait for dinner?

We are also planning on going to Captain Hiram's - we've been there once before - I remember the atmosphere was fun - also casual.

We are excited to try Mulligan's!

We've been to Ocean Grill once - I remember it was less casual than the above mentioned restaurants.

We (DH, DD11 and I) are definitely under 70 and enjoy going to local (non-national chain) restaurants when we travel.

See you pool side!
Bellesmama

 

[SnowWitch]

WOW!! I just went on to Captain Hiram's website and is it me or did anyone else notice the picture???? Beside the waitress, I don't see anyone younger looking than 70s?? While there is nothing wrong with that, I wonder why that would be the picture shown unless that is the crowd it caters too.
My dh is 45, I'm 43 and have kids 16 and 12 so this may not be for us

Has anyone been there that is younger and enjoyed it LOL

To funny!!! They have a sandbar area and live bands. If you go duirng early bird hours there seems to be more of the mature crowd after 7pm its pretty lively. We enjoy it and we are group of 30-40's, teens, and preschoolers.

 

[garnet1240]

And for the ones who are there for dinner... well, buy just one round of drinks for those over 50. It's like kick starting a Harley. Party time.

OMG, too funny!! LOL
Changed our dates a bit, will be there one week from tonight for 7 days
(24th -31st)! whoo hoo!

 

[tkalita]

Does anybody know anything about the pirate night dinner? Is this something you need to make reservations for? How about the Unbirthday Party or the Character breakfast?? I'm a newbie at VB and I can't find much information on their activities/events...

 

[melissa0208]

Heading to VB for the first time this Nov for DH's 30th birthday. Super excited! Getting a lot of info from this thread so thank you everyone!

 

[Hopefully]

Hi,
I am trying to decide if we will change our October trip from SSR to VB. We can not get an OVIR for the week. We would have to reserve a studio for the first 2 nights and then change to an OVIR for the last 5.
On our check out/check in day will we have beach towels available to use at the beach? I understand that they are in the room, so I am thinking we would need to leave them in the studio we are checking out of and we would not have them from the OVIR we are checking in to.
Does Bell Services at Vero have refrigeration capabilities to store cold food during the day?
Also, is there anywhere to shower and change after checkout. We are thinking we could use the beach for a few hours after check out before heading to the airport, but we would need to change.
Thanks for your help.