As a
DVC resort, Vero Beach is nearly always full. But even full, it never feels particularly crowded, certainly nothing close to Walt Disney World crowded.
We have been to Vero Beach twice since they reopened after Covid. The first time was in July 2020 and they were strictly enforcing social distancing, meaning it was tough to get a lounge chair poolside.
The second time was July 2021, and things were much more relaxed. We had no difficulty getting chairs then.
Vero Beach has one quick service counter and one small table service restaurant. It can be tough to get a table for the restaurant, but the food counter never seems particularly crowded.
The pace at Vero Beach is really relaxed (I.e. slow). You pretty much sit poolside or on the ocean all day long. It’s best to have a car if you want to do some exploring.