The NEW I Work in Port Canaveral Thread!

WOW Preston......you are quick this morning!!!

 

I want to thank you and Shirley for all the good info. You two feel just like "family" to me.....:D

 

See you in 16 days......YIPPEE!!!!!!

 

I am just filling in while Shirley is on vacation. Glad we could help. I am actually spending a week in a hotel myself while my home gets remodeled.

So we plan to pick a hotel with shuttle from FLL airport to hotel and then from hotel to PC to join the Eurodam on Nov. 20th. I haven't chosen yet.

 

On our return a week later we plan to spend the day in Fort Lauderdale and then leave the next morning from FLL.

 

My question is: is the Downtown area walkable so that if I "Priceline/Hotwire" a downtown hotel and we want to go to the Science museum, we will be able to walk there even if it is a mile or two? We don't want to hire a car if we can walk the district and entertain ourselves.

 

Thanks.

So we plan to pick a hotel with shuttle from FLL airport to hotel and then from hotel to PC to join the Eurodam on Nov. 20th. I haven't chosen yet.

 

On our return a week later we plan to spend the day in Fort Lauderdale and then leave the next morning from FLL.

 

My question is: is the Downtown area walkable so that if I "Priceline/Hotwire" a downtown hotel and we want to go to the Science museum, we will be able to walk there even if it is a mile or two? We don't want to hire a car if we can walk the district and entertain ourselves.

 

Thanks.

 

This is a Port Canaveral thread. You may want to repost under Florida Departures.

This is a Port Canaveral thread. You may want to repost under Florida Departures.

Ok, thanks.

Wow! This thread is something else. So much useful info here. I have a question, and forgive me if it is on one of the 43 pages and I may have missed it but...we are cruising the Carnival Dream Jan 8. Flying into MCO the day before. We are looking at the Courtyard Mariott Cocoa Beach. I see they have a fly, snooze and cruise package deal. My question is...who as stayed here and is it nice? And, this seems pretty convenient with the shuttle to/from the airport and to/from the port. I am getting a rate of $233 for all of this. To me it sounds like a good deal but just curious of anyone else has done this deal before. How do we 'book' the shuttle?

Thanks for your help. :)

Edited October 21, 2010 by daisy7113

Wow! This thread is something else. So much useful info here. I have a question, and forgive me if it is on one of the 43 pages and I may have missed it but...we are cruising the Carnival Dream Jan 8. Flying into MCO the day before. We are looking at the Courtyard Mariott Cocoa Beach. I see they have a fly, snooze and cruise package deal. My question is...who as stayed here and is it nice? And, this seems pretty convenient with the shuttle to/from the airport and to/from the port. I am getting a rate of $233 for all of this. To me it sounds like a good deal but just curious of anyone else has done this deal before. How do we 'book' the shuttle?

Thanks for your help. :)

 

I can only tell you the hotel is nice and in a good location. As for the deal I always shop around.

This is our first time sailing out of Port Canavarel, is there any other

place close by to park besides the port? We are going out of pier 10

This is our first time sailing out of Port Canavarel, is there any other

place close by to park besides the port? We are going out of pier 10

 

There is a new Park & Sail in Cocoa that will save you about $50 on a 7 day cruise. Go back a few pages in this thread for more details. Also many hotels here will let you leave your car with one nights stay and shuttle you to/from the ship.

I am getting married the day before a cruise leaving from Port Canaveral next September. I am trying to choose a beach to be married on, but never having been in the area, this is a challenge. Cocoa Beach is out because we would like more privacy and a non-touristy beach. My wedding officient sent me a list with some pictures and I am torn between Cherie Downs Beach Park in Cape Canaveral and Pelican Beach Park in Satellite Beach. I am wanting something that is very nature-ful and doesn't have a lot of buildings on the shore or anything.

Can someone help with suggestions? Thanks!

I dont know the area well either, but a friend got married there in cocoa beach in a little park..Lori Wilson park I think. It was on I Dream of Jeannie lane. Was nice..a little board walk type area with a pavilion looking out over the beach. Dont know how crowded it gets..we were there in June and it wasnt too bad.

 

http://www.beachhunter.net/cocoa-beach/lori-wilson-park.htm

Edited October 23, 2010 by pbinn
add link

Thanks for the information, I will check it out

 

There is a new Park & Sail in Cocoa that will save you about $50 on a 7 day cruise. Go back a few pages in this thread for more details. Also many hotels here will let you leave your car with one nights stay and shuttle you to/from the ship.

I dont know the area well either, but a friend got married there in cocoa beach in a little park..Lori Wilson park I think. It was on I Dream of Jeannie lane. Was nice..a little board walk type area with a pavilion looking out over the beach. Dont know how crowded it gets..we were there in June and it wasnt too bad.

 

http://www.beachhunter.net/cocoa-beach/lori-wilson-park.htm

 

LW Park is nice as well but can get crowded!

This information is based on all the information that was put together from the thread created by PSbcap known as “I work in Port Canaveral”. Forever thanks to Preston, the Cruise Critic staff and others for helping to make your travel and choices easier.

Please utilize and patronize the advertisers on the Cruise Critic board for they make it possible for the board to continue their excellent service to each and everyone

Thank you

Shirley R. Nelson-Brown

Cape Canaveral, Florida

 

 

HELFUL INFORMATION FOR YOU

 

 

THOSE WITH A HEAVY FOOT ETC

 

BE ADVISED THAT TICKETS FOR DRIVING VIOLATIONS HERE IS BREVARD COUNTY HAVE NOW GONE UP ANOTHER $25.00 SO THAT WILL MAKE IT WELL OVER $200.00 IF YOU GET STOPPED AND THEY ARE OUT THERE ON MOTORCYLCES, UNMARKED CARS ETC.

DO YOURSELF AND SOMEONE ELSE A FAVOR --DRIVE SAFE

 

05/29/2009 - YOU CAN NOW BE STOPPED FOR NOT WEARING YOUR SEAT BELT AND THERE IS NO EXCUSE YET FOUND TO KEEP FROM NOT GETTING TICKETED FOR THIS VIOLATION.

 

06/29/2010 – TRAFFIC LIGHTS HAVE NOW HAD CAMERA INSTALLED TO CATCH DRIVERS THAT RUN RED LIGHTS OR COMMIT OTHER INFRACTIONS. YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED BY MAIL THAT YOU HAVE RECEIVED A FINE STARTING AT $150.00.

 

 

FOR NON US CITIZEN

 

https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov/esta/esta.h...0-CF0A2A82331B

 

 

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:

 

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2048291

 

 

FINDING BEST GAS STATION WITH LOWER COST

 

http://www.motortrend.com/gas_prices...ape_canaveral/

 

http://autos.msn.com/everyday/GasSta...32920&x=16&y=8

 

 

INFORMATION ON COST OF GAS ON RENTAL CARS BEING TURNED IN HERE

 

OK I need to really bring each and all up to speed if you are returning a car back in here at Cape Canaveral.

I did some checking today and if you do NOT fill your gas tank before turning it in, you will be charged $6.999 a gal so save yourself a little bit of monies by stopping at one of the gas stations before you turn it back in.

Just food for though or should I say just gas for though ;-)

 

IF YOU HAVE A CONSUMER'S COMPLAINT

 

http://www.800helpfla.com/complnt.html

 

INTERNET BILLBOARDS BANNERS FOR POINT OF INTEREST AT OUR SPACE COAST

 

This is a new web site to locate key points of interest here at the Space Coast - check it out

VERY INTERESTING!!!

 

http://www.cocoabeachnow.com/

http://www.melbournebeachnow.com/

 

CODED MAP OF PLACES

 

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1753248

 

TOLL CALCULATIONS FOR THE BEACHLINE FROM ORLANDO OR OTHER AREAS TO THE PORT

 

http://www.floridasturnpike.com/TRI/...entral-fla.jpg

 

https://epass.oocea.com/Corporate/tr...alculator.aspx

 

scroll down until you see TOLL SCHEDULE AND CLICK ON THE LINK FOR MORE INFORMATION

 

 

TRAVELERS TO ORLANDO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (OIA)

 

Exit to Orlando airport off the Beachline has changed. Those traveling from the east coast on the Beachline will find the new exit about 1/4 of a mile BEFORE the old exit. The old exit is closed. You no longer go under the bridge and exit to the Orlando Airport. You exit along with the SR 436 Rd exit and bear to left to go to airport. Be sure to pay attention to the new exit signs.

 

 

 

 

 

AIRPORTS CLOSEST TO PORT CANAVERAL

 

http://www.orlandoairports.net/

ORLANDO, FLORIDA

 

http://www.mlbair.com/

MELBOURNE, FLA

 

BIRD'S EYE VIEW OF PORT AND CAPE CANAVERAL (and in case you are concern about getting lost)

 

http://maps.live.com/ (click "birds eye view" after you've zoomed into Port Canaveral)

 

http://maps.live.com/ - click "street view" once zoomed in to "drive" along Beachline (ONCE called Bee Line) and what you'd see out your car windshield.

ADDRESSES TO MAP QUEST FOR DRIVING TO PORT CANAVERAL

 

http://www.portcanaveral.org/directions.php

 

Chamber of Commerce

 

Tourist information is located at 8501 Astronaut Blvd, Cape Canaveral, Florida 32920

 

http://www.visitcocoabeach.com/

 

PORT CANAVERAL WEBSITE

 

http://www.portcanaveral.org

 

Includes info on the cruise terminals, restaurants, transportation and local places of interest

 

LOCAL CAM INFORMATION:

 

http://www.portcanaveral.org/webcam.htm

 

You can watch your favorite ships after they have passed the Jetty park channel (takes about 15 or 30 mins to see ships after they have left the channel)

 

http://www.twopalms.com/

 

 

Tourism Sites:

 

http://www.visitflorida.com/

 

http://www.cocoabeach.com

 

 

 

IMPORTANT TRAFFIC INFORMATION

 

http://www.flhsmv.gov/fhp/traffic/crs_h407.htm

 

http://www.fl511.com/

 

http://www.speedtrap.org/speedtraps/...rritt%20Island

 

(this is just for those with a heavy foot)

 

NASA LAUNCHS INFORMATION AND THEN SOME

 

http://www.nasa.gov/missions/highlights/schedule.html

http://www.spaceflightnow.com/tracking/index.html

http://spacelaunchinfo.com/faq.html/#park

http://www.sworld.com.au/steven/space/shuttle/guide.txt

http://www.spaceflightnow.com/http://www.spaceflightnow.com/tracking/

http://www.launchphotography.com/Lau...formation.html

 

 

IMPORTANT WEATHER INFORMATION

 

http://www.accuweather.com/us/fl/cap...u=1&traveler=0

http://www.accuweather.com/forecast....32920&metric=0

http://www.weather.com/outlook/trave...acationplanner (St Thomas)

http://www.weather.bm/ (Bermuda)

http://www.weather.com/outlook/trave...local/BFXX0005 (Nassau)

 

 

CONCERN ABOUT HURRICANES? HERE'S THE PLACE TO CHECK IT OUT

 

http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/index.shtml?

 

http://www.local6.com/hurricanes/index.html

 

 

Closest Hotels to Port Canaveral

 

All below 3 Cape Canaveral hotels are about 2 miles from the port and offer rooms with a view of the port, where you will be able to see the cruise ships in the morning. Be sure and sign up for the port shuttles. None of these 3 hotels are on the beach nor is it within walking distance of the beach (5 min cab ride). If you want the beach close, look for a hotel in Cocoa Beach – beachfront hotels are posted further down.

 

RADISSON HOTEL

 

Website: http://www.radisson.com/capecanaveralfl/

Beginning July 9 2007 Radisson will officially offer free transportation for guests on weekends and other selected times – the Area will be the Port, Cape Canaveral and Cocoa Beach and Kennedy Space Center (KSC by reservation only)

Free cruise parking with an overnight stay

Breakfast buffet for $9.95, some higher rates include breakfast

Radisson webcam (points to the port):

 

http://www.radissonport.com/CruiseShips.htm

 

ROOM INFORMATION PER REQUEST

None of the rooms will give you an ocean view since they are several blocks from the ocean. The standard rooms are only 2 stories. The suite buildings are 3 stories. For standard rooms and either the 200 or 400 building for suites. The 200 building is closer to the pool although the pool area may get quite noisy so if you want a quiet area request courtyard views. The most favorite rooms are in the 800 building 2nd floor facing the pool. Be aware that most of the pool side rooms are king rooms. There are just a few rooms with 2 beds facing the pool.

Due to the construction of high rise condos, there are very few rooms that will give you small views of the ships unfortunately none have a wide open view of the port any more.

 

 

MESSAGE FROM JOE P. GENERAL MANAGER

 

The Cruise package includes breakfast and is available at all times

We do shuttle any hotel guest to the port

And at times we do offer discounts on rooms available on the internet and have special conditions such as no refund and prepayment

If you have any questions, complements or anything else, you can contact Joe P personally

 

JOE PANACKIA

GENERAL MANAGER

RADISSON RESORT AT THE PORT

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS - BAUGHER HOSPITALITY GROUP

PH 321.868.6560

FX 321.868.0064

Jpanackia@Radissonport.com

http://www.radisson.com/capecanaveralfl

 

 

BE AWARE THAT THE RADISSON IS A NON SMOKING HOTEL AND NO LONGER HAVE SMOKING ALLOWED ROOMS. THERE WILL BE COMFORT AREAS FOR THOSE THAT WISH TO SMOKE.

 

Country Inn and Suites

 

Website: http://www.countryinns.com/capecanaveralfl

 

The great thing offered is a free continental breakfast that includes hot continental breakfast with sausage, bacon, eggs, waffles, cereal, juice, milk and coffee etc.

The cruise and park package to park your car at the hotel while on the cruise is NOW FREE OF CHARGE. Now that is a pretty good deal for their guest.

,

The GM at the CI&S is Bud Burch and can be reached at this email address if you have any questions, complements or anything else, Mr. Burch is a super person to work with.

bud.burch@countryinns.com

 

 

Marriott Residence Inn

 

Website: http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/mlbri

 

Free cruise parking with an overnight stay

Complimentary full hot breakfast buffet and nightly social hour is on Monday and Wednesday.

Light dinner, beer and wine. (The complimentary light dinners are hors d'oeuvres except for Wednesday and then it is manager's cookout with hot dogs and hamburger)

The GM is Sarah.OShea@marriott.com (she is another super duper GM and very easy to speak with). You can email her if you have any questions, complements or anything else.

 

Other Hotels that have been recommended on forum:

Most other hotels will let you leave your car but call and double check. For instance, Wakulla Suites will not let you leave your car.

 

WEBSITES AND INFORMATION ON OTHER HOTELS HERE!

 

 

4 Points Sheridan

http://www.starwoodhotels.com/fourpo...ropertyID=1515

 

This is where they have a 5600 gal aquarium in the restaurant area and a neat place to eat and just sit there and watch these fish. Nemo and Dory are there also along with a huge eel that likes to be petted like a dog. Will allow the feeders to scratch him until they have to finally quit as he lays there while asking for more.

This hotel is sister to the Radisson and you will be allowed to use the facilities at the Radisson if so wish.

Adam Bonnett is the GM if you have any questions, complements or anything else you want to discuss with him

Abonnett@CocoaBeachSurf.com

 

 

Courtyard by Marriott

http://www.courtyardcocoabeach.com/

 

Dee Galli is in Guest Services and Lori is front desk manager on duty. The GM is Tom Williamson.

If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, you can drop Stefanie a note at this email address Stefanie.mattia@courtyardcb.com

 

This hotel sits off A1A surrounded by large and beautiful trees. The staff are very friendly and very accommodating with their guest with an “aim to please attitude”

At the Courtyard Marriott Cocoa Beach/Cape Canaveral hotel it’s easy to find your place in the sun - a towel on the beach or a chair by the pool - and soak up the warmth, ambiance, sights and sounds of this amazing destination. Just 200 yards from the beach, Courtyard Cocoa Beach surrounds travelers with the conveniences that make business and pleasure travel easy. This hotel features our new lobby and guest rooms with inviting, flexible spaces to work or relax in, including a poolside tiki bar, mineral pool and Jacuzzi, room service and a full service restaurant with Starbucks coffee. Featuring a décor that is inviting, sophisticated and comfortable, our well-appointed rooms are designed to enhance and complement your Cocoa Beach Florida vacation experience. Some rooms offer views of the Atlantic Ocean and nearby Banana River. An enjoyable vacation is more than just your surroundings. Our friendly, professional staff members know they are a key part of your vacation experience and you’ll always find them pleasant and responsive to your needs. The Courtyard by Marriott Cocoa Beach is a convenient beachside hotel with easy access to Port Canaveral cruises, local restaurants, shopping, and local attractions such as Ron Jon's Surf Shop, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, and the Brevard Zoo.

 

THE RESORT ON COCOA BEACH

 

http://theresortoncocoabeach.com/AroundTheResort.htm

Front desk manager is Carol

General Manager is Sandi Thompson

email address is: theresortoncocoa@aol.com

This is beautiful well kept resort, right on the beach and a time-sharing place.

 

 

DOUBLETREE HOTEL

 

http://www.cocoabeachdoubletree.com/

 

The GM is Kristy Galzerno if you have any questions or problems – beautiful property and thisclose to the beach. Nice tiki bar on the beach and a good place to watch the turtle between May and September. They are across from a small shopping mall that has a Publix, Dollar store, etc.

 

Days Inn

http://www.daysinncocoabeach.com/

 

If you have any questions, comments or complements, you can write Linda at idr@5500northcorp.com. Very nice staff to work with and they really go out their way to please their customers.

 

The Days Inn Cocoa Beach is located one short block from the beach

and just three miles from the cruise terminals…

Complimentary Deluxe Continental Breakfast….

 

Cruise Packages include two roundtrip transfers to the cruise terminal and complimentary parking during your cruise…

 

Steps away from the Famous Cocoa Beach Pier as well as many dining options including a grocery store across the street...

Prices begin at $79.00

For Reservations call 321-784-2550 ext. 0

 

The GM IS BRETT DARLINGTON AND A GREAT PERSON TO WORK WITH BESIDES LINDA;)

 

 

Hampton Inn

http://hamptoninn.hilton.com/en/hp/h...tyhocn=COIBHHX

Hampton Inn Cocoa Beach/Cape Canaveral provides an environment that's both relaxing and peaceful. Most rooms offer breathtaking views from their private balcony and a hot breakfast is on the house every morning! Your room is equipped with a refrigerator and microwave, coffee maker, iron, free high speed internet, and the new 'Hilton Cloud Nine' bed line. Nestled in the heart of Cocoa Beach, Hampton Inn Cocoa Beach/Cape Canaveral is a convenient beachside hotel with easy access to Port Canaveral cruises, local restaurants, shopping, and local attractions such as Ron Jon's Surf Shop, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, and the Brevard Zoo. Hampton Inn is the first in Florida to be Green Lodging Certified.

The General Managers’ name for the Hampton Inn and Courtyard is Tom Williamson.

If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, you can drop Stefanie an email at Stefanie.mattia@hamptoncb.com

She is extremely helpful with her guest along with the GM.

 

 

LA QUINTA HOTEL

 

http://www.lq.com/lq/properties/prop...26promocorp%3D

 

La Quinta now offers free upscale Continental breakfast buffet which includes waffles, eggs, sausages, bacon, muffins and fruits and this is included with your room. They also offer free wireless high speed internet, microwaves and refrigerators in all rooms and large outdoor heated pool.

They offer shuttle service for $4.00 per person one way and they also have Park and Cruise package and Fly, Snooze & Cruise package which includes the shuttle service also

You can contact Judy Hutcherson at 321-783-2252 Ext. 603 or you can email her at lq0622dos@laquinta.com IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, COMPLEMENTS OR ANTHING ELSE YOU MAY WANT TO DISCUSS WITH HER.

 

Comfort Inn & Suites

 

http://comfortinncocoabeach.com/

 

The GM is Dave Nimmo and another nice person. This place always reminds me of something I would see overseas with its big clock on top of a tower. They are thisclose to Ron Jon’s and the Surf Shop of Cocoa Beach.

 

http://www.smartertravel.com/discoun....html?id=16348

 

Wakulla Suites

 

http://www.wakullasuites.com/

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Wakulla Suites has a very tropical setting.

The difference with the Wakulla is that they offer huge 2 bedroom suites with full kitchen.

Large heated pools, bar-b-que grills for their guest.

They are so limited in their parking spaces that they can not offer park and cruise, but they call a shuttle service for those that need transportation.

They are within walking distance to Ron Jon's and other shopping areas and of course most of the beach.

The GM is Ruby IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, COMPLEMENTS OR ANTHING ELSE YOU MAY WANT TO DISCUSS WITH HER. She is so great with her guest and does all she can to make sure her guest needs are met.

 

INTERNATIONAL PALMS RESORT (the old Holiday Inn)

 

http://www.internationalpalms.com/

 

Suites with balconies are located on the 3rd floor and then 1st & 2nd floor have standard rooms with ocean view (no balconies) ASK FOR PARK, SLEEP AND CRUISE PACKAGE - CALL 1-321-783-2271 FOR RESERVATIONS

GM Leslie Jordan ( if there are questions or comments ) Their web site will give more information

 

IMPORTANT PLEASE TAKE A NOTE OF THIS

 

Turtle nesting season is from May 1 to October 31 and this is a great place to watch them from BUT PLEASE DO NOT DISTURB THE TURTLES. IT’S AGAINST THE LAW AS WELL AND YOU WILL BE FINED/ARRESTED Just about all the hotels will experience the turtle nesting and you can ask about it when you check in.

Here is information on turtles in case you are interested

http://www.seefloridaonline.com/turtles/

 

Ocean Landings

 

http://www.oceanlandings.com/

 

Ocean Landing Resort

This hotel is very nice, quiet and thisclose to the Atlantic Ocean - It has a great staff and the best part is that they have 10 rooms that face the ocean and sleeps up to 6 people - these are 2 bedrooms. Now this is

a non smoking resort, but you can smoke out in your balcony or anywhere outside.

The GM is Rodney Ressler who is quite a gentleman and was more than happy to share anything I wanted to know about the resort and if anyone has any problems or questions, this is the person you should ask for or his awesome assistant Blanche Morrison.

Their website is being refreshed and updated, but this is the one that is being used at this time.

The best part is that you have an awesome restaurant right on the property called Gregory's (look below under restaurants)

 

If you have any questions, email Blanche at

 

bmorrison@oceanlandings.com

 

RON JON RESORT

 

http://ronjonresort.com/

 

This place is located more or less in a residential area, but the Jetty Park is right next door and the hotel does offer a trolley to the beach.

Very tropical looking and a great staff to work with. They now offer an information computer to find places to go, places to see etc for their guest. They offer shuttle service to the beach and have a great pool with a huge slide.

They also offer timeshare opportunities

You must take a 90 minute tour and they offer the following

 

Their website offers 3 packages:

 

1. Pick your own hotel with airport-to-port transportation

 

2. Pick one of their featured hotels with airport-to-port transportation

 

3. Hotels with park & cruise provided

 

 

 

FAWLTY TOWERS – COCOA BEACH

 

Fawlty Towers has the perfect location. Literally 4 doors down from the

beach. Just a 90 second walk and no major road to cross. Tropical

tranquil and yes truly affordable. It has a lush tropical garden,

swimming pool and its own authentic Tiki bar, featuring European beers

and cider. A unique oasis created with modern comforts and old Florida

charm.

Ron Jon’s is located next door world famous Surf Shop. Dinosaur Museum is

a great place to visit, restaurants and fine stores are all within a 2

minute walk.

If taking a cruise, we have a shuttle packages available including room

transportation to and from the Orlando Airport and to the cruise ships

at affordable rates. We also offer FREE PARKING with an overnight stay.

Check out our website or give us a call.

 

http://www.fawltytowersresort.com/

 

Phone number is 1-800- 887-3870 and you can ask for Terrie who is a great gal to work with.

 

 

BEST WESTERN HOTEL

 

http://www.bestwesterncocoabeach.com/

 

They are close to just about everything including the Cocoa Beach Pier and if you have any questions, you can drop a note to Linda and she will be more than happy to answer any questions – her email address is

LDR@5500northcorp.com

The Best Western is the closest Oceanfront Hotel to Port Canaveral…

Enjoy 250 feet of beautiful sandy beach…

Complimentary Deluxe Continental Breakfast…

Cruise Packages include two roundtrip transfers to the cruise terminal and complimentary parking during your cruise…

We also offer upgrades for a One Bedroom Suite or a Direct Oceanfront room,

All with private balconies…

 

Prices begin at $89.00

 

For Reservations call 321-783-7621 ext. 366 or 377

 

The new/old GM that is a great person to go to if you have any questions or comments.

His name is Brett Darlington and he can be reached at the Best Western. He is also the GM for the sister hotel Days Inn.

 

 

LUNA SEA MOTEL

 

Website: http://www.lunaseacocoabeach.com/

321-783-0500 - 800-586-2732

 

Email: frontdesk@lunaseacocoabeach.com

 

Luna Sea Motel Located in the Heart of Cocoa Beach. Conveniently located across the street from the Beach. Beautiful Tropical Look, heated pool.

Complimentary Hot Breakfast off site at Sunrise Diner.

Free WIFI, Heated Pool.

For special group rates. Oral Ali is the GM and super person to work with. Make sure you tell him you got the information from the Board.

 

 

MOTEL 6

 

This motel is located at 3701 North Atlantic Avenue and the phone number is 321-783-3103. It isn't a 5 star motel, but just has been renovated and close to just about everything including the beach and Ron Jon's

http://www.motel6.com/reservations/m...x?searchtype=C

The GM is Lee Moore if you have questions or comments, please contact her.

 

 

LA QUINTA HOTEL

 

Located at #1 Hendry Avenue, Cocoa Beach

The GM is Christopher Ward.

His email address is cwald@laquintacocoabeach.com if you have any questions or comments. La Quinta is located right next door to the Cocoa Beach Pier and shopping etc. Phone number is 321-784-3126

 

Located DIRECTLY on Cocoa Beach next to the historic Cocoa Beach Pier, the La Quinta Inn & Suites Oceanfront offers superior rooms, comfort, and convenience. Every spacious room features a private balcony with a spectacular ocean view, along with popular amenities including mini-refrigerator, microwave, 32 inch flat panel TV, wood floors and much more.

Enjoy our sandy beach, heated outdoor pool, refreshing ocean breeze, the tropical waterfall garden and our poolside bar. They are ideally located directly Oceanfront, in the center of Cocoa Beach and Cape Canaveral.

 

Clarion Hotel Port.

 

Website:

http://www.clarionspacecoast.com/

321-452-7711 - 800-584-1482

Email: gmgr@clarionspacecoast.com

 

Clarion Hotel is centrally located in 260 E. Merritt Island Causeway, AKA (SR 520) only 5 miles to Cocoa Beach.

Two Blocks from Merritt Island Square Mall, Surrounded by numerous Restaurants, Cocoa Village, Close to Kennedy Space Center and Port Canaveral approximately 5 miles.

Free cruise Parking with overnight stay. (Park and Cruise Package Avaiable)

Complimentary HOT Breakfast, Free WIFI, Tennis Court, Large Pool with over 5000 sq. ft. pool deck, Restaurant and Bar.

Free game of bowling at the Shore Lanes Bowling in Merritt Island.

Please call and ask for Mr. Oral Ali is the GM and super person to work with. Make sure you tell him you got the information from the Board.

 

 

CHEAT SHEET FOR THE ABOVE ROOMS

Comp parking, but pay for shuttle:

Doubletree Oceanfront Cocoa Beach 321-783-9222

Ramada Inn & Suites Kennedy Space Center 321-269-5510

Residence Inn Cape Canaveral 321-323-1100

http://www.courtyardcocoabeach.com

 

 

Parking & Shuttle:

 

http://www.radisson.com/capecanaveralfl

http://www.bestwesterncocoabeach.com (shuttle is comp for two only)-The shuttle is comp. only if no discounts of any kind are used and same thing goes for Days Inn. Call the hotel directly if any questions

http://www.daysinncocoabeach.com (shuttle is comp for two only)

 

 

Parking, shuttle & breakfast:

 

http://www.clarionspacecoast.com

http://www.qualitysuitescocoabeach.com

http://www.comfortinncocoabeach.com

 

Parking & breakfast (pay for shuttle)

http://www.hamptoninncocoabeach.com

EconoLodge Space Center 321-632-4561

 

I WOULD LIKE TO ADD THAT I DID ASK FOR THE HILTON AND INN OF COCOA BEACH TO BE ADDED TO THIS LIST AND BOTH DECLINED SO YOU WILL HAVE TO CALL THEM DIRECTLY FOR ANY INFORMATION

 

Port Canaveral Parking

 

Parking at the port is $15.00 a day (that’s per 24 hours) or $105..00 a week – paid up front, cash or credit card. There are no other payment plans.

There are no other parking options available in or around Cape Canaveral except for parking at your hotel if allowed.

There is a six-level parking garage for Cruise terminal 10, all other options are open-air parking.

 

Which ships use terminal 10? Go here:

 

http://www.portcanaveral.org/cruising/terminals.php

http://portcanaveral.net/cruising/parking.php

 

Traveling to and from Orlando (MCO) airport and to the port

 

When you exit the airport you will merge onto the Highway 528 (also called Beachline 528) and travel about 45 miles to Cape Canaveral. There is one toll to pay which is $1.25. There are no restaurants along the way until the highway ends and becomes a 4-lane surface street. Travel time: 45 mins.

 

Look here for a huge list of transportation options:

 

http://www.portcanaveral.org/cruisin...dtransport.php

 

 

CAR RENTAL CODES INFORMATION

 

http://www.rentalcodes.com/

 

DO NOT USE AVIS EMPLOYEE'S CODE

 

 

Car Rental

 

All agree that the cheapest option is to rent a car one-way from the airport, drive to the port, drop luggage/family off at port, drop rental car off and take rental car shuttle back to the port. Repeat in reverse for your post-cruise trip back to the airport. Hertz, Budget, Thrifty, Avis & Enterprise, all have drop off locations and free round trip shuttles very close to the port (companies are listed in order of closeness to the port). These four places are open on Sundays and their port shuttles start early in the morning until afternoon.

 

 

Look here for car rental coupons and discount codes:

 

http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=558119

 

 

ENTERPRISE CAR RENTAL

 

Located in Cape Canaveral

Address is: 6211 North Atlantic Avenue, Cape Canaveral 32920

Phone number is 321-866-0324

fax number is 321-866-0329

http://www.enterprise.com/

They have 4 shuttles to and from the port

-Sunday open from 7AM to 4PM

Monday through Wednesday and Friday 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM

Thursday from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM

Saturday from 7:30 AM to 4 PM

they are opened 7 days a week.

There is a drop box outside the door

If you need to contact them with questions or comments, please email

Derek.j.ponto@erac.com

 

PLEASE MAKE SURE TO TELL THEM YOU ARE OFF THIS BOARD OK?

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

 

Available Enterprise Coupons and Enterprise Promotion Codes:

10% off standard weekly rates Enterprise Coupon ALSTENW (Coupon does not work at Airport Locations)

Free Double Upgrade at Neighborhood locations Enterprise Coupon ETC8DUP which will get you only to a full size car.

Get a free upgrade on your next rental at Enterprise.com

 

AVIS CAR RENTAL

 

Located at 6650 North Atlantic Avenue

Cape Canaveral, fl 32920

321-783-3643

http://www.aviscapecanaveral.com

Their email is now working so you can email Avis with any questions or comments.

 

THRIFTY & DOLLAR CAR RENTAL

 

6799 NORTH ATLANTIC AVENUE

CAPE CANAVERAL, FLA 32920

321-783-2600

 

Website: http://www.dollar.com/

http://www.thrifty.com/

 

 

BUDGET CAR RENTAL (sister to Avis Car rental)

 

8401 ASTRONAUT BLVD (AKA AS A-1-A)

CAPE CANAVERAL, FL 32920

321-784-0634

GM is Pat Chambers

 

HERTZ CAR RENTAL

 

8960 ASTRONAUT BLVD

CAPE CANAVERAL, FL 32920

321-783-7771

 

 

NATIONAL CAR RENTAL IN NO LONGER AVAILABLE IN COCOA BEACH OR CAPE CANAVERAL. THE CLOSEST PLACE IS AT THE AIRPORT IN MELBOURNE, FLA

 

 

LOCAL TROLLEY/BUS INFORMATION

 

http://routefinder.ridescat.com

 

(NEAT WAY TO GET AROUND IF YOU DO NOT HAVE TRANSPORTATION)

 

 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION YOU NEED TO KNOW:

 

WHEN YOU USE A SHUTTLE SERVICE AND UNLESS IT IS BOOKED PRIVATELY WHICH IS MORE EXPENSIVE THAN THE

REGULAR FEE, YOU DO NOT DIRECTLY GO FROM THE CRUISE SHIP OR AREA HOTELS BACK TO THE AIRPORT OR VISA VERSA. THE VAN’S HAVE TO BE FILLED UP AND IF YOU HAVE AN EARLY FLIGHT, YOU COULD RUN INTO A PROBLEM.

 

 

After car rental, the next recommended alternative to a taxi is a shuttle service.

 

 

COCOA BEACH TAXI AND SHUTTLE SERVICE

 

3 Mercury Grand Marquis

1 Lincoln Town Car

Service is within 15 Minutes unless we are extremely

busy (Sundays)

Lowest Rates in Town.

(Our Rates always stay the same no matter what time or

day your services are needed)

 

Beach Bound Shuttle

20 Passenger Bus w/Wheel Chair Lift

15 Passenger Van

12 Passenger Van

 

Both Cocoa Beach Taxi and Beach Bound Shuttle charge

$5.00 per person from the area Hotels to the Cruise

Ships. If the party mentions the Disney or Cruise

Critic boards I will take a dollar off to bring it

down to $4.00 Per Person. When round trips are booked

and they are going to the hotel before there cruise,

The party will transported to the ship free of charge.

Customers that book round trips are also offered

discounted rates for the use of our services, while

they are in town prior and after there Cruise to help

save them money while on vacation.

 

You are also welcome to check out both of our

websites. We have recently added some additional packages that

included the KSC and Theme Parks.

 

** We also have booster and car seats available upon

request.

 

http://www.cocoabeachtaxiservice.com/

 

 

BEACHLINE TRANSPORTATION

 

Shuttles/Coaches

*12 passenger vans

*25 passenger mini buses

*39 passenger w/wheel chair lift

*49/55 passenger coaches

 

Car Service and Limousines

*Lincoln town car

*Lincoln navigator

*10 passenger Lincoln Stretch

*10 passenger Chrysler 300

*16 passenger Hummer

*18 passenger Escalade

Prices vary by number of passengers.

 

A 10% discount is offered if clients mention the Cruise Critic boards

We serve all Cocoa Beach area hotels

We serve all Florida airports including Orlando, Melbourne, Sanford, Tampa, Miami and Fort Lauderdale International Airports.

We offer service to/from most Florida cruise ports.

Beach Line Transportation

321-453-9660

http://www.beachlinetransportation.net

Or you can write Glenn personally at info@beachlinetransportation.net

 

 

TRAVELINK SHUTTLES AND BUSES

 

http://www.travelynx.net

 

for more information

321-631-7796 (for shuttles)

321-631-7777 (for buses)

 

EXECUTIVE VIP LIMOUSINE AND SEDAN SERVICE

 

TOWNCAR SERVICE FOR UP TO 3 PERSONS IS $79 FROM ORLANDO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT TO PORT CANAVERAL CRUISE SHIPS AND AREA HOTELS. LIMOUSINE SERVICE FOR UP TO 6 PERSONS IS $125.00. NO CHARGE FOR STORE STOP ALONG THE WAY FOR SODA, WATER, SNACKS ETC. ROUND TRIP TRANSPORTATION TO KENNEDY SPACE CENTER IS $59 FOR UP TO 3 PEOPLE IN A TOWNCAR AND $99 FOR UP TO 6 PEOPLE IN A LIMOUSINE.

WE OFFER EVERYTHING FROM PORT AND AREA HOTELS TO ORLANDO THEME PARKS-NIGHTS ON THE TOWN---- ANY AND ALL OCCASIONS. CONTACT 321-505-0009 OR 321-452-6187. http://www.EXECUTIVEVIPLIMOUSINE.COM

OWERS ARE Michael & Marlene (SUPER COUPLE) and THE EMAIL

 

 

ADDRESS IS: viplimo@screenstar.com

My own thoughts on this couple – I have found Michael and Marlene to really care about their guests and go over the edge to please. Very honorable, honest and most of all reliable.

 

Taxi Service to the port and around the port area:

 

One way from the Orlando airport to the port is 100.00 dollars on up. Taking a taxi from your Cocoa Beach / Cape Canaveral hotel to the port will run you around $9.00 to $10.00 10 minutes drive time from anywhere in Cocoa Beach.

 

AAA Taxi Service

 

AAA Taxi service offers safe reliable transportation to/from Port Canaveral Area and services all area attractions as well as airport transfers. All vehicles are equipped with credit card machines in the vehicle. All vehicles are tracked by GPS, and dispatched by computerized dispatch system. Handicap Accessible vehicles are available upon request.

Tim McGrath

AAA Taxi Service

info@aaataxionline.com

321-868-8888

 

Tropical Storm

321-433-3446

http://www.tropicalstorm.com

 

Space Port Transport

321-986-8026

http://www.spaceporttransport.com

 

Yellow Cab

321-636-1234

 

Cape Canaveral Cab

321-783-8294

 

Cocoa Beach Taxi

321-783-1299

http://www.cocoabeachtaxiservice.com

 

 

One-Way Taxi Rates from Cape Canaveral to:

 

Orlando International Airport - $75 for up to 5 passengers ($15 each additional passenger)

Melbourne International Airport - $60 for up to 5 passengers ($10 each additional passenger)

Orlando Sanford Airport - $100 for up to 5 passengers

Cape Canaveral Hotels - $10-$15

Cocoa Beach Hotels - $20

Kennedy Space Center - $45

Merritt Square Mall - $25

Cocoa Beach Pier - $15

Cocoa Village - $35

Walt Disney World and major Orlando Theme parks- $125

Miami - $350

Daytona Airport - $125

International Drive - $115

 

 

Restaurants next to Port Canaveral

Recommended on the forum:

 

Fishlips

http://www.fishlipswaterfront.com/

They do take reservations

and as guest you can receive 10% discount if YOU SHOW YOUR HOTEL KEY.

.

 

Grills

http://www.visitgrills.com/

 

They also serve breakfast

Guest can receive their 10% discount IF YOU SHOW YOUR HOTEL KEY, YOU WILL GET THE DISCOUNT. Out of State Driver's Licenses are no longer acceptable - there isn't even a "local's discount", but at least you will get yours - if you have any problems OR questions, ask to speak to Howard who is the GM also one of the owners is Christian Herrnkind.

 

Rusty’s

 

http://www.rustysseafood.com/

.

Grills and Rusty’s don’t take reservations but if you call about 1/2 hr before going, they will put your name on the "list".

 

Can watch the ships sail out of the port at any of the above. The ships leave the port Saturdays at 4:00 PM, Sundays at 5:00 PM if they are on time. Drive time: 5 mins from the Radisson/Residence Inn/CI&S area.

For more info on all port-area eateries:

http://www.portcanaveral.org/recreation/dining.php

 

 

Restaurants in Cocoa Beach

Recommended on the forum:

 

 

Rubios's A Cuban Cafe

 

Authentic Cuban breakfast, lunch and dinners and sandwiches and a walk of Cuba history 6550 North Atlantic Avenue - 321-799-2200

It is "A Slice of Havana on the Beach".

It opened on March 1, 2009 and the owner is Javier who is a great guy and also has a great crew.

The food is the real stuff- if you tell them you are off this board; you will receive a delicious treat.

If you have any questions, you can drop Javier an email at rubioscubancafe@yahoo.com

 

 

Cazoni's Pizza

 

Free delivery & coupons

 

http://www.cazonispizza.com

 

They have sit in service

phone 321-783-1112

Ed is the owner of Cazoni's and a very personable person.

(BEST PIZZA IN CAPE CANAVERAL AND COCOA BEACH)

 

Kelsey's Pizzeria

Located right next door to Radisson

http://www.kelseycanaveral.com/

 

321-783-9191

 

Zackary's Greek Restaurant

Just past the port before and next door to Racetrac. Great breakfast

close to Radisson/Residence Inn/CI&S

make sure you tell them you are off this board for a special treat.

You can ask for Dina or Zack

 

 

Sunset Waterfront Bar & Grill

Located at 500 West Cocoa Beach Csway (AKA Hwy 520)

phone number is 321-783-8485

This is a neat place to go to relax, have a drink, meal and watch the sunset from the patio.

Cool breeze from the river and just watch the boats go by.

The GM is Rhoda Milligan

 

The Surf Bar & Grill

Located at 2 South Atlantic Avenue (A1A), Cocoa Beach, Fla

phone number 321-783-2401

This was another favorite places of the original 7 astronauts and they have a number of collector items displayed from the Space Center Launches.

they have fine casual dining and they open at 11 Am

Happy hour from 4-6:30PM

http://www.surfbarandgrill.com

 

 

Coconuts on the Beach

Located at 2 Minutemen Csway, Cocoa Beach, Fla

phone number 321-784-1422

http://www.coconutsonthebeach.com

This is right on the beach and a fun place

 

 

The Boston Seafood

 

The Boston Seafood which once was located in Cape Canaveral and hidden away has moved where the Omelet Station was. They are close to Best Western, Days Inn and Publix Shopping Center. Their food is excellent especially the blue crabs. Very casual

 

 

Pig and Whistle English Pub

Sports bar w/ satellite TV 240 North Orlando Avenue 321-799-0724

Excellent food and service

(NEW LOCATION WITH AN AWESOME SPORTS BAR AND VERY ENGLISH)

 

International House of Pancakes

3830 North Atlantic Avenue, Cocoa Beach –

phone 321-783-0620

(Excellent home type breakfast & lunch)

Mom and Pop owned for number of years -

 

Roberto's Little Havana

 

26 North Orlando Avenue, Cocoa Beach

phone number - 321-784-1868

http://www.robertoslittlehavana.com/

 

if you mention that you are off this board, you won't need the coupon for your treat of dessert.

 

Gregory's Steak & Seafood Grille

 

http://www.gregorysonthebeach.com/html/links.html

 

Owned by very nice lady named Brigitte

 

Brigitte is also owner of Izzy's Bistro located at 6615 N. Atlantic Avenue in Cape Canaveral and the phone number is 321-783-4548. The manager's name is Jutta Rose if you have any questions.

 

Izzy's is opened from 4PM to 12PM Tuesday through Saturday. The interior has just been renovated and an atmosphere you would really enjoy plus an extensive wine selection. No reservations needed

 

http://www.izzysbistroflorida.com/html/links.html

The restaurant is located right next door to Sunseed Health food Store.

 

 

Siam Orchid Thai & Japanese Cuisine

 

1275 N. Atlantic Avenue,

Cocoa Beach

321-783-4545

EXCELLENT sushi food and beautiful presentation.

 

Tokyo Japanese Steak House

5840 North Atlantic Avenue

Cocoa Beach, Fla

321-799-0058

 

Florida Seafood

 

Located on Highway 520 excellent seafood and they are surrounded with numerous tanks of tropical fish that can be fascinating especially for the kids

http://www.floridas-seafood.com/

 

Murdock's Bistro

Cocoa Village

http://www.murdocksbistro.com/

 

 

BRANO'S ITALIAN GRILL

Excellent Italian food.

The owner Brano Kunik is also the chef.

They are located at 3680 North Atlantic Avenue, Cocoa Beach

Phone number is 321-783-6031 –

They will cater to cruise meets but call and speak to Erin and she will work with you.

If you mention this board, you will get a nice treat at no charge.

 

 

Lobster Shanty

 

2200 State Road A1A

Cocoa Beach, Florida

321-783-1350

Outdoor dining available and can feed huge catfish.

http://www.jackbakerslobstershanty.com (look for Cocoa Beach location)

This is a super nice seafood restaurant and Riverfront Dining

 

http://www.JackBakerslobsterShanty.com/

 

 

Heidelberg Restaurant

#7 North Orlando Avenue

Cocoa Beach, Florida

321-783-6806

(This was Boot Randolph's favorite place - (excellent German food & Jazz place)

 

 

THAI PARADISE

 

225 WEST COCOA BEACH CSWAY (AKA HIGHWAY 520)

COCOA BEACH, FLA 32031

PHONE 321-783-1687

great food and presentation

 

Old Fish House RestauranT

 

249 W. Cocoa Beach Csway (520)

321-799-9190

http://oldfishhouserestaurant.com/

 

(excellent blue crab meals)

 

 

Pita Garden

 

269 W. Cocoa Beach Csway (Hwy 520)

321-799-9933

http://www.pitagarden.com/

 

Dixie Crossroads Seafood Restaurant

http://www.dixiecrossroads.com/

 

Slow & Low Bar-B-Que Bar & Grill

306 North Orlando Avenue (Still part of A1A)

Cocoa Beach, Florida

321-783-6199

http://www.slowandlowbarbeque.com

 

Red Lobster Restaurant

215 E. Merritt Island Causeway (AKA Highway 520)

Merritt Island, Florida

321-453-3520

(FOR THE REAL FLORIDA LOBSTER and Bahama Mama's)

 

Outback Steakhouse

777 E. Merritt Island Causeway

Merritt Island, Fla

321-454-4450

 

Olive Gardens

205 E. Merritt Island Causeway

Merritt Island, Florida

321-459-0306

 

Longhorn Steakhouse

770 E. Merritt Island Causeway

Merritt Island, Florida

321-456-5559

(Excellent food)

 

Taste of Goa Indian Cuisine

8501 Astronaut Blvd

Cape Canaveral, Fla

321-799-8600

 

Sonny's Real Pit BBQ

2005 North Atlantic Avenue

Cocoa Beach, Fla

321-868-1000

Excellent Bar-b-que food (best in town)

http://www.sonny'sbbq.com/

 

 

LOCAL FOOD COUPON BOOK

http://www.littlecouponbooks.com/ (go to the left side of screen, click on "view the book" and you will find new coupons very week for specials)

 

 

FOR ROMANTIC RESTAURANT

 

The Mango Tree Restaurant

118 North Atlantic Avenue

321-799-0513

http://www.themangotreerestaurant.com

 

 

THE BEST ICE CREAM SHOP IN TOWN

 

Cocoa Beach Dairy Queen/Orange Julius

 

3690 N. Atlantic Ave. (on A1A) 321-784-8787

¼ Mile South of SR 520 (and Ron/Jon’s)

Independently owned by local residents. Family friendly.

You’ll love the soft serve ice cream, in everything you try,

from the new mini size blizzards to a large.

Having a party? Try one of our frozen ice cream cakes, they are better

than anyone else’s, at times we even have cake by the piece for sale.

We also now serve Orange Julius’ and Lite and Regular Smoothies.

OJ’s are a frothy light refreshing drink, Smoothies are a thick fruit drink.

Although we are not a full food service, at our DQ/OJ,

our hot dogs are 100% beef, and delicious.

We are open 7 days Monday to Thursday 11:00am to 10:30pm

Fri, Sat, Sun 11:00am to 11:00pm.

 

 

 

Where can I buy gas for my rental car/food /snacks/alcohol /toiletries I forgot to pack?

About a mile past the entrance to the port (right next door to Residence Inn and Country Inns and Suites) is a big Racetrak mini mart/gas station for beer and probably some wine plus other supplies as water, sodas, snacks etc. Most stores that sell only beer and wine and are allowed to sell between 7 am to 2 am except most places on Sunday don’t start until 12PM. Racetrak has a very friendly staff members and have been known to help many number of lost guests find themselves on the right road.

They also now have beach supplies such as sunglasses, sun lotion etc and working toward getting more supplies on hand.

 

 

Can I walk to the port from my hotel?

 

It’s about 2 miles from the closest hotel (Raddison or Country Inns and Suites), along a highway with no sidewalk. Not recommended!

 

 

 

CHURCHS IN CAPE CANAVERAL AND COCOA BEACH (also in Orlando and Merritt Island)

 

Christ Lutheran Church 7511 N. Atlantic Avenue, CB

Phone 321-783-3303

http://www.christlutherancapecanaver...dea3_r2_c3.jpg

 

Church of Our Saviors

5301 N. Atlantic Avenue CB

Phone 321-783-4554

http://www.oursavioursparish.org

 

Divine Mercy Catholic Church in Merritt Island

http://www.divinemercychurch.org/

 

Queen Mary of the Universe in Orlando, Fla.

http://www.maryqueenoftheuniverse.org/

 

First Baptist Church of Cocoa Beach

830 South Atlantic Avenue - 321-783-2844

http://www.brevardbaptistassociation...211&PID=405658

(list of all Baptist church in Brevard County)

 

First United Methodist Church

3300 North Atlantic Avenue CB

phone 321-783-8991

http://www.gbgm-umc.org/fumccb-fl/

 

Grace Bible Presbyterian Church

1 Church Lane CC

phone 321-784-5740

http://local.aol.com/aol/local?invoc...cal_listings.M

(Directory for Presbyterian Churches in Brevard County)

 

Riverside Presbyterian Church

3400 North Atlantic Avenue CB

321-783-6085

http://www.riversidepres.org/

 

First Baptist Church of Cape Canaveral

8711 N. Atlantic Avenue

321-783-5798

 

Club Zion Interdenominational Church

-165 Minutemen Csway CB

321-799-4340

 

Jewish Synagogues –

Chabad Jewish Community Center,

1190 South A1A, Satelitte Beach - 321-777-2770

Jewish Federation of Brevard-108-A Barton Avenue, Rockledge, Fla 321-636-1824

 

 

 

CLOSEST SUPERMARKET AND SHOPPING

 

 

WALMART SUPER CENTER

 

2700 CLEARLAKE ROAD

COCOA, FLORIDA 32922

321-639-1610 (THIS IS RIGHT OFF HIGHWAY 528, TURN RIGHT ON TO 524, GO TO THE END AND THEN TURN LEFT FOR LESS THAN HALF A MILE - ITS WILL BE ON YOUR LEFT (YOU CAN NOT MISS IT)

 

WALMART SUPER CENTER

1500 EAST MERRITT CAUSEWAY (AKA HWY 520)

MERRITT ISLAND, FLORIDA 32953

321-452-6058

 

TARGET

250 CROCKETT BLVD

MERRITT ISLAND, FLORIDA 32952

321-452-1014 (TARGET REALLY FACES STATE ROAD #3 AKA NORTH COURTENAY PARKWAY - YOU TURN OFF HWY 528 HEADING SOUTH - GO ABOUT 2 MILES AND YOU WILL NOT ONLY A LARGE PUBLIX, BUT TARGET LESS THAN 1/4 MILE FURTHER SOUTH)

 

 

PUBLIX GROCERY MART

2301 STATE ROAD 524

COCOA, FLORIDA 32922

321-636-2583

 

PUBLIX SUPER MARKET

5645 NORTH ATLANTIC AVENUE

COCOA BEACH, FLORIDA 32931

321-783-1014

 

PUBLIX SUPER MARKET

1850 NORTH COURTENAY PKWAY

MERRITT ISLAND, FLA 32953

321-452-0288

 

 

 

 

WHERE IS ABC LOCATED?

 

ABC FINE WINE & SPIRITS

6020 NORTH ATLANTIC AVENUE

CAPE CANAVERAL, FLA

321-799-0049

 

NEED A DRY CLEANER RIGHT NOW?

 

60 Minute Cleaners

300 W. Cocoa Beach Csway

Cocoa Beach, Fla

321-783-2128

 

 

 

CLOSEST MALL/MOVIE THEATRE TO CAPE CANAVERAL/COCOA BEACH

 

http://www.merrittsquaremall.com 321-452-3270

http://www.cobbtheatres.com/merritt.htm

 

ENJOYMENT OF OUR "VILLAGE" WITH A LITTLE FOR EVERYONE

http://cocoavillage.com/

http://www.ulyssesprimesteakhouse.com/

http://www.margaux.com/ This is a 5* French restaurant and not only world known but has received many awards

 

The Black Tulip

http://www.theblacktulip.net/

 

FOR THE COCOA VILLAGE NEWSPAPER FOR MORE INFORMATION AND MAPS

http://www.cocoavillage.com/cvnews

 

Or write lori@theblackdoggallery.com

 

INFORMATION REGARDING COCOA VILLAGE

 

 

NEED A GREAT DRY CLEANERS/SEAMSTRESS FOR AN EMERGENCY?

 

Rosie's Stitch In Time

8020 North Atlantic Avenue

Cape Canaveral, Florida 32920

321-784-8343

 

WHERE CAN I GO TO GET STUFF SHIPPED HOME?

 

SHIPPING DEPOT

211 Crockett Blvd.

Merritt Island, Florida

Phone 321-453-2558

Fax 321-453-0161

HOURS --MONDAY THRU FRIDAY 9AM TO 6PM

SATURDAY 10AM TO 2PM

 

email address shippingdepot103@aol.com

If you DO NOT want to concern yourself with the carrying of ''stuff'' home that you have purchase or too much to take on the plane, you can take it over to their place of business or they will be more than glad to pick it up from Cocoa Beach, Cape Canaveral and they will ship anywhere and everywhere. They are UPS and FEDEX office.

 

Owners are Raul and Dwane ---super nice folks to work with and very accommodating to your shipping needs.

Must mention this board for discount

 

 

Local Attractions / Place of Interest mentioned on the forum

 

The Manatee Park

Manatee Sanctuary Park located at 701 Thurm Blvd which is off West Central Street - this is located right between Zackary’s and Traxx (Zackary’s is right next door to the Radisson) - park hours are from 7AM to dark. You can walk to it from the Radisson: 2 long blocks approx 10 mins walking, but you do have a sidewalk and the walk is nice although not shady. There is no cost and it does have a super nice and clean rest room, places to sit out of the sun. Best time for manatees: early morning or just before dusk

Also every Friday evening, FREE FAMILY MOVIES

 

 

Kennedy Space Center –

http://www.kennedyspacecenter.com/

Tickets: $38 adult/$28 child (ages 3-11). Ticket valid for two days of admission (must be used within 7 days of first use).

Discount tickets can be had at some hotels (like the Radisson or the Country Inn and Suites) or at ticket brokers (Google for discount Kennedy Space Center tickets).

You will enjoy this site:

http://www.texasjim.com/NASApix/NASA%20pix.htm

 

 

 

WILDLIFE PARK

 

http://www.fws.gov/merrittisland/

 

MUSEUM

 

Tico Warbird Air Museum (Titusville,Fla)

http://www.vacwarbirds.org

 

 

SPACE COAST KAYAKING

 

Guided Kayak Nature tours of 1000 Islands which is located in Cocoa Beach in the Indian River Lagoon Estuary. Bird watching, photography, sightseeing with frequent dolphin and manatee encounters. Daily 3 hour tours are offered and water, sun screen and all the equipments is provided. What a way to enjoy the beauty of Cocoa Beach islands.

Jim Durocher and Jaro Paima are the owners and they may be reached by 321-784-2452 or email spacecoastkayaking@yahoo.com

For an extra special treat, you MUST MENTION THIS BOARD.

 

The website is http://www.spacecoastkayaking.net

 

HOW ABOUT ALLIGATORS AND WILDLIFE?

 

(Food is great also and no the food isn't you)

 

http://www.twisterairboatrides.com/cabbage.htm

 

 

WHAT SHOULD I KNOW ABOUT RIPTIDES??

THIS IS VERY IMPORTANT AND SHOULD BE READ VERY CAREFULLY

 

http://www.paddling.net/guidelines/showArticle.html?145

 

Beaches:

 

Jetty Park - 397 Jetty Park Drive, Cape Canaveral, FL 32920

Jetty Park is at the beginning or ending of the channel where all the ships go out. There is a $5 per car charge to get in, but well worth it. It has nice bathrooms, showers, place to eat, fish, walk and a super nice beach. It does have shade and camp grounds also. Directions: Take the Beachline (520) from the airport due East. After you pass the cruise ship port get into the left lane and slow when it says to 45mph (police fav. hiding place) the road turns into a city street with a RateTrac store on your right. Look to the left at the big white bldg with the blue roof and turn left between there and McDonalds. Go to the traffic light (2 blocks) and turn left. Go to the traffic light (3 Blocks) and turn right.

 

http://www.jettypark.org/

 

 

UPDATE ON THE JETTY PARK FEES AS OF OCTOBER 01, 2008

 

DAY USE

 

CAR $10.00

R/V $15.00

BUS $18.00

 

ANNUAL PASS

CAR $50.00

R/V $75.00

 

 

SUMMER CAMPING (MAY TO DEC.)

rustic/tent (no hook ups) $25.00

Semi Rustic (water/electric) $32.00

Improved (water/electric/sewer $37.00

 

WINTER CAMPING (JANUARY TO APRIL)

Tustic/Tent (no hook up) $35.00

Semi Rustic (water/electric) $42.00

Improved (water/electric/sewer) $47.00

 

 

 

Cocoa Beach & Pier

http://www.cocoabeachpier.com/

 

Their beach shower is outside, FYI. The Cocoa Beach has 2 restaurants, gift shop, volley ball court and of course the beach and then you have shopping close to the pier. Note: you cannot see the ships from the Cocoa Beach pier.

 

Ron Jon's Surf Shop:

http://www.ronjons.com/DisplayContent.aspx?ContentID=39

 

Cocoa Beach Surf Shop

http://cocoabeachsurf.com/

 

Mini-golf and go-carts:

 

Traxx at Jungle Village

Located at 8801 Astronaut Blvd,

Cape Canaveral – phone number 321-783-0595. Traxx has miniature golf, go-carts, laser tag and arcades

 

Funntasia Fantasy Golf

Located at 6355 North Atlantic Avenue, Cape Canaveral - phone number 321-799-4856. It has a huge miniature golf course. If driving in from the airport on Beachline 528 depending on where you are staying, you will pass both of them since they are both on the main road of A1A. This is a great family entertainment. They have places for birthday parties, banquets, tournaments and they do have group activities.

If there are any questions, you can ask for Bob Petersen who is the GM

also mention the board for discount.

 

http://www.cocoabeach.com/parks.html

(Additional information on entertainment for kids)

 

 

Deep-Sea Fishing:

 

Miss Cape Canaveral

http://www.misscape.com/

Orlando Princess

http://www.orlandoprincess.com/

 

Airboat Tours:

http://www.airboatecotours.com/ or Adventure 321-636-2091

 

Fishing and Diving Center 6300 North Atlantic Avenue, Cape Canaveral

Phone number 321-783-3477

Excellent place for local information one to one on fishing, diving etc. Also a mom and pop owned shop. They also have rental equipments

Owner Rob Lamontagne

Brenda @ Fishing and Diving Charters---321-298-3690

(EXCELLENT FOLKS TO DO BUSINESS WITH)

Make sure you tell them you are off this board

 

 

 

EMERGENCY INFORMATION:

 

Cape Canaveral Hospital

701 W. Cocoa Beach Cswy (AKA) Hway 520 and phone number is 321-799-7111. The emergency room is located in the back of the hospital on the East side.

 

ABC Urgent Walk In Clinic is located at the White Rose Shopping Center 275 West Cocoa Beach on Hwy 520, Cocoa Beach, Fla. They just opened this month of November 2008 - Clean and VERY professional. You need no appointments and their hours are from 9AM to 7PM every day.

You can speak to Jennifer at 321-799-7777.

 

Health First Walk In Clinic is located in Cocoa Beach @105 South Banana River Blvd, Cocoa Beach and phone number is 321-868-8313 - hours are Monday -Friday 8AM to 7:30PM - Saturday 9am to 4pm and Sunday 9am to 1pm - this clinic is located near the South Publix in Cocoa Beach

 

Instant help for a bug bite (until you can get to your first aid kit)

 

If you are at the beach, wash the area with sea water and wet sand - if not available then wash with regular water and wipe dry

apply a heavy coat of clear nail polish and guess what? The itching and

stinging is gone like right now

 

 

Dental Clinic Emergency Service

 

Dr. David Boers, DDS

Island Cosmetic Family Dentistry

41 North Orlando Avenue

Cocoa Beach, Florida

321-799-1090

http://www.davidboers.com/

 

MOTION SICKNESS INFORMATION:

 

http://www.nomoremotionsickness.com/

http://studenttravel.about.com/od/bo...onsickness.htm

http://www.motioneaze.com/

http://www.motionsickness.net/aboutms.html

http://www.health911.com/remedies/rem_motion.htm

 

 

 

Sheriff's Department

 

321-868-1212 (Non emergency)

Tips hotline--321-432-8477

Fire Department 321-783-4777

Library----201 Polk Avenue Cape Canaveral 321-868-1101

Post office -321-783-3163 (in front of the Radisson)

 

EMERGENCY MEDICAL EQUIPMENT

 

Brevard Medical Equipment (will deliver and pick up all types of medical equipment needed including wheelchairs, Oxygen etc

to all cruise ships

 

119 North Banana River Blvd

Merritt Island, Fla

321-453-3370

http://www.brevardmedicalequip.com/

 

another source

 

http://www.lungusa.org/site/pp.asp?c=dvLUK9O0E&b=23052

 

EMERGENCY AUTO REPAIRS

Rapid Auto (Lou) honest and fair as the day is long

171 South Banana River Drive

Merritt Island, Fl.

321-459-0924

 

Amoco Spaceport Station (Triple A provider)

8000 Astronaut Blvd

Cape Canaveral, Fla

321-784-5228

 

 

EMERGENCY REPLACEMENT CAR KEYS

 

Pop-A-Lock

321-783-1755

 

 

HAIR/NAIL/MAKEUP, NAILS EMERGENCY INFORMATION FOR WOMEN :-)

 

 

CLIP N' SAVE HAIR SALON

 

6500 North Atlantic Avenue

Cape Canaveral, Florida

321-866-9000

Ask for Ella or Nelson (great couple to work with)

 

OPENED 7 DAYS A WEEK

Discount if you mention this board

 

Hollywood Nails

 

Located at South Publix shopping Center

2015 North Atlantic Avenue, Cocoa Beach –

phone number 321-799-0844

 

 

Da Vi Nails

 

Located right inside of Wal-Mart

1500 East Merritt Island Causeway

Merritt Island

321-704-8555

Chris and Cindy have worked in Cocoa Beach for a number of years and now have moved their shop to Merritt Island. They have excellent experience and do beautiful work

HOURS: Mon-Sat 9 am to 7 pm and Sunday 12 pm to 5 pm

will give discount if this board is mentioned

 

 

Stylz's by Danny Friend

Located on the cross street of Publix Sheppard Drive

5505 North Atlantic Avenue

Cocoa Beach, Fla.

321-784-2148

tell Danny or Cindy you got the information off the board for discount

 

 

CHILDREN ENTERTAINMENT

 

For Children entertainment is as follows:

 

Brevard Zoo which is located about a 25 min. drive from Cape Canaveral is located at 8225 N. Wickham Road, Melbourne, Fla and website is http://www.brevardzoo.org phone number is 321-254-9453 opens from 9:30am to 5pm.

 

 

The NEW Dinosaur Store

Located right on highway 520 and phone number is 321-783-7300.

http://www.dinosaurstore.com/

Their new building opened March 20, 2009 and it is beautiful and very interesting. It is a 2 story high museum.

What a place for kids and adult kids to enjoy. They offer an area for kids to interact with history such as digging for fossils – they have so much, I can not describe it all – was really pretty awesome when I took my grandkids – they didn’t want to leave

 

The 5600 gal aquarium located at 4 Points Sheridan Hotel located right next door to Ron Jon's.

 

Brevard Community College Planetarium

-1519 Clearlake Road, Cocoa. Fla

321-433-7373

http://www.brevard.cc.fl.us/planet/

 

Both the Cocoa Beach Public Library (321-868-1104) and Cape Canaveral Public Library (321-868-1101) are only minutes away. You'll find Books-A-Million located in the Merritt Square Mall. The Barnes and Noble bookstore is located across the Mall.

 

 

 

Skating -

Try a sport that's not usually associated with Florida and enjoy ice skating at The Space Coast Ice Plex (321-504-7500).

Bowling –

 

Shore Lanes on Merritt Island (321-452-8880), Space Bowl (321-636-0808) and Satellite Beach Lanes (321-773-3558) are located about 20 minutes.

 

LOCAL FRIENDS OF BILL W.

http://www.aaspacecoast.org/images/header_02.jpg

http://www.aaspacecoast.org/WhereWhen.htm

 

 

EVER WONDER WHAT OTHER SHIP WILL BE IN PORT WITH YOU.

http://www.cruisecal.com/portal/ (no charge to register with this site)

http://www.cruisett.com/

 

 

INFORMATION ON MAZATLAN, MEXICO (DIRECT FROM THE ISLAND)

 

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1330088

 

 

INFORMATION ON COSTA MAYA

 

http://costamayacruiseexcursions.com/

 

INFORMATION ON ST. THOMAS YOU MAY ENJOY KNOWING

http://www.godfreytoursvi.com/

http://www.magensbayvi.com/

http://www.**********/stthomas/beaches_stt/index.php

http://www.coralworldvi.com/

 

Information on coral world as posted on board about $3.00 off coupon

(Yes, we will accept the coupon. Remind our website manager to update the expiration date.)

Ok so you want to get some fishing in - here is a link that could help with decisions.

 

http://stthomascruiseexcursions.com/FishingStThomas.htm

 

Transportation information help in St Thomas?

 

http://www.**********/stthomas/gettin..._stt/taxi_stt/

Transportation information

 

INFORMATION ABOUT DOLPHIN ENCOUNTER IN NASSAU

 

http://www.dolphinencounters.com/

 

INFORMATION ABOUT THE STRAW MARKET IN NASSAU

 

http://www.bahamasgo.com/treasures/strawmarket.htm

 

 

DO YOU LIKE RUM CAKES? HERE IS THE PLACE FOR IT IN NASSAU

 

http://www.bahamasgo.com/bahamarumcake/images/logo.gif

 

INTERESTED IN TENNIS OR GOLFING IN NASSAU

 

http://www.nassauparadiseisland.com/...iven=10&sub=43

http://www.nassaucountyny.gov/agenci...ive/index.html

 

INFORMATION ABOUT THE ZOO/ANIMAL ENCOUNTER IN NASSAU

http://www.ardastra.com/visit1.html

 

 

INFORMATION ON COZUMEL YOU MAY ENJOY KNOWING

 

http://cozumelcruiseexcursions.com/C...eBuggyTour.htm

http://www.paradise-beach-cozumel.com/

http://www.***********************/in...s/Page1001.htm

http://www.cozumelparks.com/eng/parks-chankanaab.asp

 

KEY WEST INFORMATION:

 

http://www.explorekeywesthistory.com...land-Shot4.jpg

http://www.historictours.com/keywest/

http://www.visitflorida.com/Key_West

http://www.keysnet.com/

http://keysso.net/images/index_photo...lighthouse.jpg

http://keywest.com/newbigmap.gif

http://www.keywest.com/graphics/KeyWestsm.jpg

http://www.keywesttravelguide.com/ke...-coupons.html#

http://www.keywest.com/

http://www.keywesttravelguide.com/

http://www.see-keywest.com/

http://www.sunsetcelebration.org/history.htm

 

Renata Lavenir

Conch Electric Cars of Key West

Ph: 305.294.0995

Fax: 877.718.1232

Mention this board and you will pay conch rates

(Conch rates is known as the locals)

Edited October 24, 2010 by snelsonbrown

Good morning,

I have done an update on the information list and unfortunately I ran out of time to make some changes but it is as up-to-date on a number of places, things to do, what to do etc.

 

ALSO SOMETHING VERY IMPORTANT TO ANYONE WHO WAS HERE THROUGH OCTOBER 16, 2010.

IF YOU PURCHASED A LOTTERY TICKET IN CAPE CANAVERAL, CHECK YOUR NUMBERS FOR SOMEONE WON IN CAPE CANAVERAL FOR 2 AND 1/2 MILLION DOLLARS ON OCTOBER 16TH.

 

GOOD LUCK if you were the winner :)

Edited October 24, 2010 by snelsonbrown

Good morning,

I have done an update on the information list and unfortunately I ran out of time to make some changes but it is as up-to-date on a number of places, things to do, what to do etc.

 

ALSO SOMETHING VERY IMPORTANT TO ANYONE WHO WAS HERE THROUGH OCTOBER 16, 2010.

IF YOU PURCHASED A LOTTERY TICKET IN CAPE CANAVERAL, CHECK YOUR NUMBERS FOR SOMEONE WON IN CAPE CANAVERAL FOR 2 AND 1/2 MILLION DOLLARS ON OCTOBER 16TH.

 

GOOD LUCK if you were the winner :)

 

I wish I could say it was me. But then I would be posting this from Tahiti!

Edited October 24, 2010 by psbcap

I wish I could say it was me. But then I would be posting this from Tahiti!

 

I would have been posting on my way to Tallahassee my friend.

Hope all is well in your world - will chat with ya later

I would have been posting on my way to Tallahassee my friend.

Hope all is well in your world - will chat with ya later

 

Are you home? How was the trip?

Are you home? How was the trip?

 

The trip to mine and Norm's hometown of Key West was so nice - the weather was great, the ride through the keys were more beautiful than ever and getting "home" put a lump in our throats. Most of the ol' conchs have moved from KW but we went to their favorite watering hole to get our usual - cuban coffee and bread although for the first time in KW's history, noone is able to get the real cuban bread since all the old bakeries have closed down. Got to the graveyard and assessed what all had to be done, sat with my cousin who is the sexton and was able to research quite a bit on the families on both side.

Had an excellent conch meal at Rusty's Anchor which had the Key West lobster and the stone crabs - as I told Norm, we paid a high price for what use to be staple food for us, but the meal was over the top. Traffic was horrific and it seems to get more confusing each time we go down, but still loved it all to be able to go "home" if only for a little while.

Thanks my friend for everything - you are a great friend with a wealth of information for so many and I am blessed.

Shirley, I know this is a little out of your region but thought you may have heard people talking so I thought I would ask. We believe we will staying in Orlando on Dec.31. I am looking for a hotel with shuttle provided to hotel. Have you had anyone comment to you about places they have stayed while in Orlando. Unfortunately we are on a budget. Thanks thought it was worth the asking.

Shirley, I know this is a little out of your region but thought you may have heard people talking so I thought I would ask. We believe we will staying in Orlando on Dec.31. I am looking for a hotel with shuttle provided to hotel. Have you had anyone comment to you about places they have stayed while in Orlando. Unfortunately we are on a budget. Thanks thought it was worth the asking.

 

May I suggest you go to CC's sister site www.tripadvisor.com and post under Orlando in the Florida board. You will get your answer.

The trip to mine and Norm's hometown of Key West was so nice - the weather was great, the ride through the keys were more beautiful than ever and getting "home" put a lump in our throats. Most of the ol' conchs have moved from KW but we went to their favorite watering hole to get our usual - cuban coffee and bread although for the first time in KW's history, noone is able to get the real cuban bread since all the old bakeries have closed down. Got to the graveyard and assessed what all had to be done, sat with my cousin who is the sexton and was able to research quite a bit on the families on both side.

Had an excellent conch meal at Rusty's Anchor which had the Key West lobster and the stone crabs - as I told Norm, we paid a high price for what use to be staple food for us, but the meal was over the top. Traffic was horrific and it seems to get more confusing each time we go down, but still loved it all to be able to go "home" if only for a little while.

Thanks my friend for everything - you are a great friend with a wealth of information for so many and I am blessed.

 

Glad you had a good time.

Shirley, I know this is a little out of your region but thought you may have heard people talking so I thought I would ask. We believe we will staying in Orlando on Dec.31. I am looking for a hotel with shuttle provided to hotel. Have you had anyone comment to you about places they have stayed while in Orlando. Unfortunately we are on a budget. Thanks thought it was worth the asking.

 

Hello lincolndog, I know so little about Orlando, but I understand that Michael from Laura's Shuttle has his office at The Sleep Inn and he does come over to the port. I understand this hotel is inexpensive, but clean and nice - again can not say yes or no to this place.

Here is the information and just maybe you can drop him a note and he may be the best one to help you if you can not find anything else.

Good luck

 

Laura’s Shuttle

http://www.laurashuttle.com/

 

This shuttle service provides transportation for your needs in Orlando and

Central Florida including the cruise ship transportation here at the Port.

You can call Michael directly at 866-945-2872 or his cell 321-695-8790.

Edited October 24, 2010 by snelsonbrown

I have added new link on my signature that will take you directly to the 30 page post of all things Cocoa Beach and Cape Canaveral related.. I hope this makes it easier for everyone to find the information and links.

WELCOME BACK Shirley...GLAD you had a GOOD time and were able to get away!!!

GREAT for the post with all the info too...lots of work...MUCHLY APPRECIATED will be in your FAIR PORT 5 weeks from this coming friday:D

WELCOME BACK Shirley...GLAD you had a GOOD time and were able to get away!!!

GREAT for the post with all the info too...lots of work...MUCHLY APPRECIATED will be in your FAIR PORT 5 weeks from this coming friday:D

 

Hey there Star - the trip was just great - so much new construction going on the way down to Key West, that it was hard to pinpoint places I remember as a young kid - I remember when we could stop the car on top of one of the bridges, fish over the side of them and we were lucky if one car came by in all that time - now we are lucky to be able to jump back in your car if we get out :)

 

Anyhow with such a short time to edit, I found a lot of broken links so I am going to have to repost the new update, but not for a little while - it at least gives enough information to help those coming here and not feel so at lost. Its kinda scary going into a strange place and know nothing about the area - my gosh coming back from Key West, Norm and I had to stop in Miami for business and I was so darn scared AND lost, that when we finally got on 95, I kept telling my loverboy (our GPS) that I forgave him for getting us lost for just a few minutes there in Miami, but getting us out as quickly as he did. My goodness felt like I should have been looking for a shuttle launch. I loved the area though and found so many places I wanted to stop and eat, but Norm felt it was best to get into areas we knew like home :)

 

Anyhow glad the days are counting down for you - enjoy and hope all the information has helped you feel a little more comfortable.

Well talk about almost jumping out of my skin, I did a little while ago - sitting at the traffic light when I heard this LOUD and horrific noise - didn't know where it was coming from and all of a sudden this huge faster than light plane flew overhead - it was the Blue Angels practicing for their show - traffic just stopped, folks jumped out of their cars to see the sight and take pictures, but there is no way any pictures could have been taken for they were there and then G-O-N-E - If you are going to be here for the show, believe me they will be sure preforming just for you.

ENJOY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!