Noxequifans

Thank you both prior posters.

We always use Dial 7 ... no complaints. 

4 hours ago, JohninDC said:

resortpass.com will connect you to hotels/resorts offering day passes to their beach/pool/spa facilities.  Skip the rental car and let the hotel watch your bags while you swim. relax, get pampered and dine before heading to the airport.

Great idea .... Florida in August can be difficult. When we had a place there, it was off the beach by 11.30AM. Then indoors till late in the day.  

The cruise line may offer transport to the airports but it is probably per person. As njhorseman stated there are a number of options. 

I agree that best depends on a number of factors. What is best for some is not best for others. 

The 2 PM departure sounds good. Allows for unanticipated delays. 

Suggest you get a recommendation from the hotel, then seek opinions here. 

If you arrive the day before boarding in NYC, that would eliminate some concerns. 

On 7/6/2023 at 7:19 PM, cruiserking said:

I would suggest booking a return flight for noon or later. Sure, you might make an earlier departure but, it's not uncommon to experience delays debarking, collecting your luggage. Save yourself the stress and schedule for a time you can easily make. 

 

Jonathan

Excellent. Avoid any unanticipated delays. 

45 minutes ago, Ashland said:

You should take into consideration the time your flight arrives into MCO.

Agree +++

We always stay at the Intercontinental .... very satisfied. 

On 6/22/2023 at 1:23 PM, navybankerteacher said:

Typical New York non-committal answer.  But if you get there by mid-morning (11:00 AM or so) there will be ample space as debarking passengers will be leaving with their cars and people boarding with you will be coming in until mid-afternoon.    I do not think anyone can give you an iron clad guarantee, but I have never heard of them running out of space and have seen plenty of space there on several occasions as ships I was on were sailing.

Agree++

Would be interested how the OP solves the issue. Let us know.

Suggest Googling the issue 

11 hours ago, Flymia said:

There is zero need for a port shuttle. If you are comfortable with using Uber than who cares about shuttles. Stay in a hotel in the Brickell area or Downtown Miami. Brickell is the better location. The day of the cruise you'll have a 10-15 min 2-3 mile drive in an Uber for no more than $15-$20 max. 

 

Popular lower cost hotel in Brickell is Hampton Inn Brickell. The options for hotels in Downtown and Brickell are endless. But make sure to check reviews and don't book on price alone. 

 

Again, forget about the shuttles. Any shuttles that cost per-person are usually more expensive. The port is right in the middle of the city. Pick your hotel based on where you want to spend time in Miami. Getting to the port and from/to the airport is easy. 

Good insights!

On 5/21/2023 at 5:13 PM, marti2282 said:

When we’re in New York, we always use Dial 7. Never disappointed.

Agree ++

30 minutes ago, cruisemom42 said:

Insignia arrives at 6:00 am in Manhattan cruise terminal and I plan to fly home from LGA. What is a safe time to book my homeward flight?

 

Any recommendations for a transfer service to the airport?

 

Edited to add:  I don't want to rush off the ship, just for clarification. However I also don't want to cool my heels in the airport for a long period either. There are flights leaving hourly for my home airport, I just need to pick the right time. Noon?  1pm?  Sooner?

1PM should be fine. The car service we always use is Dial 7. 

There are many hotel choices ...depends on one's budget and location preferences.

There a many hotels in NYC ..... Brooklyn near the pier, not so much. In narrowing choices, the free breakfast would be at the bottom of my list.

If the OP is traveling from outside NYC, staying overnight near the city may better suit the stated needs. Parking at the pier would be the safest. 

Sounds like you'll require a vehicle to handle 7 pax plus luggage. If the vehicle waits while your party has lunch that will add to the costs. Perhaps NCL can make recommendations .... worth the try. 

On 5/19/2023 at 8:31 AM, diesel1973 said:

One thing I can say about the Intercontinental, They have the most comfortable beds anywhere!!!!

We have stayed at the Intercontinental a number of times ..... excellent.

16 hours ago, CruiserBruce said:

Totally agree and understand. Not everyone agrees on what "reasonable" might mean. Plus, I have seen people say they want a hotel under XXX in price, when they are going in peak season, and rates are 2x "reasonable".

Agree. There are numerous hotels in Miami. Hard to recommend unless the price range and general location are stated. 

40 minutes ago, PhD-iva said:

If OP is already booked on the cruise through a TA and is trying to add/modify the booking, O would refer them back to their TA.

Agree.

I don't believe there is a "one size fits all" answer to the best place/area to stay in Manhattan. The choice depends ones likes (and budget). 

Would on;y suggest lodging in Manhattan. It usually is more expensive than the boroughs (Queens or Brooklyn) but will enable you to see just a bit of the many sights. Hotels in Manhattan vary in price and quality ... but the taxi ride (yellow cab) to the Cruise Terminal is easy and not terribly expensive.