marcyjane Posted June 3, 2016 #1 Share Posted June 3, 2016 Out flights don't leave until 7:00 pm and we have the the ship excursion with the everglades and also done one off RCI seeing all the millionaire homes on the riverboat tour. only one offered on Carnival Conquest and it's the everglades which like a said we have done. Can anyone tell me if they have used a private tour to kill time before flights. I know we can get a taxi etc. to the mall or beach but luggage is a factor. Thanks for your suggestions and help in advance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cyntil8ing Posted June 3, 2016 #2 Share Posted June 3, 2016 We always rent a car for the day. We usually book Dollar/Thrifty with a Port Everglades pick up and Airport drop off. There's a shuttle at the port to pick up the car and you're dropping off directly at the airport. Last fall, we drove down to the Keys. It was a great day. Total car cost, with taxes and fees, was $45. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marcyjane Posted June 3, 2016 Author #3 Share Posted June 3, 2016 Thanks, but not use to the area and we are senior's didn't want to do that sorry and we've been to the Keys several times. Thanks good idea though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare JamesEM Posted June 4, 2016 #4 Share Posted June 4, 2016 You can always park your luggage at the airport for the day, then take bus/taxi to downtown, Los Olas, or take the Water Taxi to Hollywood. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ashland Posted June 4, 2016 #5 Share Posted June 4, 2016 Have you considered using the luggage valet program...then you won't have a concern about your luggage...then possibly just a small carryon or backpack will be the only thing with you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Keith1010 Posted June 4, 2016 #6 Share Posted June 4, 2016 You can always park your luggage at the airport for the day, then take bus/taxi to downtown, Los Olas, or take the Water Taxi to Hollywood. Just asking but is their a place to park the luggage at the airport in Fort Lauderdale? Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capriccio Posted June 4, 2016 #7 Share Posted June 4, 2016 Just asking but is their a place to park the luggage at the airport in Fort Lauderdale? Keith Bags to Go in each terminal (http://www.bagstogo.net). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Keith1010 Posted June 4, 2016 #8 Share Posted June 4, 2016 Bags to Go in each terminal (http://www.bagstogo.net). Thank you. This is great to know. Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueHerons Posted June 4, 2016 #9 Share Posted June 4, 2016 Thanks, but not use to the area and we are senior's didn't want to do that sorry and we've been to the Keys several times. Thanks good idea though No, you certainly would not have time for the keys. Do you like the beach? I would rent a car and head up to Lauderdale-By-The-Sea! Have lunch at Aruba then walk around the area. Maybe catch a matinee at one of our great cinemas? They are all dine in theaters. Bonnet House, Stranahan House are both excellent tours. If not the beach, head over to Las Olas for a great alfresco lunch. It is a great place to walk around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marcyjane Posted June 5, 2016 Author #10 Share Posted June 5, 2016 Thank you all for all the suggestion. Will check into Carnival and see if they have the luggage program. We have used that on other Cruise lines. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pia1913 Posted June 5, 2016 #11 Share Posted June 5, 2016 Thank you all for all the suggestion. Will check into Carnival and see if they have the luggage program. We have used that on other Cruise lines. Carnival Conquest has luggage check-in service to FLL airport. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gorgotron Posted June 6, 2016 #12 Share Posted June 6, 2016 No, you certainly would not have time for the keys. Do you like the beach? I would rent a car and head up to Lauderdale-By-The-Sea! Have lunch at Aruba then walk around the area. Maybe catch a matinee at one of our great cinemas? They are all dine in theaters. Bonnet House, Stranahan House are both excellent tours. If not the beach, head over to Las Olas for a great alfresco lunch. It is a great place to walk around. That sounds great! Las Olas is amazing. Just another suggestion, if you're cruising to gamble, the Hard Rock in Hollywood is somewhat near Las Olas. They've got a great casino and shows. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
disneygirl1972 Posted June 6, 2016 #13 Share Posted June 6, 2016 We always rent a car for the day. We usually book Dollar/Thrifty with a Port Everglades pick up and Airport drop off. There's a shuttle at the port to pick up the car and you're dropping off directly at the airport. Last fall, we drove down to the Keys. It was a great day. Total car cost, with taxes and fees, was $45. Do I need to reserve the shuttle ahead of time? Or does it circle about? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pia1913 Posted June 6, 2016 #14 Share Posted June 6, 2016 Do I need to reserve the shuttle ahead of time? Or does it circle about? You cannot get on any car shuttle unless you can prove you have a reservation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
disneygirl1972 Posted June 6, 2016 #15 Share Posted June 6, 2016 You cannot get on any car shuttle unless you can prove you have a reservation. Thank you. Yes, I have a reservation at Dollar for pick-up at the Port Everglades location. But should I pre-arrange the shuttle pick-up? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pia1913 Posted June 6, 2016 #16 Share Posted June 6, 2016 Thank you. Yes, I have a reservation at Dollar for pick-up at the Port Everglades location. But should I pre-arrange the shuttle pick-up? I've seen the shuttle many times, but I don't know how they arrange time. Why don't you just call them and let them tell you how it works. If it were me, I would want to get off the ship as early as possible, get my car and be on my way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marcyjane Posted June 7, 2016 Author #17 Share Posted June 7, 2016 Carnival Conquest has luggage check-in service to FLL airport. Thank you Pia Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ashland Posted June 7, 2016 #18 Share Posted June 7, 2016 Thank you. Yes, I have a reservation at Dollar for pick-up at the Port Everglades location. But should I pre-arrange the shuttle pick-up? We've used Dollar/Thrifty at Port Everglades...their shuttle is easy to spot and comes and goes often as it's just outside the terminal gate (the closest rental office/agency) to PE on Miami Road. No worries ... this will be easier than you think...enjoy !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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