
tonyfsu21
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It looks like they do offer a free shuttle to the port but not the airport. I would still opt for ride share so you can be in better control of the time you wish to arrive for your cruise.
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Good news is you are directly across the street from the North Port Everglades entry point. Ride share would be the best option IMHO.
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Which hotel? Personally I would opt for a ride share but 99% of East Fort Lauderdale hotels offer shuttle service to the port.
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Cruising during Hurricane Season?
tonyfsu21 replied to Huntr104's topic in Royal Caribbean Discussion
Dont let hurricane season get in the way of your families cruise planning. I have lived in South Florida my entire life and hurricane season has never once been an issue with cruising. Obviously things could one day be different and a storm could interfere with cruising plans but I’ve been sailing since the 1980’s….. -
It’s not really a matter of wanting to be closed. The cruise line is required to formalize an agreement with the islands government to pay them a certain percentage of the casino revenue while ported & open so that they do not cannibalize the land based casinos revenue. Aruba happens to have casinos.
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The Song You Can't Get Out Of Your Head......
tonyfsu21 replied to Suite Snob's topic in People Connect
“It’s a perfect daaaaaay at Coco Caaaaaaay” -
Royal Caribbean Blog and Royal Caribbean
tonyfsu21 replied to Suite Snob's topic in Royal Caribbean Discussion
Adding to the conspiracy, it’s possible @Matt is an undercover agent for Royal Caribbean planting information on his blog to manipulate the cruising industrial complex…… -
If I recall correctly the casino is open while ported in Aruba & Curaçao. It’s been awhile though but heading back on Odyssey for Thanksgiving this year!
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Embassy Suites on 17th street (walking distance to Publix, Total Wine, restaurants) Hilton Garden Inn or Hampton Inn on Sterling Road & I-95 (close to Dania point for dinner exc) These options cheaper and still only 10 min from the port. If you have loyalty to a brand or certain preferences regarding amenities I can narrow it down. 99% of the hotels in the greater Fort Lauderdale area have a shuttle service option to the port so that’s not really an issue. It’s easier to dial in a choice based on hotel brand loyalty, dining preferences exc.
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I have to disagree re: dumpy hotels in FL. In Fort Lauderdale we have everything from the dump you stayed in above to the 5 star Ritz Carlton Fort Lauderdale beach resort. It all boils down to what you are willing to pay. As a local, I would have advised you to stay away from this hotel at all costs as it’s certainly a dump.
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WHY DO YOU CRUISE? WHAT IS THE DRAW?
tonyfsu21 replied to Suite Snob's topic in Royal Caribbean Discussion
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WHY DO YOU CRUISE? WHAT IS THE DRAW?
tonyfsu21 replied to Suite Snob's topic in Royal Caribbean Discussion
We have been cruisers since I was a kid in the 1980’s in Fort Lauderdale. I am well traveled and have yet to find a land based vacation that was a better experience then a cruise vacation. The all inclusive (not referring to cost just amenities) aspect of the Oasis class ships is my families favorite vacation. Taking it one step further, Deck 17 makes cruising even that much better! The pool, the food & drinks, the balcony, the casino, the shows, the activities makes for an endless list of fun for everyone in my family. Can’t wait to get back on another ship very soon! -
FYI- Just a reminder:
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It’s been raining all day in Fort Lauderdale. You can tell (at least I can after 40+ years in this city) that a storm is brewing! If you are leaving tomorrow out of any FL port, you should probably plan to not sit by the pool. Sunday should be back to normal though.
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If you are departing SoFL ports this weekend….
tonyfsu21 replied to tonyfsu21's topic in Royal Caribbean Discussion
Yes they will, but it’s still gonna be wet & windy while ported in Miami/Fort Lauderdale.