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36 minutes ago, tutzig said:

I am a travel agent and have used GoPort for several of my clients. Everyone has loved it.

 

I am using it for my cruise in March 2020.

 

I checked the rates for the hotel and then what the transfers would cost, and it ended up being a better deal to go with the package.

 

 

If GoPort offers a better deal when comparing apples to apples then go for it!

In my research they are not always the cheapest option.

Therefor comparing rates as you did remains a good idea!

If you want to park off-site in that area, IMO it is better to book the Renaissance Hotel parking garage (you vehicle will be inside a garage). That same company offer this lot.

44 minutes ago, beachgal58 said:

Anyone rent from Fox, wondering if they have a shuttle to/from Port Everglades? I'm guessing they do not, cars are cheaper than picking up fll dropping off at port. Since a shuttle is needed to get to Fox, as most rental places, but the big names cost a lot more.

No Port shuttle

I live in Cape Canaveral (most of the year anyways) and can talk about barber shops but not hair salons!

I ask a lady friend who used Hair Port (near my residence) with good results - https://belindaroldan8.wixsite.com/hairportstudio

5 hours ago, cruzlover said:

We are on a B2B on MSC Seaside from Miami and were thinking of catching the HOHO at Bayside Marketplace on our turnaround day. 

 

Can you walk from Terminal F to Bayside or should be take a cab or Uber? Maps shows it’s about a 1/2 hour walk. 

If you want to do this on your own (and not using shuttles from anyone), you have several choices:

1. I suggest Uber

2. The FREE Coral Way Trolley has two stops across/near Terminal F - just talk to the driver and tell him/her when you're going. I've seen them stop at the Bayside corner to drop folks.

3. It is a beautiful walk on a nice day! I've done it but please use the north side where there is a barricaded pedestrian/bike trail. Very safe with stunning views of the Miami skyline. 

You can clearly see the path from Terminal F over the bridge in this video (the path starts at 7:00) - https://youtu.be/_3BWwEiJn-w

1 hour ago, BlueEyes50 said:

How safe is hotel cruise parking.  Thinking of using La Quinta Stay and Cruise deal in Port Canaveral Feb. 2020.

Only the 4 Points Hotel (and Cocoa Beach Suites) offer parking in a garage. All others are just parking on the lot.

Hotel parking is hotel parking! Anything can happen. Fortunately there's not been issues around here so the stats are on your side.  

6 hours ago, beachgal58 said:

Thanks Joe! Budget shows EV3 for location, guess this is it. 

 

Yes, EV3 is that location

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

8 hours ago, MrsAReid said:

Good morning ALL. I've posted something similar but I only got two responses and I've searched all over CC and I can't not find what I'm looking for. I'm going to try again with this post 😁🤞🤞. I need help finding a hotel that can pick my husband and I up from MAO (Orlando) airport,take us to the hotel and also provide shuttle to the cruise port. At first, we were going to drive but decided to fly. HELP US PLEASE 

There are several hotels in Cape Canaveral/Cocoa Beach that will shuttle you as stated - you book direct with the hotel.

Then there's a 3rd party travel agency GoPort as others mentioned that can arrange the same - but compare their pricing (they are not always the cheapest option).

You can also rent a car which may be cheaper than you think.

You can also book the hotel and transfers separately with the best option for each leg!

The best option depends on a few things. What time do you plan to arrive at MCO, for example. If you arrive later in the day then staying near the airport may be a good option.

And so on!

Can you give a bit more information?

2 hours ago, Deseo1578 said:

sure.

 

190 in the goport page and 195 in the booking site. 

 

 

Good job! That's a deal!

At $3.75 one-way pp the price is right!

As Bruce said, the challenges are:

• Lifting and pulling luggage into a bus, off the bus, into the train, off the train then into elevators or up and down escalators, into a tram and off the tram
• About 90 minutes travel time
• Waiting outside (under cover) in the Florida heat

It is doable, however, and if you want more info I suggest this article - Tri-Rail from FLL to FLL - what you need to know 

Are you are talking about:

Free shuttle to Tri-Rail Station, then Tri-Rail to MIA then Free hotel shuttle from MIA

Is this correct? While not convenient, it is the cheapest.

6 hours ago, Deseo1578 said:

For me I did the math, for only 2 people and the STAYBRIDGE SUITES ORLANDO AIRPORT it was cheaper through the package than using booking or directly from the hotel. 

If you can show the breakdown of the pricing it will be very helpful! 

40 minutes ago, beachgal58 said:

Ready to reserve car, Alamo is higher than Budget this time, anyone know where EV3 Budget port location is? I think there is a return on 17th st w shuttle, but EV3 is closer?TIA

The 17th St location (inside the Renaissance) does not shuttle to/from the Port.

Here are the locations with Port shuttles:

3 hours ago, pawmtweez said:

I believe I have read something about an access fee in the past.  Does this still exist?

If so, does the $7 or so I am seeing from area hotels on Uber/Lyft include the access fee, or is that fee in additional to their estimates?

 

Also, is my understanding correct that if you park at the port itself, for a seven day cruise you are actually charged for eight days?

There are fees but those should be included in the quote - you can look at the cost breakdown on the rideshare up to see everything.

You pay per day, not per night - so 8 days yes for a 7 night cruise.

You have to get on the free shuttle to the company of your choice. 1-10 minutes away depending on terminal and/or traffic. All the big players are available.

There is a video showing a map, the shuttles and companies. https://youtu.be/XSBynZEAUcc

9 hours ago, CruiszBug said:

 

It sounds like you booked the Cruise to Port package? It looks like the parking for that package is only for 15 days max. I need 22 days...  I will call and find out what the deal is if you ride Select. In the amenities it says FREE PARKING. But then elsewhere it says "one day" free parking....

 

Also, do you park and then schlep your bags to the station? Or is there a baggage drop before parking?

I used the word FREE instead of INCLUDED! 

Yes parking is FREE when doing a 1-day return trip on Brightline ($8 a day on the SMART package) when on the SELECT package.

I believe the cruise package discounts the parking to $5 a day instead of $8. So you pay for parking but still a great deal.

We paid extra for the one-way upgrade to SELECT at checkin because I wanted to experience the difference and they were nice to us! Otherwise the upgrade is both ways only.

Yes, drop your luggage at checkin before parking because we did not see any porters (maybe I missed them?) You may have to drop a passenger too or perhaps ask one of the check-in staff to keep an eye on your bags.

I parked on the 11th floor because my truck is too big and those spaces are tiny! Every floor has a handfull of larger spots but those were all taken on lower floors.

There is an elevator on every floor and we took that down to ground level, then walked across the road to checkin.

I did not see any special procedures for luggage handling other than dealing with it yourself.

About the parking APP. Do not worry about it until you are in the lounge. Then you ask a staff member to assist you if needed. You just need your voucher code (check your email) and car registration number. That's it! Very easy once you can navigate the APP.

As I wrote yesterday, we LOVED every minute of the trip. Did not want the ride to end! The lemongrass aroma in the stations, the cleanliness, the Italian drinks (beer and wine), the smiling staff. Everything.

And Miami Station is great for breakfast before you head to the ship! It's like you're in Paris or Europe somewhere!

I have not used them but the company is very well-known in Cape Canaveral/Cocoa Beach. Local bars recommend them, etc.

I did this recently! Ask me anything...

We were in Select (business) class going south and standard (smart) going north.

The trickiest part was parking at West Palm Beach and figuring out how to get the free stay. Are you planning to park? It is in a building across from the station.

You also have to install the Lyft App.

Fortunately there are Brightline folks at the entrance to assist you. And parking attendants on the floors to help. But you MUST install the PayByPhone app on your phone in order to get the free parking (using the voucher from your train ticket).

The train and everything about it is wonderful. A very positive and happy experience.

When you arrive at Miami, order your Lyft ride then escalator down  and walk out of the north entrance and you will see huge signs for Lyft at the entrance. Your driver will be there.

It is only 6-10 minutes to the Port!

Highly recommended!

1 hour ago, COFlyers2 said:

Does anyone know - Is the clearance the same for T1 - Royal Caribbean (Harmony)?   Thanks! 🙂

8'2" but there is a new open surface lot across the road and one next to the garage used by RVs.

1 hour ago, lakelorain said:

I have a lot of time to kill so I thought I'd walk if it's possible.  I only have one wheeled suitcase so that isn't a problem.  Thanks for your replies.  

 

 

Unless they've opened a sidewalk at terminal B to allow a straight path by the time you arrive, your walk will be closer to 1.5 miles from door to door if you need to walk around the construction. I just checked my GPS mileage from my last drive at the Port. 

3 hours ago, lakelorain said:

Thanks for quick reply.

 

It is an ugly walk due to the construction of Terminal B. There was no sidewalk when I last drove there a few months ago.

10 hours ago, CruiszBug said:

So is the Historic Overtown/Lyric Theatre Station preferred over the Government Center Station? Or are both MetroRail stations fairly equal?

Either one will work but Overtown is a bit closer and you just walk around the corner into Virgin Miami Central (they have a partnership with Lyft BTW so you will see big signs for Lyft at the north entrance).

Miami Central is the Virgin Brightline station with very good European-style restaurants on the 2nd level - perfect for a quick coffee or snack before heading to your ship!

On 9/11/2019 at 11:28 AM, NJ&Ozzie said:

Wow - thanks so much.  That would be great to know.  It's looks like a good option.

NJ 

Was at FLL Airport yesterday. There are no Tri-Rail ticket machines inside the airport. You have to take the bus to the station and buy there!

Yes, they offer an airport shuttle (operated by a local transport company). Cost is extra and depends on time of day, etc. Expect to pay at least $25 per person.

Port shuttle is $7 pp if not booked as part of a Snooze & Cruise package.

22 minutes ago, BlueHerons said:

 Park in Overtown in an unsecured lot?

Huh? You misread my post.

To be perfectly legal, park/pay at Earlington Heights and ride MetroRail to Station  Historic Overtown/Lyric Theatre

Take Uber/Lyft from there because this station is closest to the PortMiami access roads.