Flymia

Ok, so I say 90-mins and you say 60-mins. Which just makes the cutoff for checking in bags (30/45 mins before departure) and if they don't have pre-check looking at barely making it to the flight if there is a line at security. 90-mins is the minimum I would do, especially with checked bags.

For an SUV that sounds right. Might be a bit lower. For example I just looked at Uber and it shows $75.00 for an Uber XL. If you are more than 3 people your savings for a shuttle compared to just using Uber Lyft are minimal IMO. Take into consideration the time spent on a non-direct trip with a shuttle compared to just hoping in a car and going on your way direct.

That is the only ship I am aware of. And I agree, that is a classic booze cruise type experience. Better off booking a 3-night out of Miami or Ft. Lauderdale.

South Florida is a tropical climate. So you have it right. The weather forecast from June-October almost always shows a chance of rain. In fact it has rained less this year than usual. The seasonable weather pattern this time of year, is warm mornings but dry and sunny, with increasing heat and clouds through he day with a thunderstorm or two in the afternoon. The further east you are, typically means lease rain and more sun. But that depends on which way the winds are moving that day. 4/5 days out it is impossible to know the weather that far in advance and that is just a guess. I have seen weather reports show 100% rain one day before and it never rained on the actual day. So take it for what it is worth so far out. Rain and clouds all day this time of year is not typical unless a storm system or front is coming through.

No way. Talking about 90-mins pre-arrival (TSA Check in boarding) 10-15 mins of taxing on a good day 30min in the air, and 30-45 mins post-arrival. To then grab a car. 2.5 hours to deal with the risk of a delay or cancellation for a 3.5 hour drive. And that 2.5 hours does not even include the 45-mins from Orlando to the Port. That is for Google maps to determine. It is going to be one of the two, and I would just pick whichever the GPS with live traffic says is best.

There is no reason to be looking for shuttles. The city is rather small geographically. Stay in Downtown Miami or Brickell and have an easy Uber/Lyft drive the next morning. Worrying about shuttles will limit your search way too much. Hampton Inn Brickell is very popular choice.

For Mexican in Miami Beach this is the best choice IMO: Tequiztlan Mexican Restaurant and Tequila Bar.

So Miami Beach is not that far from Port Miami. Most people cruising the next day will stay in a hotel in Downtown Miami or Brickell, or at least that is what I suggest. For you, if you want a beach, which seems like a good idea with 2-days, then Miami Beach it is. The amount of hotels is endless and price ranges vary. The beaches are all public, so anything close to the beach provides access. There are larger hotels right direct access to the public beaches and pools. The amount of hotels is large, and hard to suggest one without a price range. If you want to walk around and not rely on rideshare, stay on Collins Ave between 24th or lower.

Yea, at 11:30 p.m. sure. Average time in the day is closer to 40-mins, and over 60-75mins in evening rush. Depends on the time of day. I would suggest leaving a little later in the morning. I would expect on a weekday 30-40mins, weekend maybe a bit shorter. Car is the best way. You could also look at taking Brightline from Downtown Miami to Fort Lauderdale and Uber from there. Likely take longer, but more comfortable than an Uber and something different.

Hampton Brickell is a superior location. Great location for an evening in Miami. HIGHLY recommend. . Anything you want. This hotel is right in the smack middle of Miami's most dense area. The list is endless.

It is a free automated train system that you can take around Miami's central business district (Downtown and Brickell). It is very easy to use and great way to get around that area of the city.

Take shuttles off the list. Miami is a fairly small city geographically. You can easily and cheaply Uber. Pick any of the many hotels in Downtown Miami or Brickell area to enjoy the city for the evening. And then take a 10-min $10-$15 uber to the port. Popular hotels are Intercontinental, JW Marriot, JW Marriot Marquis, EAST Miami. All easy drives from the airport and to the port. To be clear, Port Miami is right in the middle of the city, so anything in Downtown Miami or Brickell will make an easy transfer to the port.

You should be fine if you get off the ship early. The drive can easily be done in 3-hours so long as you are not afraid to keep up with traffic. Much of the drive flow of traffic will be going 80 mph+. Off the ship at 7:30 (self luggage) In a rental car by 9:00 a.m. (it should be quicker) and then a 3-3.5 hour drive to Port Canaveral. Use google maps to avoid any accidents. No idea regarding car rentals in Port Canaveral. Just need to chose an agency that has rentals in both Downtown Miami/Port Miami and Port Canaveral.

Stay off Ocean Drive! The better places tend to be South of 5th street and West of Washington Ave. Much more local. 1. Stubborn Seed (Michelin Star) But not formal, can be fairly casual, but not cheap. 2. Macchialina, good Italian food. 3. Yardbird (Southern food) 4. If you want Cuban Havana 1957 tends to be good. I would prefer the one on Espanola Way over Lincoln Road. 5. Seafood, Prime Fish is a good spot. You would want reservations for any of the above.

It really does not make a huge difference. Miami and Fort Lauderdale to most people are the same city. 20-miles apart. Personally, going into Miami straight from the Airport seems easier to me. You could stay somewhere close to the port in Downtown or Brickell and make it very easy the day of the cruise.