hkimberlin Posted May 24, 2016 #1 Share Posted May 24, 2016 My wife and I are cruising out of Ft. Lauderdale in January on the Indy. I have booked the Embassy Suites the night before the cruise and I have a few questions: 1. Do I need to reserve the shuttle to the port from Embassy Suites ahead of time? We don't get in until very late the night before our cruise. 2. Is the Embassy Suites shuttle reliable or should we get a taxi? 3. Our flight home leaves the same day that we return to port. Should we just grab a taxi at the port to the airport? I appreciate any help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted May 24, 2016 #2 Share Posted May 24, 2016 (edited) I'd use a taxi both ways. Not expensive at all in Ft. Lauderdale and quicker than waiting for a shuttle. You're probably looking at $10-$15 from the hotel to the port and around $15 from the port to the airport. Edited May 24, 2016 by clarea Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jshyoda Posted May 24, 2016 #3 Share Posted May 24, 2016 I used Uber on embarkation day and disembark day. Each fare was only $10. Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Septemberbride07 Posted May 24, 2016 #4 Share Posted May 24, 2016 When we were on Indy in September, we stayed at the Embassy Suites on 17th. Our room included a shuttle to the port. We were lucky and our room faced the port so we saw her when we woke up. You might call the hotel and ask. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBone2K Posted May 24, 2016 #5 Share Posted May 24, 2016 Every hotel I have used you either book a time on the shuttle when you check in or it is first come first served. You might search the home ports area of CC and see if anyone else has experience with that particular hotel. IMO a cab/uber is more convenient, comfortable and doesn't cost much more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KMagz Posted May 24, 2016 #6 Share Posted May 24, 2016 (edited) I also recommend the taxi route in both directions. Avoids waiting for the shuttle to fill and then having to stop at 3 other cruise terminals to drop off passengers sailing on ships other than yours. On the return trip, just outside the cruise terminal baggage claim there will be lines of taxis to take you to FLL. Edited May 24, 2016 by KMagz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hotel CA Posted May 24, 2016 #7 Share Posted May 24, 2016 I'd use a taxi both ways. Not expensive at all in Ft. Lauderdale and quicker than waiting for a shuttle. You're probably looking at $10-$15 from the hotel to the port and around $15 from the port to the airport. OR Uber to the ship and taxi back to airport upon arrival-- Uber in FLL = reliable and good service Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hotel CA Posted May 24, 2016 #8 Share Posted May 24, 2016 I used Uber on embarkation day and disembark day. Each fare was only $10. Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app So Uber was able to pick you UP at the port? Where did you meet it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hkimberlin Posted May 25, 2016 Author #9 Share Posted May 25, 2016 Thank you all. Sounds like a taxi is the best bet. I read somewhere that Embassy Suites tries to stop you from using taxis. I hope that's not true. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atnolan94 Posted May 25, 2016 #10 Share Posted May 25, 2016 If you are leaving FLL on indy on the 10th or 11th or whatever, I will see you in falmouth :) I'm on the Allure departing the 8th. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hkimberlin Posted May 25, 2016 Author #11 Share Posted May 25, 2016 If you are leaving FLL on indy on the 10th or 11th or whatever, I will see you in falmouth :) I'm on the Allure departing the 8th. We're leaving on the 14th, but heading to Mexico. Sorry we'll miss you. [emoji20] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grandma Dazzles Posted May 25, 2016 #12 Share Posted May 25, 2016 Thank you all. Sounds like a taxi is the best bet. I read somewhere that Embassy Suites tries to stop you from using taxis. I hope that's not true. I have stayed at the Embassy Suites several times. Never had a problem with staff or taxis. Their shuttle is $10 per person therefore for a couple a cab usually is cheaper. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hobiecat01 Posted May 25, 2016 #13 Share Posted May 25, 2016 We sailed the Allure two weeks ago and stayed at the Embassy Suites the night before our cruise. Our hotel package included transport to the port. The morning of the cruise we came downstairs at 9:30 am expecting to get the first shuttle at 10:30. We handed the the ticket to the attendant who promptly asked, "You ready?" We left and was at the port in 10 minutes and checked in and waiting in the Diamond line at 10:55 am. We would have boarded on time at 11:00 am BUT... The U.S. Coast Guard pulled a surprise inspection and we were delayed boarding until almost 12:00 noon. But he good news was that the Embassy Suite shuttle got us to the port quickly and early! So early that we were one of the first dozen folks in the Windjammer!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hkimberlin Posted May 25, 2016 Author #14 Share Posted May 25, 2016 We sailed the Allure two weeks ago and stayed at the Embassy Suites the night before our cruise. Our hotel package included transport to the port. The morning of the cruise we came downstairs at 9:30 am expecting to get the first shuttle at 10:30. We handed the the ticket to the attendant who promptly asked, "You ready?" We left and was at the port in 10 minutes and checked in and waiting in the Diamond line at 10:55 am. We would have boarded on time at 11:00 am BUT... The U.S. Coast Guard pulled a surprise inspection and we were delayed boarding until almost 12:00 noon. But he good news was that the Embassy Suite shuttle got us to the port quickly and early! So early that we were one of the first dozen folks in the Windjammer!! Awesome!! Did you have to schedule the shuttle ahead of time? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hkimberlin Posted May 25, 2016 Author #15 Share Posted May 25, 2016 I have stayed at the Embassy Suites several times. Never had a problem with staff or taxis. Their shuttle is $10 per person therefore for a couple a cab usually is cheaper. Great! Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBone2K Posted May 25, 2016 #16 Share Posted May 25, 2016 So Uber was able to pick you UP at the port? Where did you meet it? The only problem Uber has is many drivers won't drop you off at FLL since they aren't allowed. There are no restrictions on them coming and going from the cruise port. IIRC they just meet you at the spot for private car pickup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jshyoda Posted May 25, 2016 #17 Share Posted May 25, 2016 The driver said they were allowed. The app had no issues. I used it both ways from Airport to the port and back. The police were standing at both locations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisincha Posted May 25, 2016 #18 Share Posted May 25, 2016 Uber is completely legal now in both Miami and Ft. Lauderdale. About time......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big_G Posted May 25, 2016 #19 Share Posted May 25, 2016 The only problem Uber has is many drivers won't drop you off at FLL since they aren't allowed. There are no restrictions on them coming and going from the cruise port. IIRC they just meet you at the spot for private car pickup. Unless something has changed since October, they are allowed but there is an extra airport fee ($4.50) and sea port fee ($2.00). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big_G Posted May 25, 2016 #20 Share Posted May 25, 2016 Thank you all. Sounds like a taxi is the best bet. I read somewhere that Embassy Suites tries to stop you from using taxis. I hope that's not true. The last time we were there the concierge suggested a taxi over the shuttle. Maybe they were swamped with requests already. I hate shuttles anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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