royalcruz Posted August 10, 2012 #2801 Share Posted August 10, 2012 Hi,I booked this hotel through Priceline for upcoming cruise in Feb. What are you thoughts on this hotel? I apologize if this has already/been asked/answered - didn't find it in the threads. Thanks, Debbie http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1686077 This thread is from today. It is unlikely that Priceline will put you in the beachfront building but the hotel is fine, old but recently renovated, close to the port, less than a mile from the main beachfront entertainment district. Did you have specific questions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beth & Rob Posted August 10, 2012 #2802 Share Posted August 10, 2012 I promise I will spend time going back through all of these great posts and responses.......but..... Cruising "P" April 2013 out of Fl. L. with 5 women. Cruise leaves on Sunday so looking at coming in on Thursday, taking a late plane out of Los Angeles. Have some La Quinta points, but don't need to stay there. Would like to know about transportation from airport to hotel......suggestion on hotel as we'd like to hang out for a couple days prior to departure... restaurants, shops and beach... On a bit of a budget so no $200 per night hotels. Also transportation from hotel to port. I know they have transportation from ship to airport, have done those before. Just walked out of terminal and grabbed a big bus. thanks so much for any suggestions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalcruz Posted August 10, 2012 #2803 Share Posted August 10, 2012 (edited) I promise I will spend time going back through all of these great posts and responses.......but..... Cruising "P" April 2013 out of Fl. L. with 5 women. Cruise leaves on Sunday so looking at coming in on Thursday, taking a late plane out of Los Angeles. Have some La Quinta points, but don't need to stay there. Would like to know about transportation from airport to hotel......suggestion on hotel as we'd like to hang out for a couple days prior to departure... restaurants, shops and beach... On a bit of a budget so no $200 per night hotels. Also transportation from hotel to port. I know they have transportation from ship to airport, have done those before. Just walked out of terminal and grabbed a big bus. thanks so much for any suggestions. April is high season and you would be very lucky to find a hotel near the beach for $200 (Bahia Mar, Best Western Oceanside, and Al Hambra are probably your best chances), and no transport is included. Your lowest price (and clean and safe) with shuttles (please verify with the hotel as amenities change) and near shopping and basic dining is going to be La Quinta in Hollywood or Plantation, or the Sleep Inn in Dania(Sleep Inn is only a mile from the beach). Gallery One Doubletree is probably the best hotel for both shopping, dining, and beach (about 3 blocks walk)...you might get a good rate there through hiltonfamilymvp (just sign up for a hhonors number first and log in) and they have suites that might be able to hold everybody. As far as transportation from the port to the airport, it's only about $15 per cab. Edited August 10, 2012 by royalcruz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beth & Rob Posted August 11, 2012 #2804 Share Posted August 11, 2012 Thanks RoyalCruz..... I signed up for the Hilton MVP, but which hotel would you suggest checking out? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SportsMomof4 Posted August 11, 2012 #2805 Share Posted August 11, 2012 I need help with a hotel PLEASE :confused: Flying into FLL in December. I need a hotel for 5 of us that is not a fortune (under $200) & that is close walking distance to a store (to purchase wine & soda) & a few restaurants. We chose not to rent a car & take a shuttle to POM the next day. I've been looking but I thought you experts :D would know a few right away. Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohninDC Posted August 11, 2012 #2806 Share Posted August 11, 2012 I need help with a hotel PLEASE :confused: Flying into FLL in December. I need a hotel for 5 of us that is not a fortune (under $200) & that is close walking distance to a store (to purchase wine & soda) & a few restaurants. We chose not to rent a car & take a shuttle to POM the next day. I've been looking but I thought you experts :D would know a few right away. Thank you! Depends on when in December - between Christmas and New Years is very expensive, the first week of Dec. after Thanksgiving is very cheap. Check www.sunny.org for info on most area hotels. We like the Embassy SUites - big room (can sleep your 5), nice pool, great breakfast, walking distance to dining and shopping, close to the port, and free happy hour every evening! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SportsMomof4 Posted August 11, 2012 #2807 Share Posted August 11, 2012 Yup...between Christmas & New Years...12/29. I will check out that site & Embassy. Thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fisherwoman Posted August 11, 2012 #2808 Share Posted August 11, 2012 We are staying at the Embassy Suites on 17th before our cruise. We plan to rent a car for the day before the cruise. Does anyone know of a car rental agency close to Embassy Suites or a car rental company that will shuttle you back to the hotel after dropping the car off? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dapaddo Posted August 11, 2012 #2809 Share Posted August 11, 2012 1 Do you know if southwest has luggage express for the freedom? 2. What type of stores can we but champagne? thanks in advance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lindy sails Posted August 11, 2012 #2810 Share Posted August 11, 2012 Budget is across the street in the Quay plaza on 17th street. Across the parking lot next to the Renaissance. Budget offers shuttle service to & from Port Everglades. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mstelly Posted August 11, 2012 #2811 Share Posted August 11, 2012 We are staying at the Embassy Suites on 17th before our cruise. We plan to rent a car for the day before the cruise. Does anyone know of a car rental agency close to Embassy Suites or a car rental company that will shuttle you back to the hotel after dropping the car off? We always rent Thrifty in FLL. We rent at the airport, then take our luggae to the ship the day of cruise, they have a drop off at the Port, then shuttle you to the ship. We have never paid additional for dropping off at the port or shuttle. There is also a savings with the Orlando Magic-card. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalcruz Posted August 11, 2012 #2812 Share Posted August 11, 2012 Thanks RoyalCruz..... I signed up for the Hilton MVP, but which hotel would you suggest checking out? Gallery One Doubletree (Hilton family) is right between the beach and mall/restaurants and has 2 BR suites you can share. Other Hilton family hotels that are nice are Embassy Suites and Hampton Inns but they are not by the beach. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalcruz Posted August 11, 2012 #2813 Share Posted August 11, 2012 I need help with a hotel PLEASE :confused: Flying into FLL in December. I need a hotel for 5 of us that is not a fortune (under $200) & that is close walking distance to a store (to purchase wine & soda) & a few restaurants. We chose not to rent a car & take a shuttle to POM the next day. I've been looking but I thought you experts :D would know a few right away. Thank you! Sleep Inn sleeps 5, is $180 and is next to Publix and Pancho's Mexican restaurant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalcruz Posted August 11, 2012 #2814 Share Posted August 11, 2012 1 Do you know if southwest has luggage express for the freedom? 2. What type of stores can we but champagne? thanks in advance. 2. grocery, liquor/wine stores, drug stores (CVS might only have sparkling wine), Target, warehouse stores, some convenience stores. Total Wine has very good prices on Champagne. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bettyboop16 Posted August 12, 2012 #2815 Share Posted August 12, 2012 Hi, I haven't seen a post from Bequia in a very long time. Betty, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dapaddo Posted August 12, 2012 #2816 Share Posted August 12, 2012 2. grocery, liquor/wine stores, drug stores (CVS might only have sparkling wine), Target, warehouse stores, some convenience stores. Total Wine has very good prices on Champagne. Thanks for the info, Do you know if there are any such places close to the Days Inn at 2601 N 29th avenue Hollywood. I am the only who will be able to walk to it. I know there is a small gas station right in front of the Holliday inn across the street but I don't remember them having wine and such. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nikki Lisette Posted August 12, 2012 #2817 Share Posted August 12, 2012 I really hate to ask this because I know it's been asked and answered already but 142 pages is a lot to sift through and I can't figure out the search engine. My question(s): I'm flying into FLL on an early morning flight. I bought the pre-cruise transfer through Carnival so it's a given that once in port, I will be stuck! I'd like to purchase some water bottles and breakfast before I board at 1pm. Are there any markets in and around the cruise terminals that I can walk to? I was hoping to pack/fly light since my airline charges for checked luggage, otherwise I'd bring my snacks and water with me. THANK YOU X100! :o Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Lois R Posted August 12, 2012 #2818 Share Posted August 12, 2012 I really hate to ask this because I know it's been asked and answeredalready but 142 pages is a lot to sift through and I can't figure out the search engine. My question(s): I'm flying into FLL on an early morning flight. I bought the pre-cruise transfer through Carnival so it's a given that once in port, I will be stuck! I'd like to purchase some water bottles and breakfast before I board at 1pm. Are there any markets in and around the cruise terminals that I can walk to? I was hoping to pack/fly light since my airline charges for checked luggage, otherwise I'd bring my snacks and water with me. THANK YOU X100! :o Hi,:) since you need to leave the port to go shopping your best bet is to get a cab.....there will be plenty of them because they bring passengers to the ship that morning too. There is a Publix right near the port on 17th Street. I would NOT walk...it is not "Pedestrian Friendly". My other suggestion would be to cancel your transfer with the cruiseline and get a cab from the airport to take you to the store and then go to the ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nikki Lisette Posted August 12, 2012 #2819 Share Posted August 12, 2012 Hi,:) since you need to leave the port to go shopping your best betis to get a cab.....there will be plenty of them because they bring passengers to the ship that morning too. There is a Publix right near the port on 17th Street. I would NOT walk...it is not "Pedestrian Friendly". My other suggestion would be to cancel your transfer with the cruiseline and get a cab from the airport to take you to the store and then go to the ship. I didn't know I could cancel the pre-cruise transfer! Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Lois R Posted August 12, 2012 #2820 Share Posted August 12, 2012 I didn't know I could cancel the pre-cruise transfer! Thank you! Hi, most cruiselines charge extra for that service. You said you are on Carnival? Call them or if you booked with a TA call them. I rarely, if ever use the Cruiseline's transfer, especially when sailing out of Ft. Lauderdale....the airport and the hotels in the area are close to the port. Taxis are plentiful:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phabric Posted August 13, 2012 #2821 Share Posted August 13, 2012 I didn't know I could cancel the pre-cruise transfer! Thank you! A taxi from airport to port is under $20. Getting the taxi to wait while you get your things at the store would be cheaper than the Carnival transfer per person. If you have paid your final payment, you would not be able to cancel your pre cruise transfer. How are you getting from port back to the airport? If by Carnival post cruise transfer, they wait until the bus is full before leaving. Cancel and take a taxi, much cheaper. There are alot of taxis waiting. The airport is very close in FLL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nikki Lisette Posted August 13, 2012 #2822 Share Posted August 13, 2012 A taxi from airport to port is under $20. Getting the taxi to wait while you get your things at the store would be cheaper than the Carnival transfer per person. If you have paid your final payment, you would not be able to cancel your pre cruise transfer. How are you getting from port back to the airport? If by Carnival post cruise transfer, they wait until the bus is full before leaving. Cancel and take a taxi, much cheaper. There are alot of taxis waiting. The airport is very close in FLL. Well the airport to port transfer purchased thru Carnival is only $15/each way. That's comparable to taxi fare. I'm serious about finding something to do. I looked into renting a car, booking a tour, hiring a limo and the taxi thing. I think I need to get over trying to save some money because it's not going to happen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalcruz Posted August 13, 2012 #2823 Share Posted August 13, 2012 Hi, I haven't seen a post from Bequia in a very long time. Betty, That's a good question. Bequia hasn't posted on CC since March and her blog hasn't been updated since 2008. If you pull up her posts, she has an AOL address listed in her signature. I hope she's ok. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalcruz Posted August 13, 2012 #2824 Share Posted August 13, 2012 Thanks for the info, Do you know if there are any such places close to the Days Inn at 2601 N 29th avenue Hollywood. I am the only who will be able to walk to it. I know there is a small gas station right in front of the Holliday inn across the street but I don't remember them having wine and such. There is a 7-11 about 6 blocks west on sheridan St that might sell wine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalcruz Posted August 13, 2012 #2825 Share Posted August 13, 2012 I really hate to ask this because I know it's been asked and answeredalready but 142 pages is a lot to sift through and I can't figure out the search engine. My question(s): I'm flying into FLL on an early morning flight. I bought the pre-cruise transfer through Carnival so it's a given that once in port, I will be stuck! I'd like to purchase some water bottles and breakfast before I board at 1pm. Are there any markets in and around the cruise terminals that I can walk to? I was hoping to pack/fly light since my airline charges for checked luggage, otherwise I'd bring my snacks and water with me. THANK YOU X100! :o There is nothing near the Carnival terminal. You could just skip the transfer, take a taxi from FLL to Denny's on S. Federal Hwy at SE 17th St. (about $12 per cab), eat breakfast, walk across the street to CVS, get a case of water, and take a $10 taxi to the terminal. Or take transfer to the terminal. Check in luggage. Take $10 taxi to Harbor Shops. Eat breakfast at the diner, buy water at Publix, take $10 taxi back to the terminal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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