scarter Posted March 31, 2014 Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 Hi guys I'm goin to florida in June and have not organised any transfers as people have told us a cab is the best way. On google maps it says our hotel (on intenational drive) is a 25 min drive from the airport (16 miles approx) Was just wondering if anyone on here used a cab to and from airport and if so are they expensive? Thanks Simon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnythefox70 Posted March 31, 2014 Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 Rent a car for a fortnight then you can go wherever you want when you want.dead easy to drive there its all well sign posted, and would probably save you money in the long run. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scarter Posted March 31, 2014 Author Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 It's to deer for me to hire a car I'm not 25 lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shooterluke Posted March 31, 2014 Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 Ive just comeback although my taxi was in with virgin we did use them from the parks an for 16 mile i think you will be looking at around 50 dollars plus tip i wish we would have payed extra for a hire car (under 25 ) because there plenty of places worth visiting just not the big well known parks enjoy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr smith Posted March 31, 2014 Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 (edited) The last couple of times we went over several years ago we booked what IIRC was a town car from the airport sanford to I drive and back,this a car and driver service.There were a few companies,try googling town car or something along that line. Edited March 31, 2014 by mr smith Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rimfire4969 Posted April 1, 2014 Report Share Posted April 1, 2014 We had a taxi from Kissimmee to the airport one time, it was about $50 plus tip, mind up it was about 3 years ago. We always have a rental, did not realise they are that much more because you are under 25. There are also regular buses to the International Drive area to and from the airport (MCO). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aris Posted April 1, 2014 Report Share Posted April 1, 2014 You need a car. So many other paces to visit - like Cape Canaveral and the Kennefy Space Centre! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rimfire4969 Posted April 1, 2014 Report Share Posted April 1, 2014 You need a car. So many other paces to visit - like Cape Canaveral and the Kennefy Space Centre! Very true, on our next trip 3/4 weeks touring all of Florida, starting with 3 days in Kissimmee then taking in Miami, the Keys (some fishing), staying in the Everglades on to the Clearwater area and finishing with about 3 or 4 nights on Anna Marie Island. Plus anywhere else that takes our fancy. Nothing booked up turn up except maybe the Keys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
88b Posted April 1, 2014 Report Share Posted April 1, 2014 I've always had a car but I know it can be expensive if your young. I would do a google search if your over 21 and if you can rent it here and don't get conned with all the extra insurance there. The I drive bus along International drive will get you most places and a lot of hotels have shuttle busses. There are probably buses from the airport to I drive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aris Posted April 1, 2014 Report Share Posted April 1, 2014 Try this link for a car: http://www.alamo.co.uk/brits When we went to Orlando last year, the travel agent couldn't match the price I got - and they were trying to sell me an Alamo car too. The price should be all inclusive. Also when you get to the rental place, don' tbe conned into all the extras or to get a bigger car. They tried that on us (apparently it's all part of the sales routine), saying our car would be too small for 4 people and luggage. When we got the car, it was bigger than many London flats. My wife had to climb into the boot to get stuff out. They do drink petrol though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brett1985 Posted April 1, 2014 Report Share Posted April 1, 2014 im flying out on may bank holiday monday (still hasnt sunk in yet!) we got our hire car through virgin alongside our flights and accomodation. a friend came back a week ago and he had a taxi from the airport to the hotel and then used i-ride for the rest of the stay. he paid $60 for the taxi. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rimfire4969 Posted April 1, 2014 Report Share Posted April 1, 2014 im flying out on may bank holiday monday (still hasnt sunk in yet!) we got our hire car through virgin alongside our flights and accomodation. a friend came back a week ago and he had a taxi from the airport to the hotel and then used i-ride for the rest of the stay. he paid $60 for the taxi. Lucky sod. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brett1985 Posted April 1, 2014 Report Share Posted April 1, 2014 lol, lucky? i have to endure the wedding first.... hope the mrs doesnt read that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rimfire4969 Posted April 1, 2014 Report Share Posted April 1, 2014 lol, lucky? i have to endure the wedding first.... hope the mrs doesnt read that! Ok maybe lucky is a bit strong. I am sure you will have a great day and a great trip to Florida. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jega Posted April 1, 2014 Report Share Posted April 1, 2014 (edited) Here you go mate should be about £25- £30 return on a shared shuttle bus.Just type in your arrival airport and resort (international drive )and away you go. http://www.resorthoppa.com/transfer.asp Edited April 1, 2014 by Jega Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fenntay Posted April 1, 2014 Report Share Posted April 1, 2014 Try mears travel you've used them before whilst stopping in disney resorts and also on international drive, there a bus services out of orlando international airport, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
figgy Posted April 1, 2014 Report Share Posted April 1, 2014 Wait till you get out there then the floor below arrivals in Orlando airport is all car hire firms. Play one off against another to get a good deal. Never again would I book one before going. Figgy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rimfire4969 Posted April 2, 2014 Report Share Posted April 2, 2014 Wait till you get out there then the floor below arrivals in Orlando airport is all car hire firms. Play one off against another to get a good deal. Never again would I book one before going. Figgy Good plan that, we have done this before. We book in advance if we need something special. Don't worry about them not having standard cars, there is literally a multi-storey car park full of them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickS Posted April 3, 2014 Report Share Posted April 3, 2014 I shop about and have found that I generally get a better prices when I book in advance. A company that is consistently good value when my 23yo daughter travels in the US is www.rentalcars.com. It may be worth checking out their prices. Another thing to factor in with driving to the parks is the cost of daily parking, particularly if your hotel offers a complimentary shuttle bus service. Have fun! Nick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bullet1747 Posted April 3, 2014 Report Share Posted April 3, 2014 wot you going to use for the 2 weeks , I hired a people carrier ,lot easier Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaymo Posted April 3, 2014 Report Share Posted April 3, 2014 As long as ur over 21 then just pay the extra 25 bucks per day with the big companies of as others suggest. Go haggle at the counters- it's what we do for upgrades etc. Know the extra costs are considerable but not having a car dictates when and where u can go--- after all, u need a car to go to the Machine gun hire range :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brett1985 Posted April 3, 2014 Report Share Posted April 3, 2014 after all, u need a car to go to the Machine gun hire range :-) where the hell is that??? i need details man, DETAILS! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaymo Posted April 3, 2014 Report Share Posted April 3, 2014 http://shootinggalleryrange.com This one a few that exist around there. I spent every time the woman was in a shopping mall of shooting various toys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickS Posted April 3, 2014 Report Share Posted April 3, 2014 Oakridge gun range is good fun and good value too - though it is easy to spend more than you think Nick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
henry d Posted April 4, 2014 Report Share Posted April 4, 2014 Here you go mate should be about £25- £30 return on a shared shuttle bus.Just type in your arrival airport and resort (international drive )and away you go. http://www.resorthoppa.com/transfer.asp +1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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