Cars at MCO
Feb 4, 2015, 9:19 am
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Going in March on a weekend, so prime spring break season. I will need something with 7 seats. Minivan, SUV, whatever. Catch is that I'm using 12F days so restricted to an ES reservation.
In the event that there's nothing big enough on ES/EA, is the $30/day UG pretty standard at MCO? Happy to pay that on top of my 12F vs. the ~$80/day+tax to make an ER reservation, IF there is some degree of regularity that they are offered.
In the event that there's nothing big enough on ES/EA, is the $30/day UG pretty standard at MCO? Happy to pay that on top of my 12F vs. the ~$80/day+tax to make an ER reservation, IF there is some degree of regularity that they are offered.
Though based on mapelle621's report, maybe I should just wander around and hope that that Suburban shows up on ES when I arrive.
Feb 4, 2015, 10:46 am
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I'd expect that for peak spring break season, all the larger vehicles will be set aside on the reserve or for upgrade, especially at MCO
Feb 4, 2015, 4:59 pm
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Gooselee, I'd still make 2 reservations if I were you to be safe. This is the first time I've seen anything with more than 5 seats on the ES at MCO. It probably helped that I picked up at an odd time. Good luck!
I'd expect that for peak spring break season, all the larger vehicles will be set aside on the reserve or for upgrade, especially at MCO
I'd expect that for peak spring break season, all the larger vehicles will be set aside on the reserve or for upgrade, especially at MCO
When you were there, were they still offering the $29 minivan upgrades? I'd be more than happy to pay that to UG from my 12F aisle reservation.
Feb 5, 2015, 10:45 am
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Thanks. I've got some thinking to do, I guess. Right now even with my corporate rate (which I'm able to use for leisure travel), SUVs and minivans are going for $300+ for the weekend. At that point, I'll just pay for cabs for everyone.
When you were there, were they still offering the $29 minivan upgrades? I'd be more than happy to pay that to UG from my 12F aisle reservation.
When you were there, were they still offering the $29 minivan upgrades? I'd be more than happy to pay that to UG from my 12F aisle reservation.
Feb 10, 2015, 12:18 pm
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Just picked up on this past Saturday morning. Went to A side with family in tow. on executive aisle: 3 tahoes, 2 suburbans, 1 grand Cherokee, 2 pathfinders, 1 Camry, 3 town and countries, and a Passat. I took a 2015 traverse ltz with 400 miles on it from the executive area. Wasn't able to go to the b side to take a look.
Emerald had smaller suv's (compass, etc) dodge caravans, and a few jettas. Nothing worth looking at.
Wanted to take a Tahoe, but insurance on Amex platinum would cover anything....
Emerald had smaller suv's (compass, etc) dodge caravans, and a few jettas. Nothing worth looking at.
Wanted to take a Tahoe, but insurance on Amex platinum would cover anything....
Feb 11, 2015, 2:50 pm
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Last Wed, 2/4 mid-day.
ES - B Side had half a dozen Suburbans, 1 Traverse, a plethora of Sonatas, 2 Fusions (1 Titanium), a 15 Camaro, a 14 and 15 Mustang, 1 14 and 15 Charger. Took the 15 Charger with 26 miles on it. Seemed to be the SE, based on the equipment. Very nice ride for me, v-6 pulls seemingly endlessly.
Did not check A.
Today on return, around noon:
ES - B Side
2 T&C's
4 Suburbans
2 Pathfinders
2 '14 Chargers
1 15 Challenger
5 Sonata's
1 Expedition
3 Ram 1500's (2 with hemi's and one was 4x4)
2 Avalon XLE's
3 Camry's
1Equinox
A Side had -
5 '15 Chargers
3 '15 Challengers
More Sonatas and Camry's
1 200
1 '15 300
Only 1 Suburban
Couple of Equinox's
There was a Maserati on both sides in premium, along with 4 new Vettes on each side as well.
ES - B Side had half a dozen Suburbans, 1 Traverse, a plethora of Sonatas, 2 Fusions (1 Titanium), a 15 Camaro, a 14 and 15 Mustang, 1 14 and 15 Charger. Took the 15 Charger with 26 miles on it. Seemed to be the SE, based on the equipment. Very nice ride for me, v-6 pulls seemingly endlessly.
Did not check A.
Today on return, around noon:
ES - B Side
2 T&C's
4 Suburbans
2 Pathfinders
2 '14 Chargers
1 15 Challenger
5 Sonata's
1 Expedition
3 Ram 1500's (2 with hemi's and one was 4x4)
2 Avalon XLE's
3 Camry's
1Equinox
A Side had -
5 '15 Chargers
3 '15 Challengers
More Sonatas and Camry's
1 200
1 '15 300
Only 1 Suburban
Couple of Equinox's
There was a Maserati on both sides in premium, along with 4 new Vettes on each side as well.
Last edited by cbissonette; Feb 12, 2015 at 3:46 pm Reason: Updated info
Feb 13, 2015, 6:27 am
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as a newbie to National, having been a member with Hertz for an absolute age id just like a little advise please?
I am over in Orlando at the end of this year and again in April Next year and have always been a fan of the Dodge Ram.
A. Do National have the Dodge ram 1500 or 2500?
B. Do they have 1500's with the Hemi engines?
C. Never thought about it but is the leg room in the back of a quad cab ok for a couple of kids? Ive always been the driver and never sat in the back of one.
Also what versions do they have? Big Horn or just standard?
Thanks
OZ-Fan
I am over in Orlando at the end of this year and again in April Next year and have always been a fan of the Dodge Ram.
A. Do National have the Dodge ram 1500 or 2500?
B. Do they have 1500's with the Hemi engines?
C. Never thought about it but is the leg room in the back of a quad cab ok for a couple of kids? Ive always been the driver and never sat in the back of one.
Also what versions do they have? Big Horn or just standard?
Thanks
OZ-Fan
Feb 13, 2015, 7:28 am
#503
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as a newbie to National, having been a member with Hertz for an absolute age id just like a little advise please?
I am over in Orlando at the end of this year and again in April Next year and have always been a fan of the Dodge Ram.
A. Do National have the Dodge ram 1500 or 2500?
Yes, both, though 2500s are exceedingly rare.
B. Do they have 1500's with the Hemi engines?
Yes.
C. Never thought about it but is the leg room in the back of a quad cab ok for a couple of kids? Ive always been the driver and never sat in the back of one.
Kids will be fine. Adult friends won't like you.
Also what versions do they have? Big Horn or just standard?
SLT and Big Horn models.
Thanks
OZ-Fan
I am over in Orlando at the end of this year and again in April Next year and have always been a fan of the Dodge Ram.
A. Do National have the Dodge ram 1500 or 2500?
Yes, both, though 2500s are exceedingly rare.
B. Do they have 1500's with the Hemi engines?
Yes.
C. Never thought about it but is the leg room in the back of a quad cab ok for a couple of kids? Ive always been the driver and never sat in the back of one.
Kids will be fine. Adult friends won't like you.
Also what versions do they have? Big Horn or just standard?
SLT and Big Horn models.
Thanks
OZ-Fan
Mar 17, 2015, 9:14 am
#506
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Last time I was there, tag said $100/day but I was offered $75/day. Ended up getting one for $75/day at the WDW station when switching cars (combining 12F days and regular free days).
Mar 17, 2015, 10:41 am
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Lucked out last week. I had a ES reservation on 12F coupons that I was prepared to pay for an upgrade out of as I needed a 7-passenger vehicle to cart friends around for the weekend.
ES on B side had a black Suburban LTZ sitting right up front. Made a beeline for it and didn't even look at anything else. Lot was VERY full on a Friday evening. Seemed like there were lots of Suburbans/Tahoes sitting around across Alamo and National, plenty of midsize SUV type things on ES/EA, and the usual assortment of sedans. It appeared that ALL minivans were in that section and none on the aisles.
The Suburban ended up being very nice. First time I'd gotten one with a sunroof. Only 2500 miles on it, heated/vented seats, working Nav and XM. Interestingly, this is the first one I've gotten with captains chairs in the middle row, giving it only 7 seats. The others I've gotten are LTs with the full middle row and 8 total seats.
ES on B side had a black Suburban LTZ sitting right up front. Made a beeline for it and didn't even look at anything else. Lot was VERY full on a Friday evening. Seemed like there were lots of Suburbans/Tahoes sitting around across Alamo and National, plenty of midsize SUV type things on ES/EA, and the usual assortment of sedans. It appeared that ALL minivans were in that section and none on the aisles.
The Suburban ended up being very nice. First time I'd gotten one with a sunroof. Only 2500 miles on it, heated/vented seats, working Nav and XM. Interestingly, this is the first one I've gotten with captains chairs in the middle row, giving it only 7 seats. The others I've gotten are LTs with the full middle row and 8 total seats.
Apr 13, 2015, 1:01 pm
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I couldn't find another thread that seemed appropriate, but someone feel free to move if there's a better place for this question.
Using my last 12F coupon to do a one-way from MCO to National Cape Canaveral (which is really down in Cocoa Beach). I'm seeing mixed (and mostly old) threads on DISBoards, Cruise Critic, etc. regarding whether this location provides a shuttle to the cruise terminal.
Any FTers with more recent experience about getting from this location to the port? It looks like a 3-mile ride, so I'm guessing worst case I'm looking at a ~$20 cab ride?
Using my last 12F coupon to do a one-way from MCO to National Cape Canaveral (which is really down in Cocoa Beach). I'm seeing mixed (and mostly old) threads on DISBoards, Cruise Critic, etc. regarding whether this location provides a shuttle to the cruise terminal.
Any FTers with more recent experience about getting from this location to the port? It looks like a 3-mile ride, so I'm guessing worst case I'm looking at a ~$20 cab ride?
Apr 14, 2015, 7:06 am
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I couldn't find another thread that seemed appropriate, but someone feel free to move if there's a better place for this question.
Using my last 12F coupon to do a one-way from MCO to National Cape Canaveral (which is really down in Cocoa Beach). I'm seeing mixed (and mostly old) threads on DISBoards, Cruise Critic, etc. regarding whether this location provides a shuttle to the cruise terminal.
Any FTers with more recent experience about getting from this location to the port? It looks like a 3-mile ride, so I'm guessing worst case I'm looking at a ~$20 cab ride?
Using my last 12F coupon to do a one-way from MCO to National Cape Canaveral (which is really down in Cocoa Beach). I'm seeing mixed (and mostly old) threads on DISBoards, Cruise Critic, etc. regarding whether this location provides a shuttle to the cruise terminal.
Any FTers with more recent experience about getting from this location to the port? It looks like a 3-mile ride, so I'm guessing worst case I'm looking at a ~$20 cab ride?
Apr 14, 2015, 11:05 am
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