Author Topic: South Florida Master Thread (Read 2662694 times)

sky121 · « **Reply #620 on:** February 04, 2013, 02:39:13 PM »

Quote from: robi on February 04, 2013, 02:37:34 PM

dont know what im doing wrong..how many points for feb 10-11? thnx!

robi · « **Reply #621 on:** February 04, 2013, 02:43:02 PM »

Thnx, didnt realize it'll come up under crowne plaza. appreciate!

PraiseCanada · « **Reply #622 on:** February 05, 2013, 10:08:40 AM »

Does anyone know about parking on Miami Beach?
Is there anywhere free to park if you're going to the beach for the day? Or is there public transportation?

robi · « **Reply #623 on:** February 05, 2013, 10:25:49 AM »

Quote from: PraiseCanada on February 05, 2013, 10:08:40 AM

Does anyone know about parking on Miami Beach?
Is there anywhere free to park if you're going to the beach for the day? Or is there public transportation?

there's a public parking lot on Collins ave between the edec roc and mimosa, IIRC that's around 44th street

caveman924 · « **Reply #624 on:** February 06, 2013, 01:10:36 PM »

Quote from: robi on February 05, 2013, 10:25:49 AM

there's a public parking lot on Collins ave between the edec roc and mimosa, IIRC that's around 44th street

Maybe a little further north like 45th or 46th but that's just splitting hairs.

There are plenty of buses that run along collins that can get you to the beach, granted you'd need to define beach. You mentioned that you were looking at the Deuville, which I believe is on 67th or so, it's located on the beach so you can just go downstairs, however if you'd prefer to be further south when on the beach and assuming that you have 4 or less people you may want to consider calling a cab. They are plentiful down there and assuming there is no heavy traffic could be cheaper than a bus if you are around 4 people. I think buses are about $2.35 or so per person per direction.

dd321 · « **Reply #625 on:** February 06, 2013, 02:52:23 PM »

Quote from: caveman924 on February 06, 2013, 01:10:36 PM

Maybe a little further north like 45th or 46th but that's just splitting hairs.

There are plenty of buses that run along collins that can get you to the beach, granted you'd need to define beach. You mentioned that you were looking at the Deuville, which I believe is on 67th or so, it's located on the beach so you can just go downstairs, however if you'd prefer to be further south when on the beach and assuming that you have 4 or less people you may want to consider calling a cab. They are plentiful down there and assuming there is no heavy traffic could be cheaper than a bus if you are around 4 people. I think buses are about $2.35 or so per person per direction.

buses come once a week

Mutty · « **Reply #626 on:** February 06, 2013, 07:32:32 PM »

Quote from: kugelfresser on February 06, 2013, 02:52:23 PM

buses come once a week

Maybe it's the week he'll be there

robi · « **Reply #627 on:** February 12, 2013, 11:52:44 AM »

rumor has it that the pina colada at the Fontainebleau is kosher, anyone know?

PraiseCanada · « **Reply #628 on:** February 13, 2013, 10:51:32 PM »

Has anyone heard of this?
Florida requiring some silly international permit for Canadians?

http://blogs.montrealgazette.com/2013/02/13/florida-requires-international-driving-permit-for-canadians/

robi · « **Reply #629 on:** February 13, 2013, 10:59:11 PM »

Quote from: PraiseCanada on February 13, 2013, 10:51:32 PM

Has anyone heard of this?
Florida requiring some silly international permit for Canadians?

http://blogs.montrealgazette.com/2013/02/13/florida-requires-international-driving-permit-for-canadians/

pretty crazy, although I rented in FLL on Monday with my Quebec license. What I wonder is if need one too, since I have a green card and live in the US...

mmermss · « **Reply #630 on:** February 19, 2013, 10:44:05 PM »

Can someone please wiki this thread...looking to go and want to know whats best to do/eat/see.

TIA

caveman924 · « **Reply #631 on:** February 20, 2013, 04:13:14 PM »

Quote from: PraiseCanada on February 13, 2013, 10:51:32 PM

Has anyone heard of this?
Florida requiring some silly international permit for Canadians?

http://blogs.montrealgazette.com/2013/02/13/florida-requires-international-driving-permit-for-canadians/

Beware my response is long --- Only read this if it affects you

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Yes and no. There has been a lot of confusion with mixed messages coming from all sources, both Canadian and Floridian.

Basically, the State of Florida passed a law that went into effect Jan 1, 2013, that as it currently stands, requires all non-US citizens to carry an international driver's license when driving within the State of Florida. From my understanding, the reasoning behind this is that because of the large numbers of foreign tourists from non-English speaking countries in Florida, this law was passed to help others read a license in the event that that is needed to be done. The problem here is that the law was passed in a manner that included English speaking countries as well, namely Canada, which theoretically should not be a problem because their licenses are already printed in English.

Basically when this issue came to light last week, it caused a lot of media attention particularly in Canada. As a result, state legislators stated that in their next sitting they will amend the law to exempt Canadians from this requirement. Florida State Troopers and other local law enforcement agencies stated that they will not enforce this law on Canadians either. The only time this law may become an issue for you, until it's corrected, is in the event of an auto accident. Although most insurance companies also stated that they will not enforce the rules associated with this law, you can still be denied coverage. The reason for that is technically based on how the law stands, if you don't have an international drivers license you do not have a license and therefore your insurance company can decide how they enforce coverage. Keep in mind it's an insurance company. The best thing to do is if you have time, is to go to your local CAA/AAA office and get an international driver's license, just to be on the safe side. I believe they are $25.

The law's anticipated amendment according to media reports is sometime in March of this year and it will come into force with the amendments some time in June.

robi · « **Reply #632 on:** February 20, 2013, 05:23:19 PM »

Quote from: caveman924 on February 20, 2013, 04:13:14 PM

Beware my response is long --- Only read this if it affects you

-------------------------------------

Yes and no. There has been a lot of confusion with mixed messages coming from all sources, both Canadian and Floridian.

Basically, the State of Florida passed a law that went into effect Jan 1, 2013, that as it currently stands, requires all non-US citizens to carry an international driver's license when driving within the State of Florida. From my understanding, the reasoning behind this is that because of the large numbers of foreign tourists from non-English speaking countries in Florida, this law was passed to help others read a license in the event that that is needed to be done. The problem here is that the law was passed in a manner that included English speaking countries as well, namely Canada, which theoretically should not be a problem because their licenses are already printed in English.

Basically when this issue came to light last week, it caused a lot of media attention particularly in Canada. As a result, state legislators stated that in their next sitting they will amend the law to exempt Canadians from this requirement. Florida State Troopers and other local law enforcement agencies stated that they will not enforce this law on Canadians either. The only time this law may become an issue for you, until it's corrected, is in the event of an auto accident. Although most insurance companies also stated that they will not enforce the rules associated with this law, you can still be denied coverage. The reason for that is technically based on how the law stands, if you don't have an international drivers license you do not have a license and therefore your insurance company can decide how they enforce coverage. Keep in mind it's an insurance company. The best thing to do is if you have time, is to go to your local CAA/AAA office and get an international driver's license, just to be on the safe side. I believe they are $25.

The law's anticipated amendment according to media reports is sometime in March of this year and it will come into force with the amendments some time in June.

thnx! source?

caveman924 · « **Reply #633 on:** February 21, 2013, 03:33:40 PM »

Quote from: robi on February 20, 2013, 05:23:19 PM

thnx! source?

680News -- Toronto All-News Radio station....and various other media sources (but all pretty much say the same)

robi · « **Reply #634 on:** February 21, 2013, 03:52:13 PM »

Quote from: caveman924 on February 21, 2013, 03:33:40 PM

680News -- Toronto All-News Radio station....and various other media sources (but all pretty much say the same)

good to hear. thnx

ChaimBer · « **Reply #635 on:** March 03, 2013, 09:39:39 PM »

Hi,

I'm going to be in South Florida for the weekend of shabbos hagadol, Mar 20-24th

can anybody recommend a decent place to stay (condo, hotel, motel) that is near a shul (and in close proximity (drive) of kosher supermarkets and restaurants.. )

there is also a chance that we would like to stay with another family and that makes the search even harder cuz it would mean 2 or 3 hotel rooms or a 3 bedroom apt/condo

i'm having a hard time searching on vrbo and homeaway.. if anybody has any leads about apts or any ideas which hotel is near a shuls it will be greatly appreciated!!

i have SPG, but the rooms that are still available are starting at 11k a night, is there any tricks that i should know to get cheaper rates? do rooms open up later?

Thanks for you help!

caveman924 · « **Reply #636 on:** March 05, 2013, 01:34:03 PM »

In the Miami Beach area there are several hotel options that are near shuls. Try finding a hotel around 41st and Collins (5-10 blocks in either direction is still walkable) There are shuls and kosher restaurants everywhere in that area.

Try to VRBO for the Fontainebleau Hotel. There are other hotel options as well but I am not sure which ones have private units (if any) listed on VRBO. There are some postings I've seen on this site for Tower 41 as well. This is a private condo with a shul on premises, however it is not directly on the beach but still walking distance to the beach.

Hope this helps.

dd321 · « **Reply #637 on:** March 05, 2013, 03:04:11 PM »

Quote from: ChaimBer on March 03, 2013, 09:39:39 PM

Hi,

I'm going to be in South Florida for the weekend of shabbos hagadol, Mar 20-24th

can anybody recommend a decent place to stay (condo, hotel, motel) that is near a shul (and in close proximity (drive) of kosher supermarkets and restaurants.. )

there is also a chance that we would like to stay with another family and that makes the search even harder cuz it would mean 2 or 3 hotel rooms or a 3 bedroom apt/condo

i'm having a hard time searching on vrbo and homeaway.. if anybody has any leads about apts or any ideas which hotel is near a shuls it will be greatly appreciated!!

i have SPG, but the rooms that are still available are starting at 11k a night, is there any tricks that i should know to get cheaper rates? do rooms open up later?

Thanks for you help!

try reservekosher.com

sal2011 · « **Reply #638 on:** April 03, 2013, 12:34:36 AM »

going to florida for 4 days with my wife getting a condo in west palm beach any ideas what to do in Miami or west palm beach or in between !! thanks

RT · « **Reply #639 on:** April 04, 2013, 02:27:26 PM »

Quote from: mmermss on February 19, 2013, 10:44:05 PM

Can someone please wiki this thread...looking to go and want to know whats best to do/eat/see.

TIA

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