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bestmickey 03-15-2012 02:03 PM
New Schedule for Airport Shuttle
 
The Villages Transportation shuttle service has a new schedule effective April 1, 2012, with added runs to/from Orlando Airport. There are now some late runs. :MOJE_whot: To view new schedule, go to link below. If link doesn't work, cut/paste it into your browser.

The Villages Transportation ? Orlando International Airport Shuttle Service

daca55 03-16-2012 08:04 AM
Thanks for the heads up on the schedule as I am planning on using them in April.:smiley:

swimdawg 03-16-2012 08:43 AM
Wish list
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by bestmickey (Post 467210)
The Villages Transportation shuttle service has a new schedule effective April 1, 2012, with added runs to/from Orlando Airport. There are now some late runs. :MOJE_whot: To view new schedule, go to link below. If link doesn't work, cut/paste it into your browser.

The Villages Transportation ? Orlando International Airport Shuttle Service
I wish....I wish....I wish...... for indoor pools :) and then.....

for The Villages Shuttle to take you home....without having to transfer from the shuttle to taxi....and visa versa.

Taltarzac725 03-16-2012 11:39 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by bestmickey (Post 467210)
The Villages Transportation shuttle service has a new schedule effective April 1, 2012, with added runs to/from Orlando Airport. There are now some late runs. :MOJE_whot: To view new schedule, go to link below. If link doesn't work, cut/paste it into your browser.

The Villages Transportation ? Orlando International Airport Shuttle Service

Thanks for the information, bestmickey.

Happinow 03-16-2012 11:59 AM
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Originally Posted by swimdawg (Post 467460)
I wish....I wish....I wish...... for indoor pools :) and then.....

for The Villages Shuttle to take your home....without having to transfer from the shuttle to taxi....and visa versa.
Doesn't the shuttle pick you up at your house and deliver you back if you are a resident?? Then no need for taxi.

Barefoot 03-16-2012 03:04 PM
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Originally Posted by Happinow (Post 467519)
Doesn't the shuttle pick you up at your house and deliver you back if you are a resident?? Then no need for taxi.
The Villages Shuttle Service goes to the Shuttle Stations at LSL and SS. It runs on a set schedule. For an additional $5.00 a taxi can be provided to take you to/from your Villages home.

The Village Airport Van will pick up up at your home or deliver you to your home. It runs 24 hours a day, on request, not on a fixed schedule. Whether you are a resident or not.

Jim 9922 03-16-2012 03:25 PM
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Originally Posted by swimdawg (Post 467460)
I wish....
for The Villages Shuttle to take your home....without having to transfer from the shuttle to taxi....and visa versa.
As long as I am the the first to be dropped off. Getting carted all over the Villages to drop off people is a real waste of time and not my cup of tea.:loco:

Happinow 03-16-2012 07:20 PM
Which service is better?
 
Anyone used either service? Is either one better? I want my daughter, who will be 7 months pregnant when she comes to visit us, to have a comfortable ride from the airport to LSL, so comfort is important to me.

Carla B 03-16-2012 09:55 PM
The Villages Shuttle is great going to Orlando, since it is on a set schedule. The latest pickup from the airport to TV has been troublesome until now, since their last pickup was at 9:30 p.m. It's great that they've now extended their schedule. The Airport Van, aka Yellow Cab, was the alternative if your plane arrived at Orlando late in the evening. One time we flew in from Seattle and a couple boarded the Airport Van pleading to be dropped off first in Stonecrest because they'd had a long flight from Chicago. They didn't get their wish, but that's what can happen on the Airport Van. If your flights allow, The Villages Van is more predictable.

bestmickey 03-16-2012 11:28 PM
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Originally Posted by Happinow (Post 467698)
Anyone used either service? Is either one better? I want my daughter, who will be 7 months pregnant when she comes to visit us, to have a comfortable ride from the airport to LSL, so comfort is important to me.
I've only used The Villages Transportation (about 5 times, round trip). I find it comfortable, clean, and the drivers have been very friendly. I have a relative who picks me up/delivers me to Sumter Landing for the shuttle connection, so I don't need to rely on a taxi service. Not having used other services, I can't comment one way or another.

cappyjon431 03-16-2012 11:43 PM
I've used both. Villages Transportation was superior--the last time we used them we had four large suitcases each (we were moving here permanently from Panama) and the driver wouldn't let my wife or me lift a finger to load the luggage onto the van. Friendly driver, nice vehicle, and always on time.

I only used The Village Van once. They were OK, but I was annoyed that they were over an hour and a half late to pick us up. We had arrived on time from a very late flight (that is why we used them) and when we got downstairs they were not there. I called them and they said they were on the other side of the airport awaiting another incoming flight. They said they would be picking us up in 20 minutes. The other flight was delayed so they didn't pick us up for 90 minutes. The last thing I want to do when coming in from a late night flight is wait 90 minutes prior to the hour+ ride to TV. Aside from that, they were OK--driver was friendly, van was OK.

Happinow 03-17-2012 07:48 AM
The Villages Shuttle
 
Thanks for your comments. I think the Villages Shuttle will be best for us. Those taxi drivers leave a little bit to be desired. From my experience, not in the villages though, they drive like a bat out of heck and safety is important so The Villages Shuttle is my choice. We can pick them up at LSL.

rhredd1654 03-17-2012 08:47 AM
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Originally Posted by Barefoot (Post 467580)
The Villages Shuttle Service goes to the Shuttle Stations at LSL and SS. It runs on a set schedule. For an additional $5.00 a taxi can be provided to take you to/from your Villages home.

The Village Airport Van will pick up up at your home or deliver you to your home. It runs 24 hours a day, on request, not on a fixed schedule. Whether you are a resident or not.
Not good information. Free ride to/from LSL or SS in a different vehicle. Free for Village residents. No need to pay for taxi.

Bexter 03-17-2012 09:02 AM
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Originally Posted by rhredd1654 (Post 467882)
Not good information. Free ride to/from LSL or SS in a different vehicle. Free for Village residents. No need to pay for taxi.
Hate to tell you.......not free for residents. We just called to book a trip. There is a $5.00 fee for residents for the taxi ride.

rhredd1654 03-18-2012 07:23 AM
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Originally Posted by Bexter (Post 467889)
Hate to tell you.......not free for residents. We just called to book a trip. There is a $5.00 fee for residents for the taxi ride.
My bad. It's been almost a year since I used the service. It was free then.:oops:

Barefoot 03-18-2012 02:14 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Barefoot (Post 467580)
The Villages Shuttle Service goes to the Shuttle Stations at LSL and SS. It runs on a set schedule. For an additional $5.00 a taxi can be provided to take you to/from your Villages home.
Quote:
Originally Posted by rhredd1654 (Post 467882)
Not good information. Free ride to/from LSL or SS in a different vehicle. Free for Village residents. No need to pay for taxi.
Quote:
Originally Posted by Bexter (Post 467889)
Hate to tell you.......not free for residents. We just called to book a trip. There is a $5.00 fee for residents for the taxi ride.
rsredd1654....

I posted that a taxi ride will cost $5.00. I had called the Villages Shuttle Service to verify that information before I posted it.

You referenced my post and said "not good information".

Then Bexter posted to confirm that a taxi ride will cost $5.00

In future, before you correct members who have posted, I suggest that you get your facts straight and make sure your information is current and correct.

red tail 03-18-2012 02:53 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Barefoot (Post 468255)
rsredd1654....

I posted that a taxi ride will cost $5.00. I had called the Villages Shuttle Service to verify that information before I posted it.

You referenced my post and said "not good information".

Then Bexter posted to confirm that a taxi ride will cost $5.00

In future, before you correct members who have posted, I suggest that you get your facts straight and make sure your information is current and correct.
ive used the service and it was not a taxi ride at all. the bus just stopped at my door before going to the terminal.

Barefoot 03-18-2012 05:00 PM
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Originally Posted by red tail (Post 468273)
ive used the service and it was not a taxi ride at all. the bus just stopped at my door before going to the terminal.
Perhaps it depends on where in The Villages you live. Free delivery is an even better deal than a $5 taxi ride!

red tail 03-18-2012 05:19 PM
you misunderstood, i paid 5$ for the home delivery. and it was the bus taking me home on the way to the terminal. it was late and i dont know if thats the way it always works or not.

nitehawk 03-18-2012 06:17 PM
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Originally Posted by swimdawg (Post 467460)
I wish....I wish....I wish...... for indoor pools :) and then.....
for The Villages Shuttle to take you home....without having to transfer from the shuttle to taxi....and visa versa.
Keep on wishing

Quote:
Originally Posted by Jim 9922 (Post 467591)
As long as I am the the first to be dropped off. Getting carted all over the Villages to drop off people is a real waste of time and not my cup of tea.:loco:
Me-Me-Me -- Me First :cryin2::cryin2:

Quote:
Originally Posted by Carla B (Post 467789)
The Villages Shuttle is great going to Orlando, since it is on a set schedule. The latest pickup from the airport to TV has been troublesome until now, since their last pickup was at 9:30 p.m. It's great that they've now extended their schedule. The Airport Van, aka Yellow Cab, was the alternative if your plane arrived at Orlando late in the evening. One time we flew in from Seattle and a couple boarded the Airport Van pleading to be dropped off first in Stonecrest because they'd had a long flight from Chicago. They didn't get their wish, but that's what can happen on the Airport Van. If your flights allow, The Villages Van is more predictable.
Me-Me-Me Me First --- That is why i take the Airport Van -- Way to go Airport Van

Quote:
Originally Posted by cappyjon431 (Post 467805)
I've used both. Villages Transportation was superior--the last time we used them we had four large suitcases each (we were moving here permanently from Panama) and the driver wouldn't let my wife or me lift a finger to load the luggage onto the van. Friendly driver, nice vehicle, and always on time.

I only used The Village Van once. They were OK, but I was annoyed that they were over an hour and a half late to pick us up. We had arrived on time from a very late flight (that is why we used them) and when we got downstairs they were not there. I called them and they said they were on the other side of the airport awaiting another incoming flight. They said they would be picking us up in 20 minutes. The other flight was delayed so they didn't pick us up for 90 minutes. The last thing I want to do when coming in from a late night flight is wait 90 minutes prior to the hour+ ride to TV. Aside from that, they were OK--driver was friendly, van was OK.
Lessons learned --- dont take night flights --arrange for your own limo hopefully they will pick you up on time -- hope "YOUR" future flights are all on time !!
Quote:
Originally Posted by Barefoot (Post 468255)
rsredd1654....

I posted that a taxi ride will cost $5.00. I had called the Villages Shuttle Service to verify that information before I posted it.

You referenced my post and said "not good information".

Then Bexter posted to confirm that a taxi ride will cost $5.00

In future, before you correct members who have posted, I suggest that you get your facts straight and make sure your information is current and correct.

:BigApplause::BigApplause:

red tail 03-18-2012 06:29 PM
whats the kindergarten applause for? im confused!

daca55 03-18-2012 07:51 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Happinow (Post 467698)
Anyone used either service? Is either one better? I want my daughter, who will be 7 months pregnant when she comes to visit us, to have a comfortable ride from the airport to LSL, so comfort is important to me.
I have used the shuttle several times and I think it is the best. For $5 more they will drop you off at your residence and they will also pick you up there if you are going to airport. My daughter is also coming to TV in April and I am making a reservation on the shuttle. :smiley:

CFrance 03-18-2012 10:14 PM
shuttle/van/??
 
Can somebody please clarify what exactly these different entities are called? They have been referred to quite differently in several posts, and I'm now confused as to which is which and which one everyone seems to be in favor of. I might need to use one soon. Thanks for any help.

Barefoot 03-19-2012 12:32 AM
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Originally Posted by CFrance (Post 468422)
Can somebody please clarify what exactly these different entities are called? They have been referred to quite differently in several posts, and I'm now confused as to which is which and which one everyone seems to be in favor of. I might need to use one soon. Thanks for any help.
Quote:
Originally Posted by Barefoot (Post 467580)
The Villages Shuttle Service goes to the Shuttle Stations at LSL and SS. It runs on a set schedule. For an additional $5.00 a taxi can be provided to take you to/from your Villages home. The Villages Shuttle Service is a nice way to greet visitors in your golf cart and then take them on a little tour of the Town Square.

The Village Airport Van will pick up up at your home or deliver you to your home. We used it often as when FIreboy was commuting, he would often arrive on the red-eye flight. The Village Airport Van runs 24 hours a day, on request, not on a fixed schedule. Whether you are a resident or not. However this is a VAN, not a TAXI. They would like to fill up a few seats before they make a run, and that takes longer to do in the middle of the night. So you may have to wait for a while as planes come in during the night. To use this service during the night, you will need patience. But it is much cheaper than a limo if you're travelling alone, unless there are a bunch of friends travelling together.
In my humble opinion, of course. :girlneener:

English Ivy 03-19-2012 08:25 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by CFrance (Post 468422)
Can somebody please clarify what exactly these different entities are called? They have been referred to quite differently in several posts, and I'm now confused as to which is which and which one everyone seems to be in favor of. I might need to use one soon. Thanks for any help.
In addition to Barefoot's descriptions above, here are the website links for them.

The Villages Transportation — Orlando International Airport Shuttle Service this is the one that picks up and drops off at the two squares

Village Airport Van this is the one that picks up and drops off at your home

CFrance 03-20-2012 08:24 PM
shuttles
 
Thanks, Bare and English Ivy, for the explanation. Appreciate it.

graciegirl 03-20-2012 09:07 PM
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mrdarcy 03-20-2012 09:32 PM
I've used both services
 
The Villages Shuttle (the one that picks up and drops of at the town squares) is more comfortable. The shuttles have rows of 2 generous seats on either side of a center aisle. Very roomy. More like a mini-motor coach. The other service, Villlage Airpot Van (aka Yellow van--for yellow stripe on the side) uses multi-passenger vans in which people have to kind of crawl over each other to get into and out of the rear seats.

nitehawk 03-21-2012 05:56 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Happinow (Post 467856)
Thanks for your comments. I think the Villages Shuttle will be best for us. Those taxi drivers leave a little bit to be desired. From my experience, not in the villages though, they drive like a bat out of heck and safety is important so The Villages Shuttle is my choice. We can pick them up at LSL.
Quote:
Originally Posted by Dutchgirl (Post 469228)
You can drive to the airport and get her.
Excellent suggestion - Dutchgirl

Happinow 03-21-2012 06:18 PM
me no travel
 
I'm not a traveler, especially on the highways to MCO. The shuttle will be best for all of us. Thanks for all of your input! The Villages Shuttle it is!

CarGuys 03-21-2012 10:30 PM
Thanks
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by bestmickey (Post 467210)
The Villages Transportation shuttle service has a new schedule effective April 1, 2012, with added runs to/from Orlando Airport. There are now some late runs. :MOJE_whot: To view new schedule, go to link below. If link doesn't work, cut/paste it into your browser.

The Villages Transportation ? Orlando International Airport Shuttle Service
Thank you for the information and the link. It worked!


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