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Old 05-18-2009, 04:39 AM
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Hopefully, this post will not violate any rules (since I am offering to pay for my request). I made reservations for return to TV on a flight that gets in at MCO at 11:01 pm. The shuttle stops running at 9:30 pm. BIG WHOOPS!! I am looking for a night owl who is willing to pick me up (only carry on bag) and bring me back to The Villages. Will pay for gas, tolls, and the $35 I would have spent for the shuttle. Any takers, please pm me. Thanks - Jersey
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Old 05-18-2009, 07:33 AM
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Call Cliff 352-751-7698 he does this for $80.
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Old 05-18-2009, 08:39 AM
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Ask Cliff if he is insured as a livery operator. If he isn't, don't ride with him. You know why, I'm sure.
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Henry was caught in that situation and opted to stay at the airport hotel.

I am not there and I can't volunteer. I am sorry you are stuck.

I am getting a little funny anyhow about highway driving at night. If one more thing goes out on me!!!
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There are also drivers who will pick you up at the airport after hours using YOUR vehicle and YOUR gas. I've used them numerous times. They charge $45 including tolls.

If you need names, please PM me.
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You can rent a car from Hertz for approximately $50.00. They are open 24 hours in Orlando and return it to Spanish Springs (former sales center). This way you are covered by insurance in the event of an accident.
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Thanks everybody, really appreciate your input. I did find a ride. I had considered renting a car but, unfortunate for me, I have to be at work at 7 a.m. the next morning so I can't return it. Not good planning on my part. Will do better next time. Thanks again for the suggestions. Appreciate it.
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For future reference, you have 24 hours to return the car.
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Very good information! I will use this in the future. Maybe someone will come up with some better ideas as time goes on. $80 a ride is pretty greedy. Maybe TV can come up with soemthing in the future for people who come in very late at night OR someone can come up with a good alternative hotel nearby. You STILL have to come up with cab money to get to a hotel. Isn't there a hotel IN the airport? Maybe spendy huh?
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i have the same situation but i think i am going to park my car at an airport hotel as i will only be gone six days and the cost of the room is cheaper than parking (or at least i hope it will be!) they usually let one park for a week with one overnight stay...but they are not responsible for damage to your car...
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