Some Updates for Cape Liberty 411

Transportation options

Black Executive Cars- I have  used them several times…however, i am not sure if they're getting too big or if they're just swamped.  I have been happy with them, and others have....but some have not.....

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Independent Driver LLC 888-816-0973, ext 0

Other CCers have used -can't be booked more than about 4-6 weeks ahead, no website

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  www.trulimo.com - not necessarily the cheapest option

 have used in the past…also good option

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  973-622-5800 signature transportation - based at the EWR  Marriott...very helpful

If you need accessible vehicles:

www.twinlimo.com

they only handle people needing wheelchair accessible vehicles...very nice to deal with-also used in the past

HOTEL UPDATES - click the links for photos

The Sheraton is NOW a DOUBLETREE by Hilton.  took a tour, and it wasn't bad., and the parking lot seems safe, even though this hotel is near the Ramada.

Doubletree EWR Hotel

Hotel Site - Doubletree EWR

The RAMADA might be a good budget option, but honestly I was not impressed and I thought the place smelled bad (stale food) and was really beaten up...and I am not sure I would park here.

Ramada EWR

Hotel Site - Ramada EWR

My choice for a budget selection would be the Holiday Inn EWR as when I toured, it was in better shape with large rooms.  Parking lot seems safe as well.

Holiday Inn EWR

Hotel Site - Holiday Inn EWR

A hotel near Secaucus/Meadowlands that would be a good choice is the Sheraton Meadowlands.  

Sheraton Meadowlands

Hotel Site - Sheraton Meadowlands

I still prefer those hotels on Glimcher Realty Way....especially the Residence Inn, though I have no issue with the Country Inn nor the Courtyard.  Again, these hotels will be listed under ELIZABETH NJ and are near Jersey Gardens Mall, plus an iHOP and Ruby Tuesday (though that RT location is not all that great as Ruby Tuesdays go...)

I stayed at the Residence Inn prior to my last cruise on Explorer and was very happy.  As we were there mid week (Mon-Thurs usually) there was also an evening social hour with a meal...the night we were there was BBQ night, burgers, hot dogs, etc-no need to go out.....

Courtyard by Marriott Newark/Elizabeth

Residence Inn EWR/Elizabeth

Country Inn & Suites EWR/Elizabeth

If you're JUST taking the train to access NYC, etc, the Newark Penn Station Hilton is the only hotel in downtown Newark that we suggest.  It can be pricey but it's convenient.   I have not toured this hotel yet, nor have I stayed there, but I will try to see a room sometime.  They tend to sell out...

Newark Hilton Penn Station

That's all for now....more will come.......just wanted to get a quick update done...