Cape Canaveral: Tips

Navigating Disney To avoid lines, get there early and obtain a free “fastpass” at the gate, which lets you avoid attraction queues. (Pssst: Florida residents and AAA members get park discounts.) Take the "Beachline" toll road for the fastest route from teh theme parks to hte beach.

Rent-a-Car You’ll want one to explore the surrounding area. Alamo, Avis, Budget, and National all have offices at MCO.

Free Parking If you’re planning on taking a cruise, spend the night at a hotel before you leave and after you return and you’ll be able to park your car there for free. Otherwise, the port charges $12/night for parking.

Cruising Scot-Free Use gaming as an excuse to snap up a free cruise – Sun Cruz runs twice-daily trips out of Port Canaveral. As long as you’re playing (slots, poker, craps) everything is free: the ride, the parking, even the drinks.