A private cruise transfer to or from Port of Miami and The Pineapple at Tropical Paradise Resort runs about 147.6 miles in 164–174 minutes via I-595, at a flat rate from $350 per vehicle — a dedicated SUV with a bilingual chauffeur, luggage help, and pickup right at your ship’s own terminal.
These are one-way, per-vehicle rates for transfers to or from Port of Miami; the price you book is the price you pay.
The most reliable option is a pre-booked private transfer: a dedicated SUV assigned to your group, timed to your ship’s arrival, staged at the terminal when you walk off.
The chauffeur loads the bags at the terminal curb and takes I-595, so the roughly 147.6 miles to The Pineapple at Tropical Paradise Resort is a single, direct leg.
On a run this long the difference between a packed shuttle and your own vehicle is the whole day: you set the departure, the pace, and the playlist.
If your itinerary includes MIA or FLL, ask for the airport leg when you message us: same vehicles, same flat pricing, one coordinated plan for the day.
Staying at The Pineapple at Tropical Paradise Resort puts the shoreline steps away — plenty of guests trade the ship’s pool for real sand the same afternoon they disembark.
The booking terms fit on one hand — deposit, balance, refund window, done.
The fare includes complimentary waiting:
The flat rate is honest because its edges are clear — these are not included:
Count on roughly 164–174 minutes terminal to door, light traffic to heavy.
Disembarkation mornings stack up fast at the terminal exits; your driver is staged before you clear the hall, so the wait is theirs, not yours, and I-595 does the rest.
It feels closer to riding with friends than hailing a car — a higher level of service, personal and organized, with the vehicle reserved for your group alone.
Ships rarely clear all passengers at one exact minute, so the pickup is planned around your ship’s arrival with the included 30-minute wait absorbing customs and the luggage hall — you walk out, the vehicle is there, and The Pineapple at Tropical Paradise Resort is next.
Estero Island keeps it barefoot — wide sand, the Times Square pier district, and dolphin-filled passes at either end.
Child safety seats are part of the service:
Roughly 164 to 174 minutes terminal to door, depending on traffic and the hour.
Yes — the same flat one-way rate covers the reverse leg. Book both directions together and each pickup is planned around your ship’s schedule.
Plan on one checked bag plus a carry-on per passenger in the SUV; the vans carry proportionally more. Message us about oversized items and we confirm the right vehicle.
Yes — book both legs together (each priced at the flat one-way rate) and the return pickup is scheduled for your sailing date.
For dawn embarkations or late-night returns, a modest after-hours amount applies:
Disembarkation mornings are exactly when app prices spike: thousands of passengers request cars at once and an Uber or Lyft fare can multiply at the terminal curb. A reserved transfer to The Pineapple at Tropical Paradise Resort is priced before any of that happens, and it cannot move.
After a week at sea, certainty beats convenience-on-demand: the reservation carries a built-in wait window, luggage help at the curb, and a driver who has run these terminals hundreds of times.
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Send the date, group size, and your ship and we confirm the vehicle to The Pineapple at Tropical Paradise Resort with the pickup staged around your arrival.
Written messages reach us fastest; while driving we cannot always take calls, but WhatsApp and SMS get quick replies.
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Booking a minimum of 24 hours out is our advice. During holidays and busy weekends, reserving early helps guarantee you get a spot.
Absolutely, we take reservations from anywhere on the globe. International payments are welcome, and we keep travelers in the loop through WhatsApp and email.
No. We handle advance reservations only. Booking at least four hours ahead is recommended; same-day rides depend on availability and can’t be promised.
Yes. To lock in your booking, we request a 50% down payment for reservations below $199 USD and 30% for reservations of $200 USD or higher.
No. To hold and guarantee the vehicle, a 50% deposit must be sent through our payment link or via Zelle. Whatever’s left can be paid in cash once the driver shows up.
No. Beyond the airport, we also cover hotels, ports, train stations, restaurants, and private residences.
We run XL SUVs for smaller parties, vans seating 12 and 14, and full-size buses holding 40 to 54 passengers — perfect for large gatherings.
Yes. We handle weddings, corporate conferences, VIP functions, and other special events. Get in touch for a personalized quote.
A number of vehicles in our fleet come with Wi-Fi and USB ports. Tell us ahead of time if it’s a must-have, and we’ll assign a vehicle that fits your needs.
No. We only do private transfers. The vehicle is set aside just for you and your party, with no shared seating whatsoever.
Not an issue. We follow your flight live and shift the pickup time as needed, with no added cost.
Pass along the updated details as soon as you can, and we’ll revise your booking while keeping an eye on the new flight status.
Curbside pickup is our main approach. Just message us your exit gate and the driver will roll up within minutes — typically quicker than the classic sign-holding option.
Should you rather have the driver wait in the terminal holding a sign with your name, we can set that up too for $20
The day before your ride, we’ll message you the driver’s name, the vehicle model, and its license plate, plus step-by-step curbside pickup directions.
No need to stress. We’ll message you the moment your flight touches down. If we don’t hear back quickly, the driver will automatically make his way to the international arrivals hall. Wait there and we’ll locate you; we never leave anyone stranded.
On domestic flights, we allow up to 60 minutes of waiting after arrival.
On international flights, the courtesy window stretches to 120 minutes.
For hotel pickups, there’s a 15-minute grace window.
For port pickups, we hold up to 60 minutes beyond the scheduled time.
This is uncommon, given that two complimentary hours of waiting are already built in. If you remain inside the airport past that point, the ride can be treated as a no-show. You may also ask for more waiting time, priced at US$ 30 for every additional 30-minute block, paid in cash straight to the driver.
Yes. Our drivers give a hand loading and unloading your luggage.
The standard limit is one large suitcase plus one carry-on for each traveler.
Bringing bulkier or extra items — additional suitcases, musical instruments, mobility gear, or strollers? Let us know beforehand so we can set aside the room. There may be an extra fee.
Yes. Small pets are welcome, provided they remain in a secure carrier. Please give us a heads-up in advance.
Yes. One free child car seat comes with the ride for kids under five. Need an additional seat? Request it ahead of time; it runs US$ 15.
We’d appreciate it if you didn’t eat while traveling. Only water in sealed bottles may be brought on board.
Unplanned stops aren’t part of the base fare. That said, if a short, nearby stop is set up in advance, we’ll do our best to work it in. A modest charge may apply depending on the extra time.
Yes. Give us a minimum of 24 hours’ notice and, subject to availability, we’ll move your pickup time.
No. The price we quote is what you pay — nothing hidden. A driver tip is optional and entirely up to you; it’s always appreciated.
Car was a little warm at first!
Não viram minha primeira mensagem na hora, mas a viagem em si foi tranquila!
Spot on. managed our oversized bags fine.
Una maravilla. pude descansar atrás, además el aire acondicionado estaba al punto justo tras el vuelo.
The driver missed our first message, but the driver was polite about it