Captain's Blog

April 29, 2008
Thank you to the folks who've emailed me regarding the question posed about a local bus (see below). So far the feedback has been positive. Keep the emails coming.

April
26, 2008

Hello Travelers:

Fuel costs are still rising! $4.00 a gallon by the Summertime?

Attention cruise passengers living in Sarasota and Manatee counties.

Dear Neighbor and Fellow Passenger:

The crew at Shipdetective wants to buy a bus or limo and offer  transport services to and from the Port of Tampa and Port Canaveral. They say we should do our part to conserve energy and ease highway congestion.

In addition to doing our part to help drive gas prices down, the crew thinks "fun" should be part of the mix. Like offering beverages, snacks, and entertainment onboard. You know, a more comfortable ride - not like that other bus service that stops at the local fast-food restaurant to pick you up, and then won't let you eat or drink onboard. 

I appreciate the idea of having a ride that offers a more relaxed atmosphere. I envision a Shipdetective "party bus" painted in psychedelic colors cruising down I-4 with happy travelers. Just wondering if my fellow passengers in the Sarasota area agree. If so, send me an email and vote yes to the party bus.

- The Captain

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