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Jul 13
2009
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Reporter's Review from the Tampa Bay area of Florida who rode the DivaDuckPosted by: soyung on Jul 13, 2009 Tagged in: DivaDuck
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DivaDuck now offers a $20 fare for Florida Residents. Just show your Florida Issued Driver's License at the ticket booth and we will discount your Full Fare Adult ticket $5. This offer is good for reservations made by calling 561-844-4188 or if you wish to take your chances, just show up at our ticket booth located in CityPlace, West Palm Beach, Fl. at least 15 minutes prior to tour time. Offer is not available for on-line reservations.
Just recently, a reporter from the Tampa Bay area of Florida rode the DivaDuck and has posted his comments online. We have added his blog here for your enjoyment:
The following is Scott Fais' weekly blog detailing discoveries made while traveling through Florida and along the road of life.
Like airplanes, most ducks have wings. And most buses have wheels. While boats don't have either... until now (follow me here).
Cue up the "Diva Duck" in downtown West Palm Beach. Imagine a sightseeing tour bus that does a little off-roading, well... actually, a lot of off roading. We've done our fair share of going off-road with Florida on a Tankful during the past two years but nothing like this!
Folks climb aboard this blue tour bus, reminiscent of those in New York and London and get a look at the sights of West Palm. But it's quite a sight when the tour bus visits the public boat ramp and hits the water. That's right, the driver actually plows right into Florida's Intracoastal Waterway and doesn't look back. This bus transforms into a boat by just adding water. Located under the back bumper and between the rear tires is a propeller- just like those found on inboard boats. From pavement to liquid, the Duck motors along passing celebrity mansions, the stately homes of dignitaries and palaces belonging to the families of inventors. While you're gawking at the real estate, other boats on the water will be gawking at you. Folks are stunned to see the Duck spinning around. After all, this is a floating bus.
The driver uses his Ford steering wheel to tell the boat what direction to follow. Meantime, a knowledgeable guide spiels history, area lore, fun facts and acts as a radio DJ, spinning tunes right on cue.
When the time comes, most passengers' find their jaws wide with wonder as the boat floats up to the launch ramp and again becomes an earth crawling vehicle. The transition from boat back to four-wheeled bus is a smooth one.
In all, the experience lasts a little longer than an hour. Come prepared. There are no restrooms on board. Stop at the Panera Bread (like I did) just prior to boarding. The Diva Duck leaves from it's "dry dock" in downtown West Palm Beach's "CityPlace" shopping area. The outdoor, pedestrian friendly mall features several shops and places to eat in style. However, you'll need to leave your car in the parking garages on site. We taped this story in about a span of 2 hours, 30 minutes. Our parking garage fee was $3.00.
A trip on the Diva Duck is perfect for those who love racing, gear heads or inventors. Those into large homes or seeing how the upper 1% of the population lives will enjoy it too. The waterfront homes are amazing.
Until Next Week, Safe Travels!
-SCOTT




