By Kara Franker Where did Lady Gaga stay when she visited Fort Lauderdale for her ARTPOP Tour? Why, the W, of course. A hidden playground of the stars, the W Hotel in Fort Lauderdale, sits on a seductive stretch of sand in the heart of all the action on North Fort Lauderdale Beach Boulevard…
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By Kara Franker Calling all Florida residents! Invite your friends and family down to visit South Florida this summer and show them how to live it up like a local. This summer season, Florida natives will have it easier than ever with great deals on luxury hotel packages, combined with offers…
Read MoreThe waters off Fort Lauderdale and the Keys hold many underwater ship wreck treasures for diving and snorkeling enthusiasts. By Greg Johnston The ocean was flat and calm this day, much like the day the steamer Copenhagen met her fate. I was awestruck as I descended through the blue haze, touching…
Read MoreBy Tim Leffel It’s a common lament from foreign travelers—especially Europeans—that it’s difficult to get around in most U.S. cities without your own car. In our automobile-centric country, there often aren’t many easy options for getting from A to B on public transportation. There are plenty of…
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By Terry Ward Oh, how much fun would it be if all cities had a Water Taxi like Fort Lauderdale! What better way is there to get to know a beautiful Florida place than by boat? When in Fort Lauderdale, leave your car at the hotel, and take a water taxi into the Intracoastal and New River instead…
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Greater Fort Lauderdale, with 23 miles of coastline, boasts eight distinct and stunning beaches, all with sun-kissed sands and clean, clear water. Here's how to experience them, and the amenities near to each…
Read MoreBy Philip Ward Fort Lauderdale loves tourists. And tourists – millions every year – apparently love the area. Dining? It's here. Shopping? In abundance. Fishing and boating? Another moniker for this city – with hundreds of miles of inland waterways in addition to the Atlantic Ocean – is the…
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JD Andrews I was very excited when VISIT FLORIDA asked me to share the beauty of the Sunshine State -- from my own back yard. So I put together what “My Perfect Day in the Greater Fort Lauderdale area” would be. I started, early, on Hollywood Beach. Anyone can enjoy a sunset but you have to work…
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By Kara Franker If you're looking for a great hotspot on the water in Fort Lauderdale, Shooters Waterfront offers spectacular views, a brand-new menu and a major redesign. With plenty of parking for boats, the restaurant has a new boat dock, plus three indoor and outdoor bars and a waterside…
Read MoreBY DALIA COLÓN, SPARK The Museum of Discovery and Science in Fort Lauderdale is a great way to make memories with your kids that you'll carry for the rest of your lives. This museum attracts more visitors than any in the state, and a special hands-on exhibit area is designed with seven-year-olds…
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