Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States
Fort Lauderdale of today is a destination that will keep the well-traveled with a discriminating taste satisfied. The year-round mild temperatures make the sandy beaches an ideal relaxing spot during the daytime. At night, however, the long boulevard turns into a vibrant party mile with clubs, bars and pubs as far as the eye can see. With some of the best restaurants, shops and boutique hotels in the state, this city is a hip explorer's paradise.
Population:
180,000
Currency:
US Dollar, 1 USD = 100 cents
Emergency Numbers:
911
Opening Hours:
Newspapers:
www.sun-sentinel.com
www.ftlauderdalenews.net
www.justnews.com
The City
Besides its former reputation as a Spring Break hotspot, today’s Ft. Lauderdale is an affluent international business center. Moreover, it is well-known for its boat manufacturing and leisure time industry, which have earned it the nickname “Venice of America”.
Whether you like to relax in luxury spas, or rather go second hand shopping on big flea markets, the place has offers for every one and every pocket. Moreover, Fort Lauderdale hosts one of the world’s largest Drive-In cinemas for the perfect retro experience on screen.
Centrally located between Miami and Palm Beach, Ft. Lauderdale was originally named after Major Lauderdale, as were the three forts in the city. While none of these forts exist today, the place is now a desirable location for new or relocating businesses. It supports a diverse range of industries, such as film and television production, finance, marine, manufacturing, aerospace, insurance and real estate.
Riverwalk, the foundation of the city’s art and historic district, features the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, Museum of Art and Old Fort Lauderdale Village and Museum, and Museum of Science and Discovery.
Do & See
There are many options for the adventure seeker as well as the relaxed traveler. With museums, historical mansions and architecture, and even alligator-spotting swamp rides, all types of visitors will be entertained.
Dining
Some of the finest Florida dining is in this area of the state, where seafood meets creativity and fusion possibilities are endless.
Cafes
For either lingering over coffee and a scone or grabbing a quick sandwich on a busy day of sightseeing, these cafés could fill every afternoon of your trip.
Payments accepted include American Express, Diner's Club International, Maestro, MasterCard, Visa, Visa Electron and PayPal.
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