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Ft. Lauderdale Area


Fort Lauderdale, Pompano Beach, Hollywood, Boca Raton

Florida's Gold Coast, the stretch of vacation paradise encompassed by Palm Beach and Broward counties, seems particularly blessed by nature. From the pristine sands of Jupiter in northern Palm Beach County to the up-tempo "Strip" in Fort Lauderdale, there are more than 60 miles of beautiful Atlantic shoreline. Boaters love the 300 miles of Intracoastal Waterway, as well as Fort Lauderdale's beautiful canals (Fort Lauderdale is, in fact, "The Venice of America"). And, just a few miles inland is the unspoiled majesty of the Everglades. Best of all, this section of Southeast Florida boasts more than 3,000 hours of annual sunshine with which to enjoy it all! Is it any wonder, then, that nearly 9 million tourists from around the globe visit the Gold Coast each year? Fort Lauderdale remains one of Florida's premier gathering spots for families. The expansive beaches feature great swimming and a perfect Gulf Stream water temperature (73 degrees).

Here is a sampling of the many things you can do in the Ft. Lauderdale Area:

FLORIDA MENU GUIDE - A compilation of dine in and takeout menus from a vast selection of restaurants in the Fort Lauderdale, Miami, and West Palm Beach Areas.

 
DOLPHIN WORLD

    Get in the water and Swim With the Dolphins! You'll have an experience you'll never forget when you actually get face-to-face with these intelligent sea mammals while swimming with them in a tropical lagoon! This is one of South Florida's most unusual attractions and surely not to be missed. Just imagine having a "one-to-one" with Flipper while in the water with him. That's exactly what it's like! Take pictures because your friends will never believe you!
BUTTERFLY WORLD
    Internationally known Butterfly World is one of South Florida's most special attractions, featuring thousands of vibrant "flying flowers" fluttering in their natural habitat. You will marvel at these tiny living natural works of art as you stroll through acres of gardens and an indoor rainforest complete with waterfalls and an enormous aviary full of tropical birds!
EVERGLADES AIRBOAT TOURS
    The hidden secrets of nature's own will surround you and stir your curiosity as you explore a forest of unspoiled wonders here at world-famous Everglades Holiday Park. You'll glide over a sea of grass in an airboat, meet the alligators, watch the beautiful egrets and other birds, as well as go fishing! This attraction is totally unique and truly a "must" when visiting the area. There are boat rentals and a campground too for the ultimate outdoor experience!
15TH STREET BOAT COMPANY
    Rent a brand new boat for your private use at 15th Street Boat Company, established to serve the discriminating boater searching for top quality, fully-equiped powerboats for short or long term use. You'll love the entire fleet, especially the new 2000 model Boston Whaler 26' Outrage with twin 225 HP engines! Now's your chance to pilot a fully equipped "fishing machine" to the Bahamas! Go for it!
BROWARDS CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
    Broward County's glittering Center for the Performing Arts presents a wide variety of performing arts. from Broadway musicals to Grammy-winning pop artists to the classic greats, the Broward Center offers something for everyone.
JUNGLE QUEEN RIVER BOAT TOURS
    For over 50 years, Fort Lauderdale, Florida's legendary Jungle Queen Bar-B-Que and Shrimp Dinner Cruise is known throughout the world, and it's more than 13 million guests over the years have enjoyed the fun-filled, relaxing evening.
GLASSBOTTOM BOAT TRIPS & CORAL REEF SNORKELING
    Explore Ft. Lauderdale's beautiful coral reefs aboard a 60ft glassbottom boat. See the splendor of the underwater world, while divers hand feed the colorful fish! Snorkeling is also available with the assistance of friendly staff, and full equipment is provided.
MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND DISCOVERY / IMAX THEATER
    More than 200 interactive exhibits, changing exhibitions from around the country and a variety of special programs; Also at the museum, the Blockbuster IMAX 3D Theater.
GRAVES MUSEUM OF ARCHAEOLOGY AND NATURAL HISTORY
    Discover the secrets of prehistoric Florida, remotest Africa and ancient Egypt. Explore the civilizations of the Mayas, Incas, Quimbaya and Moche. you'll see fascinating exhibits devoted to the Tequesta Indians of Southeast Florida, pre-Columbian ceramics, Middle Eastern antiquities and African tribal art, as well as marine archaeology and paleontology.

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