The tropical climate makes for great strolls under the sun as you explore all that Fort Lauderdale has to offer, such as the renowned Las Olas Boulevard shops and the charming gondola rides through the canals. Vacation rentals range from spacious houses that can fit the whole family to high-rise condos with stunning ocean views. You'll find them close to the brick-paved path of the beachfront promenade, where activities such as boating, snorkelling, and windsurfing are available. In addition to providing a resort lifestyle, the city is known for events hosted throughout its many arts centres and concert venues.
Fort Lauderdale was a major US base during World War II, with a Coast Guard base established in Port Everglades. In contrast, these days it's a yachting capital and one of the most visited destinations of the USA. The city has several historical houses that add depth and character to the area, providing a glimpses into the lifestyles of previous generations. The Bonnet House, for example, is the oldest standing structure in Broward County, open for tours that showcase the preserved wealthy estate. The oldest neighbourhood lies within the Sailboat Bend Historic District close to Downtown, where you'll find smaller, Mediterranean Revival style houses.
Getting around Fort Lauderdale without your own set of wheels isn't a problem because the Sun Trolly buses use a wave and ride system, allowing you to flag them down anywhere along their route and catch an inexpensive ride. The bus routes cover the beaches, Downtown, and several neighbourhoods. The water taxi isn't the cheapest mode of transit, but it is the most stylish. It goes from 32nd Street to Crowne Plaza Hollywood Beach, with stops around Downtown areas in between. If you're looking for a more direct approach, you can hire ride-sharing services or make use of the local taxis.
Trendy steakhouses, elegant wine bars, and romantic waterfront restaurants are some of the highlights in Fort Lauderdale's culinary scene. Being right next to the Atlantic Ocean brings in exquisite local catch, allowing restaurants to cook fresh, melt-in-your-mouth seafood. Comfort food such as BBQ ribs and open-faced breakfast sandwiches are also popular in the area, providing classic Southern flavours. There's a multitude of dessert bars with countless ice cream flavours, as well as bakeries where decadent cakes can be bought by the slice or as a whole, if you feel like taking some back with you to your vacation rental.
Fort Lauderdale has an estimated population of 179,000 residents over its 90 sq km landmass. It sits 46 km north of Miami on the eastern coastline. English is the spoken language but Spanish is also widely used because of the large Hispanic and Latino communities. A 20% tip is expected when being served in restaurants, or a dollar per drink in bars if you're over 21. You can bring a personal water bottle as water from the tap is free and safe to drink. Due to its location, Fort Lauderdale's hazards mainly involve natural disasters. You can call 911 should you need any emergency assistance.
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