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 See Florida's "front" doors |
500 East Las Olas Boulevard Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 United States +1 954 768 9920 http://www.carriebcruises.com/ |
A comfortable craft, this vessel is air-conditioned but has plenty of deck space for those who want to stroll around in the fresh air. A cruise aboard this sleek, elongated cruiser includes a tour around a part of town called Millionaire's Row, past massive yachts docked outside elaborate homes, and the region's busy port, jammed with huge cruise ships and Navy yachts. Food and beverages are offered from a full bar. Adults pay $14.95; children under 12 pay $8.95. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Watch the Baltimore Orioles |
5301 Northwest 12th Avenue Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309 United States +1 954 776 1921 |
If you're an avid baseball fan in general, or if you admire the Baltimore Orioles in particular; stop by this stadium in March, when it plays host to the Baltimore Orioles' spring training camp and exhibition games. Ticket prices are low for these pre-season games, and if you're lucky, you might catch a baseball and get it autographed by your favorite athlete. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A south Florida institution |
Bahia Mar Yachting Center Route A1A Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316 United States +1 954 462 5596 |
For more than 50 years, visitors have traveled on this stately riverboat. Tours sail past estates while an entertaining monologue by the captain points out the homes of the famous and the infamous. On three-hour day tours or four-hour dinner voyages you can sail to an island where you will dine amid tropical foliage. Evening cruises feature a dinner of barbecued ribs and shrimp, with a variety revue and sing-a-long cruising back. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A boulevard of note |
500 Las Olas Boulevard (from Himarshee Canal to Andrews Avenue) Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 United States |
On this chic boulevard in the heart of Fort Lauderdale, you will find boutiques, narrow alleyways, brick walkways, tiny white lights rimming windows and dozens of trendy restaurants. Among more than a hundred shopping and dining options, you will find homemade ice cream at a dessert cafe and a live jazz bar that is always packed. You'll also find hot Tommy Bahamas tropical clothing shop with an antique bicycle parked at the door, a shop specializing in stained glass lamps and another in needlework, stylish hairdressers, unique gift shops and a variety of art galleries. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cool Water Fun |
900 N Flamingo Rd C.B. Smith Park Fort Lauderdale, FL 33028 United States +1 954 437 2650 http://www.broward.org/parks/w... |
Climb through a water fortress, ride down slides and shoot water cannons in this kid-friendly alternative to the beach. This water playground features two pool areas (one for toddlers and one for kids 5 and up), each with water activities and its own fort. Two 350-foot water slides shoot riders down a hillside and a slow river carries water tube riders on a drifting course. Full-day visits are made easy with poolside lounge chairs, lockers and a grill and snack bar. Admission is $7 per person or $4 after 3p. Rates are scheduled to increase, so call to check. Children 1 and under are free. C.B. Smith Park entrance fee is $1 per person on weekends and holidays and free on weekdays. - Barbara Chaney Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Touring the Venice of America by water |
300 Southwest First Avenue (one block West of Andrews Avenue) Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 United States +1 954 463 3372 / +1 800 499 2248 |
You can see the city from cruises that depart from Las Olas Riverfront Marketplace, itself a waterside dining and shopping spot. These cruises chug by the city's most historic sites, mega-yachts and cruise ships, showy hotels, the city's International Swimming Hall of Fame and Marina. Tours are 90 minutes long, leaving every two hours on the half hour beginning at 10:30a. There is an evening cruise at 8:30p. It is wise to call ahead, however, as times may change seasonally. Departure is every two hours, call for seasonal changes. Review © 2007, Wcities |