Did you know you can visit the world’s largest butterfly park during your next vacation to South Florida? Home to more than 20,000 live butterflies, Butterfly World brings a little slice of the tropics to Coconut Creek, a town just 30 minutes from downtown Fort Lauderdale. i It’s one of the most…
Read More
Greater Fort Lauderdale is known for the Everglades, but tucked just west of Fort Lauderdale in Davie is one of the destination’s oldest botanical gardens. Flamingo Gardens got its start in 1927 as a commercial citrus orchard called Flamingo Groves, and nearly a century later, it has evolved into a…
Read More
Finding the perfect Father's Day gift isn't always easy, especially for the dad who insists he doesn't need anything. This year, skip the gift card and spend the day making memories instead. In Greater Fort Lauderdale, that could mean lingering over brunch by the water, challenging Dad to a friendly…
Read More
Between shopping, riverfront dining, and downtown sightseeing, Huizenga Park is now a destination worth building into your itinerary when visiting Greater Fort Lauderdale. Just steps from Las Olas Boulevard and along the New River, the reimagined 3.6-acre park blends shaded green space, public art…
Read More
Greater Fort Lauderdale is growing, with new residents and a flurry of visitors coming to enjoy the year-round summer weather. Thankfully, there’s no shortage of green space to enjoy the great outdoors. From beaches to the Everglades, horse stables to stargazing — Greater Fort Lauderdale’s parks…
Read More
It’s a new year, which means new fitness goals to crush and new rituals to make part of your lifestyle in 2025. The good news? You can maintain your healthy routines even while vacationing in Greater Fort Lauderdale. With many options for workouts, nutritious dining, and outdoor activities, discover…
Read More
Before you start researching far-flung destinations across the world to add to your travel wish list, look closer to home with Greater Fort Lauderdale. This South Florida hotspot is famous for its 24 miles of beaches, distinct neighborhoods, arts and culture scene, and lively events—not to mention…
Read More
Affectionately called the “River of Grass” by author and environmentalist Marjory Stoneman Douglas, the Everglades is one of Greater Fort Lauderdale’s most precious natural landscapes. The swamp makes up 1.5 million acres of the Sunshine State and is separated into multiple parks, including…
Read More
Get up-close-and-personal with some of your favorite wildlife during your next visit to Greater Fort Lauderdale. From the Atlantic Ocean to the Everglades, Greater Fort Lauderdale abounds with an array of creatures who call South Florida home. Whether you’re traveling with kids or you’re an animal…
Read More
Whether you’re looking for new scenery as you work remotely, enriching experiences for your kids after virtual learning hours, or trying to balance work and family life, Greater Fort Lauderdale is the perfect place to hit the restart button and refresh. From the beaches to the arts, nature parks to…
Read More
