New Partnership with KultureCity Expands Accessible Experiences Across Six Broward County Beach Communities
GREATER FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (August 3, 2026) – Visit Lauderdale today announced that Greater Fort Lauderdale has become the world’s first KultureCity-certified sensory accessible and inclusive beach destination. Through Visit Lauderdale’s Beaches for All campaign, six Broward County beach communities now offer sensory resources that help ensure residents and visitors of all abilities can enjoy Greater Fort Lauderdale’s golden sand beaches and vibrant outdoor lifestyle.
The milestone marks a collaboration between Visit Lauderdale and KultureCity, the nation’s leading nonprofit focused on sensory accessibility and acceptance, and participating beach communities including Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood Beach, Pompano Beach, Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, Dania Beach and Hallandale Beach.
Research shows that 1 in 4 individuals have a disability, whether cognitive, physical, sensory, neurological, visible or invisible, reinforcing the need for greater awareness, accessibility and inclusion in public spaces. Through this first-of-its-kind destination-wide initiative, participating beaches now offer research-based tools designed to create a more welcoming and comfortable experience for guests with sensory sensitives.
"Greater Fort Lauderdale has always been a destination where everyone belongs, and this initiative is another meaningful step in ensuring our beaches reflect that commitment," said Stacy Ritter, president and CEO of Visit Lauderdale. "By working alongside KultureCity and our beach communities, we're proud to become KultureCity’s first destination with sensory-friendly beaches, creating experiences where every resident and visitor can enjoy our coastline with greater comfort, confidence and peace of mind."
Participating beaches now have sensory bags, co-branded by KultureCity, Visit Lauderdale and the respective beach community. Available at designated lifeguard stations, the bags include noise-canceling headphones, fidget tools, verbal cue cards, feeling thermometer cards, and strobe-reduction sunglasses.
Weighted lap pads are also available, along with sensory-friendly signage, designated calm spaces, identifiable lanyards and accessible beach equipment, including beach wheelchairs.
Visitors will also have access to a dedicated Social Story for each participating beach through the free KultureCity App and website. These guides allow guests to preview their beach experience before arrival, including what to expect, where to access sensory resources and key locations to help them plan a comfortable visit.
To achieve the certification, more than 170 lifeguards across the participating beaches have completed specialized sensory-awareness training focused on understanding sensory processing, effective communication strategies and best practices for assisting guests experiencing sensory overload in a beach environment. Hallandale Beach has also expanded the program by providing similar training for staff at its sensory-friendly pools.
For more information about the new partnership with KultureCity and to learn more Greater Fort Lauderdale’s accessibility, visit https://www.visitlauderdale.com/accessibility/.
About Greater Fort Lauderdale
With 24 miles of golden sand beaches and 300+ miles of navigable waterways, Greater Fort Lauderdale is known as the Venice of America and the Yachting Capital of the World. The area boasts an average year-round temperature of 77˚F, has 3,000+ hours of annual sunshine, and is home to 31 unique municipalities, including eight distinct beach communities. Residents hailing from 170 countries, speaking 147 languages, call this destination home. And there’s good reasons, including the area’s unwavering commitment to accessibility and inclusion. Upon arrival at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), a five-minute drive will get you to the beach, Port Everglades, the newly expanded Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward County Convention Center, and a bustling downtown.
Experience 4,000+ eateries, a thriving arts and culture scene, craft breweries, stunning rooftop bars, fishing, diving, and the unmatched beauty of the Florida Everglades. From world-class shopping, to boating, yachts and superyachts all moored at the area’s many marinas, it’s no wonder Greater Fort Lauderdale is one of the most desirable places to stay, work and play. The destination has more than 38,000 unique lodging accommodations at a variety of hotels, luxury spa resorts, and beautifully appointed, boutique properties, all reflecting the area’s cosmopolitan vibe. Find inspiration for your next trip at visitlauderdale.com and follow @VisitLauderdale on Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
About Visit Lauderdale
Visit Lauderdale is the official destination marketing organization for Greater Fort Lauderdale and serves as the tourism department for Broward County, Florida. Visit Lauderdale promotes the area’s 31 municipalities to a global audience of leisure and business travelers and books conventions into the Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward County Convention Center and area hotels and resorts. Find more information at visitlauderdale.com and follow @VisitLauderdale on Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.