Fort Lauderdale - Florida - United States. Guide & Hotel Reservations from Cheap Hotels
Centrally positioned between Palm Beach and Miami on the southeast coast of the state of Florida, the city of Fort Lauderdale is not only the largest city in Broward County but also one of the largest in the entire state. It is often referred to as the "Venice of America" due to the many grand, scenic rivers and waterways in the city. The splendor of the abundance of waterways combined with the magnificence of the Atlantic Ocean make Fort Lauderdale a truly fantastic picturesque city and an excellent place to partake in some water recreational activities.
As mentioned, the plethora of waterways and the ocean provide the perfect setting for recreational activities such as water skiing, swimming, sailing and an endless amount of others. The city is also in possession of a profusion of wonderful parks. Visitors to these parks can enjoy basketball courts, tennis courts, swimming pools, having picnics at one of the many picnic tables, walking trails and a countless amount of other leisure activities. Tourists can also take advantage of the beach area and just relax in the sand and work on their tan.
Entrepreneurs can take advantage of the economic opportunities in the city also. The city has quickly blossomed into one of the finest places around to start a new business as a desirable economic landscape and an expanding business sector. Fort Lauderdale was once known strictly as a tourism-based city but with the establishment of a number of industries, the city has developed into a place worthy of supporting a wide range of industrial activities.
The city has a large number of luxury hotels to choose from for the vacation of your dreams. However, if you are on a budget, you can choose from many hotels and motels and bed and breakfast establishments. For an extended stay, you can rent a home from TownePlace Suites.
Enjoy international cuisine or stick to what you know best while you are in Fort Lauderdale. There are Italian, Chinese, Mediterranean and American foods on the menu as well as the franchise take out locations where you can pick up a sandwich or a burger.
Fort Lauderdale Travel Tips from Oliver Prigent and other guests