Ft. Lauderdale, Florida Vacation Packages

Surf, Sun and Fun in Ft. Lauderdale

If you like sea breezes and sun-kissed beaches, then Ft. Lauderdale is the place for you. There's a little bit of everything here, from great water sports, to cultural attractions, to outstanding shopping and dining. You get to enjoy it all in South Florida's tropical climate.

For traditional Ft. Lauderdale fun, take a stroll, jog or skate down the palm tree- lined beachfront promenade. Water sports enthusiasts will enjoy jet skiing or fishing in the surf. Back on land, golf and tennis are two popular Ft. Lauderdale pastimes.

If you're into the arts, the Riverwalk Arts & Entertainment District is sure to catch your fancy. It incorporates everything from theater to dance in one culture-filled area. It has got great shopping too. For another amazing shopping experience Sawgrass Mills features nearly 350 name-brand stores, outlets, restaurants and cinemas.

Museums are also an important part of Ft. Lauderdale. From those highlighting the history of the Seminole tribe to the International Fishing Hall of Fame and Museum, there's something for everyone. Kids will love the hands-on exhibits at the Museum of Discovery & Science and AutoNation IMAXT Theater.

Lady Luck is waiting if you want to gamble in Ft. Lauderdale. You can always pick a horse to win, place or show at Gulfstream Park Racing & Casino in nearby Hallandale. At Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood you can enjoy more than 2,000 of your favorite gaming machines.

Things to Do In Ft. Lauderdale

• Beach - Do some beachcombing on 23 miles of golden Ft. Lauderdale beaches.
• Casino Gambling - Enjoy more than 2,000 gaming machines at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino.
• Catamaran Charter - Enjoy a champagne sunset cruise or a seafaring day trip. Trips start at $30 for adults.
• Museum of Discovery & Science and AutoNation IMAXT Theater - Learn while you have fun with hundreds of interactive science exhibits.
• Riverwalk Arts & Entertainment District - World-class shopping, dining, theater, music and dance can be found in this culture-filled area.
• Sawgrass Mills - Florida's largest retail and entertainment center features 350 name-brand stores, outlets, restaurants and cinemas.
• Scuba Diving - Ft. Lauderdale is home to many artificial reefs that you can explore underwater.
• Thoroughbred Racing - Place your bet on your favorite horse at Gulfstream Park.
• Trolley Tours - Enjoy a two-hour narrated tour of Ft. Lauderdale.
• Water Taxi/Water Bus - Float down the Intracoastal Waterway and be awed by the yachts and lovely homes.