Dubbed the Venice of America with its waterways and intricate canals, Fort Lauderdale is something a bit different. If you're craving sunshine and beaches, there are 8 glorious beach villages to choose from, each with their own vibe.

Visitors have an abundance of restaurants and bars to choose from, the Fort Lauderdale food scene just made the 2025 Florida Michelin Guide, with over 4,000 dining sports, from dock-and-dine gems, to beachside bites, the city knows how to serve up.

As well as great shopping, quaint boutiques or Sawgrass Mills (One of America's biggest outlet malls), you'll get your retail fix for sure.

For a more leisurely vibe, stroll the boulevard 'Las Olas' or down Hollywood Beach oceanfront and see all the walkers, cyclists and rollerbladers setting their own pace on this path, which is surrounded by six miles of beautiful coastline

 

You can visit the great Everglades and glide across them on an airboat tour, spot gators and view the beautiful Florida nature

If it's sunshine, beaches, the perfect spot for a pre or post cruise ? Fort Lauderdale is ready when you are.