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Fort Lauderdale, Florida, is the perfect place to take the family for vacation or to enjoy on a romantic getaway. Cruise down the beautiful canals that outline the city or take a walk on Las Olas Boulevard, Ft. Lauderdale’s high-end shopping and dining center. Stop by Riverfront for free live entertainment year round or take a stroll on the pristine beach. The kids and adults alike will love the Discovery and Science Museum that has its own massive functioning sculpture in the atrium. Put yourself inside a bubble, watch a movie at the IMAX or learn about animals. The tropical climate and year-round sunshine makes Ft. Lauderdale the perfect place to visit.

For the shopacholic, head to Las Olas Blvd. and immerse yourself in high-end boutiques and top-notch restaurants. Everything from Bebe to Bulgari can be found on this strip of shopping paradise. At night the boulevard comes alive with bars, nightclubs and lounges lining the streets. Visit the Sawgrass Recreation Park and take an airboat ride into the Everglades National Park. Learn about the park’s history and even get a chance to see an alligator. After the ride be sure to request to hold a baby gator at their animal exhibit and take time to get pictures at their wildlife exhibit with their white Bengal tiger.

If you want to get out on the water and see the sights plan an afternoon for Carrie B Cruises. The ship will take you around the mansions of famous people who live in Ft. Lauderdale and your captain will captivate you with the history of Florida. The Bonnet House Museum and Gardens is a beautiful way to spend a late afternoon. Walk through tropical gardens and watch delicate water lilies float in ponds.