PRE- AND POST-CRUISE: The perfect 48 hours in Greater Fort Lauderdale
- Port Everglades, the world’s third largest cruise port, is among the top gateways for Canadians heading off on a Caribbean cruise vacation. And located only 15 minutes from downtown Fort Lauderdale – and even less from the airport – it’s perfectly positioned for clients who want to add on extra time in sophisticated and fun South Florida to their cruise vacation.
VIP PASSPORT PROVIDES SPECIAL DEALS FOR TRAVEL ADVISORS
- Travel professionals can discover special deals and not-to-be-missed attractions now that Visit Lauderdale, the official destination marketing organization for Greater Fort Lauderdale, has launched its new VIP Passport for travel advisors.
FREE FORT LAUDERDALE, LET US COUNT THE WAYS
- Greater Fort Lauderdale’s tropical paradise offers a sweet retreat for all who visit. Better still, there are countless free ways to explore local gems, annual events, and worldclass art venues and attractions, no matter the interest or party size.
‘TIS THE SEASON: Florida airports expected to set records during holidays
- The holiday travel season this year is expected to rival the busiest seasons before the pandemic at Florida's most bustling airports, which will see millions of travellers passing through them, officials said.
EAT, DRINK, PLAY.: Greater Fort Lauderdale has something for everyone 24/7
- With more than 4,000 eateries, Greater Fort Lauderdale’s eclectic dining scene offers something to please every palate. From restaurants to rooftops to pubs to speakeasies, the culinary scene continues to flourish. If your clients are looking to relax and enjoy a glass of wine, a smooth cocktail or a brew or two, they’re in the right place. Greater Fort Lauderdale offers refreshment options for every taste.
DIVE RIGHT IN: Satisfy your urge to submerge
- For scuba divers, Greater Fort Lauderdale is the place to be. The ocean temperature ranges from 22° C in the winter to 26° C in the summer – just perfect for exploring the area’s 76 artificial reefs and the largest collection of warm-water wrecks in the Western world.
A BEACH PLAYGROUND UNLIKE ANY OTHER
- With an average year-round temperature of 25-degrees C, 3,000 hours of sunshine, and 40 km. of golden beaches kissing the Atlantic Ocean, Greater Fort Lauderdale awaits to delight your clients with the beach vacation of a lifetime.
WHY JUST STAY A DAY? Pre- and post-cruise options from Port Everglades
- With so much to see and do in Greater Fort Lauderdale, pre- and post cruise options from Port Everglades are a-plenty, and a great way to enhance a booking while ensuring clients get the most from their excursion to South Florida.
GREATER FORT LAUDERDALE – GATEWAY TO THE ‘GLADES
- Bright lights and beautiful beaches abound in Greater Fort Lauderdale, but the South Florida region has an impressive natural side as gateway to the amazing Everglades, an expansive national park for nature exploration, fishing for bass and other freshwater species, and, of course, those famous airboat tours.
TOP 5 SHOPPING HOTSPOTS IN GREATER FORT LAUDERDALE
- Calling all fashionistas! Shopping is as good as it gets in Greater Fort Lauderdale. And your clients can shop ‘til they drop – right onto a relaxing beach! Here are five shopping hotspots your clients definitely don’t want to miss.
VISIT-WORTHY EVENTS IN GREATER FORT LAUDERDALE
- There’s nothing like an unforgettable event to bring your clients’ vacations to the next level and Greater Fort Lauderdale has no shortage of them. Here’s a look a just some of the highlights.
WELCOME TO THE GOOD LIFE
- If your clients are looking for luxury, they’ll find it in Greater Fort Lauderdale. Cosmopolitan dining and nightlife, world-class hotels and resorts, thriving arts and culture – it’s all part of the Greater Fort Lauderdale experience. But unlike other luxury destinations in South Florida, this region still has an unpretentious, laid-back vibe and ease of getting around. In fact, the destination is renowned as the most welcoming destination in the world and is dedicated to inclusivity and accessibility for all visitors, inviting everyone under the sun to enjoy the good life in its 31 diverse communities and golden beaches that span 38 kilometers.
It’s Playtime for Everyone
- In Greater Fort Lauderdale, kilometers of golden beaches and scenic waterways are just the beginning. Here are some ways to play for everyone under the sun.
An Epicurean’s Long Weekend In Greater Fort Lauderdale
- Discerning diners know that Florida's best-kept culinary secret is Greater Fort Lauderdale. From Caribbean cooking to succulent seafood and dockside dining, here's where to feast, nibble and imbibe in Greater Fort Lauderdale.
Soak Up Sunshine with a 3-Day Adventure in Greater Fort Lauderdale
- Three thousand hours of sunshine yearly, 38 kilometers of beaches and a myriad of outdoorsy activities make Greater Fort Lauderdale an alluring destination, especially if you enjoy being outside to soak up the warm Florida weather.
WHAT’S NEW IN GREATER FORT LAUDERDALE
- If you think you’ve seen it all in Greater Fort Lauderdale, think again. This ever-evolving region has dozens upon dozens of new hotels, restaurants, bars, attractions and more. Read on for the latest and greatest to give your clients a vacation they’ll never forget.
A WARM WINTER ESCAPE: Greater Fort Lauderdale Welcomes Hockey Fans
- Warm sunshine and beautiful beaches are only part of the winter fun in Greater Fort Lauderdale. Visitors can also enjoy professional hockey with NHL’s Florida Panthers playing at the FLA Live Arena in Sunrise, Florida – in many games taking on Canadian NHL teams.
BECOME A LAUDERDALE LOYALIST
- Visit Lauderdale, the official destination marketing organization for Greater Fort Lauderdale, has launched Lauderdale Loyalist, a dynamic interactive mLearning training and sales experience for travel advisors. Created with the support of TravPRO Mobile, Lauderdale Loyalist changes the game for travel advisors, supporting their destination learning requirements and serving as an ongoing sales enhancement resource. The program has been recognized by Travel Weekly with a 2022 Silver Magellan Award, which honors the best in the travel industry and salutes the outstanding travel professionals behind it all.