Fort Lauderdale Holidays

Holidays in Fort Lauderdale offer an amazing stay in a wonderfully natural setting. Miles of blue waterways, soft golden sands and near year-round sunshine are the city’s biggest draws. Receiving its first major development in the 1920s and experiencing a rich history, Fort Lauderdale has gone on to be one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. Maturing from the teenage spring break capital of the world it once was, Fort Lauderdale has now grown up. It now includes not only a buzzing nightlife but also a surprising array of cultural and historical sites.

Fort Lauderdale Holidays - Things to Do

As you would expect from a town that was made popular during the chaotic exploits of the young, the nightlife in Fort Lauderdale is vibrant and offers everything from Broadway style shows, jazz clubs and comedy spots. There are also casinos, late night restaurants and of course plenty of world famous nightclubs.

Famous for its underwater exploits, this mecca and international showplace for swimming, diving, water polo as well as other aquatic sports is the place to be. Boasting the largest collection of aquatic memorabilia, The International Swimming Hall of Fame is one of the must see attractions on Fort Lauderdale holidays. It would be a crime to discuss activities in Fort Lauderdale without mentioning the passion of Floridians for their local state teams. And as you will be enjoying your holidays in Fort Lauderdale why not join in the fun? There is nothing quite like the carnival atmosphere of home games. Basketball, baseball and football are all respresented by this state and have regular games in amazing stadiums.

For the ultimate in shopping, take a trip across state during your Fort Lauderdale holiday and visit the world’s largest designer outlet mall. Sawgrass Mills features more than 350 name-brand stores including well known names such as Saks Fifth Avenue and The Gap.

Nature lovers will be in paradise with a trip to Flamingo Gardens. This 60-acre botanical garden and wildlife sanctuary encompasses exotic and native plants, citrus groves as well as a free-flight walk-through aviary. Other popular attractions include alligators, bobcats and of course the beautiful vibrant flamingos.

The Fort Lauderdale Climate

The Fort Lauderdale climate is the envy of the nation and with good reason too! With an average year-round temperature of 77°F Fort Lauderdale has a tropical climate. August is the warmest month with winter temperatures rarely dropping below 70°F. January is the coolest month where temperatures dip to the low 60°Fs of which January is the coolest month. With these sorts of tropical temperatures expected on Fort Lauredale holidays it is advisable to be prepared for the sun and high temperatures.

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