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alligators, and rare plants all in a habitat unlike any other. If When was the last time you tried your luck at one of our
you haven’t been there, consider taking an airboat ride into a many casinos or at the racetrack? And what to do with your
national park that really is a national treasure. winnings? Go shopping, of course!
Did someone say “park?” There are dozens of parks to From the boutiques along Las Olas and Atlantic Avenue in
choose from across Broward County featuring a variety of Pompano to the vast array of retailers at Sawgrass Mills,
activities for all ages. Nature preserves, water parks, Butterfly shopping without the crush of crowds is a genuine delight!
World and Flamingo Gardens, are just a few of the green (Not to mention the discounts and bargain prices for
spaces and places you can spend a day in fresh air and summer shoppers!)
sunshine – many for no charge at all!
There are also many cultural offerings throughout the summer
Speaking of green spaces, if you’re a golfer, you know that including live theater productions, concerts, curated museum
green fees are a real bargain during the summer. And if collections, and even the public library has something to pique
you’ve been thinking about taking up the game, there’s never everyone’s interest.
been a better time than now!
The fact is, just when you thought Greater Fort Lauderdale
But not every summer activity has to be outside… couldn’t get any better, Summer has arrived! And that means
There’s a host of sweet & savory savings at many fine-dining more “daylight” and more “delights” to tease all your senses.
and family restaurants throughout Broward County all summer So, what are you waiting for?
long. And don’t forget about Spa Days! Pampering yourself
from head to toe doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg during Check out www.VisitLauderdale.com/summer and find
Summer Spa Days. Hotels and day spas throughout Broward 101 ways to try new experiences and make memories in
are offering special packages and pricing this summer. Greater Fort Lauderdale.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Stacy Ritter is president and CEO of Visit Lauderdale, the official destination marketing organization for
Greater Fort Lauderdale that serves as the tourism department for Broward County. Visit Lauderdale promotes
the county’s 31 municipalities to a global audience of leisure and business travelers as a year-round visitor
destination. Visitors staying in short-term lodging spend upwards of $8 billion in the community and are the
leading driver for employment and positive economic impact.

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