Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale, a coastal city in Florida, lies about 25 miles north of Miami along the Atlantic Ocean. As the county seat and largest city in Broward County, Fort Lauderdale had a population of 182,760 according to the 2020 census, ranking as the tenth-most populous city in the state and the third most populous city in the Miami metropolitan area.

A favorite destination for water lovers and boating enthusiasts, Fort Lauderdale is known as the “Venice of America”. The city boasts an expansive and intricate canal system with thousands of single family homes, most with boat slips or dockage for large yachts. Condos with private marinas are also plentiful. Fort Lauderdale is a major yachting center and host of the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, the largest in-water boat  show in the world.

While Fort Lauderdale is best known for its beaches, it is also a South Florida hotspot, popular for its arts, culture and events, with downtown serving as the city’s vibrant core. Centered around Las Olas Boulevard, this dynamic area offers a blend of residential, work, and recreational spaces, featuring a thriving financial district, lively nightlife, entertainment venues, restaurants, shops, and a picturesque riverwalk.