Ft. Lauderdale: The Venice Of America
Ft. Lauderdale is known as the Venice of America. It is 28 miles north of Miami, Florida. Like Venice, Ft. Lauderdale is a town laced with water. There are 300 miles of intra-coastal waterways. But these are not the place for a gentle ride in a gondola. You’d be mown down in no time by a multi-million-dollar superyacht. Did you know that Ft. Lauderdale is the mega yacht capital of the world?
While cruising, you’ll see eye-popping mansions along Millionaire’s Row, the mega-yachts of the rich and famous and private islands. I spent more than 10 hours one day cruising along the intercoastal waterway and New River and my entire experience was amazing!
There are many ways to explore the canals of Intercoastal waterways. You can take a sightseeing tour from the Jungle Queen Riverboat, or sail a pirate ship with Bluefoot Pirate Family Adventures or go for hop-on and hop-off Water Taxi tours. All these tours are conducted by Coast Guard Licensed Captain describing the sights, the famous Millionaire’s Row which stretches from Tarpon Bend all the way out to the Intracoastal Waterway. As you look around, you will see multi-million dollar homes lining the river banks. Your Captain will tell you about the celebrities, CEO’s, millionaires and billionaires who own these magnificent properties. Breathtaking views will be yours to see along the tour of the New River, the Intracoastal Waterway, and Port Everglades. But, if you’ve got a millionaire friend to take you for a joyride on his yacht, I bet, you’ll have the time of your life!
My travel tip is – Be camera ready and click the pictures of beautiful yachts and sailboats, gorgeous waterfront mansions, the “Miami Vice” house, and towering cruise ships. But don’t forget to get yourself clicked while cruising as you’d like to preserve those memories forever!
Check out the video to get the perfect Floridian vibes of Ft. Lauderdale: The Venice of America!
Do share your experiences if you’ve been to Ft. Lauderdale in the comments below? If not, what do you think about this destination?
Happy traveling!
Ana
The Solivagant Soul (@Thesolivsoul)
July 21, 2016Ok, I’ll blame the TV and the stereotypes, but when I think of Miami, I think of Dexter and when I think of Florida my mind wanders to aligators and mosquitoes. It’s good to know that there’s much more to it than that! Beautiful pictures and nice purple dress hehe
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July 21, 2016I have never been to America before or to Ft Lauderdale but I can see from your pictures it’s a very, very rich place. I live in a town with a posh harbour, but none of the boats is bigger than the smallest one in your video haha.
View CommentDanjuma
July 21, 2016Never been to The USA before but from the look of things up here, clearly you made me feel like i was there in person, and truly its the venice of america
View CommentSona Sethi
July 20, 2016I have been to Florida many times but have never been to Ft. Lauderdale. Thank you for sharing. The Pirate ship adventure feels so exciting and I would love to experience it.
View CommentElizabeth O.
July 20, 2016I can’t remember the last time I went boating with my family. It would be nice to take them here and just enjoy the beautiful view! I’m sure it was loads of fun!
View CommentChristel Hansen
July 20, 2016Oh my goodness, what a beautiful spot! I’ve never been to the USA let alone to Ft. Lauderdale, but it’s definitely getting added to my wishlist! oxoxo
View CommentMy Urban Family
July 20, 2016Love the photos! I’ve never been to Ft. Lauderdale but I have a good friend that recently moved there. She loves it, minus the heat some days ha but it sounds like a fun place!
View CommentLiz Mays
July 20, 2016Gosh, this makes me want to plan another trip down there. I’d love to get out on the water. All of my siblings love going to Ft. Lauderdale!
View Commenttp keane
July 20, 2016I’ve never been to ft. Laurderdale, it looks amazing. Love the big boats and the gorgeous scenery.
View CommentKerren
July 20, 2016i live only `15 minutes away from fort lauderdale and ive never really spent time there.I really need to start taking advantage of where i live.
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