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Welcome to Fort Lauderdale

Cruise Nation are delighted to bring you our great range of Fort Lauderdale Cruise & Stay Holidays. This means that Cruise Nation bring you massive choice on cruise lines to sail with throughout the year. Our Fort Lauderdale Smart Packages feature FREE stays in one of many handpicked hotels which are all centrally located in Fort Lauderdale providing you with the ideal base from which to explore all that this exciting destination has to offer.

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With our Fort Lauderdale Cruise & Stay packages, your flights will always be included. We also offer flights from a number of regional airports throughout the UK giving you much greater flexibility and making your holiday experience as smooth as possible.

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Weather in the USA

Fort Lauderdale’s weather is pure tropical ease—warm, sunny, and perfect for beach life almost year-round. Winters are a dream, with mild temperatures, low humidity, and endless blue skies, making it the perfect escape from colder climates.

Summers turn up the heat with warm, humid days and the occasional afternoon thunderstorm, a quick and dramatic cooldown before the sun returns. Hurricane season (June to November) keeps things interesting, but most days are all about sunshine and sea breezes. Whether you're cruising the Intracoastal, lounging on golden sands, or dining al fresco by the water, Fort Lauderdale’s weather always delivers that laid-back coastal charm.

Things to do in Fort Lauderdale

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Las Olas Boulevard

Las Olas Boulevard

The ideal place to stroll, shop and people-watch, eye up the multi-million-dollar houses and luxury yachts that line the waterways before grabbing a bite to eat at one of the street's many outdoor eateries.

A View of the Bonnet House in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Bonnet House

Bonnet House

Designed by Frederic Clay Bartlett and built in 1920, the impressive estate covers some 36 acres and includes a museum and beautiful informal gardens. Once the winter house of the Birch/Bartlett family, visitors can view a large collection of art and personal treasures, giving a fascinating insight into Old South Florida.

The Stranahan House in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Stranahan House Museum

Stranahan House Museum

Originally used as a trading post and a community hall before becoming a private residence, the building was purchased by the Fort Lauderdale Historical Society in 1975. More than 10,000 visitors tour the historic house museum every year, with Holiday River Tour available at Christmas.

Restaurants in Fort Lauderdale

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Steak 954

Steak 954

Steak 954 is a tropically-themed, boutique steakhouse. Serving up some of the finest cuts of beef in the city, guests at Steak 954 can dine to the sound of the ocean, with sweeping beach views and gorgeous sunset vantage points.

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Casa D'Angelo Ristorante

Casa D'Angelo Ristorante

Widely recognised as one of the best Italian restaurants in South Florida, Casa D'Angelo Ristorante is known for its delicious Tuscan-style cuisine and romantic setting. Helmed by chef Angelo Elia, expect classic Italian dishes, served with exquisite presentation.

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Wild Sea Oyster Bar & Grille

Wild Sea Oyster Bar & Grille

Located within the Riverside Hotel, the Wild Sea Oyster Bar & Grille is one of the city's best dining spots for seafood. The menu focuses on the freshly caught seafood which arrives daily from the waters of Florida, New England, Hawaii and the West Coast.

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Cafe Seville

Cafe Seville

This small, family-owned Spanish restaurant is the ideal place for casual, relaxed dining in Fort Lauderdale. Alongside an ample menu - which has everything you could want for a traditional Spanish eatery - daily specials are wheeled to your table on a large chalkboard.

Fort Lauderdale Nightlife

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The Elbo Room

The Elbo Room

An iconic hotel in Port Everglades, the Elbo Room shot to fame in the 1960's when it was used as a filming location for the hit film "Where the Boys Are" featuring Connie Francis and George Hamilton. Since then, it's been a firm favourite with spring-breakers, tourists and film buffs alike.

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Blue Martini

Blue Martini

As well as an excellent cocktail menu - including their signature Blue Martini made with Cointreau, vodka, blue curacao, sweet & sour mix and orange juice - the sleek bar also provides hungry drinkers with a delicious global tapas menu.

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Stache Drinking Den + Coffee Bar

Stache Drinking Den + Coffee Bar

The award-winning bar Stache is considered Fort Lauderdale’s premier cocktail lounge. With a hip vintage interior and combining a coffee bar, nightclub and concert space under one roof, this venue is the place to see and be seen in the city.

A Party on a Beach

America's Backyard

America's Backyard

If you want to join Fort Lauderdale's biggest party, make your way to downtown to America's Backyard. This large club offers a complimentary drink with entry and 99-cent drink specials., alongside their regular Country Power Happy Hour.

Events in Fort Lauderdale

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Delray Affair

Delray Affair

Held each April, and running for more than 50 years, the Delray Affair Arts and Crafts Street Festival is known locally as the “Greatest Show under the Sun”. The event is the largest arts and craft festival in the southeast, with more than 800 artists from all over the world attending.

Boats docked at the International Boat show in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show

Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show

The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show is held every year at the end of October. The largest in-water boat show in the world brings the world's largest display of mega-yachts to Fort Lauderdale, as well as sport-fishers, sailing yachts and canoes.

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Fourth of July Spectacular

Fourth of July Spectacular

If your visit to Fort Lauderdale falls over the 4th of July, you're in for a treat. The coastal city celebrates this national holiday in style, with a host of family-friendly, free activities. From orchestra concerts to live bands and performers, there are lots of different ways to get involved.

What's Included

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Return flights included from a choice of UK airports.

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FREE Handpicked Fort Lauderdale Hotel Stay.

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Discounts for Tickets to Fort Lauderdale Excursions.

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A Choice of Accommodation on Ship.

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Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Snacks in Selected Ship Eateries.

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Hot drinks, Ice Tea's, Lemonade, Juices, and Water in Select Buffet Venues.

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Use of swimming pools, hot tubs, fitness centre and leisure facilities where available.

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Entertainment & Activities, Day & Night, Inc Theme Nights & Parties.

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Fantastic Youth Programmes from Babies to 17 years old.

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