| 1. Do thousands of college students still come to Fort Lauderdale for Spring Break? |
Although everyone is welcome to our sunny shores, Greater Fort Lauderdale has not been home to Spring Break since 1985 when over 350,000 students visited our sun-kissed destination. Today, approximately 15,000 students experience the “Venice of America” during Easter vacation. Fort Lauderdale is no longer “where the boys are,” but where well-heeled Europeans, sophisticated Northerners and laid-back Mid-Westerners come to relax and vacation. From the late 1980's into the early 90's, Fort Lauderdale was a destination in transition. Our area’s success at ridding itself of three decades of notoriety as a “rowdy, anything goes town” to a sun-filled vacation hotspot has made us the fastest growing travel destination in South Florida with a wealth of cultural activities for families, international visitors and business travelers. Spring Break is part of the heritage of Greater Fort Lauderdale. It all started in the 1930's when the college swim teams came to train in Fort Lauderdale and in 1960 when Connie Francis and George Hamilton memorialized Spring Break in the film “Where the Boys Are.” Today, students enjoy Spring Break in cities like Panama City, Daytona Beach and Cancun.
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| 2. Where are the taxi , train, and bus stops at the Fort Lauderdale airport? |
Taxi, train, and bus stops are located at the lower level outside of the baggage claim areas.
Taxis and limos serving Fort Lauderdale include Yellow Cab/Checker (954)565-5400, Broward Limousine (954) 791-3000, Elite Limousine (954) 733-9600, and Limousines of South Florida (305) 635-0088. Tri-Rail shuttles with service to the Fort Lauderdale airport Tri-Rail station have regular pick-ups throughout the day. For Broward County destinations call (800) TRI-RAIL for further information.
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| 3. How do I get from Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport or Port Everglades to Miami International Airport or Port of Miami and Vice Versa? |
Taxi and limo services are common modes of transportation from Fort Lauderdale to Miami.
Taxis, Private Car/Limo, and Shared Ride are available outside terminal baggage claim areas throughout the Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport and the Miami International Airport.
Taxi fares are based on mileage and time and average about $70. Call Yellow Cab/Checker for further information (954) 565-5400.
Prices for private car and limo services vary depending on individual or shared-ride. Limo services are available through USA Transportation (866) 457-4141, Broward Limousine (954) 791-3000, Elite Limousine (954) 733-9600, Tri-County airport limo (800) 497-5722, and Limousines of South Florida (305) 635-0088. Rates can range from $65-$125.
Go Airport Shuttle offers rides from the Greater Fort Lauderdale area to the Greater Miami area. Rides from the Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood Airport to Miami Airport are $17 per passenger. Call (954) 561-8888 for prices on other destinations. SuperShuttle service from Miami Airport to Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood Airport is approximately $23 per passenger. For additional SuperShuttle information, call (305) 871-2000.
Airport transportation is also listed in the “Getting Around” section of our website. Airport Information Hotline: (954) 359-1200.
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| 4. What are the closest hotels to the Broward County Convention Center and Port Everglades? |
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for a map of hotels closest to Port Everglades and the Broward Convention Center.
Renaissance Fort Lauderdale Hotel
954-626-1700 |
0.15 miles |
Holiday Inn Express-Convention Center
800-465-4329 |
0.15 miles |
Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina
866-450-9990 |
0.15 miles |
Hyatt Regency Pier 66
800-233-1234 |
0.25 miles |
Embassy Suites-Fort Lauderdale
800-854-6146 |
0.4 miles |
Hyatt Place Fort Lauderdale Airport North
800-833-1516 |
0.5 miles |
Comfort Suites Convention Center
800-760-0000 |
0.75 miles |
Hampton Inn Fort Lauderdale Airport North
800-426-7866
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2.4 miles |
Harbor Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
800-222-6543 |
1.6 miles |
Lago Mar Resort & Club
800-524-6627 |
1.6 miles |
Best Western Oceanside Inn
800-367-1007 |
1.6 miles |
Days Inn Bahia Cabana Beach Resort & Marina
800-323-2244 |
1.7 miles |
Bahia Mar Resort
800-327-8154
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1.8 miles |
The Ritz Carlton, Fort Lauderdale
954-465-2300
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2.5 miles |
Westin Beach Resort, Fort Lauderdale (formerly Sheraton Yankee Trader)
800-627-7108 |
2.9 miles |
Hilton Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort
800-445-8667
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3 miles |
Riverside Hotel
800-325-3280
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3 miles |
Atlantic Hotel
866-837-4274 |
3.2 miles |
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