Fort Lauderdale Scuba Diving a Florida Vacation at its Best

Fort Lauderdale tourism has grown since it managed to rid itself of its reputation as America's Spring Break center for the younger generation and has encouraged the more sophisticated visitor.

Known as the 'Venice of America' you will find the very best in boating, scuba diving, and when you're not in the water, some top notch shopping.

A popular destination for cruise ships this bustling destination has some features you will love

The Waters - You will be amazed at the clarity and warm temperatures of the local waters which are continually washed clean by the Gulf Stream which sweeps by and up the coast
The weather - With sunshine for more than 300 days of the year Florida provides an ideal environment for you, Fort Lauderdale scuba diving fans, and the local marine life. It also means sun tans and cool beers!
Seafood Restaurants - It goes without saying that seafood restaurants here provide you with the most succulent fresh food you could ever dream of.

Boating - Fort Lauderdale is known as the 'Venice of America' and when you explore the waterways with the fantastic variety of boats you will understand why this area is so popular

Places to stay - Fort Lauderdale has everything, rentals, condos, cheap hotels, top hotels, villas and beach resorts. Everything to cater for every need and every pocket so finding accommodation for your dream stay couldn't be easier

Attractions - When you want a break from scuba diving there are many other things to do and see such as the Antique Car Museum or Butterfly World.

Fort Lauderdale Boats

Without a doubt one of the main attractions of this 'Venice of America' is the waterways and the boats.

With fantastic bars and restaurants along the way a walk along the waterways is a must and with views like this you can see why Fort Lauderdale tourism is growing.

Take a look at this video and you will see why Fort Lauderdale is so popular and why it is known as 'Venice of America' (press the button second right on the bottom of the video player to see it in full screen)...

Terence's Tips

Fort Lauderdale scuba diving may only provide a few dive sies within the immediate area, you are also within easy travelling distance of Miami and Palm Beach where you will find a vast choice of dive sites

This makes this town an ideal base for scuba diving as sights along the waterways will ensure this is one place you will never forget.