Fort Lauderdale, Florida: 13 Jan 2009

Hailed as the “Venice of America,” Fort Lauderdale boasts some 165 miles of navigable waterways. Narrow canals are lined with watercraft moored adjacent to their owner’s waterfront condos, allowing easy access to inland waterways and the Atlantic. Over 100 marinas provide anchorage for some 42,000 resident yachts and hundreds of visiting craft during the season.

Stroll along the meandering Riverwalk, the heart of the city’s entertainment, shopping and dining. Pop into the Museum of Science & Discovery or visit the Old Fort Lauderdale Museum of History, check the programs at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts or Florida Grand Opera. Peruse the shops and restaurants along Las Olas Boulevard or hop aboard a Water Bus for a relaxing and informative jaunt along the calm intercity waterway.