Discover Greater Fort Lauderdale
| Diving/Snorkeling | Sports |
| Spas | Nature |
| Wining and Dining | Fishing |
| Boating | Arts and Entertainment |
| Golf | Sightseeing |
Discover a passion for diving. Charter a fishing boat for an afternoon adventure. Indulge your senses with an exotic orange peel massage. It's all part of a lifestyle that goes beyond the ordinary. Discover another side of summer and yourself in Greater Fort Lauderdale!
DIVING/SNORKELING
Dixie Divers
1645 SE 3rd Court, Deerfield Beach
(954) 420-0009, www.dixiedivers.com
2-for-1: Four-hour tour in Lady Go Diver boat, with access to two different sites. Intracoastal tour included.
Harbor Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
3030 Holiday Drive, Fort Lauderdale
(954) 525-4000 or (800) 628-4462, www.marriottharborbeach.com
Learn scuba basics, complete a one-hour class with pool dive in tropical lagoon pool. Ages 8-adult.
Special Offer: Spend two nights at Harbor Beach Marriott and get two Discover Scuba introductory classes for the price of one (ask for code VBPB)
Parrot Island Scuba Adventures
2705 N. Riverside Drive, Pompano Beach
(954) 942-7333, www.parrotislandscuba.com
Experience the underwater side of South Florida, wrecks and breathtaking reefs. Open seven days a week, 9am trip, 1:30pm trip
2-for-1: Two divers for the price of one (excluding any rental gear or tanks) $45 value.
Pro Dive International
429 Seabreeze Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale
(954) PRO-DIVE (776-3483), www.prodiveusa.com
Snorkel over Fort Lauderdale's beautiful coral reefs aboard our 60 foot/18 meter glass bottom boat and enjoy the colorful fish and exciting marine life.
2-for-1: snorkel trip
South Florida Diving Headquarters
101 N. Riverside Drive, Pompano Beach
(954) 783-2299 or (800) 771-DIVE, www.southfloridadiving.com
Immerse yourself with our "Try Scuba" class. One hour introductory lesson in the pool. Gear included. Add a shallow reef dive the same day for additional cost. Our glass bottom catamaran takes the whole family on an aquatic adventure, snorkel, dive, or watch from above. Open Mon-Sat, 8am-6pm.
2-for-1: snorkel or glass bottom trip at regular price
2-for-1: "Try Scuba" class
SPAS
Diamante Day Spa
1489 S.E. 17th Street Causeway, Fort Lauderdale
(954) 763-1212, www.diamantedayspa.com
Contact: Darlene Diamante, Fax (954) 760-9539
From cuts & color to scrubs & rubs…simply done to over the top…It's all about U! Open Mon-Fri 10am-7pm, Sat 9am-6pm, Sun seasonal.
Special Offer 1: Complimentary Hot Stone Facial Massage with purchase of a one hour or more massage service
Special Offer 2: Complimentary Hot Fudge Chocolate Paraffin Dip with purchase of a Chocolate Raspberry Martini Pedicure Cocktail
Harbor Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
3030 Holiday Drive, Fort Lauderdale
(954) 525-4000 or (866)3030-SPA, www.marriottharborbeach.com
World-class European style spa located in Fort Lauderdale's premier luxury oceanfront resort on South Florida's largest private beach. Open Mon-Fri 6:30am-8 pm, Sat-Sun 7am-8pm.
Special Offer 1: Purchase any 50-minute individual spa treatment and receive complimentary deluxe Citrus Manicure
Special Offer 2: Spend two nights oceanfront and get two individual 50-minute Swedish Massage treatments for the price of one (ask for code VBPA)
The Spa on the Broadwalk at the Hollywood Beach Marriott
2501 N. Ocean Drive, Hollywood
(954) 874-3197, www.hollywoodbeachmarriott.com
The natural beauty of Hollywood Beach inspired the creation of a spa dedicated to your appearance and well-being. Open Mon-Sat 8am-8pm, Sun 8am-6pm.
2-for-1: Buy any 50-minute Swedish massage or 50-minute classic facial and receive a second treatment of equal or lesser value free. Monday-Thursday only. Subject to availability. All bookings must be held with a credit card. 24-hour, no change/cancellation policy applies. Promotion does not include 18% Resort Service Charge or tax on booked services. Must present Summer of Discovery coupon.
United States Sommelier Association Wine School
(954) 962-6772, assnmgmt@bellsouth.net, www.ussommelier.com
The Theatre of Wine in the Restaurant
Sabering and Savoring Champagne & Sparkling Wines
The Art of Wine Blending from California
SAVOR Greater Fort Lauderdale 2006 September Restaurant Month
During the fourth annual SAVOR Greater Fort Lauderdale 2006 September Restaurant Month, visitors to South Florida will eat their hearts out once again with the opportunity to dine at the area's most acclaimed restaurants as they create special menus at prices as noteworthy as the cuisine itself. Visit www.savorfl.com and register for a monthly News to SAVOR newsletter.
BOATING
Full Moon Kayak Co.
Fort Lauderdale
(954) 328-5231, www.fullmoonkayak.com
Meet at sunset and paddle the calm waters of an estuary in Hollywood. Kayak and gear provided. This route is easy paddling. You choose a single or tandem kayak.
2-for-1: full moon kayak tour only ($40 value). Must call ahead.
Jungle Queen Riverboat Cruises
Bahia Mar Yachting Center, Fort Lauderdale
(954) 462-5596, www.junglequeen.com
See the "Venice of America" aboard the Jungle Queen Riverboat 3 Hour Sightseeing Cruise daily at 10am or 2pm. The only cruise that goes up the Historic New River. The true way to see Fort Lauderdale.
2-for-1: 10am or 2pm sightseeing cruise (not valid for BBQ dinner cruise or Miami Bayside cruise).
Tropical Sailing
801 Seabreeze Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale
(954) 579-8181, www.tropicalsailing.com
Spacious catamaran trips: "Come Sail Away," Sailing & Island Beach Adventure and "Cast Away the Day" sunset cruise.
2-for-1: any of our daily scheduled trips
GOLF
Conte's Palm Aire Golf Academy
3701 Oaks Clubhouse Drive, Pompano Beach
(954) 971-7867, www.palmairegolfacademy.com
Quality golf instruction, friendly atmosphere, and many golf instruction programs to choose from. Open Mon-Sat, 9am to dark.
2-for-1: two student one hour golf lesson for the price of one
SPORTS
Dania Jai-Alai
301 E. Dania Beach Boulevard, Dania Beach
(954) 927-2841, www.betdania.com
See the world's fastest game. Play poker & Texas Hold'em. Poker ponies and Jai-Alai, we've got your game. Open Tues-Sat 7pm, Matinees Tues, Sat, Sun.
2-for-1: Reserved seat (Not good with any other offer. Subject to availability).
Ski Rixen of Quiet Waters
401 S. Powerline Road, Deerfield Beach
(954) 429-0215, www.skirixenusa.com
Water ski and Wakeboard Park/School. Open summer Tues-Sat 10am-7pm.
2-for-1: buy one hour ski pass and ski for two hours (Per person/One Must be 12 years of age, only Tuesday-Friday)
Quiet Waters Park - Broward County Parks and Recreation
401 S. Powerline Road, Deerfield Beach
(954) 360-1315, www.broward.org/parks
Quiet Waters Skate Park course area is 20,000 square feet, and the equipment has a Skatelite Pro skating surface, 102+ ramps and grind rails.Weekdays 3:15pm-9:45pm, Sat 10:45am-9:45pm, Sun/Holidays 10:45am-7:30pm.
Special Offer: all day skate park admissions for the member rate of $5.00
NATURE
Bonnet House Museum & Gardens
900 N. Birch Road, Fort Lauderdale
(954) 563-5393, www.bonnethouse.org
Bonnet House, designed in 1920 by artist Frederic Bartlett, is a hidden Fort Lauderdale treasure, situated on a coastal barrier island on 35 acres. Open Tues-Sat,10:30am-4pm; Sun 12pm-4pm.
2-for-1: full price tour
Butterfly World
3600 W. Sample Road, Coconut Creek
(954) 977-4400, www.butterflyworld.com
Contact: Grace Boender, 954-977-4434
Experience the wonder of six free-flight aviaries filled with live exotic butterflies and birds from all over the world. Open Mon-Sat, 9am-5pm; Sun 1pm-5pm (door closes at 4pm).
2-for-1: park admission
Flamingo Gardens
3750 S. Flamingo Road, Davie
(954) 473-2955, www.flamingogardens.org
60 acre botanical garden & wildlife sanctuary. Stroll among tropical foliage and visit our Everglades wildlife sanctuary with alligators, Florida panthers, flamingos and more. Open 9:30am-5:30pm, closed Mondays, except Labor Day.
2-for-1: park admission (No other discounts apply. Narrated tour by tram additional.)
Museum of Discovery and Science and Blockbuster IMAX® Theater
401 S.W. Second Street, Fort Lauderdale
(954) 467-6637, Show times (954) 463-IMAX, www.mods.org
Spend a day of discovery exploring hundreds of interactive exhibits and the new traveling exhibit, Aliens: Worlds of Possibilities. You can hang out with bats, turtles and explore Florida's amazing Everglades. Meet alligators, get charmed by a 12-foot snake, pet a big green iguana, fly like an astronaut, and immerse yourself in a five-story, giant screen adventure at the Blockbuster® IMAX® Theater featuring 2D and 3D films. Open Mon-Sat, 10am-5pm; Sun noon-6pm, 365 days a year. IMAX Theater hours extend into the evenings.
2-for-1: exhibit admission ticket. Present coupon to cashier in order to receive discount. (Valid for up to six people through September 30, 2006.)
Sawgrass Recreation Park
Fort Lauderdale
(800) 457-0788, www.evergladestours.com
Airboats, alligators & wildlife! Airboat tours, alligator & reptile exhibit, vanishing species wildlife exhibit. Open Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm
2-for-1: park admission and airboat tour
FISHING
Action Sport Fishing
Fort Lauderdale
(954) 423-8700, www.actionsportfishing.com
Fort Lauderdale sport fishing charters. Fishing trips for inshore and deep sea saltwater fish. Your full time guide, Captain Ron Mallet, has over 25 years experience fishing Florida. Open seven days a week.
2-for-1: fishing charter
IGFA Fishing Hall of Fame & Museum
300 Gulf Stream Way, Dania Beach
(954) 924-4370, www.igfa.org
The IGFA's 60,000 sq. ft. Fishing Hall of Fame and Museum offers stunning visual settings and exciting interactive experiences, including simulated fishing and live alligators. A unique experience that offers fun for the whole family. Open seven days a week, 10am-6pm.
2-for-1: admission to the Fishing Hall of Fame and Museum
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Dania Beach Hurricane
1760 NW 1st Street, Dania Beach
(954) 921-7633, www.xcoaster.com
Largest wooden roller coaster south of Atlanta. Open seven days a week, 10am-11pm.
2-for-1: roller coaster ride
Mai-Kai Restaurant and Polynesian Show
3599 North Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale
(954) 563-3272, www.maikai.com
Experience Polynesian Islands Revue at the famous Mai-Kai. See beautiful maidens and agile warriors perform dances of the South Pacific. It's an authentic flower filled show - highlighted by the dramatic Samoan fire-knife dance. Open everyday 5pm to closing.
2-for-1: show admission (Offer valid Sun-Fri. Maximum party of 6.)
SIGHTSEEING
Old Fort Lauderdale Village & Museum
219 S.W. 2nd Avenue, Fort Lauderdale
(954) 463-4431, www.oldfortlauderdale.gov
The Museum & Village is located along the Riverwalk, where the city began. It includes three historic buildings, a replica of the first schoolhouse in Broward County and a modern research and collections facility. Tours are available Tues-Sat. Open Tues-Fri, 11am-5pm; Sat-Sun, 12pm-5pm.
2-for-1: admission
Royal Horse Drawn Carriages
Carriage Stand on Las Olas Blvd. and SE 8th Ave, Fort Lauderdale
(954)971-9820, www.royalcarriagesfl.com
Carriage ride on Las Olas Boulevard. Weather permitting - call for availability. Open Thurs-Sat, 7pm-11 pm
2-for-1: horse drawn carriage ride
Stranahan House
335 S.E. 6th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale
(954) 524-4736, www.stranahanhouse.org
Original trading post, restored historic house built in 1901. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Open Wed-Sat 10am-3pm, Sun 1pm-3pm; tours on the hour
2-for-1: adult admission/$10.00 value
