Greater Fort Lauderdale is more than just a beach destination. It’s a place that welcomes everyone under the sun. It's a place where people from more than 170 countries speak 147 languages. Greater Fort Lauderdale is rich with inclusive communities, thriving arts and culture, delicious flavors and a diverse range of experiences and things to do. It’s even nicknamed the “Venice of America'' because of its 300+ miles of navigable waterways.

To explore what's new in this beautiful destination, Travel Weekly and VISIT FLORIDA, in partnership with Visit Lauderdale, sent a pair of travel advisors to Fort Lauderdale to explore its wealth of offerings. These Advisor Ambassadors, Erin Marr of Cruise Planners and Joe Leo of JBL Travel Group, shared their experiences with their clients and fellow advisors. Here are some highlights from their recent trip: 

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Greater Fort Lauderdale is more than just a beach destination. It’s a place that welcomes everyone under the sun. It's a place where people from more than 170 countries speak 147 languages. Greater Fort Lauderdale is rich with inclusive communities, thriving arts and culture, delicious flavors and a diverse range of experiences and things to do. It’s even nicknamed the “Venice of America'' because of its 300+ miles of navigable waterways.