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Fort Lauderdale, known as the "Venice of America" due to its expansive and intricate canal system and River Walk. The city is known for its beaches, many bars, nightclubs, and overall party atmosphere. |
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The city is known for its sandy beaches, trendy bars, chic nightclubs, and overall party atmosphere. The city's population is described as metropolitan where diverse culture is commonplace. Fort Lauderdale now attracts a more sophisticated and affluent tourist, however it still remains a popular spring break destination for college students. The entertainment district runs east-west along Las Olas Blvd. , from the beach to the heart of downtown. The district is anchored in the West by the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, and runs through the city to arrive at the intersection of Las Olas and A1A. |
Fort Lauderdale's economy is heavily reliant on tourism. During the 1970s, the city was known as a spring break destination for college students. The tourist dollars are largely directed toward cruise ships and the array of nautical recreation. Fort Lauderdale now attracts a more sophisticated and affluent tourist however it still remains a popular spring break destination for college students.
The entertainment district runs east-west along Las Olas Boulevard, from the beach to the heart of downtown. The district is anchored in the West by the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, and runs through the city to arrive at the intersection of Las Olas and A1A. This intersection is the "ground zero" of Fort Lauderdale Beach, and is the site of the "Elbo Room" bar featured in the 1960 film Where the Boys Are, which led in large measure to the city's former reputation as a spring break mecca. The city also hosts Langerado, an annual music festival.
Fort Lauderdale is a major manufacturing and maintenance center for yachts. The boating industry is responsible for over 100,000 jobs in the area. With its many canals, and proximity to the Bahamas and Caribbean, it is also a popular yachting vacation stop. The boating industry is in transition as high land cost are forcing marinas to sell and relocate out of the area. Additionally, the number of boat slips are declining as marinas are more actively seeking the large mega-yachts.
The downtown area, especially around Las Olas Boulevard, has seen dramatic growth in the past decade, and now hosts many new hotels and high-rise condominium developments. Other improvements include a wide array of new boutiques, art galleries, and restaurants as well as upgrades to Lockhart Stadium (to attract marquee sporting events).
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