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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. -- If you're looking for more than just a boat ride, the Jungle Queen River Cruise in Fort Lauderdale delivers a full-blown tropical escape. This four-hour dinner cruise glides down the New River through Fort Lauderdale to the a "tropical isle." Floridas longest-running tourist attraction has been entertaining visitors since 1935, and its easy to see why.

With a population of about 200,000 residents, this eastern Florida city is known for its quieter beaches, walkable downtown, and vibrant stores and restaurants. It's also famous for having hundreds of miles of canals that curl in and around the city - a feature that's earned it the nickname "Venice of America." Just like in Italy's Venice, these winding waterways are very much a part of daily life in this Florida city.

From its best Airbnbs, visitors can tap into that lifestyle and soak up South Florida's essence for as long as their trip allows. Whether tucked away in historic neighborhoods, perched on serene canals, or situated steps from the vibrant pulse of Las Olas, these stays are all about escape. With artful interiors, design-forward amenities, and resort-style outdoor spaces, they are designed to delight, recharge, and connect you with the rhythm of coastal luxury.

JetBlue will cease operations at Miami International Airport on Sept. 3 due to poor financial performance, focusing on Fort Lauderdale-Hollywoood International Airport instead.

Fort Lauderdale has received a request to dedicate $350,000 in taxpayer dollars to help brand the city during the 2026 World Cup, despite not being a host venue.

"Got a nice crowd out here,. We're out here on the regular."

"It's incredible - it's like being at the game," said Rubin, who has supported the team since its founding in 1993. "You get to watch it close up, the fans are great, there's ice..."

"EL AL Israel Airlines has informed the Broward County Aviation Department that it will cease operations at the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport in the second quarter of 2026," spokesperson Arlene Satchell said in an emailed statement.