From Beach Town to Downtown
In Fort Lauderdale, full-service hotels with famous brand names have always clustered on the beach. But several hotel developers have pounced on opportunities to build in the downtown area, where…
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Yankee Pride
For more than 60 years, the Yankee Clipper has been one of the most striking and popular hotels on Fort Lauderdale beach, even if the hotel shaped like a ship…
The Empire of Steven
Pompano-based Steven G. has built a worldwide interior design reputation, but he started from the bottom. Today he has an empire – and advice for people looking to add that…
Down the Line
Passenger train service is scheduled for arrival this summer in South Florida. A private company will start running passenger trains between the downtown stations in Miami and West Palm Beach…
Research Hub
For a city or region to become a big player in science and research‑related industries, there needs to be ambitious, joined‑up work between higher education and major companies. A new…
Evander at Rest
Boxing legend Evander Holyfield has made mistakes – many well-documented. But he’s also made friends and fans through big‑hearted generosity and a moral character for which he credits his mother.…
Two Wheels vs. Four
Always warm and flat as an ironing board, South Florida should be a cyclists’ paradise – but this is one of the most dangerous places in the U.S. to ride…
The Seaside Gift Guide
This holiday season, don’t go generic – give gifts with true Fort Lauderdale flair. And if you need help, hey, you came to the right place. Edible & Drinkable Some…
Making a Scene
“Hip” and “trendy” have never been words that dripped off the tongue when discussing Oakland Park. But a mixture of ambitious plans from city hall, comparatively low rents and a…
NFL on the Water
Marine Industries Association of South Florida executive director Phil Purcell likes to compare boating to the NFL and the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show to the Super Bowl – and…