FT. LAUDERDALE

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• ACE EDUCATIONAL SUPPLIES read more ›
  (5595 S University Dr, Davie. Tel. 954-680-8172)
  aceeducational.com
  Pick up an easel and watercolors to paint the sunrise on the beach, or grab a kickball for some fun on the sand. This shop even has funky frames for the photos from your getaway.
• BROWARD DESIGN CENTER read more ›
  (795 E Sunrise Blvd. Tel. 954-523-0840)
  Create your own backyard paradise inspired by the Florida outdoors. The stylish furnishings at this design outpost include sleek chaise lounges, canopies and statues worthy of a Palm Beach estate.
• DANIA BEACH MARINE FLEA MARKET read more ›
  (301 E Dania Beach Blvd, Dania Beach. Tel. 954-920-7877)
  daniamarinefleamarket.com
  This nautical flea market features vendors hawking everything from coral-encrusted antiques to fishing tackle. March 18-21.

• INTERNATIONAL SWIMMING HALL OF FAME read more ›
  (1 Hall of Fame Dr. Tel. 954-462-6536)
  www.ishof.org
  After being inspired by exhibits on swimming, diving, water polo and synchronized events, visitors here can find their inner Michael Phelps during a few laps at the neighboring Fort Lauderdale Aquatic Complex.
• CORAL SPRINGS FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS read more ›
  (The Walk on University Dr, Coral Springs. Tel. 954-340-5992)
  csfoa.org
  This free arts fest includes theatrical performances and live music, along with artists and craftsmen selling handmade jewelry, ceramics and sculptures. March 20-21.
• JOHN U. LLOYD BEACH STATE PARK read more ›
  (6503 N Ocean Dr, Dania. Tel. 954-923-2833)
  floridastateparks.org/lloydbeach
  This barrier island park is just south of the Port Everglades inlet, allowing easy ocean access for boaters. Mangrove-lined waterways provide scenic paths for canoe enthusiasts.

• CROISSAN’TIME read more ›
  (1201 N Federal Hwy. Tel. 954-565-8555)
  croissantime.com
  The breakfast croissants here are delectable—especially when stuffed with fruits and custard—and the decadent sandwiches at lunch are equally tasty. $$
• SMITH & JONES read more ›
  (1313 E Las Olas Blvd. Tel. 954-888-8993)
  smithandjones.us
  This affordable alternative from Chef Johnny Vinczencz (who drew attention for his high-end restaurant Johnny V down the street) offers live music and a menu full of comfort-food favorites, like ribs and meatloaf. $$$
• STEAK 954 read more ›
  (401 N Ft. Lauderdale Beach Blvd. Tel. 954-414-8333)
  steak954.com
  Spectacular views and juicy steaks attract customers to this newcomer on the city’s increasingly glitzy beachfront strip. Start with the big-eye tuna and foie gras tacos. $$$$$

• ART BAR read more ›
  (300 SW First Ave. Tel. 954-525-0044)
  www.artbarftlauderdale.com
  You may have trouble tearing your eyes away from the fashionable people to look at the art at this combination lounge and gallery, but you should try: The displays make this place cooler than your average bottle-service club.
• SPICE RESTO-LOUNGE read more ›
  (1934 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood. Tel. 954-923-3888)
  spiceresto-lounge.com
  After steaks and Latin drinks, people start dancing in their seats to house band Kaliente’s mix of Brazilian, salsa and meringue beats. Once the dance floor opens, expect it to stay packed until 4am.

• OCEAN DISCOVERY CENTER read more ›
  (5600 US 1 N, Ft. Pierce. Tel. 772-465-2400)
  fau.edu/hboi
  Interactive exhibits and displays describe the marine world and the institute’s research efforts, which include developing environmentally sustainable methods of fish farming and diving to the bottom of the ocean to search for future medicines.

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Fun Fact!
Only one in 10,000 queen conch shells contains a pearl.