By Contributing Writer
It's no surprise that so many people choose to vacation and retire in South Florida. The white sandy
beaches and clear blue oceans are enough to make even the pickiest of vacationers swoon. Home to exotic birds, tropical fish, palm trees and alligators, it's hard to think of this locale as a part of the
United States.
Flordia Keys
Whether it's snoring, diving, fishing, boating or swimming just in the ocean, the beautiful Florida keys have it all. The Florida Keys are home to America's only natural living-coral barrier reef.
61 Hawks Cay Boulevard
Duck Key, FL 33050
Tel: (888) 313-5749
www.fla-keys.com
Las Olas Boulevard
Las Olas Boulevard is located in Fort Lauderdale along the New River. Las Olas Boulevard is a historic street accessible by water taxi or walking. The boulevard is home to exclusive boutiques, five-star resorts and restaurants. Take a romantic walk along the waterfront to take in some of Las Olas Boulevard's historic architecture. If you happen to be with the family go to the IMAX theater or the Discovery Museum.
Las Olas Boulevard
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
www.lasolasboulevard.com
Everglades National Park
Go camping in the Everglades National Park, where the campground is shared with flamingos and other exotic birds. Take a walk along Anhinga Trail, a mile-long board walk inhabited by crocodiles and leather back turtles. Hike the Coastal Prairie Trail and see Florida panthers. Go canoeing through the wet lands.
40001 State Road 9336
Homestead, FL 33034
Tel: (305) 242-7700
www.nps.gov/ever
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