From smooth sailing to golden beaches, Greater Fort Lauderdale makes every cruise itinerary feel like a full vacation.

For cruise travellers, the voyage shouldn’t stop at the port—and in Greater Fort Lauderdale, it doesn’t have to. Just minutes from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and Port Everglades, the destination offers everything your clients need to turn their sailing into something even more memorable: stunning beaches, world-class dining, shopping, spas, and attractions that fit any travel style or schedule.

Whether your clients have just a few hours or a few extra days, the options are endless. Those arriving early can check into a beachfront hotel, enjoy rooftop cocktails on Las Olas, or catch a live show downtown before boarding. After the cruise, travellers can unwind with a beachside brunch, explore a museum, or take an airboat tour through the Everglades. Luggage storage options like Bags to Go and Bounce make it all stress-free and seamless.

Greater Fort Lauderdale is designed to make transitions easy. FLL is located just five minutes from the beach and about two miles from the port, which means clients spend more time enjoying and less time commuting. The area is also home to more than 38,000 unique lodging accommodations, from luxe resorts with ocean views to boutique stays in vibrant neighborhoods—all cruise-friendly and easy to access.

There are plenty of dining options throughout the destination, whether your clients want a quick bite between disembarking and their flight, or a multi-course experience to celebrate the journey. MICHELIN-recognized restaurants like Evelyn’s and MAASS offer upscale cuisine, while laid-back favourites like Boatyard, Coconuts, and Shooters provide classic dockside fare with a view. Many restaurants near the port offer happy hours, waterfront seating.

If they’re looking to stretch their sea legs, the destination delivers. Excursions range from kayaking and gondola rides to water taxis, boutique shopping, cultural institutions, and the sandy stretches of eight distinct beach communities. Whether your clients crave movement, relaxation, or a little bit of both, you can build in experiences that enhance their cruise rather than compete with it.

So whether your clients are coming in early to savour the sunshine or staying late to keep the vacation going, Greater Fort Lauderdale offers more than a port—it offers possibilities. Your clients will have access to all of this and more when you sign up for the Lauderdale Loyalist program, where insider perks, planning tools, and destination insights help you craft the perfect pre- or post-cruise itinerary—no guesswork required.

Sign up at LauderdaleLoyalist.com to learn more and book a trip for your clients.