Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (FXE) sits 5 miles north of downtown Fort Lauderdale. It is one of the busiest general airports in the country and the busiest US Customs facility for clearing international arrivals of general aviation aircraft and passengers. The airport grounds are also home to rare native species of gopher tortoise and burrowing owls.

Flamingo Gardens This 60 acre botanical garden and wildlife sanctuary houses flamingos, bobcats, alligators and native plants, including Florida’s “Champion” trees. Everglade Park An airboat tour through the Florida Everglades is a must for any nature enthusiast and a great way to see the abundance of wildlife, including alligators, turtles, and panthers. Las Olas Boulevard Las Olas Boulevard has a little bit of everything and is filled with museums, boutiques, restaurants, and bars.