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Water Taxi offers discounts

Water Taxi, available on The Intracoastal Waterway, runs scenic routes in Fort Lauderdale and an express route from Fort Lauderdale to Hollywood. Discount opportunities are offered, including evening fares and the popular Holiday Lights Tours in winter. Discounts for Holiday Lights Tours Water Taxi is offering a discount  for the popular Holiday Lights Tours in …

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Cheap winter break camps in Miami

Miami-Dade County Parks are a great deal year-round for enjoying our fantastic “winter” weather, and they’re an even better option for inexpensive Winter Break camps.  During the two-week break, parks in all corners of the county offering camps that include fitness, arts and crafts, sports and several field trips for students age 6-14. Camps run …

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How (and where) to recycle your Christmas tree in Miami

Ready to take down your beautiful Christmas tree? Don’t fret: If you don’t know what to do with the once-festive fir, now that the holiday is over, we’ve got some answers for you. Miami-Dade County’s Department of Solid Waste Management offers some pretty specific options, so please read the instructions carefully.  To keep up with …

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Photo Ops in South Florida

If you enjoy interesting opportunities for snapping selfies and family photos , we’re delighted to share some ideas in South Florida. When in public, please follow social distancing protocols. Please wear masks. Riverwalk in Fort Lauderdale read our feature Riverwalk in Fort Lauderdale offers scenic setting for walks & outdoor recreation   Please return to …

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Winter Wonderland exhibit in Plantation with free entry

Dozens of festive decorated trees and a train display are featured at a free Winter Wonderland exhibit  in Plantation.  For 2022, the display is usually open 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. & 1 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays November 19 – December 31, with free entry. The venue is not open: …

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‘Christmas Lights in the Acres’ is a dazzling display in Plantation

Lights dancing to favorite seasonal songs are the draw at a popular outdoor walk-up holiday light show in Plantation Acres. Christmas Lights in the Acres allows you to walk through the lights display. Tickets are required for the impressive light show synchronized to festive tunes. The fee is $10 per vehicle. Buy tickets in advance …

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Free workshops for DIY gifts at Broward library in Fort Lauderdale

For some folks on you holiday list, handmade presents are ideal. Broward Library in Fort Lauderdale is offering free workshops for DIY gifts and other art projects 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. December 17 at Broward Library, 100 S. Andrews Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, 954-357-7444 To keep up with latest news, sign up for the daily …

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Enjoy snow flurries, make a snowman at Dania Pointe Plaza

Snow flurries are featured at Dania Pointe, a shopping, dining and entertainment plaza in Dania. The snowfall displays with festive holiday songs are free. Parking is free. Let It Snow display Snow flurries 7 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Fridays & Saturdays November 25-December 23 Snow flurries 7 p.m. Sundays November 25-December 23 Snow flurries 5 …

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‘Christmas at The Oasis’: Holiday fun in Pembroke Pines

Entry is free for a walk-up or drive-through holiday display in Pembroke Pines with festive lights, snowfall and winter photo ops.   Other features include train rides and S’mores and other snacks for purchase.  Fees apply for train rides, $3. Photo Ops Festive places in South Florida for fun DIY photos “Christmas at The Oasis” is …

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Santa Claus and reindeer travel along river in Wilton Manors

Sometimes Santa soars in a flying sleigh. While in South Florida, he apparently enjoys traveling by river in a lighted water sleigh. He and his reindeer will be navigating the Middle River in Wilton Manors  5 p.m. December 14, weather permitting. Our jolly guy’s excursion launches from Colohatchee Boat Ramp. Spectators watch Santa from local …

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