Last night my fiancee and I went to Canyon, one of the absolute best restaurants in Fort Lauderdale. We discovered Canyon about a year and a half ago on Zagat's, the restaurant rating system and fell in love with it upon first bite.Located in the coolest section of Fort Lauderdale next to the Gateway theater on Sunrise Blvd (just west of the Galleria Mall) Canyon is one of the many establishments there worth patronizing. If you have a to wait and you have ecclectic tastes in furniture and clothing, be sure to walk around the adjacent plaza for some fo the neatest stores that you can find in South Florida. I recommend that you do not go after 8:30/9 unless you want to wait for an hour, becasue they do not take reservations.I begin every expereience there with their signature drink, the P... 03/26/2008

The city of Fort Lauderdale in Broward County, Florida is a vibrant and thriving economic and tourism metropolitan area. The city's housing markets are viewed to be rebounding from the recent housing crunch, and it's one rebound that is clearly visible these days, as some developers are bucking the odds, and are starting to build new homes again. More Approvals Are Seen For New Developments Housing slump. Real estate bubble. These words were once-feared premonitions of a total breakdown in the country's housing markets. Some areas may still be mired in the flood of foreclosures, but some areas have shown tenacity to quickly rebound from the morass. Take Fort Lauderdale. Home developers in this city have recently sought and obtained approvals Tuesday for 629 residential condos or apartme... 03/25/2008

The city of Fort Lauderdale, located in Broward County, Florida, is considered to be a famous destination that once catered to vacationing spring break college students. The city now is a thriving business, real estate, and tourism hub for the county and South Florida, as well. This place has currently a total population of 152,397, and is the county seat as well. Fort Lauderdale's downtown area, particularly within and around Las Olas Boulevard, has seen robust growth in the last 10 years, and has a large array of new hotels, high-rise condominium developments and shopping centers. Among the city's other new improvements include a large selection of of new boutiques, galleries, and restaurants as well as upgrades to Lockhart Stadium, which hosts some regional sporting events. For those... 03/18/2008

Near my office today, on my way in, I saw a Gotham Dream Cars Trailer parked near Las Olas Isles and thought it would be a great idea to highlight their company.Gotham Dream Cars specializes in rentals of exotic cars such as Ferraris, Lamborghinis, Aston Martins, Bentleys, Mercedes, and Porsche and offers delivery and pick-up from your home, office, hotel, or any local airport.Not only can you rent these cars for your personal use, but they're also available to be rented for Gift Rentals (Birthdays, Anniversaries, Retirement, etc.), Corporate Access and Incentive Programs, Prop Cars/Special Event Rentals, and Charity Events.Another really cool thing that Gotham Dream Cars offers is the Gotham Dream Cars Tour, which gives you the thrilling opportunity to drive six different exotic sports... 03/18/2008

February, 2008 Ft. Lauderdale Real Estate Market ReportFt. Lauderdale Homes for Sale, Ft. Lauderdale Real EstateThere are currently 2,305 Single Family Homes for Sale in Ft. Lauderdale. Click here to search Ft. Lauderdale Homes for SaleOf the 2,305 Single Family Homes for Sale in Ft. Lauderdale:614 are priced under $250,000761 are priced between $250,000 and $499,999427 are priced between $500,000 and $999,999503 are priced at $1,000,000 and above, with the highest priced home offered at $28,500,000Click here to view the top 50 highest priced Single Family Homes for Sale in Ft. LauderdaleThere are 114 pending Sales of Single Family Homes in Ft. Lauderdale (priced between $65,000 and $15,500,000).  During the month of February, 2008, there were 55 Single Family Homes sold in Ft. Lauderda... 03/17/2008

The City of Ft Lauderdale has extended it's deadline for the 2008 Community Appearance Awards Program. I know you must be thinking the same thing I was thinking when I first saw this article courtesy of the city's website. Ok, hold on! don't go start breathing heavy, thinking the city is wasting tax payer's money. The program per the website, is sponsored particially by way of private and corporate donations. What got me interested in this subject was the fact that the city of Ft Lauderdale and it's residents have been able to maintain this program since 1978. The program as I understand it "recognize homeowners, architects, landscapers and developers for their individual efforts to enhance the City's visual image and economic vitality" [city website] I personally think this is a good t... 03/17/2008

Ft. Lauderdale offers beautiful beaches, vibrant nightlife, shopping, fabulous Restaurants, Art Galleries, Boutiques, and much more. If you're planning to relocate to Ft. Lauderdale to buy a Ft. Lauderdale Luxury vacation home or already live here and would like to buy a Ft. Lauderdale Luxury Home, Ft. Lauderdale Waterfront Home, or Ft. Lauderdale Luxury Property, it's my pleasure to offer you a complimentary Helicopter Tour of Ft. Lauderdale.Our Ft. Lauderdale Helicopter Tour will include beautiful Atlantic Ocean and Intracoastal views of Ft. Lauderdale, aerial views of Ft. Lauderdale Waterfront neighborhoods, and surrounding areas.  Driving to view Ft. Lauderdale Waterfront Homes is one thing, but adding stunning aerial views will allow you to fully appreciate the beauty of Ft. Lauder... 03/15/2008

Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood - Boca Raton Home PageBlessed with a semi-tropical climate and outstanding cultural and recreational opportunities, Ft Lauderdale is indeed a great place to live, work, play and raise a family.Ft Lauderdale offers a vibrant business environment, good jobs and a great quality of life. From Fortune 500 companies to small Art galleries,Ft Lauderdale is one of the fastest growing areas in Florida. It is also home to a largely upscale, diverse, multiethnic population that helps create its cosmopolitan, international flavor. Its own major international airport connects it to the world. Technorati ProfileIf you never went anywhere else in Florida, Ft. Lauderdale would suffice – it’s that good! “The Venice of America”More than 300 miles of navigable inland waterways ... 03/15/2008

The city of Fort Lauderdale is famous across the US for being known as the "Venice of America". This urban metropolis has an expansive and intricate canal system, and is located in Broward County, Florida. At present, the metropolis has a population of 185,804, and serves as the county seat. This sunny city's first major development started in the early 1920s, when the state's land boom began. However, The 1926 Miami Hurricane and the succeeding years of the Great Depression wreaked havoc on the area and caused a major economic slump. At the start of World War II began, the city became a major US Navy base, where the US Armed Forces trained pilots, radar and fire control operators. The Housing Slump Is The Worst Ever In South Florida's History Broward County and the rest of South Florid... 03/12/2008

Broward County is one of the most progressive area in th estate of Florida. The county has a population of about 1,787,636 ; which makes it the second most populated county in the state. Its county seat and largest city is Fort Lauderdale. The county has a vibrant economic, tourism, education, and arts & cultural scene, and despite the temporary concerns brought about by the US housing slump, its economy remains vibrant and residents here remain upbeat about long-term prospects when it comes to housing and mortgages. County Housing Market Figures For January 2008 With most of the US housing market slumbering because of the mortgage crisis, home prices and sales of existing homes dropped last January, as the downturn in South Florida's housing market has entered into its third year. In B... 03/09/2008

The city of Fort Lauderdale in Broward County, Florida has more to offer than just the wonderful, sunny climate and pristine with-sand beaches. And while these are obviously one of the best attractions of the area, the city is also a vibrant business, educational and cultural destination. The metropolis is famous for being known as the Venice of America, and has over 300 miles of waterways, so getting a home on a waterway or canal would not be as hard as one might think, and there are currently many options available for prospective home buyers, despite the glitches created by the current US housing market crisis. Current Home Sales And Inventory Figures The real estate agent's association of Ft. Lauderdale has provided a more current observation of real estate trends and news, which sh... 03/08/2008

Fort Lauderdale is known as a major tourist destination and generally gets around 10 million tourists or more annually, and has been given the distinction of a metropolitan city mainly because of its cultural diversity. The city got its name from a series of forts built by Army during the Second Seminole War in the 18th Century. The forts, in turn, had taken their names from Major William Lauderdale, who lead the command of troops who built the first fort. The city is considered to be a wonderful place to live, work and play, because of its dynamic business, social and cultural lifestyle. The city’s riverfront district, which was developed within the past five years, offers wonderful cafes and restaurants, entertainment and business amenities that area located comfortably within walking... 03/05/2008

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Famous for being known as the "Venice of America," the city of Fort Lauderdale is located in Broward County, Florida. The city has a total population of 152,397, and is the county seat of Broward County, and forms a part of the South Florida metropolitan area. The city's extended metro area covers 23 miles of beachfront that stretches along the Atlantic Ocean waters. This pleasant metropolis has been refined into a vibrant, yet casually sophisticated city, offering more than 2,500 restaurants that have world-class dining amenities, but still retains that unique local flavor and personality. The climate in this part of the state is tropical, and averages a year-round temperature of 77 degrees. The City Has Seen Robust Growth In The Past Decade Fort Lauderdale's downtown area, especially... 03/02/2008

Ft. Lauderdale is a city in Broward County, Florida that is considered one of he best places to live in the state, in part because it is rich with a network of waterways and canals, making it known as the "Venice of America", with the intercoastal waterway and Las Olas area located at the hear of the city. Probably one of the most unique features of the city, and of Broward county as well is the strategic location of the area wherein it is situated between two other major counties - Miami-Dade and Palm Beach. Most view this as a very convenient location, and within just a thirty minute drive, residents here will have easy access to more activities and amenities, from the region's three main airports and sea ports for travel, to more amenities for outdoor and watersports activities, ente... 02/25/2008

It's time again for the Las Olas Art Festival (the 2nd one of the Season) and Ft. Lauderdale's Las Olas Boulevard is the ideal backdrop for this festival. This year's Las Olas Art Festival is the 20th Anniversary of the Las Olas Art Festival.  The Las Olas Art Festival will feature Life-size sculptures, spectacular paintings, one-of-a-kind jewels, photography, ceramics, and much more. The location will be: Las Olas Blvd (SE 6th Ave to SE 11th Ave).I'll be attending on Saturday.  The Las Olas Art Festival dates are Saturday and Sunday, March 1 and March 2, 2008.  It will definitely be a treat!--------------Vickie Arcuri, Realtor®EWM Realtors1700 E. Las Olas Blvd., Suite 103Ft. Lauderdale, FL  33301Cell:  (954) 708-9309vickie@vickierealestate.com  Fort Lauderdale Luxury HomesContact me if... 02/24/2008

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The SunTrust Sunday Jazz Brunch is an ideal way to relax and enjoy Fort Lauderdale's scenic Riverwalk. Listen to the soulful sounds of outstanding local jazz artists on four stages from 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. on the first Sunday of each month.Picnic by the river or purchase fabulous food and beverages from area restaurants and vendors. 2008 is the 18th anniversary of the acclaimed SunTrust Sunday Jazz Brunch, produced by the City of Fort Lauderdale Parks and Recreation Department and sponsored by SunTrust. There is no admission fee.  Parking is available in several nearby Garages.  To find directions to the event, you can enter the following address: 20 N New River Dr E., Fort Lauderdale , FL 33301I've attended several times and will be there Sunday, March 2nd.  This event is great for an... 02/24/2008

The city of Fort Lauderdale, located in Broward County, has a recorded population of around 173,000, as well as population density of around 4, 800 per square mile in an area that totals 36 square miles. English is the predominant language in the city, followed by Spanish, French Creole, French and Portuguese. The city's real estate has doubled in value in recent years, with the median home value closing at $400,000, and the median home age is 38 years. This city is famous for being considered the 'Venice of America', with the Atlantic Ocean and an elaborate network of canals, waterways, and even lakes creating a truly unique environment, especially for all types of water enthusiasts. For prospective home buyers here, the metropolis offers an assortment of home options, ranging from sin... 02/23/2008

Next Saturday we will be at the Fort Lauderdale Sheraton for the mountain real estate expo. There are over 60 real estate brokers already registered to be at the show. It is from 10 am to 6 pm both Saturday and Sunday. It is being advertised heavily on the air waves in Florida. This is the fourth show. There wil be people from 4 states there showing mountain property.Why bring this up ? The number 2 destination for baby boomers is mountains for a second home or retirement home. This is a great opportunity to network and increase your income through referrals. If you stop by the All Mountain Realty Booth and are an active rainer or read this blog on Active Rain say hello. We would love to meet you. and work out a program where we can both do well. We currently have a couple of referral p... 02/21/2008