A budget-friendly, full-service hotel near Fort Lauderdale Port Everglades Cruise Port and the Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Everyone has tips for saving money while you’re on your cruise ship. We scoured more than a dozen sources, including Cruisecritic, Fox News, USA Today, Frommers and others, to find the Top 6 ways to save some bucks while you cruise. According to our research, to save money onboard ship you should: Consider Advance Purchases. Read more about Top 6 Ways to Save Money On Your Cruise Ship[…]
Cirque du Soliel’s newest creation, Amaluna, makes its way to Sun Life Stadium in December. Slated for a six-week Miami run, the show features high-wire acts, musicians, tumblers, performers and actors. Nearly 50 performers from more than 15 nations take part in the two-hour spectacle, which also includes a 20-minute intermission. Amaluna tells the tale Read more about Cirque du Soleil’s Amaluna Comes to South Florida[…]
Three cruise ships are scheduled to join the fleet in Port Everglades this month. Regal Princess, the newest ship in the Princess line, had a naming ceremony on November 9. Carnival Conquest replaces Carnival Freedom for the season, and Celebrity Constellation returns from a summer in Europe. Two other major cruise ships, Queen Elizabeth and Queen Read more about 5 New Cruise Ships Hit Port Everglades[…]
Six Florida state parks are within day-trip driving distance of our hotel. You can stay close by at a beach in Fort Lauderdale. Or you can get adventurous and drive to Jupiter or the Florida keys. Either way, a day at a state-park beach may be just what the doctor ordered. State parks in Florida Read more about 6 Florida State Parks on the Beach[…]
Most of the five major Port Everglades cruise lines offer free mobile apps for cruisers. If you’re sailing on Celebrity CruisesCarnival Cruise Lines, Royal Caribbean International or Holland America, remember to download your free cruise-line app before you board. Another way to go: Cruise Ship Mate from Cruiseline.com. The free app includes information on all Read more about Download Free Cruise Line Mobile Apps[…]
Can you name Florida’s second largest tourist attraction, after Disney World? According to 83-year-old owner Preston Henn, it’s the Fort Lauderdale Swap Shop. Opened in 1966, Henn’s crazy venture began with just one drive-in movie screen and a few outdoor vendors. An outdoor food court was added in 1979. The building housing the food court was Read more about Browse at the Fort Lauderdale Swap Shop[…]
Do you know the difference between a port (harbor where ships dock) and a porthole (round window on the ship)? If not, you need to brush up on your cruise lingo before you board the ship. First, remember that you cruise aboard a ship. Not a boat. A ship can carry other boats, but a Read more about Learn the Lingo Before You Cruise[…]
No need to rent a car to tour Fort Lauderdale! You can see the sights of the city by taking a boat cruise. Grab a water taxi and ride a few stops, climb aboard an amphibious vehicle for a sea-and-land tour or take a ride on a riverboat. It’s a great way to tour the Read more about Tour Fort Lauderdale by Boat[…]
Your best deal for cruise parking is the hotel package deal. Save by combining your one-day hotel stay with cruise parking and transportation to the port. If you’re staying at a hotel either before or after your cruise, look for free parking for your vehicle for the length of your cruise. At Rodeway Inns & Suites, Read more about Parking for Cruises from Port Everglades[…]
Sawgrass Mills Mall, a 15-minute ride from Rodeway Inn & Suites, is the mecca of outlet mall shopping. The largest single-story mall in the country, Sawgrass Mills has more than 350 retail outlets, nearly 40 on-site restaurants and more than 20 movie theaters. There are 12,000 parking spaces at the mall, including a two-story parking garage. The Read more about Take a Shopping Trip to Sawgrass Mills Mall[…]
Ten music cruises to the Caribbean will depart from Fort Lauderdale’s Port Everglades during winter 2015. Ranging from gospel to heavy metal, these musical themed cruises feature numerous live performances and stop at multiple ports of call. Princess Cruises, Holland America and Royal Caribbean all offer music-themed cruises that depart and return from Port Everglades. Read more about 10 Music Cruises from Fort Lauderdale to the Caribbean in early 2015[…]
Our local newspaper, Sun Sentinel, has released its annual report on the best places to eat, drink and be merry in Fort Lauderdale. The special section focuses on the best food purveyors in six categories: Dishes, Casual Dining, Ethnic Food, Bars and Clubs, Special Occasion, and Service and Settings. The article also includes rankings in Read more about Best Nearby Places to Eat in Fort Lauderdale[…]
Search the web, and everyone agrees: Stay at a hotel the day before your cruise if you can. Wedge that extra day’s stay into your vacation budget. You’ll increase your family’s enjoyment while reducing your travel risks. It’s a win-win idea. Rodeway Inn & Suites Fort Lauderdale caters to the family looking for a pre-cruise Read more about Pre-Cruise Stays Are a Great Idea[…]
The National Hockey League pre-season begins at BB&T Center in one month. The Florida Panthers play six pre-season home games at the rink before the regular season gets underway in early October. Our hotel is close to BB&T Center, with free breakfast and free WiFi. Take advantage of our make-your-own waffle bar, then grab a Read more about Stay With Us for Hockey at BB&T Center[…]
We’ve scoured the internet for the best ideas on packing for your cruise. Whether you’re staying overnight at a hotel near the cruise port or you’re flying in on departure day, you’ll need to pack your bag efficiently for your cruise. Remember to leave room in your luggage for items you purchase on your trip! Read more about Top 5 Tips on Packing for Your Cruise[…]