MMJJCREW Posted August 8, 2011 #1 Share Posted August 8, 2011 Our flight doesn't leave until 8pm at night when we get off the Freedom in Ft. Lauderdale which means we have to entertain 4 kids all day. Can anyone suggest someplace to go? Are there any beaches that have shower/changing areas? We will have a rental car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
riclop Posted August 8, 2011 #2 Share Posted August 8, 2011 Our flight doesn't leave until 8pm at night when we get off the Freedom in Ft. Lauderdale which means we have to entertain 4 kids all day. Can anyone suggest someplace to go? Are there any beaches that have shower/changing areas? We will have a rental car. Ft Lauderdale is a beautiful city with lots to do and see and beautiful beaches!!!You can also take an excursion thru carnival> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Tapi Posted August 8, 2011 #3 Share Posted August 8, 2011 There are beaches with public bathrooms and changing facilities, but besides the outdoor showers to wash off, I can't recall anything more private than that. Some of the attractions in the Ft. Lauderdale area: Ft. Lauderdale Beach Beach Place Las Olas Blvd Riverwalk Dania Beach Pier Sawgrass Mills (30 minute drive) Everglades Holiday Park (45 minute drive) Ft. Lauderdale Museum of Science and Industry (great for kids) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spcopps Posted August 8, 2011 #4 Share Posted August 8, 2011 there are the beaches but I have never seen a place to shower. There is sawgrass mall also which has a skate park inside. Google sawgrass mall and it will pull up (located in sunrise). There are also several parks with pools/splash pads and you could call and see if they have showers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorthTXRanchers Posted August 8, 2011 #5 Share Posted August 8, 2011 When we were in FLL (we arrived three days prior to our cruise) the thing we enjoyed the most was the sailing excursion we took there. It was a company called Tropical Sailing (research them on Trip Advisor's site) and for the dollar, it was a great way to spend the day. We were so thrilled, we left a glowing review on that site and I don't often take the time to do that. Got me started on booking all of my own excursions on cruises independent of the cruise line! I'd also highly suggest getting a water taxi pass for a day and exploring the entire area. You'll find cute shops and quaint one-owner restaurants too. Have fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tattoos Posted August 8, 2011 #6 Share Posted August 8, 2011 How about the Jungle Queen Riverboat tour on the New River in Fort Lauderdale? Great narrated tour cruising past some of the rich and famous' estates culminating in a stop at an Indian village with gator wrestling. It's only a few minutes drive from the cruise terminal right near the beach, restaurants, etc. It has been a few years since we have been on this tour, I think it's still operating. Web site: junglequeen.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tak81288 Posted August 8, 2011 #7 Share Posted August 8, 2011 You may also want to consider checking out a day room at a nearby hotel if you can't find a tour or something that will last you all day. Your family can enjoy the hotel amenities, such as the pool and have a room to shower, change, rest...etc...before your flight out. Have a great trip! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lettienets Posted August 8, 2011 #8 Share Posted August 8, 2011 This is a really nice day out http://www.flamingogardens.org/new_attractions.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Gail & Marty sailing away Posted August 8, 2011 #9 Share Posted August 8, 2011 Thay have nice beachs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
welldone60 Posted August 8, 2011 #10 Share Posted August 8, 2011 Our flight doesn't leave until 8pm at night when we get off the Freedom in Ft. Lauderdale which means we have to entertain 4 kids all day. Can anyone suggest someplace to go? Are there any beaches that have shower/changing areas? We will have a rental car. The kids might like this place. We visited last year. The monkeys roam free and there are various ways for you to feed them. Not to far from FLL. http://www.monkeyjungle.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Terre Posted August 8, 2011 #11 Share Posted August 8, 2011 We had a long layover one time in Ft. Lauderdale and rented a car. We drove around the city, laid out on the beach a few hours, had lunch, etc. It is really beautiful and so much fun to just see all the yachts and boats that are there. Whatever you do, don't hang around the airport, enjoy the day and the city. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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