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Located nine miles from San Juan Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport, or as it’s unofficially known San Juan Airport, is Old San Juan.  This area is also about a 9-minute walk from Port-O-Call, the cruise port in San Juan. This picturesque area is home to shops, restaurants, and loads of history!  There are even original cobblestone streets that are paved with blue stones.              You can check out not one, but two Spanish forts built to…

The City of Fort Lauderdale boasts more than seven miles of sparkling beaches that offer residents and visitors premier opportunities for recreation, relaxation and enjoyment. Fort Lauderdale's award-winning wavewall and signature beachfront promenade highlight city’s world-famous coastline, which is highlighted by an array of shops, restaurants, sidewalk cafes and entertainment venues.  Visitors can enjoy the beach, as well as attend live theater performance, and world-class shopping on Las Olas Boulevard.  The Water Taxi  is more than just a boat ride.  Captain…

Miami is home to thousands of mature adults and retirees, and during the winter, thousands more flock to Miami to enjoy the warm weather. Because of this, the city and its surrounding areas provide a plethora of offerings for people with a mobility scooter or wheelchair rental in Miami.  The Magic City has some of the best beaches in the world.   The ever-popular nightlife of South Beach is surrouned by the Art Deco district.  The historic district is where…

Hollywood, Florida is located between Miami and Fort Lauderdale and known for its beautiful beach.  The city makes a perfect setting for a beach vacation or “staycatation”.  The multiple hotels and resorts, including, Hollywood Beach Marriott, Diplomat Resort & Spa Hollywood, Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort as well as dozens of luxury hotels and condominiums offer oceanfront accommodations for those traveling in front out of town on vacation or for those locally on a weekend staycation.  Trolley service is available to…

Hallandale Beach and its iconic beach ball water tower beckons you to enjoy the warm sand and surf!  If the beach isn’t your thing, or you are looking for more excitement, check out Gulfstream Racetrack & Casino for the heart-pounding action wagering on "Sport of Kings" and gaming!  The track is a stone’s throw from the ocean making it one of the most beautiful in the country.  Gulfstream is home to premier thoroughbread racing and host of the annual Florida Derby. …

Sunny Isles Beach is located on a barrier island just north of Miami Beach and south of Fort Lauderdale surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean and Intracoastal Waterway.  Sunny Isles is home of Trump International Beach Resort Miami which is an upscale family-friendly retreat.  In addition, the city was once home to artistic ’50-style motels and small beachfront hotels which have slowly transformed luxury condominium/apartment high-rises and hotels.  The Miami seaside community includes two miles of beautiful white sand and one…

Aventura located equidistance between Miami and Fort Lauderdale being twelve miles away from each metropolitan city.  A residential neighborhood known for its world-class shopping.  Aventura Mall is the largest mall in the area with more than 280 shops.  The suburb is also home to JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa, a Mediterranean-style destination with world-class amenities features two championship golf courses redesigned by Raymond Floyd. Special Needs Group is pleased to service those staying in Aventura in need of mobility…

Bal Harbour Village is home to white sand beaches, deluxe oceanfront hotels, fine dining and upscale shopping.  Hotels include The Ritz-Carlton Bal Harbour, Quarzo Bal Harbour, Sea View Hotel, and St. Regis Bal Harbour.  The four hotels as well as internationally renowned Bal Harbour Shops offer plenty of stellar views and dining options. The Bal Harbour Shops’ two floors of boutiques surrounded by palm trees, founds and ponds attract shoppers from around the world. Special Needs Group is pleased to…

Just over 15 minutes’ drive east from Port Miami and about 20 minutes’ drive east of Miami International Airport brings you to the barrier island which is home to Miami Beach and the southern area of Miami known as South Beach. As you can imagine, the beaches here are the stars of the show. However, there are many other things to do here some of which still incorporate the beach and the water.  You can find art installations on the…

Little Havana is the center of Miami's Hispanic culture and Cuban heart.  Calle Ocho (Eighth Sreet) is the main street of the neighborhood which is filled with art, spirit, walk-up cafes, cigar smoking and dominoes. Versailles, on of Calle Ocho's most popular spots since 1971, features a plethora of Cuban cuisine - ham croquetas, Cuban sandwiches, ropa vieja with yellow rice, black beans and sweet plantains to go along with Cuban coffee (cafecitos) and espresso (cortados) to drink.   Along Calle Ocho, you'll also…

    The City of Deerfield Beach is just south of the Palm Beach County line and about 30 minutes north of Port Everglades. Water is the name of the game here!  Between relaxing on the beach, scuba diving, boating on the Intracoastal, of the thrill of Ski Rixen cable water skiing in Quiet Waters Park you are sure to find something you enjoy. Quiet Waters Park is also home to the annual Florida Renaissance Festival as well as a…

    The City of Deerfield Beach is just south of the Palm Beach County line and about 30 minutes north of Port Everglades. Water is the name of the game here!  Between relaxing on the beach, scuba diving, boating on the Intracoastal, of the thrill of Ski Rixen cable water skiing in Quiet Waters Park you are sure to find something you enjoy. Quiet Waters Park is also home to the annual Florida Renaissance Festival as well as a…

Known as the “Butterfly Capital of the World”, Coconut Creek is located northwest of Ft Lauderdale, FL.  It’s just a half-hour ride from Port Everglades cruise terminal.  The city has received many awards and titles including one the “Best Cities to Live in America” by Money Magazine.  The city boasts its Mainstreet Project which is anchored by the Promenade at Coconut Creek.  This 23-acre, open-air, upscale shopping and dining area will also be complimented by upscale housing upon completion. One…

  Coral Springs is a family-oriented community in western Broward County, about a half an hour’s drive northwest of Port Everglades.  It has some unique history including a famed covered bridge which was the first structure built there.  Even Johnny Carson once owned land here! There is a lot to discover and enjoy in Coral Springs.  You might want to wander on the boardwalk among tall cypress trees or look for swamp lilies in the Tall Cypress Natural Area. Maybe…

Everyone thinks of beaches when they think of Florida, don’t they?  How about a rodeo instead?  Welcome to the Davie, Cooper City and Southwest Ranches area!  It’s stone’s throw away from Port Everglades as well! The equestrian lifestyle is alive and well here, however there are all types of activities to enjoy.  There’s the Aquatic Center which provides programs such as scuba lessons and deep-water aerobics.  You can explore over 100 years of history at the Old Davie School Historical…

The beach is where it’s at in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea!  Come spend a lazy afternoon enjoying the warm waters off the beach in this small community.  Take a stroll or try your hand at fishing on Anglin’s Fishing Pier. Scuba diving and surfing are popular sports here, too.  You can also find live music every weekend and fun shops to poke around in.  Restaurants and beach-side bars abound for your amusement as well!   Special Needs Group is pleased to service you…