Hollywood, Florida: All America City and
one of Fodor's "Best Beaches for Families"

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Judy Erickson
Hollywood, Florida Office of Tourism
(954) 921-3478
Email: jerickson@hollywoodfl.org

Fun, Affordable and Accessible Florida Beach Vacation in Hollywood

Unique destination offers plenty to see and do

Award-winning beaches, warm Atlantic waters, soft ocean breezes and activities in abundance make Hollywood, Florida, an appealing seaside destination.

Hollywood boasts seven miles of uncrowded and uninterrupted natural beach that has been Blue Wave-certified by the Clean Beaches Council for the past 10 years and recently was selected as one of the 2009 "Best Beaches for Families" in Florida by Fodor's Travel Guides. Hollywood Beach is the only beach in all of Broward and Miami-Dade counties to be recognized for its quality sand and amenities.

Located only 10 minutes from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and 20 minutes from Miami International Airport, Hollywood is a natural oasis in a thriving metropolis. Home to Florida's only oceanfront pedestrian promenade, Hollywood's 2.5-mile Broadwalk is framed by quaint seaside inns with kitchenettes, boutique hotels and luxury resorts as well as charming cafés, restaurants and shops. Rent a bicycle for the hour, day or week and enjoy a scenic ride along the completely car-free Broadwalk, where frequent live entertainment and cultural events are presented year-round.

Dockside and oceanfront dining abounds along the scenic Intracoastal Waterway and the Hollywood Beach Broadwalk, whose fare varies from succulent stone crabs to sirloin burgers at the one-of-a-kind Le Tub Saloon, whose char-grilled masterpiece was named the "best hamburger in America" by GQ magazine.

Hollywood is an eco-friendly paradise rich in outdoor adventure, from scenic bicycle trails and eco-walks to full-moon kayaking and nighttime guided sea turtle excursions. A full range of activities to satisfy all interests includes fishing, diving, snorkeling, jet skiing, parasailing, hiking and bird-watching in a preserved wildlife sanctuary, and canoeing or kayaking along paddling trails just a short walk from the seashore.

Sports and health enthusiasts can easily avail themselves of year-round golf at prime courses, yoga and tai chi on the beach, a weekly oceanside organic green market and soothing spa treatments at beach-area resorts.

Hollywood's Old Florida charm, embodied in its unique architectural styles and warm hospitality, is enhanced by updated amenities that include trendy art galleries and cultural centers, exciting casino and nightclub venues, and a full range of shopping and dining options.

Vibrant Downtown Hollywood features an eclectic array of eateries, from bistros and charming cafés to lively jazz clubs. The downtown selection encompasses gourmet dining and international fare, and includes sushi, Thai, Italian, Argentinean and contemporary American cuisine. Popular landmark restaurants and chic new establishments situated along brick-lined walks are interspersed with six blocks of unique boutiques, specialty shops, art galleries and live entertainment venues. And the stunning new ArtsPark at Young Circle offers additional entertainment options in an idyllic 10-acre setting.

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About Hollywood, Florida
Situated between Fort Lauderdale and Miami, Hollywood, Florida, the 2007 All-America City and one of Fodor's 2009 "Best Beaches for Families," is a desirable year-round destination offering more than 5,000 hotel rooms at a variety of hotels, resorts and Superior Small Lodgings. Minutes away from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and Miami International Airport and home to Port Everglades, the largest cruise port in the world, Hollywood visitors enjoy seven miles of Blue Wave beaches; a two-and-a-half-mile European-style Broadwalk lined with cafés, restaurants, boutique and full-service hotels and resorts as well as vacation apartments facing the ocean; a revitalized Historic Downtown Hollywood and new ArtsPark at Young Circle; and an array of activities including first-class shopping, waterfront, nature and dining experiences. For more information about Hollywood, FL, contact the Hollywood Office of Tourism at (877) 672-2468 or visit www.visithollywoodfl.org.