Hollywood, Florida: All America City and
Revitalized Beach Destination for Sun-sational Experiences

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

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

SUN SEEKERS FLOCK SOUTH TO FLORIDA’S HOLLYWOOD
FOR A DIFFERENT KIND OF WINTER WONDERLAND

Snow-Like Sand Beaches and a Mild Winter Breeze Combine to Create
the Perfect Location for a Winter Getaway

HOLLYWOOD, FL - Travelers take a cue from snowbirds and begin planning trips south during what may likely be a frigid winter season. From late December through end of March 2009, South Florida cools slightly for a perfect weather vacation.

Escape the hustle and bustle of the holidays with a winter getaway to Hollywood. Nestled between beach chic Fort Lauderdale and sultry Miami; this re-emerging destination provides visitors with exceptional value and a diverse assortment of activities to satisfy a vacationer’s every wish.  From the seven miles of Blue Wave beaches and water activities to lush green golf courses and nature trails on land and water, experience a winter retreat under the warmth of the Florida sun.

Winter hot spot: al fresco activities under the sun

Hollywood’s outdoor locations and activities offer varied options for warm-weather fun. Boasting a year-round average temperature of 76º F and 3,000 hours of sunshine, Hollywood’s warm climate will melt away winter blues. These new, renovated, and re-developed places top the list of the things to do:

Hollywood Beach: Named one of “Top Three Most Active Beaches in the United States” by Travelocity.com, Hollywood Beach is a water lover’s paradise.  Visitors can choose to sunbathe on the beach or dive in for water activities including jet skiing, parasailing, kite surfing, and snorkeling. Off the coast, the Atlantic Ocean harbors three artificial coral reefs and hot pocket areas for deep-sea fishing and scuba diving.

The Hollywood Beach Broadwalk: Named one of America’s “Top 10 Nostalgic Promenades” by USA Today, the Hollywood Beach Broadwalk is a brick-lined pedestrian promenade bordered by six miles of coastline, boutique hotels, charming shops, and cafés.  The Broadwalk lends itself to a variety of sports from walking and running to rollerblading and bicycling.

Downtown Hollywood: The historic and re-developed Downtown District presents an evolving arts and dining scene in an area that was once a playground for mobsters, gangsters and high rollers.  Today, Downtown Hollywood is six blocks of sidewalk cafés, unique boutiques, art galleries, and top-rated restaurants.

ArtsPark at Young Circle: A 10-acre park uniting history, art, and nature, the ArtsPark is a cultural find surrounded by lush greens, interactive fountains, cultural events, and festivals year-round.

Anne Kolb Nature Center at West Lake Park: Visitors can kayak through the tidal channels deep in 1,500 acres of mangroves while exploring Florida’s eco-system or enjoy nature walks and exhibits at the park’s facilities.

For information hotels offering special winter rates throughout the season, visit www.visithollywoodfl.org/accommodations.html.

To learn more about Hollywood, its water and eco-friendly activities, evolving dining and nightlife scene, and the value-added accommodations, visit www.visithollywoodfl.org.

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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.