You know it’s fall when high temps dip into the low 80s, pumpkin becomes the “it” flavor of the season and Fort Lauderdale is abuzz with boat talk. The 48th Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show kicked off yesterday and continues through the weekend. Over $2 billion in superyachts, boats, accessories and other electronics will be displayed in six sites around the city. Here are some of the highlights for each site:
Bahia Mar
- Multi-million dollar superyachts (80’ and up)
- International Yacht Builders Pavilion
- Motoryachts and sportfishers
Hall of Fame Marina
- Brokerage boats
- The exotic car showcase
Las Olas Marina
- Catamarans (37’ to 80’)
- Brokerage boats (37' to 80')
Fort Lauderdale Grande Hotel & Yacht Club & Pier 66
- “Queen of the Show,” the 223’ Kismet
Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward County Convention Center:
- Fishing boats
- Family cruisers
- Fishing equipment
- Jet boats
There will also be kids fishing clinics, environmentally friendly boats and products, U.S.- and world-debuting boats and plenty of food and shopping. Get there early this weekend for the best chance at parking (even then, good luck!). For more info, visit showmanagement.com.
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