24 Hours In Fort Lauderdale: A Beach Goers Guide, Fort Lauderdale, Florida

With its glistening beaches and lively atmosphere, Fort Lauderdale is an incredible destination in Florida to experience the Atlantic Ocean’s coastal serenity. During a short weekend trip, mom and I escaped wintery Connecticut and spent the majority of the time at the beach. We were total beach babes and although we didn’t get to do a lot of sightseeing, we discovered plenty of things to do near our resort, Ocean Manor Beach Resort.

If you’re short on time and only have a day to spare in Fort Lauderdale, this itinerary highlights fun things to do in Fort Lauderdale especially if you want to primarily take advantage of the beach.

From seeking nirvana through yoga or happy hour at a tiki bar, here are some fun ways to enjoy Fort Lauderdale Beach.

Wake up and join a yoga class on the Fort Lauderdale Beach. Every week, members of the city’s yoga community meet on Fort Lauderdale Beach for an hour of “slow HATHA flow” yoga. Here you can practice yoga postures, breathing techniques, and meditation while listening to the soothing waves. Each class is led by one of South Florida’s best yogis, who emphasize openness and freedom of expression through yoga. Classes are donation-based and open to all levels (even newbies). Don’t forget to bring your own mat and towel and a cash donation of $10 USD. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).