Post on 06-Oct-2020
Thank you for choosing us for your stay here in sunny Southern Florida! We are
so excited to host you!!!
Casa Cordova 1441 Cordova Road, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
There are so many things do in the
area. Here is a list of our favorites!!! We
hope you enjoy your trip!! Reach out
to us if you require anything during
your visit, we'd be happy to assist you!
Enjoy the tropical paradise!!
Transportation and Excursions
JUNGLE QUEEN RIVERBOAT
TROPICAL ISLE DINNER AND SHOW WITH SIGHTSEEING CRUISE … Fully narrated cruise down the "Venice of
America," Fort Lauderdale's New River, sailing through Millionaire's Row with homes of the Rich and Famous,
spectacular Mega Yachts, and sights beyond belief. When you arrive at our tropical isle, you'll be treated to
an All-You-Can-Eat Dinner featuring barbeque baby back ribs, barbeque chicken, peel & eat shrimp and all
the fixin's. Live entertainment during dinner, and a laugh out loud variety show after dinner. Be sure to take a
few minutes to tour our beautiful tropical isle with lush foliage, exotic animals, and yummy soft serve ice
cream at our gift shop.
Sails From: The Bahia Mar Yachting Center on A1A
Boarding Starts: Approx. forty-five (45) minutes prior to departure
Departs: 6:00 PM
• Monday-Sunday: July & Last Week of December
• Tuesdays - Sunday: March, Apr, May, June, Aug & Dec
• Wednesday - Sunday: Jan, Feb, Sept, Oct & Nov
Arrives Back at Dock: 10:00 pm
AFTERNOON SIGHTSEEING CRUISE & TROPICAL ISLE VISIT... Jungle Queen's Spectacular Afternoon Tropical Isle
Visit and Sightseeing Cruise. A daily, fully narrated cruise down the "Venice of America," Fort Lauderdale's his-
toric New River. See Millionaire's Row with homes of the Rich and Famous, spectacular Mega Yachts, and
sights beyond belief. The cruise takes you to our own lush tropical isle where you can watch an alligator show,
see exotic birds, lemurs and monkeys, hold a baby alligator or one of our birds, and have your picture taken
with them. Hungry? Thirsty? Enjoy our extensive concession stand
menu – burgers, hot dogs, chicken sandwiches, chips, ice cream,
soda and much more.
Sails From: The Bahia Mar Yachting Center on A1A
Boarding Starts: Approx. forty-five (45) minutes prior to departure
Departs: 1:30 pm Daily, Year-Round
Arrives Back at Dock: 4:30 pm
Special Notes:
To ensure you get on the cruise in time, we suggest allowing additional time for traffic, parking, purchasing
tickets or exchanging your ticket vouchers for boarding passes and boarding.
Infants (under 2 years of age) must be in our passenger count. So, when you are making a reservation online,
on the phone, or at our box office, please indicate if you have an infant accompanying you and how many.
*Length of tour may on occasion vary due to weather conditions, and / or traffic on waterways
Hungry? Thirsty? Try something from our onboard menu. We have Chips, Snacks, Water, Sodas, Liquor, Beer,
Wine, Coffee & More. Now that's saying a mouthful.
CRUISES SAIL, RAIN OR SHINE!
For information and reservations go to junglequeen.com or call 954.462.5596
Since 1935
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Transportation and Excursions
PEBIUS PUB CRAWL IN FORT LAUDERDALE … Put on your best pair of short
shorts and get ready to party around Las Olas. Fort Lauderdale’s best
mode of transportation takes you on a two-hour bar crawl to three of the
best bars around Las Olas and Downtown Himmarshee Village. A souvenir
cup is included so you can bring your drink from the bars back onto the
party bike. Each Party Bike comes with a pilot who plays music and keeps
the fun going. Through the miracles of science this amazing vehicle is
powered by pedaling. Don’t worry though! It’s super easy to pedal. Book
by-the-seat on our social mixer tour or rent the entire bike to make it a pri-
vate party.
FORT LAUSERDALE WATER TAXI … This is a fantastic method of transporta-
tion! Open 10 AM to 10 PM every day!! They have fifteen stops in Fort
Lauderdale and Hollywood, Florida. An adult ticket is $28, a senior or mili-
tary ticket is $23, and children 5-11 are $14 for the entire day 10-10. They
have two stops very near us here at Casa Cordova. Stop #3 (15th St. Fish-
eries) is located at 1900 SE 15th St and is only 0.6 miles from here! Stop #4
(Hilton Marina and Convention Center) is located at 1881 SE 17th St. And
is 0.9 miles away. Feel free to check out their website at watertaxi.com for
a full map!!
Food and Drink
PARK AND OCEAN ... Spectacularly located in Fort Lauderdale's Birch
State Park. Aptly named Park and Ocean, the restaurant and garden sits
amid a shady grove on the SE side of Birch Park along A1A featuring
oceanfront seating and views. Their Caribbean and Southern influenced
menu offers an eclectic mix of "farm to table" items. They created several
social seating areas to create a unique experience for 2-2000 guests to sit
back and enjoy all that nature has to offer. They even have their own in-
house brewery named Shady Brewing. They offer specialty beers featur-
ing the finest fruits that Florida has to offer, in-house cold brewed coffee,
and rustic iced tea on tap!!
HISTORIC DOWNTOWNER SALOON ... American fare, river views, live music
& daily specials make this comfy tavern a local hangout. Located in the
heart of downtown Fort Lauderdale on the New River, the Historic Down-
towner is a fixture for regulars and newcomers. Sunday Brunch live music
on the Riverwalk, weekly special guests. Wed-Sat live entertainment.
BOKAMPERS SPORTS BAR AND GRILLE ... Fresh sushi station, pub food, 70+
TV's, game room, outdoor lounge with firepit. This mega sports bar offers a
stadium feel with family room comfort and views of Fort Lauderdale’s In-
tracoastal Waterway. Diners can tie up their boats, hop off the Water Taxi,
or drive on over to watch every sport, every game, and every event. “The
Best Game in Town” is Fort Lauderdale’s hot spot with its top-rated Ameri-
can craft beers, diverse menu and state-of-the-art audio/visual system. 2
Food and Drink
SHOOTERS WATERFRONT ON THE INTERCOASTAL ... Live music, water view,
happy hour half price 4-7 PM. Shooters Waterfront is the largest water-
front restaurant in Ft Lauderdale with over 350 feet of private dock space
and over 35,000 sq. ft. of indoor/outdoor space. The landmark property
proudly serves over 500,000 guests annually, and that number has steadily
grown each year. Shooters Waterfront embodies the memories and his-
torical spirit of good times, great food and incredible views of the Intra-
coastal Waterway since it was inception in 1979.
15TH STREET FISHERIES ... Veteran marina eatery dishing upscale & casual
fare with live music. 15th Street Fisheries is located inside the city's most
famous nautical landmark, Lauderdale Marina, and offers the freshest
seafood featuring the most impressive waterway views in South Florida,
both upstairs for dinner and all-day downstairs at Fisheries Dockside. The
restaurant is fun for the whole family and includes one of the area’s top
attractions, feeding giant tarpon fish from the marina’s docks.
THE WRECK BAR ... Experience the world-famous Wreck Bar! Now with
something for everyone Wednesday through Sunday. This historic destina-
tion is one of the few places in the world where you can enjoy the beauty
of living mermaids and aquamen from a porthole view while enjoying a
tropical cocktail and dining on fresh seafood. Open Wednesday through
Saturday - 6 PM to 2 AM, Sunday - 11 AM to 2 PM. 21 and over after 9 PM.
MARGARITAVILLE HOLLYWOOD BEACH RESORT … Hollywood Beach Board-
walk, oceanside dining, and Margaritaville Resort, plus a waterfront park.
Margaritaville invites guests to raise a glass and take a bite out of para-
dise and most of all to relax and have a great time. It’s fun and has some-
thing for everyone; it’s current and contemporary and offers an escape
to paradise, if only for a few hours. With coastal-inspired, made-to-order
dishes and hand-crafted cocktails, there is no better spot to sit, sip and
savor. Live entertainment is a key ingredient to this two-story paradisiacal
concoction, offering something for everyone to enjoy while overlooking
the resort’s pool and beachscape.
SOUTHPORT RAW BAR & RESTAURANT … Fort Lauderdale's premier Raw Bar.
Been in business for 50 years a Locals favorite. With Patio Dining over look-
ing the waterway, live music 7 days a week. Featuring South Florida favor-
ites like conch and dolphin fish, as well as traditional seafood staples from
up and down the coast … even catfish! Come by Car or Boat, a Fort
Lauderdale tradition. Just across the street from Casa Cordova!
“Walkable” Restaurants: Kelly’s Landing New England Seafood, Laspada’s Original Hoagies (Ft. Lauderdale
landmark!), Fresh First (gluten-free), Boatyard (seafood), Quarterdeck (beach-themed comfort food), Green
Bar and Kitchen (vegan), Carlos & Pepe’s (Mexican), Siam House (Thai), Bistro Mezzaluna (Italian steakhouse),
Indian Harbor (Indian), Gilbert’s 17th Street Grill (American fare), KUBO (Asian fusion) … all within 1/2 mile!
Local/Unique Pizza Delivery : DoughBoys Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant (closes 2AM Fri and Sat) - 954.761.7652,
Vito’s Gourmet Pizza (closes 4 AM) - 954.463.4033, Manhattan NY Restaurant & Pizza (closes 3 AM Mon-Wed, 4
AM Thur-Sat) - 954.990.4757, Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza (closes 10 PM) - 954.462.5555, Big C’s Downtown Pizze-
ria (open until 2 AM) - 954.463.4801, Pie-Zan’s (closes 9:30 PM) - 954.462.9222 3
Shopping
LAS OLAS BOULEVARD SHOPS ... Shopping on Fort Lauderdale’s Las Olas
Boulevard is truly a “shoppers’ paradise”. We invite you to experience one
of South Florida’s premier shopping destinations. Las Olas Boulevard has
the variety of stores, boutiques, and galleries that delight and beckon to
keep you coming back. The Las Olas shops service the needs of the local
residents and businesses, and to the seasonal and new visitors of Fort
Lauderdale.
GALLERIA MALL … The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale is one of South Florida’s
premier shopping destinations with more than 100 fashion retailers includ-
ing Neiman Marcus, Macy’s and Dillard’s; as well as popular stores - in-
cluding American Eagle Outfitters, Apple, Ann Taylor, Banana Republic,
Free People, H&M, J. Crew, Lucky Brand, Michael Kors, Pandora, Sephora
and Williams-Sonoma. The Galleria also features Elizabeth Arden Red Door
Spa and several fine dining establishments such as Seasons 52, The Capi-
tal Grille, Truluck’s, P.F. Chang’s and Blue Martini.
History
THE HISTORIC STRANAHAN HOUSE MUSEUM ... The Historic Stranahan
House Museum is the City's oldest surviving structure. The volunteers lead
tours a few times a day and explain the history behind the house. This was
built by Frank and Ivy Stranahan in the early 1900s. Ivy was the first ever
teacher in the area. This house was built as a trading post in the begin-
ning. The Stranahans are treated as the forefathers of Fort Lauderdale by
the locals because of their support to the locals and the Seminole Indians.
The house is set in a beautiful riverside and close to the water taxi stop no
2. The entrance for this is $12 per adults, $11 for seniors and $7 for stu-
dents. Well worth the visit if you’re interested in learning about the history
of Fort Lauderdale.
NSU ART MUSEUM FORT LAUDERDALE ... A dynamic cultural hub located on
vibrant Las Olas Boulevard in the heart of downtown Fort Lauderdale's
arts district. The museum's distinctive modernist building, which opened in
1986, was designed by the renowned architect Edward Larrabee Barnes.
NSU Museum of Art's permanent collections contain more than 6,000
works, including celebrated holdings by the post-war, avant-garde Euro-
pean Cobra artists, the nation's largest collection of works by American
painter William Glackens, and a significant collection of works by leading
Latin American artists. The museum's 83,000 square-foot building contains
25,000 square feet of exhibition space, the 250-seat Horvitz Auditorium, a
bookstore and cafe.
BUGSY SIEGEL HOUSE ... While AL Capone ruled Chicago, Bugsy Siegel
ruled New York. He was also a driving force behind the development of
the Las Vegas Strip and was one of the founding members of Murder, Inc.
Siegel’s house is not open for tours; but, it’s definitely worth driving by! 4
History
THE BROWARD CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS ... A large multi-venue
performing arts center theater and entertainment complex that is close to
the Arts and Science District parking garage and Museum of Discovery
and Science AutoNation IMAX 3D movie theater and is located in the
heart of downtown Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Opened in 1991 on a 5.5-
acre site along the north bank of the New River at Sailboat Bend, the cen-
ter became a catalyst for major downtown revitalization efforts and an
anchor of the Riverwalk Arts and Entertainment District. Designed by
award-winning architect Benjamin C. Thompson, the Broward Center is
considered the cultural heart of Broward County. Hosting operas, ballets,
concerts, plays, lectures and numerous community events in its four thea-
ters, Broward Center is partners in the arts with several renowned organi-
zations including the Symphony of the Americas, Florida Grand Opera,
Miami City Ballet, Concert Association of Florida, and Gold Coast Jazz.
National tours of Broadway productions are presented in partnership with
Broadway Across America. Broward Center's mission includes a strong fo-
cus on integrating the arts into education and a substantial portion of an-
nual programming is dedicated to educational and community endeav-
ors.
THE FORT LAUDERDALE ANTIQUE CAR MUSEUM ... The Fort Lauderdale An-
tique Car Museum boasts a one-of-a-kind setting, with the largest collec-
tion of Packard cars and historical memorabilia from 1900 and on. There
is something that will appeal to everyone in this recently expanded 30,000
square foot museum where guests are able to indulge in some of the in-
dustrial age's greatest achievements. In addition to the vast number of
cars, observers will find an array of hood ornaments, old gas station signs,
carburetors, gear-shift knobs, horns, lighters & ashtrays, lamps, vintage
magazines & photos, an entire exhibit dedicated to Franklin D. Roosevelt,
and so much more.
Kids and Family
FLIPPO'S KIDS ... 10,000 square feet of Fun, Open Play, Rock wall, Sky Trail,
Laser Maze, Arcades, Foam Guns, and Prizes. Kids Birthday packages from
A to Z. Classes and Private Events. Family entertainment center for kids of
all ages, with climbing, slides & sports, plus a snack bar. With its large array
of activity-inducing slides, ramps, tunnels and even a laser maze, Flippo's
Fort Lauderdale is a kids' paradise, and a great place for families to enjoy
time together!
BLUEFOOT PIRATE ADVENTURES ... Super fun and under 2 hours activity for
families. Black Sparrow has a fabulous voice and wants to encourage
your kiddos to be kind and considerate while having fun! Meanwhile, he
entertains the adults with fun facts about the houses and yachts you will
see. Water war, raising pirate flag, finding pirate map and treasure keep
the kids fully entertained for over 1 hour! What a treat! Highly recommend!
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Kids and Family
FORT LAUDERDALE MUSEUM OF DISCOVERY AND SCIENCE ... There is always
something new happening at the Museum of Discovery and Science. Visi-
tors can take a ride on the Everglades Airboat Adventure, experience hur-
ricane force winds in the Storm Center, dig for fossils alongside a giant
prehistoric megalodon, explore our new outdoor Science Park, and enjoy
the playful antics of river otters in their two-story indoor/outdoor habitat.
See exciting science demonstrations and presentations by community
experts. Discover the amazing Everglades in the Florida EcoScapes exhib-
it. Hang out with bats, turtles and sharks. Meet an alligator and be
charmed by a 6-foot-long snake. Take a ride to Mars or soar through the
skies in an FA-18 cockpit simulator or take a ride in the 7D simulator. And
immerse yourself in a six-story-high film adventure at the AutoNation(R)
IMAX 3D Theater, home of the BIGGEST screen in South Florida featuring
IMAX with Laser. Whether you're 2 or 82, visit the Museum of Discovery and
Science and enjoy a full day of family fun
CLASSIC FORT LAUDERDALE BIKE TOUR ... An experience unlike any other in
Fort Lauderdale, this 2-hour classic bike tour is the most leisurely you will
find; and covers Fort Lauderdale's downtown waterfront neighborhoods
from Sailboat Bend to Rio Vista. This is a great way to see amazing yachts
and most expensive homes in Fort Lauderdale.
2 hour bike tour of Fort Lauderdale with an experienced guide
Enjoy a fun, active sightseeing tour
Set a relaxed pace through the city
Visit historic places and scenic highlights
Great overview and orientation of the city
Beaches
FORT LAUDERDALE BEACH ... Want a beautiful Florida beach without a cra-
zy party scene? Fort Lauderdale Beach may be just what you're looking
for. Here you'll find a calmer and less chaotic version of Miami Beach –
but with the same sugary sands and crystal clear water. There are still par-
ties, but you're more likely to find families relaxing or leisurely walking the
waterline than raucous groups of college kids. Backing the shoreline, the
palm tree-lined promenade bustles with visitors looking to shop and dine
in the many establishments along it. There are also beach chair and water
sports equipment rentals near the shore. Recent visitors loved Fort Lauder-
dale Beach for its wide, expansive shoreline, with some noting that even
when there were a lot of people, it didn't feel crowded. Many were also
impressed with how clean the beach is, adding that its calm waters make
it a great place to bring kids. There is no charge to enter the beach, but
on-site parking will cost you $1.75 per hour. Sun Trolley's Las Olas Link and
Beach Link routes also stop by the beach, or you can take the No. 11 or
40 bus to one of the stops along North Fort Lauderdale Beach Boulevard.
The beach welcomes visitors 24 hours a day. 6
Beaches
FORT LAUDERDALE BEACH PARK ... Located less than a mile south of Las
Olas Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale Beach Park beckons to families who
want to spend their beach day doing more than just lounging and swim-
ming. At this free beachfront park, visitors have access to all sorts of facili-
ties, including volleyball and basketball courts, outdoor showers, re-
strooms, a playground and a picnic area with tables and grills. Plus, the
park's sands are less crowded than nearby Fort Lauderdale Beach, and
lifeguards are on duty daily during daylight hours. Overall, recent travelers
enjoyed their time at this park, citing its beautiful setting and top-notch
amenities as highlights. Many also appreciated the property's proximity to
various shops, restaurants and hotels. Fort Lauderdale Beach Park is open
every day from 5 a.m. to midnight. Driving is the easiest way to get to the
park, but visitors without vehicles can also use the No. 40 bus. The water
taxi's No. 5 stop sits across the street as well.
HOLLYWOOD BEACH ... Hollywood Beach is known for its Atlantic Ocean-
facing beaches and "Old Florida" feel. Locals and visitors skate, cycle,
stroll, and ride foot pedal buggies along Hollywood Beach Boardwalk, a
palm-lined brick promenade with tiki bars, seafood eateries, motels, and
hotels, including the splashy Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort. The
bandshell hosts free concerts while kids play at the waterside Charnow
Park.
Fishing Charters
All within one mile of Casa Cordova!
LADY HELEN FISHING CHARTERS ... The charter boat “Lady Helen” is locat-
ed in Ft. Lauderdale near Port Everglades. They fish for all types of species,
concentrating on sailfish, mahi-mahi, blackfin tuna, wahoo, kingfish, snap-
per and grouper. Serving as your exclusive charter host, their goal is to
make sure your fishing experience is a lasting and memorable one.
OVER UNDER SPORTFISHING … Ft. Lauderdale Fishing Charters start with a 4
-hour inshore reef trip that is a great family fishing outing. The 8-hour full-
day trips permit trips offshore for dolphin and to also spend some time on
the reefs. But, the star of the show is the swordfish! Check out an 8-hour
night-time Florida swordfish charter for some great action!
HOOKED UP SPORTFISHING … We offer some of the best deep-sea fishing
Fort Lauderdale has to offer while on board our Beautiful, state of the art,
45 foot Hatterass sport fishing yacht. We are known as the best father and
son team in Deep Sea Fishing. We’ve combined old school Local
Knowledge with the new school in fishing technology.
ACTION SPORTFISHING … Fort Lauderdale Florida Deep Sea fishing boat
charters for light tackle, inshore and offshore/deep sea sportfishing trips!
Ft. Lauderdale boat rides, eco tours, sightseeing and boat cruises too! All
this and the best fishing boat charter rates in South Florida. 7