Greater Fort Lauderdale · FLL
Fort Lauderdale travel guide for Bahamian & Caribbean travelers
Fort Lauderdale is a convenient South Florida base for beaches, cruises, shopping, and easy drives to Miami or Palm Beach. This guide is for travelers from The Bahamas and the Caribbean who want clear ideas for what to do and how to rent a car at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL).
Fly into FLL
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is a popular, often easier alternative to MIA for many Caribbean itineraries.
Ideal with a rental car
Beaches, Las Olas, Sawgrass Mills, and day trips are simple when you control your own schedule.
Built for Non-US drivers
Book Alamo, National, or Enterprise through Bahamian Traveler with plans that fit Non-US license holders.
Why Fort Lauderdale works for Caribbean travelers
It is close, relaxed, and practical — beach mornings, shopping afternoons, and dinner on Las Olas without the full intensity of Miami. Many visitors also use Fort Lauderdale as a cruise gateway. A rental car helps if you are splitting time between the beach, outlets, and family across Broward County.
Renting a car in Fort Lauderdale
Most visitors pick up at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). Confirm your brand’s requirements before you travel: Non-US driver’s license, passport, and deposit or card rules for that counter. Debit-card policies can differ by location, so review FAQs and terms if needed. Search prepaid or pay-at-counter rates and earn BT Rewards on eligible bookings.
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Quick rental tips
- Have your passport and Non-US license ready at the counter.
- Compare prepaid vs pay-at-counter before you fly.
- Review debit-card and deposit rules for FLL locations.
- A car makes Miami or Palm Beach day trips realistic.
Top things to do in Fort Lauderdale
A beach-and-drive itinerary works well here — start with these favorites:
Fort Lauderdale Beach
Wide Atlantic shoreline with easy parking access when you have a rental — classic sun-and-swim days.
Las Olas Boulevard
Shopping, dining, and a polished evening stroll — one of the city’s best walkable corridors.
Riverwalk & downtown
Waterfront paths, museums, and restaurants along the New River — good for a cooler evening out.
Sawgrass Mills
A major outlet destination — easier with a car for bags, family groups, and flexible timing.
Bonnet House Museum & Gardens
Historic estate and gardens near the beach — a quieter cultural stop between swim sessions.
Hugh Taylor Birch State Park
Trails and shade close to the ocean — a simple nature break without a long drive.
Cruise from Port Everglades
Many Caribbean travelers pair a cruise with a short Fort Lauderdale stay before or after sailing.
Day trips nearby
Miami, Palm Beach, and other South Florida stops are doable when you have your own car.
Fort Lauderdale is easy to enjoy when you keep the plan light: beach, one shopping day, and a few dinners out. Book FLL pickup early if you are traveling in peak season or around cruise dates.
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