Jonathan's House · Blog

Fort Lauderdale, by someone who lives the experience

Local picks, neighborhood guides, and the answers I give my guests when they email asking where to go. Updated as I find new spots worth sending people to.

Neighborhoods

The Local's Guide to Las Olas Boulevard

Where to eat, drink, and shop on Fort Lauderdale's most iconic street — from a host who sends guests there every week.

May 19, 2026Read →
Family

5 Rainy Day Activities in Fort Lauderdale Your Family Will Love

When the South Florida weather doesn't cooperate, here's what we tell our guests — five indoor spots that turn a rainy day into a highlight.

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Dining

Where to Eat Near Fort Lauderdale Beach

Six waterfront restaurants near Fort Lauderdale Beach — the ones our guests mention in their reviews, with sunset tips and reservation advice.

May 19, 2026Read →
Logistics

Getting From FLL Airport to Your Vacation Rental

Three ways from FLL to your rental — what to use when, how much it costs, and the one option most travelers don't know about.

May 19, 2026Read →
Travel Planning

Why Fort Lauderdale Is the Perfect Alternative to Miami

Quieter beaches. Easier parking. Same warm Atlantic, same incredible food, half the chaos. The case for choosing Fort Lauderdale.

May 19, 2026Read →
What's Happening

May & June in Fort Lauderdale — what's happening, what to book, what to skip

Memorial Day Air & Sea Show, Hard Rock Live concerts, kid-friendly museums, sea turtle walks, June Pride — what to book, what to skip, what nobody tells you about shoulder season.

May 19, 2026Read →