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A Glittering Gold Coast Tour

10-nights | In search of Gold

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Just north of Miami is the coastal city of Fort Lauderdale, and a stretch of coast known as ‘The Gold Coast’. It is so named for its golden sand beaches and glittering towns and cities that attract holiday makers, shoppers and foodies year-round. From Fort Lauderdale’s boulevards and waterways journey north to explore the towns of Boca Raton, Vero Beach and Palm Beach.

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Arrive:

Fort Lauderdale Int. Airport

Duration:

10 nights

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Depart:

Fort Lauderdale Int. Airport

Glittering Gold Coast Tour

Fly Drive Itinerary

Days 1-3: Fort Lauderdale

There is something wonderful about cities with beaches, as destinations that place everything you want from a holiday just steps from your hotel room. Fort Lauderdale is a friendly and manageable city with a wide expanse of beach and an array of award winning restaurants and bars. With its own airport, you can relax for a few days before collecting your car.

Fort lauderdale
Fort lauderdale

Pelican Grand Beach Resort

The Pelican Grand Beach Resort is a luxury hotel that provides guests with the space to relax and unwind. The location of this hotel is simply stunning. Enjoy the view of a white sandy beach leading to the Caribbean Ocean.

Days 4-5: Boca Raton

Boca Raton became the go-to hideaway for celebrities and millionaires in the 1920s and 30s, and it retains its reputation for hidden luxury to this very day. Explore boutique shops and independent bars, before dining at some of Florida’s finest seafood restaurants.

Boca Raton
Boca Raton

Boca Beach Club, A Waldorf Astoria Resort

The Boca Raton Resort & Club is a stunning resort with endless experiences and activities for guests to enjoy. Featuring 7 swimming pools, 10 onsite restaurants and two golf courses. The hotel is situated on Boca Raton Lake and truly has everything you could wish for.

Days 6-7: Vero Beach

Driftwood luxury at its finest, Vero Beach is affluent and well-heeled, but with a laidback holiday vibe all of its own. Sip a locally brewed beer overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, enjoy the catch of the day from a barbecue grill and then retreat to your luxury resort room for the night.

Vero beach
Vero Beach

Costa d'Este Beach Resort & Spa

Costa d'Este Beach Resort and Spa is located on the beach and in a walkable area with good shopping. Riverside Theatre and Vero Beach Museum of Art are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Vero Beach Municipal Marina and Vero Beach Country Club. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.

Days 8-11: Palm Beach

As you arrive into picturesque Palm Beach, head to the historic and landmark hotel: The Breakers. We have selected to pinnacle of Florida luxury for your stay here, at a property built by railroad tycoon Henry Flagler during the gilded age. From this base explore the streets and beaches of beautiful Palm Beach before returning to Fort Lauderdale for your flight home.

Palm Beach
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The Breakers Resort

Originally built in 1896, The Breakers remains one of America’s legendary resort destinations. Renowned for its seaside glamour and world-class service, the 538-room, Italian Renaissance-style hotel resides on 140 acres of oceanfront property in the heart of Palm Beach. With unapologetic luxury, The Breakers indulges its clientele, whether couples on a romantic getaway, multi-generational travellers on a family vacation or large gatherings in celebration.

This tour itinerary is best used with flights into and out of Fort Lauderdale International Airport although we can change these to Miami International Airport if you prefer.

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