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With a focus on protecting oceans and sea turtles, the Marine Environmental Education Center in Hollywood is open to the public with exhibits and a saltwater pool where you can watch a rescued sea turtle swim and eat. The female turtle on site is not releasable due to injuries from boats, according to a representative …

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Free entry days & discounts offer a wonderful & frugal opportunity to play tourist in your own town. Many Museums in Broward offer free-entry days or discounts for groups, senior citizens, military and members of other museums. Some venues are always free. Broward museum deals & free-entry days are perfect for a rainy day, a …

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The Jungle Queen Riverboat is a popular attraction for South Florida residents, especially when friends and family are in town. The popular cruise started in 1935 The iconic vessel floats along the lovely New River in Fort Lauderdale and offers a narrated sightseeing excursion and a stop-over on  “private island,” and there is a dinner …

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Restaurants in South Florida offer  family-friendly deals, including free food for kids. Often, free-kid’s-meal deals require purchase of at least one adult entrée. With these deals, participation at individual restaurants may vary and restrictions and exceptions may apply. Because vendors sometimes switch out their promotions, it’s wise to phone first to be sure the deal is …

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Designer clothing, furniture, apparel, appliances, toys, electronic items and decorative items are sold at bargain prices at thrift stores in South Florida Some stores sell a wide array of merchandise and others are more focused and limited, with an emphasis on furniture, fine apparel or kids’ items. If you’re interested in making money from your own unwanted items, …

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Some of the best things to do in Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Deerfield Beach and other towns in Broward are free. Allow your wallet a break and browse these recommendations. Enjoy music Along New River on Riverwalk in Fort Lauderdale, Sunday Jazz Brunch is a popular event 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. most first Sundays of the month, featuring an assortment …

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