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By Dale Mack
About Coral Springs
Photo courtesy of Stanley T. Bird, Jr.
Coral Springs, Florida is just a few short miles north of Fort Lauderdale and is a destination city for people who love great shopping, entertainment, unique landmarks – and even a home. This leafy neighborhood is welcoming, sophisticated and a great place to spend a day, a weekend or a lifetime.
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See & Do
Coral Springs is well-known for its love of the arts. From the landmark Coral Springs Museum of Art with its stellar list of activities and performances and the amazing art on its grounds, to the Sawgrass Nature Center & Wildlife Hospital which specializes in the rehabilitation of injured and orphaned native wildlife and also provides unique environmental education programs to the public. Also enjoy the Tall Cypress Natural Area.
Eat
Eateries in Coral Springs consists of a wide range of options from the casual, the family-orientated to the elegant. This city is the go-to place from many neighboring communities. One of the most popular is the Big Bear Brewing Company. Great list of beers, food and atmosphere. Wine lover? Try the Falafel Bistro & Wine Bar. For Asian food lovers there is a list: Peking Tokyo and Red Ginger Asian Bistro, just to name two.
Party
Don't think there aren't plenty of places to enjoy a great nightlife in Coral Springs. Whether you enjoy a small corner pub full of familiar locals, or a classy place where you can spend the hours listening to your favorite jazz tunes, a sports bar at Bru's Room or even a spot where you can get your freshly brewed beer at the Big Bear Brewing Company, it's here in Coral Springs.
Stay
You can stay right here in Coral Springs and there are plenty of comfortable hotels to choose from. Whether it's the Courtyard by Marriott, the Fort Lauderdale Marriott Coral Springs Hotel Golf Club & Convention Center or even the La Quinta Inn & Suites and more, there is an accommodation for price range.
Shop
The discerning residents and visitors in Coral Springs have come to expect world-class shopping here. From the wide array of national and local stores Coral Square Mall to various boutiques throughout the city, you won't have to go anywhere else for great shopping. From upscale to walk-in, organic food to a corner stores, it's all here.