Fort Lauderdale Shopping

Few national chains intrude upon the eclectic boutiques, cafes, and bars of pedestrian-friendly Las Olas (Spanish for "the waves"). Dating to 1917, it was the first road to connect Fort Lauderdale to the beach.

Florida's largest retail complex is discount heaven, with outlets for Saks Fifth Avenue, The Gap, Crate & Barrel, Burberry, Coach, and more than 350 other brand-names.

Sitting right on Fort Lauderdale Beach Boulevard, this multi-story plaza of shops and restaurants makes it easy to combine shopping and sun worshipping.

Without a doubt, the gayest shopping area in South Florida. You'll find everything from club wear to kitschy rainbow-colored trinkets to home décor on "the Drive."

Bargain hunters flock to this massive indoor/outdoor flea market, which also features a farmers market and drive-in movie theater.

Nothing is mass-produced at this haven for design mavens on Wilton Drive.