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Five fun things to do near the school

  • Stroll down Las Olas Boulevard and sample the diverse range of cuisines, or shop in the arty boutiques
  • Join one of the regular barbeques on the beach or in the gardens of our student residences.
  • Visit Sawgrass Mill, the biggest 'outlet' shopping centre in the world.
  • Find out more about famous swimmers, diving, and watersports at the International Swimming Hall of Fame museum.
  • Go and see an exhibition, musical or play at the Broward Centre for the Performing Arts

Fort Lauderdale Events

January Las Olas Arts Fair: Music, food and plenty of art.
May Las Olas Wine and Food festival:  Sample foods and drink, and watch cooking demonstrations.
July 4th Independence Day: Fireworks on the beach.
October Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival: See the new films and maybe even spot a celebrity!

Links

Miami Herald Guide Things to see and do in South Florida
Broward Centre for the Performing Arts This local arts centre has a full programme of fun events, plus every Monday you can take a tour behind the scenes.
City of Fort Lauderdale The official City of Fort Lauderdale website - includes guidance on leisure activities, attractions and events, performing arts, sports and parks.
Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival A guide to this internationally renowned film festival - features a film calendar, discussion forum and a list of festival events.

Fort Lauderdale: local information

All the practical details you need. Can't find something? Just ask us a question.

School facts:

  • Class size average 15 students
  • Number of students average 90, maximum 125
  • Number of teachers4 full-time; 4 part-time
  • Minimum student age 16
  • Average student age 22
  • Internet Unlimited free access; wireless internet available throughout the school, plus access in media centre and lobby
  • Facilities Student common room with microwave, fridge, table football and table tennis; interactive whiteboards.
  • Accessibility Accessible to students with visual impairment, hearing impairment and wheelchairs.



    • Nearest bus stop: across the road
    • Nearest shopping centre: 10 minutes by bus
    • Nearest coffee shop: across the road
    • Nearest post office: 12 minutes' walk
    • Nearest restaurant: all around the school
    • Nearest park: all around the school
    • Nearest bank: on site
    • Nearest mosque: 1.8 miles
    • Nearest church: 5 minutes' walk
    • Nearest newsagent: 5 minutes' walk
    • Nearest supermarket: 10 minutes' walk

    Cost of Living

    We currently advise that students should budget approximately US $70 -100 per week. This will cover all transport, food and entertainment costs.

    A few sample prices (all in US $):

    Item Price
    Item Price
    A cup of coffee (in a chain like Starbucks) 2.00
    Can of Coca Cola 1.00
    Big Mac hamburger 2.50
    Three course meal in a mid range restaurant 25.00
    Takeaway, e.g. from a noodle bar 8.00
    Cinema ticket 9.50
    Nightclub entrance 10.00 upwards
    Bus 1.00 per ride
    Taxi 4.50 for first mile and then 2.50 per additional mile
    (information last updated July 2008)

    Prices are in US $. Access a currency converter here.

     

    Embassy Fort Lauderdale location map

    • Click and drag on the map to see the surrounding area
    • For a photographic aerial view, click on 'satellite'
    • Zoom in or out with the tool top left

    How to reach Embassy Fort Lauderdale

    From the major thoroughfare Broward Boulevard, take SE 3rd Avenue South to 301 E. Las Olas Boulevard. The main entrance is on the east side of the building. 

     

    Links:

    Fort Lauderdale Airport Information for those flying into or out of Fort Lauderdale.
    Broward County Transit Find timetables and further information for the Fort Lauderdale bus service.
    Fort Lauderdale Water Bus It's the fun way to get around Fort Lauderdale.

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    English courses in Fort Lauderdale

     

    Certificate of English
    Certificate Eight
    Diploma of English
    Examination Preparation: FCE
    Examination Preparation: TOEFL
    English Plus
    Internship
    Travel and Culture
    One-to-one

     

     

    Fort Lauderdale facts

    Hottest month August, 85° F. Bring: t-shirts, shorts, sandals, sun hats, light sweaters, light trousers, light outer wear.
    Coldest month December, 75° F. Bring: as above.
    Weather now Five-day forecast from the BBC
    Time zone Eastern Standard Time (EST) Time now World Clock
    Best known for superb beaches; canals and waterways; outlet shopping; friendly locals; scuba diving and other marine activities.