If you have been following our social media accounts, you may have noticed that Scott and I are on a new adventure. Well, it’s much more than a new journey – we actually have moved to Fort Lauderdale, FL. I accepted a position in the marine industry in Florida about a month ago and so we began packing our condo before we left for the BVI.
Moving to Fort Lauderdale
Scott and I visited Fort Lauderdale last July, but other than that trip, we haven’t spent any time here. I booked my temporary housing through VRBO and then picked an apartment via the internet only. So how did we decided where to live? Downtown Fort Lauderdale has a district called “Los Olas” along the riverfront and it is packed with restaurants and shopping all within walking distance.
Sonder at Society in Fort Lauderdale
I am staying at a Sonder property, called Society along the riverfront. It is a furnished apartment and offers all of the necessities I need to live. Scott flew down with me and stayed for the first week. If you know anything about us, you know we have never checked bags on an airplane. Needing to live for about five weeks on my own, we checked a number of bags and a box!
After traveling for almost eight hours, we finally arrived on Sunday night to the Society. The photos actually make it look a bit fancier than it really is. It has some odd features, including no towel racks, no toilet paper, no liquid dish soap or sponge. The complex is also packed with college kids visiting on spring break. Awesome!
The view from the balcony is awesome and very entertaining!
Enjoying Fort Lauderdale’s Riverfront
As a I mentioned, Los Olas is lined with great restaurants and it also has a grocery store within a few blocks. You can walk along the riverfront and get your steps in. After your walk, stop by a local bar and enjoy the scenery!
Be sure to stay tuned on this adventure and our upcoming British Virgin Island charter. There’s lots going on and soon I’ll be moving into our new apartment. As always, thank you for following our journey. Be sure to subscribe to our blog, vlog (link below) and follow us on social @BoatingJourney #boatingjourney.
Cheers, Scott and Ally
Las Olas was my old stomping grounds,many years ago! Cafe de Paris, if still there, was a fabulous French restaurant.