Carrie B Cruises

Welcome aboard the Carrie B, Fort Lauderdale's premier sightseeing paddlewheel ship. I am delighted to be your scholarly guide for this ninety-minute analytical exploration of the Venice of America. …

As we make our initial progression down the New River, your attention will invariably be drawn to the striking, unusual hue of the water beneath our hull. It is a deep, rich brown, highly reminiscent of steeply brewed tea. …

Cruising further along the riverbanks, we begin to encounter the architectural remnants of Fort Lauderdale's early twentieth-century pioneers. If you direct your attention to the left, you will observe a distinct green structure. …

As we navigate a gentle curve in the river, we enter a sprawling stretch of waterfront that locals affectionately refer to as Wayne's World. This massive accumulation of real estate was formerly the domain of the late Wayne…

Continuing our sociological survey of the riverbanks, we transition into an enclave dominated by the executives of universally recognized consumer brands. On your left, you will notice a fascinating architectural homage known…

We now reach a critical geographical junction in our voyage. The Carrie B is gently turning south, officially exiting the dark, twisting waters of the New River and entering the vast, straight expanse of the Intracoastal Waterway. …

As we continue our southern trajectory along the Intracoastal Waterway, our focus shifts from corporate billionaires to the glamorous estates of the entertainment industry. This stretch of waterfront is essentially a maritime…

The visual landscape shifts dramatically once again as the luxurious residential estates abruptly give way to towering industrial infrastructure. We have arrived at the northern boundary of Port Everglades, one of the most vital…

As the Carrie B completes her sweeping turn and begins the gentle journey back up the river toward the downtown Riverwalk, it provides us with an excellent opportunity to synthesize what we have witnessed today. In a mere ninety…