Under $100: Fort Lauderdale

With its well-known beaches, delicious restaurants and welcoming environment, Fort Lauderdale is a great destination to visit for some sand and sunshine.

Old Fort Lauderdale Breakfast House is a great spot for traditional southern-style dishes with flaky biscuits ($13), classics like pancakes with real Vermont maple syrup ($12) and breakfast sandwiches with fresh eggs ($9).

Spend the morning soaking up some rays and swimming in the crystal-clear waters at the Fort Lauderdale Beach. Stroll along the palm-tree-lined Las Olas Boulevard, a thoroughfare of shops, bars, restaurants and galleries, and Hollywood Beach Boardwalk for excellent people watching.

Las Olas Boulevard © Loulouphotos | Dreamstime

For a dose of art and culture, the NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale features excellent exhibits, including works from renowned artists such as Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera. Admission costs $12.

Coconuts is a fun stop for lunch, with outstanding water views, good service and delicious seafood and comfort food dishes. Burgers, fish tacos and sandwiches start from $10, while appetizers like conch fritters and coconut shrimp start from $8.

Fort Lauderdale Boulevard © Ddmitr | Dreamstime

A visit to Funky Buddha Brewery can last an entire afternoon, featuring a taproom with a variety of gaming options to keep visitors entertained as well as classic, seasonal and brewery-exclusive beers on tap. The brewery offers tours every Saturday, Sunday and Thursday for the price of $5, including beer samples and a branded pint glass.

For dinner with a view, check out the Pirate Republic Seafood Grill & Bar, boasting fresh seafood dishes and a casual atmosphere. Dinner entrees start from about $19 while sandwiches and burgers start from $12.