Deck The Hulls This Month - Take A Holiday Lights Cruise With The Fort Lauderdale Water Taxis

December 19, 2024

Set sail on a magical evening with Fort Lauderdale’s Water Taxi Holiday Lights Cruise, running each evening from December 5th through January 4th. This festive cruise highlights the beauty of Fort Lauderdale’s famous waterways with holiday lights and live music. Bring friends and family to enjoy the illuminated sights, seasonal cheer and jolly atmosphere.

This year, experience more than ever before with the new VIP Captain’s Holiday Pass, which includes an open bar for added enjoyment. This premier upgrade includes unlimited access to premium alcoholic beverages amid the relaxing ambiance of festive live music and spectacular views of Fort Lauderdale’s waterway.

The Holiday Lights Cruise boards at Stop One, of the Water Taxi route at the Riverside Hotel, located at 335 Southeast 6th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301 for a continuous cruise lasting about an hour and a half. Cruises depart at 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. and patrons are asked to arrive 15 minutes prior to their scheduled boarding time.

Parking is available within walking distance of the departure dock with street metered parking on Las Olas Boulevard as well as the Las Olas Parking Garage located at 620 East Las Olas Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301.

Ticket prices start at $45 for adults and $15 for children ages 4 and up. Children under 3 are free. The VIP Captain’s Pass is $59, plus an 18% gratuity per guest, added at checkout. Tickets are limited. Book now at: https://watertaxi.com/tickets.

The Water Taxi
A different ride every time, and always something for everyone. Water Taxi is more than just a boat ride: Gliding between 20 stops, you’re instantly connected to the best of South Florida—including more than 60 “Cruise and Save” partners—while learning more about the area from knowledgeable guides and taking in a different view every single time. It’s a relaxing way to enjoy a historic area, world-class shopping, diverse dining options, basking in the romantic glow of a sunset cruise, or taking in the local nightlife.

Holiday Gift Pass
The Water Taxi gift pass is a unique way to acknowledge someone’s adventurous side. It’s entertainment, transportation, and a full day’s worth of activities rolled into one. Plus, it’s an easy-to-share certificate that you can purchase and send within minutes! From birthdays and holidays to a going-away present or graduation gift, the Water Taxi Gift Pass is a thoughtful gesture for any special occasion.

For more information, visit: https://watertaxi.com/events-listing/holiday-lights-cruises/ - Or email Ameila De Vita at: adevita@watertaxi.com.