About Hollywood's Hollywood Beach

2BR Ocean View Real Estate in Hollywood Beach Florida is more affordable than ever! With interest rates hovering around 4% APR for 30-years financing, some borrowers can achieve P & I payments for approximately $477 per month!* Hollywood Beach has retained that “original Florida” feel, where the ocean and the community intersect on its historic boardwalk. This is truly a treasure in Broward County.

Among America's Best Beach Boardwalks

Nestled between Fort Lauderdale and Miami is Hollywood, a classic Florida beachtown that's enchanted visitors since the 1920s. Hollywood Beach features a one-of-a-kind oceanfront promenade called the Hollywood Beach Broadwalk that stretches nearly two and a half miles along the Atlantic. Named one of America's Best Beach Boardwalks by Travel + Leisure magazine, this brick-paved thoroughfare is a haven for joggers, bicyclists, roller-bladers and all who'd prefer to take in the action from the comfort of one of the countless eateries and cafés along the way. The easy ocean access and village-like feel make this a can't miss destination with numerous highly-rated restaurants, small inns and hotels right on the broadwalk adding to its yesteryear charm. Family dining becomes stress-free, as Moms and Dads kick back to enjoy a seaside meal while their little ones entertain themselves in the sand just steps away. Two broadwalk parks attract kids of all ages to play paddleball at the historic Garfield Street courts or cool off in the whimsical dolphin play fountain. Locals rave about Josh's Organic Market which sets up shop on the south end of the Hollywood Broadwalk every weekend selling garden fresh produce and blending a variety of mouth-watering exotic, tropical smoothies from its seaside stand. A convenient Trolley service runs Wednesdays through Sundays, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. offering a nostalgic way to get to and from the best sites on the beach and downtown.

Highlights:
• 2.5 mile paved walking, jogging and biking path with eco-friendly lighting 
• 7 miles of beach 
• 10 consecutive years as a Blue Wave Certified Clean Beach by the Clean Beaches Council 
• 2010 Travel + Leisure America's Best Beach Boardwalk 
• 2009 Fodor Travel Guide "Best Beach for Families" 
• Home to 28 of the 77 Hotels and Inns rated Superior Small Lodgings (SSLs) in Greater Fort Lauderdale 
• Dozens of restaurants and shops 
• 3 oceanfront parks featuring playgrounds, paddleball courts, ping pong tables, interactive water play fountain, picnic pavilions and restrooms 
• Free outdoor concerts at the Hollywood Beach Theatre**

*Please consult your lender for exact rates and terms that apply to you

**Portions attributable to Travel and Leisure

Related's Apogee Beach project to break ground in December

November 17, 2011 02:15PM

Apogee Beach

Jorge Perez's new Apogee Beach condominium project in Hollywood is set to break ground in December, with more than half of the 49 units at the development already under contract, according to the Sun Sentinel. The project is using a unique financing model where buyers have to pay 20 percent when they sign a contract and another 20 percent when the project breaks ground -- in this case, Dec. 8. That model has come about largely because of the influence of Latin America,

Don't let this week's wet atmosphere give you the blues. Instead, opt for a weekend full of cheerful rhythms from samba to mambo to lift your dancing spirit this weekend at the infamous Hollywood Beach Boardwalk off Hollywood Boulevard and A1A.

Hollywood Boardwalk is best known for its popular beach attracting events such as Ocean Dance, Hollywood Beach Latin Festival, Global Groove, and many more events that are weekly, biweekly and monthly free admission events attracting locals and visitors who truly enjoy what Hollywood Beach has to offer for the entire family.

Brazil on The Beach event starts this Friday, Saturday and Sunday March 20^th through the 22^nd.

For more information please visit hollywoodfl.org or call 954-924-2980 for event hours.

For additional information please visit Brazil on the Beach

South Florida is known for its pristine beaches and among them is the beach of Hollywood, where 55 acres of natural beach and park areas offer natural parks, recreation, mangrove trees, wild and sea life, and activities for the entire family.

You can start your day by experiencing Hollywood's eco friendly paradise, which offers a natural wonder and metropolis that is rich in nature. The Anne Kolb Nature Center at West Lake Park, (Johnson Street east till the end of the road), offers you to experience a led-hike nature walk through the mangroves among other varieties of activities; a beautiful, fun and relaxing way to spend a Saturday or Sunday afternoon with the family.

Also at the Anne Kolb Nature Center, you can enjoy kayaking, canoe rides, snorkeling; take your kids on a boat ride through the mangrove trees through the protective natural beach areas.

Bring your boat and go through the canal channels and head to Hollywood's Dockside Dining on the Intracoastal Waterways.

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Mark your calendars for September 26^th through the 28^th for Hollywood's 7^th Annual Hollywood Beach Clambake on The Boardwalk.

Also, the Hollywood Beach Latin Festival is having their 15^th Celebration on September 21^st, on Hollywood Boulevard and A1A.

The Seaside Crafts Affair which is being held till May 2^nd and 3^rd 2009. Bring your artistic talents or come to enjoy a great way to meet friends, local artists, or bring your family.

The city of Hollywood boasts of international dining so bring your appetite with you!

Click here to view visithollywood.org's streamline video.

For Visitors:

Get your free vacation planner by visiting http://visithollywood.org/contactus.aspx

I had been looking forward to the Hollywood Florida 45th Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards Dinner held last Saturday, February 23, 2008 for a while now!

Being a woman who likes to be prepared for such events, I had everything planned out. I had the dress, the jewelry, a hair appointment , an appointment with a great makeup artist with MAC Cosmetics at Macy's in the Broward Mall, and an appointment for spray tanning, since my fear of skin cancer outweighs my willingness to tan naturally any more.

Friday, I started putting my plan into action. I went to a salon that shall remain nameless and got spray tanned. Although I looked a bit orange, the operator assured me that after showering the next day I would look fabulous.

The next morning arrived, and my son looked at me in horror and said " Mommy you are orange!" This was not music to a mother's ears. In all fairness, I have to say that only my feet and hands were (and are) orange ... which is why you will only see me in boots until I can again wear sandals without scaring small children!

I went on with my plan, having my makeup done, and shocking the wonderful but perplexed cosmetologist when I asked her to also put makeup on my legs and feet to help lessen the neon affect.

She did a fabulous job and I was able to go to the event without raising an eyebrow (or at least, anyone who noticed was kind enough to not shriek in horror as my son had done).

The event, as always, was fabulous. It was such fun to see everyone and to watch Hollywood 's citizens receive awards, watch new board members get sworn in and enjoy all of the evening's festivities. I was very proud to be a resident of such a great city, and so delighted that the event was once again held at the Hollywood Westin Diplomat at Hollywood Beach, a venue not to be missed.

It is now Wednesday night and my hands and feet are still orange (much to the dismay of both myself and my shocked manicurist). There is an old saying that the road to hell is paved with good intentions; this may not be hell, but it sure is funny!

Anyone looking for a great hairdresser, makeup artist or manicurist, please give me a ring; and if you have someone who can do a spray tan without turning me into a pumpkin I would love to hear from you!

Call me at 954-862-2631, or you can contact me via my website, www.homeinsouthflorida.com, where you'll find news on other interesting local events, helpful hints and tips, or you can see what your home is worth, or even find your dream home!