South Florida Boat Rentals in Fort Lauderdale. Fort Lauderdale is famous for its beaches, arts, culture, and events. From shopping on Las Olas Boulevard to gondola rides on the canals to a historic riverfront. With 300+ miles of inland waterways and 50,000 registered yachts, Fort Lauderdale is often dubbed “the Yachting Capital of the World. The famed Intracoastal Waterway offers close — and scenic — proximity from the inland waterways to the Atlantic. Factor in 3,000 hours of sun annually, and it’s obvious why this South Florida town would be the ultimate Stateside haven for a boat-up luxury lifestyle.