Fort Lauderdale Boat Show Makes Waves as World's Largest, Generating Billions for Local Economy
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The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show is the world's largest in-water boat show, generating over $1.8 billion for the local economy.
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The event attracts over 100,000 attendees and includes boats ranging from small sporting vessels to mega yachts.
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The boat show has a major economic impact, creating thousands of jobs and doubling the impact of the Super Bowl.
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Fort Lauderdale is considered the "marine industry capital" and continues to expand dock space to accommodate growth.
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The event boosts local small businesses and employs people across socioeconomic backgrounds in "salty jobs."