we are staying at the grande next month precruise and was wondering is the hotel fully open i had read where only parts of the hotel were open and not the towers.not sure if we should book someplace else.thanks

Don't know about the Grande but I always stay at the Embassy Suites in Ft. Lauderdale. It was recently refurbished - free cocktails in the early evening and free, full breakfast in the morning. Free shuttle to the pier. Some great restaurants within walking distance (great Mexican restaurant across the street).