Plantation is a city located about 10 miles west of Fort Lauderdale with over 85,000 residents. It has 37 different parks and consists of 22.8 square miles. Plantation has an array of options in terms of homes with different architectural designs from colonial to more Bahamian-style homes. Most are landscaped with Palm trees and other tropical greenery. Plantation has a park named Plantation Heritage Park that is a 90-acre water-oriented park that offers many outdoor activities and is also perfect for picnics. The city of Plantation also supports an equestrian community named Plantation Equestrian Center and some of the best golf courses. Plantation initially balances a thriving business environment and a family-oriented lifestyle making it viable for people of all different backgrounds and ages.