Directions
Biscayne Boulevard (Biscayne Blvd.) is US-1 in Miami-Dade. In Broward County, US-1 is Federal Highway.
From South
- Take I-95 North to N.W. 135th Street, Opa-Locka Blvd. (Exit 10B)
- Take 135th Street East to Biscayne Blvd. (US-1)
- Turn left on Biscayne Blvd. to N.E. 151st Street
- Turn right at N.E. 151st Street and follow the signs to the Kovens Conference Center (approximately 1.5 miles)
From North (including Ft. Lauderdale International Airport)
- Take I-95 South to Ives Dairy Road (Exit 16)
- Take Ives Dairy Road East to Biscayne Blvd.
- Take Biscayne Blvd. South to N.E. 151st Street
- Turn left at N.E. 151st Street and follow the signs to the Kovens Conference Center (approximately 1.5 miles)
From Miami International Airport
- Follow signs to I-95 North or Ft. Lauderdale
- Follow directions “From South” listed above
From West (Palmetto Expressway, Turnpike, or Golden Glades Interchange)
- Follow Route 826 eastbound following signs “to Beaches” (this becomes N.E. 163rd Street)
- Turn right on Biscayne Blvd. (US-1)
- Take Biscayne Blvd. South to N.E. 151st Street
- Turn left at N.E. 151st Street and follow the signs to the Kovens Conference Center (approximately 1.5 miles)
Parking
FIU Kovens Conference Center
Parking on campus is included in the registration package, please ensure to register your vehicle prior to arriving to campus to avoid any parking tickets.
The Parking Link: HEE Premier Cigar Association November 19-21st 2025
Empire Social Lounge – Fort Lauderdale
Address: 350 SE 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Parking Information:
Empire Social Lounge offers several convenient paid parking options nearby:
- Church Public Parking Lot (FUMC of Fort Lauderdale)
219 SE 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 - 350 Las Olas Place Garage
350 SE 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Driving Directions:
- From SE 2nd Street (eastbound): Turn right onto SE 4th Street. The parking garage is located just past the building entrance on the right.
- From SE 2nd Street (westbound): Turn left onto SE 4th Street. The parking garage is just past the building entrance on the right.
Additional Parking:
Street parking is available in the surrounding area.
All parking is pay-to-park; please allow extra time to secure parking before your arrival. Class resumes promptly at 12:00 noon.
Lunch on Your Own – Explore Downtown Fort Lauderdale
During the break, you’re invited to explore the vibrant dining scene surrounding Empire Social Lounge. Las Olas Boulevard and the nearby downtown area offer a wide variety of restaurants, cafés, and quick bites—all within a short walk. From casual patio spots to upscale eateries, there’s something for every taste and schedule.
Enjoy the opportunity to dine at your own pace and experience the local flavor of Fort Lauderdale.
What to Bring
- Fully Charged Laptop for the exam
- Notebook
- Light jacket or sweater