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Sunrise over the Atlantic starts with the drive

On Florida's Atlantic coast the sun comes up over open water, which is why so many sunrise photographers head for its beaches. Hollywood, in Broward County, is a popular choice, with a wide east-facing beach and the Broadwalk, a promenade that runs along the sand for about two and a half miles.

Getting there for blue hour means driving in the dark, and the trip home runs into morning traffic. For someone who is newly licensed or has not driven in years, that is a lot at once, and the route feels far easier after some guided practice in daylight.

The PalmWay driving school in Hollywood, licensed by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, adjusts lessons to each student's level, from parking practice to merging and blind-spot checks. Its training cars have dual-control brakes, door-to-door pickup can be booked by appointment, and English- and Spanish-speaking instructors are available.