The Village of Wellington is one of South Florida’s most family-friendly communities. Here are a few of our favorite activities for Wellington families.

Tiger Shark Cove

Tiger Shark Cove, an ocean-themed playground, and Scott’s Place, located right next to the amphitheater. The playgrounds are well-maintained by the town (sunshades were recently installed at Scott’s Place) and great for kids of all ages.

The Polo Club

The International Polo Club Palm Beach is one of the most popular places to watch “the sport of kings” in the world. The local polo season opens on the first Sunday in January and concludes 16 weeks later. Polo matches are open to the public, and tickets start at just $10. So, while when you think polo, you might not think…

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Stuart is known for peace and quiet. But there’s more to the area than that, here are some great options for those looking for fun in Historic Downtown Stuart.

Riverwalk

Follow the boardwalk along the St Lucie River, taking in a great breeze; beautiful water; plenty of boats; and shops, restaurants, and parks along the way.  Riverwalk is a relaxing opportunity to have some downtime. And, for those with families or grandchildren, there is a fun playground along the way. If you are new to Stuart, be sure to check out the Rock’n Riverwalk live music celebration every Sunday.

The Stuart Green Market

FREE to the public, this market opens in the downtown district at 9am on Sundays. Posted hours say they close at 1pm, but many vendors stay open…

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The Juno Beach Fishing Pier is one of Palm Beach County’s popular attractions for both locals and visitors for great fishing and a great ocean view. 

The fishing pier is a T-shaped and is 990-feet long. The pier offers visitors great saltwater fishing, a full-service Pier House that features snacks, drinks, bags of ices, a gift shop, fishing gear, tackles and fishing pole rentals to name a few. 

The Juno Beach Fishing Pier is managed by The Loggerhead Marinelife Center located across the street. The Juno Beach Pier is part of the Responsible Pier Initiative which is the first program of its kind. The program is designed to work directly with fishermen and fishing piers to promote a healthy pier environment for sea turtles and marine life. The…

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The Premier Golf League was supposed to be the golf league of the future. 18 events featuring the best golfers in the world battling it out every week for money that no other golf league, including the PGA Tour, could even fathom to offer.

Sure, there were some logistical issues, including the morality of where the money was coming from (Saudi Arabia) as well as how it would affect things like the majors and the Official World Golf Rankings. For the most part though, it seemed like a dream come true for golf fans.

Well, at least for now, that dream seems to appear to be dead. Several weeks ago Rory Mcllroy, the number 1 golfer in the world, came out and said he would not be a part of the PGL. In addition to not feeling comfortable with where the…

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If you’re a parent in South Florida you would probably love to introduce your kids to art, culture, and science. The problem is you may be worried that bringing them to an adult-orientated place like a museum will prove disastrous. Relax! There are many great museums in South Florida specifically built to entertain and educate rambunctious kids of all ages. Here’s a guide to the best family-friendly museums in South Florida

Children’s Museum

If you live in West Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale, or even in Palm Beach Gardens the Miami Children’s Museum is worth the trip. Especially because you can spend the whole day there and leave with your kids quietly napping in the backseat all the way home. This fabulous kid-friendly space has been in operation…

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North Palm Beach has some of the best restaurants in Palm Beach County. Here are a few of our favorites.

Brass Ring Pub

Opened in 1986, the Brass Ring Pub was voted #1 Burgers in Palm Beach County by the Palm Beach Post. Aside from their award-winning burgers, The Brass Ring offers delicious chicken wings, sandwiches, beer and wine, a children’s menu, and happy hour from 3pm – 6pm every day of the week.

Where: 200 US-1, North Palm Beach, FL 33408

Frigates

Frigates is a waterfront restaurant named after a mythical bird whose presence is a sign of a plentiful catch. Visitors can arrive either by land or sea, as there is plenty of room to dock your boat. There are 22 flat-screen TVs displayed throughout the restaurant, which makes it an…

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The Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway stretches for nearly 3,000 miles along the Atlantic Ocean and Gulf Coasts. The sparkling, bright blue waterway in this area is between the coastline of a series of barrier islands.  It is a favorite route for sightseeing boats and boating activities because of its calm waters.

The Manatee Queen is a treasure in Jupiter.  The vessel is well-kept and operated by the Captain. During the narrated tour, the Captain explains some local history of Jupiter, such as the background of the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse as he makes his way up the Intracoastal Waterway.  Cruise alongside incredible Jupiter Island highlighting some of notable homes. Spot a manatee or two swimming under the waterway or noteworthy birds that are…

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Abacoa is a family-friendly community composed of several contiguous neighborhoods in Jupiter, Florida. Each neighborhood has its own style and feel ranging from the Mediterranean to Victorian to Key West inspired with homes like single-family homes, condominiums, townhomes, villas apartments.

One of the best things about living in Abacoa is that it is packed with amenities from clubhouses and parks with pools, to picnic areas and children’s playgrounds, the area fosters a real sense of community.

Things to Do

Abacoa is an active community with green areas, parks, and playgrounds and, of course, the Abacoa Golf Club, which is a top-ranked public golf club. It was the last course designed by renowned course architect Joe Lee and, in typical…

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If you live in the Palm Beaches, you and your family have the opportunity to canoe the Grassy Water Preserve every Saturday as the City of West Palm hosts a group tour along the 23 square-mile stretches of water while a guide tells paddlers about the history and ecology of the area. The cruise is through one of Florida's cleanest reservoirs on the preserve which also serves as a source of drinking water to residents of West Palm Beach.

It's only $10 for adults and $5 for kids ages 6 and over to participate in the fun! You'll need to sign up with a partner because it takes 2 to paddle in a canoe. The cruise starts at 10 a.m. and takes about an hour and a half to complete. You're asked to check-in at 9 a.m. at the Nature Center, which by the way, is…

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The Palm Beaches has some of the best restaurants in South Florida. Here are a few you are sure to enjoy.

Christopher’s Kitchen

The restaurant's mission is to serve their customers with the highest quality, certified organic plant-based foods taking into account the nutritional value for healthy meals. This popular eatery’s menu includes salads, pressed juices, soups, delicious pizzas, and more. The Juice Market hours are Monday through Sunday 9 am to 9 pm and the restaurants hours are Monday through Sunday 11 am to 9 pm. 

Food Shack

This ocean-to-table restaurant features some of the freshet fish in town. The menu changes daily and features soups, salads, fish, sandwiches, shack bowls, and desserts. Dressings, sauces, and desserts on the…

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