There are plenty of reasons to purchase a home in South Florida, especially in Palm Beach County. Here are a few of the main ones:

Outdoor Lifestyle

With 47 miles of Atlantic coastline, having a cold one in the sun with friends is a weekend favorite for locals. The clear blue waters make the beaches look picture perfect and with an average temperature of 78 degrees, most any day is a beach day. Having clean water with such easy access is a gateway to fun activities that many people do not get to enjoy elsewhere. These things include deep-sea fishing, sailing, snorkeling, scuba diving, jetskiing, surfing, parasailing, and much more. Other outdoor activities like biking, hiking, and horseback riding can be done at one of the many parks or nature…

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Atlantic Dunes Park in Delray Beach is a great spot if you want to spend a day in the South Florida sun. Nestled atop a natural wooded dune, this beautiful, beachfront park is located just a block north of Linton Boulevard in Delray Beach. 

The park is perfect for people of all ages and for all interests. It is patrolled by the Ocean Rescue Division and is staffed with a lifeguard on duty. A winding boardwalk provides an ideal outlook so you can watch the sun rise or set over the ocean. Atlantic Dunes Park also features nature trails, a pavilion, picnic tables, public restrooms and metered parking. Lifeguards at Atlantic Dunes Park are on duty from 9am until 5pm each day. 

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There are several great restaurants in Palm Beach that offer delicious brunch options featuring a mix of breakfast and lunch dishes severing French toast and eggs Benedict to sandwiches and salads. Sunday brunch has now evolved into a nice fun and relaxing time to spend a Sunday with friends and family. 

Here are some of the best spots to grab brunch on Palm Beach.

Chez L’Epicier

Now through April 1st, Chez L’Epicier features a “Sugar Shack” themed Sunday brunch, every Sunday. The theme is inspired by the executive chef’s native country of Canada, where every March the sap from sugar maple trees is tapped and results in many maples inspired dishes and feasts open to the public. The brunch is severed family-style and is $45 dollars per person.…

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If you’ve never been, the Delray Marketplace is a great destination where Palm Beachers can eat, shop, and play. 

What makes Delray Marketplace a perfect spot for a night on the town or the place to bring your kids to play is its diverse mix of boutiques, restaurants, spas, theaters and playgrounds. At Delray Marketplace you can find an amazing, luxury cinema complete with food and drinks delivered to your seat, a bowling alley and arcade. The shops range from designer apparel to kids’ outfitters, home décor and more. You may want to visit spa destinations that offer pampering services like massages, facials and nail services. 

If you are coming to Delray Marketplace for a meal, there is something for every taste and every time of day. You can…

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Forget drive-thru chains and get a freshly brewed cup of coffee in a cozy setting at one of these seven favorite spots in Palm Beach County.

Johan's Joe

Feel like a royal at this classy Swedish coffee shop in downtown West Palm Beach. The coffee is always hot, it's served in a fancy ceramic mug, and you get to sit in a plush purple chair where you'll be able to get nice and comfortable and relaxed.

Location: 401 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach.

Columbian Coffee House

This coffee house in Delray keeps their coffee authentic by purchasing from small-batch farms in southern Colombia. They also offer a Columbian breakfast menu including organic, scrambled, Colombian-styled eggs, arepas, pan de bono, avocado toast, empanadas, pastries and…

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The DuBois Pioneer Home located in Dubois Park in Jupiter is one of the last remaining historic homesteads of its type in northern Palm Beach County. The historic Jupiter landmark closed in 2008 and underwent extensive renovations and is opened to the public for tours to learn about Jupiter’s history and the DuBois family. 

The home was built in 1898 by Harry DuBois, the son of Harry and Susan DuBois and Charlie Carlin, the oldest son of Captain Charles Carlin of the Jupiter Inlet Lifesaving Station. The home belonged to South Florida pioneers Harry and Susan DuBois and is a perfect example of the self-sufficient South Florida homestead with both archeological and historic value.

The “house on the hill” was built on top of the Native American shell…

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It’s no secret that Palm Beach County is home to some of the best professional golfers (and golf courses) in the country. From hosting big PGA Tour events like The Honda Classic to the Ryder Cup, Palm Beach County is the place to be if you love golf. Aside from all there is to do for adults, the area is also home to many golf courses and programs aimed at children and families who want to golf together.

These public-access golf courses throughout the county are catered to junior golfers, both local and visiting. The courses offer Junior Access, families can buy an annual Junior Golf Card for $50 dollars or purchase a Junior Golf Card Plus for $150 dollars. With the purchase of the pass, Junior Golfers are allowed to play as much golf as they wish,…

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Fun Depot is a huge indoor amusement center in Lake Worth. It has everything from go-karts to laser tag to batting cages and arcade games so there are plenty of fun things to do for the whole family.

Laser tag, in particular, is a favorite at Fun Depot. The game is held in a black-lit arena with loud music and lots of fog. Split the family up for a battle and try to tag them in the action-packed game.

When you're done head over the Fun Depot Cafe for refreshments and favorites like pizza, calzones, salads, hot dogs and ice cream.

Fun Depot is a great place to take the kids and you'll have fun too. Thursdays are family fun nights and the cost is $25 per person for unlimited games, laser tag and go-karts from 5-11 p.m.

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If mountain biking is one of your hobbies, good news! In spite of its apparent “flatness,” Florida is actually a fun place to hop on your bike and ride. There are plenty of scenic, smooth paths in Palm Beach County and there are also some rugged, adrenaline-pumping trails. Check these out:

The Hill

Dyer Park has a climbing/descending trail that is over 50 feet in elevation and great for endurance training. It's a huge hill surrounded by native forest with a 2.4-mile path up and down it. The path is made from crushed shell rock and is about 2 feet wide. "The Hill" at Dyer Park is a favorite for local riders because of the high elevation and for testing fortitude.

The Dyer Perimeter

The perimeter trail at Dyer Park is 4.7 miles and used by…

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From Jupiter Inlet to Palm Beach Inlet, fishing in the northern Palm Beaches is world-class. Whether you're heading offshore in a 41' Bahama or you're fishing the south jetty at Jupiter Inlet, here's a listing of tackle and bait shops that have at least a 4-star rating by locals.

Jupiter/Tequesta

Here are some great bait shops in Jupiter and Tequesta.

Fishing Headquarters

633 FL A1A Alt, Jupiter

(561) 743-7335    

Grand Slam Tackle & Marine Center

261 FL A1A Alt, Jupiter

(561) 746-0526

Jupiter Bait & Tackle

141 Center St, Jupiter

(561) 746-2116

West Marine

285 US-1, Tequesta

(561) 745-3013

 

Juno Beach

Here are some great bait shops in Juno Beach.

Juno Bait

12770 US-1, Juno Beach

(561) 694-2797

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