Over the past few years, Palm Beach Gardens has become one of the most popular places to live, or own a winter home, in all of Florida. Locally known simply as "Gardens", it sits about 12 miles north of West Palm Beach, shares a border with Jupiter to the north, and is just inland from Juno Beach & North Palm Beach, making it a perfect hub to have a home base. 

a fountain in palm beach gardens, Florida

How Far Palm Beach Gardens is From:

  • Miami: 80 miles, about a 1 hr 30-minute drive without traffic
  • Orlando: 160 miles, about a 2 hr 20-minute drive without traffic
  • Palm Beach International Airport: 13 miles, about a 15-minute drive without traffic
  • Fort Lauderdale: 55 miles, about a 1 hr-drive without traffic
  • Stuart: 28 miles, about a 35-minute drive without traffic
  • Key…

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Labor Day is a tribute to the contributions and achievements of American workers. It's a moment to acknowledge and honor the dedication and hard work of individuals who tirelessly contributed to the growth, prosperity, and well-being of the nation. Labor Day also symbolizes the unofficial end of summer--in most places. Here in South Florida, it means the humidity will start to fade soon and the nicest weather is on the way! Labor Day is a time to enjoy the company of friends, family, and loved ones, and appreciate all we have. There will be barbecues and parties, sure, but we also reflect on the importance of the labor movement in shaping the country. Here are 10 fun Labor Day activities and things to do during your weekend in the South Florida:

10 Fun South Florida Labor Day Activities

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The typical end to summer in South Florida isn't really the fall equinox, or when school starts back up again. In terms of weather, summer actually ends a couple months later: around mid-October. The most often-cited date for the end of summer in South Florida is October 17, which usually marks the transition to cooler weather. This aligns with the broader pattern in Florida, where humid summer weather usually extends from May through October.

the beahc at the end of summer in South Florida

The Seasonal Changes in October

Average Days of Rain Per Month

South Florida experiences considerable rainfall, with an annual average of 67 inches. The rainiest month is August, with an average of 18.4 days of rain, making it the wettest time of the year.

In October, South Florida typically receives…

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It comes as no surprise to those of us who already live here, but Jupiter Dog Beach in Florida was just named the #1 dog-friendly beach in the United States by USA TODAY's "10Best" list. If you've ever taken your dog to the beach here, it's easy to understand why. For those who haven't had the experience, here's what makes Jupiter stand out from the rest of America's dog-friendly beaches.

a dog on the beach in Jupiter, Florida

While still pretty rare, the U.S has a lot of coastline, and numerous other beaches allow dogs. So, in order to stand out, you have to look at everything else that Jupiter's beaches have going for them.

For starters, Jupiter Dog Beach is renowned for its pristine sands and bright blue water that, on many days, is also as clear as can be. There's usually gentle…

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Jupiter and Palm Beach Gardens are considered two of the best places to live in Palm Beach County. While similar in many ways, there are a few key differences that often make people choose one over the other. Clearly, both are popular towns, but when deciding where you want to buy a home, everyone has a different priority list. Let's look at some of the main differences between Jupiter and Palm Beach Gardens.

Jupiter vs Palm Beach Gardens

Jupiter Lifestyle vs Palm Beach Gardens Lifestyle

People who love Jupiter and Palm Beach Gardens love them for similar reasons. We don't want to paint with too broad a brush, but we're going to try to characterize some of the appealing and popular lifestyles of each town.

Jupiter, with its miles of coastline, is of course known for its…

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Most of Palm Beach Gardens has largely been developed and/or renovated within the last twenty years.  So, as far as American towns go, it's very new. A drive down any of the main roads will showcase beautiful landscaping, new gated communities, modern business parks, and clean shopping centers. If that sounds good to you, then here are some of the important reasons why Palm Beach Gardens is quickly becoming one of the best places to live in Florida.

an aerial photo of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida

  1. Livability and Quality of Life
  2. Housing Market
  3. Parks and Recreational Facilities
  4. Employment and Economy
  5. Education/Schools
  6. Community and Culture
  7. Climate and Environment

Livability and Quality of Life

Palm Beach Gardens boasts a high livability score, reflecting the city's…

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From Ocean Cay Park to Jupiter Beach Park, the beaches of Jupiter, Florida are four miles of protected paradise. Stunning blue water meets bright soft sand at the shoreline, and there are no houses directly on the beach. Instead, there are mangrove trees, sea grape trees, and palm trees lining the bluff leading up to A1A. Jupiter is everything you want in a beach town. Here's an expert's guide to the Jupiter Florida beaches.

an aerial photo of Jupiter Beach in Florida

Beaches of Jupiter:

  • Jupiter Dog Beach
  • Carlin Park
  • Jupiter Beach Park
  • DuBois Park
  • Lighthouse Park/Cato's Bridge

Jupiter's beaches are marked by numbered 'beach access' points. The southern town line between Jupiter and Juno Beach is around beach access #25 just north of the Juno Pier, near Ocean Cay Park.…

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What comes to mind when you think of West Palm Beach? Golf? Dining? Vacation? The neighborhoods of West Palm Beach have changed significantly over the past few years alone. Entire new parts of the city have been developed, and some of the neighborhoods in West Palm have gotten makeovers. Yet some neighborhoods have remained quite unchanged. If you're thinking about moving to West Palm Beach, or even if you're just trying to figure out which part of the city to book your vacation rental, then here's an insider's guide to the various West Palm Beach neighborhoods!

an aerial photo of West Palm Beach with the title

West Palm Beach has dozens of Neighborhoods and Communities

Today we won't dive into each and every subdivision, gated community, or 'development'. For our purposes here, we're going to…

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South Florida celebrates the 4th of July with enthusiasm. Many of the cities and towns in Palm Beach County have their own celebrations and fireworks displays, but you'll also see many amateur fireworks displays since it is one of the few days of the year when launching fireworks is legal in Florida. Here are all of the 4th of July Fireworks West Palm Beach and the rest of the county will be putting on, as well as some other events that will be a part of each local celebration.

People watching 4th of July Fireworks in West Palm Beach

Fireworks and 4th of July Celebrations in Palm Beach County

WEST PALM BEACH 4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS

  • 4th on Flagler:
    • July 4, 6 p.m. along the Intracoastal Waterway
    • Music, Military Honor Ceremony, kids’ zone
    • Fireworks at 9:09 p.m.

JUPITER 4TH OF…

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The GreenMarket in Palm Beach Gardens is underrated. It boasts many of the same vendors that make the West Palm Beach Green Market consistently rank the best in the country. And this weekend, the Palm Beach Gardens GreenMarket has an added flair: classic cars. 

some of the classic cars at th Gardens GreenMarket

Here are the Details

Dates: Sunday, June 23 (There's also another one coming July 28)

Time: 8:00 am - 1:00 pm (Award presentation at noon)

Location: Palm Beach Gardens GreenMarket (10500 N. Military Trail, Palm Beach Gardens)

What to Expect

Classic Car Showcase: Take a trip down memory lane, and then keep going. Some of these cars might have been made before you were born, and if you have kids, definitely before they were born. Whether you are an aficionado or a novice, you'll…

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