Great Healthy Snacks for 2020 Weight Loss | Waterfront Properties

Healthy snacking is essential if you’re trying to lose weight. Not only that, but eating the right things at the right times can also help you keep your energy up and your hunger-cravings down. Here are a few of our favorite healthy snacks for losing weight:

Trail Mix

Nuts are an ideal nutritious snack. They've been linked to a reduced risk of heart disease and may help prevent certain cancers, depression and other diseases. Despite being relatively high in fat, they are very filling. Several studies suggest that eating nuts in moderation can help you lose weight.

Nuts contain the perfect balance of healthy fat, protein and fiber. They contain about 180 calories in a 1 oz (28 grams) serving, on average. They also taste great and don't require…

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Phil Mickelson Becomes Latest Golfer To Call South Florida Home

Over the years, South Florida, specifically the Jupiter area, has become the mecca for pro golfers.

While Jack Nicklaus was the first to call the northern Palm Beach County area home, Tiger Woods relocating to Jupiter Island in 2010 started the "boom" that has resulted in the top golfers in the world flocking to south Florida. Today, the likes of Brooks Koepka, Dustin Johnson, Justin Thomas, and Rickie Fowler all live in the Jupiter area, making it one of the premier golf communities in the country.

It also looks like they are about to get a new neighbor.

At his press conference on Wednesday as the host of this week's American Express tournament in La Quinta, California, Phil Mickelson mentioned that he and his wife Amy recently purchased a…

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Ocean Explorers After Dark This Friday Night

The Loggerhead Marinelife Center is hosting their reoccurring monthly Ocean Explorers After Dark event for kids this Friday night.

Come and experience the sea turtle research and rehabilitation center after hours for a engaging opportunity and hands on experience for children to explore and experience the Loggerhead Marinelife Center. The program is geared toward children ages 6 to 10 years old and each month the program will feature a different unique theme.

The night includes a tour of the Outdoor Sea Turtle Hospital, a chance to participate in interactive games and lessons and pizza. The event is a drop-off event only and the drop off time starts at 5:30 pm to 6 pm and pick up time is from 9 pm to 9:30 pm.

The cost is $35 dollars per child. To…

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The Best Wildlife Centers In West Palm Beach

Florida, particularly South Florida, is famous for its wildlife. For those of you who love the water, here are a couple wildlife centers that you might want to visit.  

Manatee Lagoon

Manatee Lagoon is Florida Power & Light’s new eco-discovery center. This is your chance to see the manatees up close where they bask in the warm-water outflows from the power plant. The center includes exhibits, a boardwalk, picnic area, pavilion, cafe and gift shop. Even better, admission is free! 600 N. Flagler Dr., West Palm Beach. 561-626-2833 For a sneak preview, check out the Manatee Cam on their website VisitManateeLagoon.com

Loggerhead Marinelife Center

You’ll fall in love with sea turtles! Loggerhead Marinelife Center promotes sea turtle education,…

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New Tequesta Cafe Opens

The newest addition of incredible mom-and-pop restaurants in the area, Tequesta Café opened on the corner of U.S. 1 and Waterway Road in Tequesta where Corner Café used to be.

The owner, Michael Wolford, is a doctor at the VA Hospital in West Palm Beach, but he has put an enormous amount of energy and pride into crafting the atmosphere and unique breakfast and lunch items at Tequesta Café.

Wolford speaks very highly of his kitchen staff and has decorated the walls with 1950’s photos of the Tequesta area. His menu items vary from breakfast items like crab cake eggs benedict and a bagel with lox piled high, to lunch items like a flavorful lobster role or a club sandwich with a fried egg and garlic mayo.

The owner isn’t the only one who puts his…

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Must-See Open Houses This Weekend

It’s no secret that Waterfront Properties and Club Communities agents represent the most stunning listings in South Florida. If you’re searching for your dream home, we welcome you to attend any of our open houses this weekend!

Saturday

624 Inlet Rd, North Palm Beach, FL 33408

Saturday at 12 PM – 2 PM

$1,695,000

5 Beds, 3 Bath, 3,340 Sq Ft

This fabulous pool home was built in 2015 in sunny North Palm Beach and offers 75 feet of water-frontage. No HOA and close to A+ schools. Features include a beautiful staircase, impact glass throughout, ceiling fans, a gourmet chefs kitchen, an infinity pool and spa, a built-in summer kitchen, an elevator, a dock with boat lift,and so much more. The location affords you with direct access to some…

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Outdoor Concerts Friday and Saturday Nights In Palm Beach Gardens

The Downtown Palm Beach Gardens, formally The Downtown at the Gardens is continuing to host their outdoor concert series on Friday and Saturday nights.

The free weekly concert features a diverse lineup of regional and local bands playing everything from country, classic rock, pop, blues, jazz, oldies and everything in between. The concerts take place in the Centre Court of the outdoor shopping and lifestyle center. The live music will begin at 6 pm and last until 9 pm.

January 2020 Schedule:
Friday, 1/17: Shadow Creek
Saturday, 1/18: 33 Years
Friday, 1/24: The Mark Telesca Band
Saturday, 1/25: Ben Krieger
Friday, 1/31: The Samantha Russell Band

Before or during the concerts, stop by one of the several restaurants at the Downtown Palm Beach Gardens for…

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Visit the South Florida Science Center and Aquarium in West Palm Beach

The South Florida Science Center and Aquarium is a hands-on experience for the whole family. The center features more than 50 hands-on educational exhibits, a 10,000-gallon fresh and saltwater aquarium, a newly renovated digital planetarium, Conservation Research Station, Florida Exhibit Hall, traveling exhibits, and much more.

If you haven’t been to the SFSCA recently, it has changed a lot. They have dramatically renovated their facility and updates included a complete reconstruction of their 5,000 square foot Hall of Discovery containing 100 new or rehabilitated hands-on exhibits, a new mini-golf course, an upgraded planetarium, new 1,000 square foot early childhood education room, upgraded theater, a new science laboratory and upgraded…

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Best Florida Family Road Trips Outside of Palm Beach County

Living in a diverse vacation destination like Palm Beach County, sometimes we feel like there is never a reason to leave. We’re surrounded with championship golf courses, unspoiled beaches, world-class sportfishing, nature trails, fine dining, laid back tiki bars, and chic boutiques. If you love to explore, however, you’ll also be delighted to hear that there are many easy weekend or day trips worth experiencing throughout the sunshine state of Florida (OUTSIDE of Palm Beach County!). With one trip for every month of the year, your wanderlust is sure to be satisfied!

January – Historic Redland Tropical Trail

Redland got its name for the same reason it’s worth visiting- sprawling strawberry fields. Located about an hour south of Miami, you haven’t…

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The South Florida Fair Opening This Friday

The South Florida Fair is in town this Friday, January 17, through February 2, so don’t miss out! The Fair is one of the best local events for parents, grandparents, and kids to spend time together having fun and enjoying rides. There’s music, food, and, of course, lots and lots of rides.

Baseball Theme

The theme of this year’s fair is “Play Ball, Play Fair!” Interactive and educational sports exhibits will pave the way throughout the Expo Center. The Hometown Teams: How Sports Shape America exhibition, in partnership with the Smithsonian Institution and the Florida Humanities Council, will teach our visitors the cultural impact and importance of the different sports in American communities. The National Baseball Hall of Fame's "Picturing…

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