Glamping is where nature meets luxury. If you’ve never heard the term before glamping, it simply means “glamourous camping.”

Glamping—or, for that matter, just good ole’ fashioned camping—is something you can safely do while practicing social distancing.

The people like to travel has changed. We no longer want a generic, one-size-fits-all vacation. All-inclusive resorts are out, authentic real-life experiences are in. Here are a few great places to go glamping in the Palm Beaches.

Headwaters

In our own backyard is the Headwaters Eco Retreat. Using old shipping containers on the banks of the Loxahatchee River, in Jupiter they have built a unique glamping destination. The main lodge at the Headwaters Eco Retreat is comprised of three…

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Set within the heart of the Palm Beaches, Mirasol is a magnificent club that is surrounded by natural preserves and exquisite lakes. The private, gated enclave offers two championship golf courses designed by legends Tom Fazio and Arthur Hills, superb dining and social offerings, a family-friendly Sports Complex, a dedicated Tennis Center, and The Esplanade, which is a lushly landscaped destination for the best in fitness, spa, and aquatics.

Real Estate

The three to six bedrooms homes in Mirasol are beautiful and unique. There are 25 residential villages within Mirasol, each with its own distinct style. They are Villa Vasari, Via Capri, Via Verde, Esperanza, Paradisio, Florenza, Mariposa, Playa Rienta, Talavera, Quantera, Porto Vecchio, Bianca,…

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Calling all ravioli lovers, today Friday, March 20th is National Ravioli Day in the United States. National Ravioli Day is celebrated on March 20th every year and is a favorite day for pasta lovers. 

Ravioli is a traditional Italian dish served as the main course, appetizer or side dish. Raviolis are usually served in a broth or pasta sauce and can be stuffed with cheese, meats or seafood. 

Here are some local restaurants around Jupiter that serve Ravioli dishes.  

  1. Carmine’s Coal Fired Pizza
  2. Portobello Cucina Italiana 
  3. Tiramisu Ristorante Italiano 
  4. Casa Mia Trattoria Pizzeria
  5. Buonasera Restaurant
  6. Nick and Johnny’s Osteria 
  7. Carmine’s La Trattoria

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The Seagate Country Club is a mature Joe Lee golf course that winds through 300 acres with Celebration Bermuda Grass tee boxes and Champion Bermuda Grass greens.

The new practice facility features a fully outfitted driving range with ProV1 golf balls, putting green, short game pitching and bunker areas, as well as a staff of international and domestic PGA professionals. Additionally, The Seagate Country Club features a full-service clubhouse, fitness center, pool, Har-Tru tennis courts, casual and fine dining, and banquet space for special events.

Click here for more information.

Where: 3600 Hamlet Dr, Delray Beach, FL 33445

- Championship 300-acre, 18 hole, golf course.

- State-of-the-art practice facility, with instruction available.

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The first day of Spring for the Northern Hemisphere was yesterday, Thursday, March 19th. The first day of Spring for the United States and the rest of the Northern Hemisphere is the day the sun crosses the celestial equator moving northward, which usually falls on March 20th or March 21st.  The day is known as the Vernal Equinox.  

Here are some interesting facts about Spring that you might not have known. 

1. When it is Spring in the Northern Hemisphere, its Fall in the Southern Hemisphere. 

2. The first day of Spring will have 12 hours of daylight and 12 hours of darkness. 

3. Spring used to be known as Lent. In the 14th Century the name was changed to Springing Time and in the 15thCentury was changed to Springing. It wasn’t until the…

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If you are looking socially isolated, peaceful place to hike, try the Pine Glades Natural Area.

The Pine Glades Natural Area has 6,651 acres of restored wetlands open residents of Palm Beach County. Located just west of Jupiter Farms and a short drive from Palm Beach Gardens and The Town of Jupiter, the park has nearly eight miles of hiking trails, a kayak launch, a covered picnic area, a wheelchair accessible restroom, and several boardwalks surrounded by the sounds and sights of natural Florida.

Pine Glades Natural Area is part of the Loxahatchee River watershed and the Northeast Everglades Natural Area. The site had been previously used for now-defunct agricultural purposes and was acquired a piece by piece over the course of 11 years. It…

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Jonathan’s Landing has it all: waterfront views, multiple golf courses, and beautiful homes, each with enough inside and outside space to raise a family.

The community offers all of the amenities of places such as Admirals Cove or Frenchman’s Creek yet at an affordable membership rate for both full-time residents and snowbirds. The beautiful community is well manicured and offers a country club lifestyle on an affordable budget. Jonathan's Landing is one of a few communities that does not require a membership equity fee to buy a home, but memberships are available. The use of the fitness center requires a minimum house membership.

Jonathan’s Landing Golf Club

Jonathan’s Landing Golf Club is home to three challenging 18-hole championship golf…

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Just because you need to socially distance yourself from other people, doesn’t mean you can’t spend time with your dog. Here are some of the best dog parks in the Palm Beaches.

Pooch Pines

This park, designed for off-leash recreation, is fenced and features several areas, including a wash station, shade, benches, and fountains.

Location: Eshleman Trail, West Palm Beach, FL 33413

Cinquez Park

Cinquez Park is located immediately north of the intersection on Indiantown Road and Center Street at 2183 West Indiantown Road in Jupiter, Florida. In 2008. Cinquez is a new park, the construction of which was finished just this year. It’s Jupiter’s first dog park and sits on 13 acres.

Location: 2183 W Indiantown Rd, Jupiter, FL 33458

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With everything going on right now, our daily routines have changed greatly. While finding some sort of normalcy in our new daily routines can be tough, given the current restrictions, there are some things that we can continue to do.

One of those things is golf, albeit with some slight modifications. In fact, golf is one of the things on the approved list as far as outdoor activities go. Here are some things to consider as you go out and hit the golf course:

Continue To Practice Social Distancing

It is recommended that when you are out that you stay 6 feet away from the person closest to you. The good thing about golf is, if you are following the rules correctly, you will be way more than 6 feet away from the person or group playing in front…

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Palm Beach Gardens newest residential neighborhood has added more shops and restaurants to its Town Center. Alton’s Town Center is located on Donald Ross Road, east of Interstate 95.  The Town Center is being developed as an entertainment and retail destination within the neighborhood. 

So far businesses are booming at Alton’s Town Center with the new shops and restaurants expected to open in the next few months. Currently, Alton is home to a PetSmart, Publix, Lyrnoa’s, Juniors barber Shop, Panera Bread, Longhorn Steakhouse, Chase Bank, Bolay, LemonShark Poke, Raw Juice Bar , LA Fitness and more. More proposed tenants are expected to open in the coming months. 

Alton Palm Beach Gardens neighborhood will not only feature a Town Center that…

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