As the holidays surround us, we all understand that the gift of giving is traditional.

When determining what gift to give for the fishing devotee in your life, you may want to start with a more personal touch and plan time together in and on the water this holiday season! Many of the reasons why people love to go fishing are to have loads of fun with family and friends in an outdoor setting.

What better way to be outdoors in the nice cool and crisp air that South Florida offers, throw a line out and just wait and see what you pull up! Cool weather in South Florida is well known for sparking and activating the fish bite. Many families enjoy this time of year particularly for a fishing tradition and by appreciating all the benefits of being in nature…

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The 21st Annual Holiday Boat Parade of Palm Beach is coming to town this Saturday, December 5, 2015. It is a cherished event in the area and local residents prepare for it for weeks. 

A major event of the Marine Industries Association of Palm Beach County (MIAPBC) and festive present to society, the Annual Holiday Boat Parade will set the bar even higher this year. The 2015 21st Annual Palm Beach Holiday Boat Parade kicks off the holiday season this year on Saturday, December 5!

In years past the famous Palm Beach Boat Parade collected more than 18,000 toys for needy children in Palm Beach County!  Favorite area businesses and local municipalities continue providing ongoing support for the Marine Industries Association of Palm Beach County event. 

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Waterfront on the Ocean at Juno Beach is a luxurious oceanfront condominium community,located at 800 Ocean Drive, Juno Beach. This is where the wide white sand beaches and tranquil blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean just happen to be the resident’s back yard.  Waterfront on the Ocean is one of Juno Beach’s premiere elegant oceanfront condominiums located in Northern Palm Beach County offering sunrise as well as sunset views.

Relaxing at this beachside residence is stress-free and well appointed.   Spectacular east and west views await the homeowner.  This oceanfront condominium demands your attention with its expansive 9-foot ceilings and 9 foot sliding glass doors, which allow the breathtaking ocean views into the residence.  The stunning building…

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The Jensen Beach Pineapple Festival is in its 28th year history this weekend, November 13 -15, 2015.  The festival is one of the remaining few true street festivals in South Florida and one of the largest!  The weekend of festivities acknowledges the “community’s rich pineapple heritage.”

John Lawrence Jensen, of Denmark, arrived to the area in 1881.  He set up his plantation and began cultivating and farming pineapples. This area became known as the Town of Jensen. By 1894, Henry Flagler’s Florida East Coast Railway, reached the Town of Jensen.  Fresh pineapple shipments were loaded directly onto the freight cars and sent north.   The 19th century Town of Jensen revolved around pineapple farming and was known as the “Pineapple Capital of the…

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Water surrounds South Florida and there is always a fun event happening near or on the water. Coming up on November 14, 2015, is a super fun and free, family event that is located on West Palm Beach Waterfront.

Discover a local treasure at LagoonFest, where it is encouraged to learn about the fascinating local marvels from the Lake Worth Lagoon and to educate all on the importance on protecting this urban estuary.  The Lake Worth Lagoon is the largest estuary located in Palm Beach County and a special place where fresh water meets saltwater. The Lagoon is as long as 20 miles and about a half a mile wide that holds seagrass beds, mangroves, manatees, turtles, wading birds, as well as more than 250 documented types of fish species and numerous…

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The Seventh Annual ‘Go Blue Awards’ luncheon is fully devoted to identifying those that have contributed to marine conservation. Palm Beach County’s most outstanding ocean conservationist awards ceremony, was intently created to recognize stand out individuals, nonprofit organizations and businesses that support Loggerhead Marinelife Center’s (LMC) mission to encourage safeguarding.

On Friday, November 6, 2015, in this seventh year, the luncheon will bring a crowd together at PGA National Resort & Spa in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. PGA National is an upscale resort that has been a place of legendary moments. There will be a well-known key note speaker, Joel Sartore, who is a photographer, speaker, author, teacher and a regular contributor to National…

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If you are from Jupiter or Palm Beach County you can probably reminisce about your memories splashing in the water and swimming through the natural lagoon that is DuBois Park. Many of us have had picnics and long summer days at this iconic Jupiter beach park, but did you know how significant DuBois historically?  

Dubois Park is the site of the Harry and Susan Dubois Pioneer Home.  It is the second oldest house standing in Palm Beach County.  This historic icon of Jupiter was made of Florida pine and had cypress shingles; which over the years were replaced with cedar shingles. The interior walls were fastened tongue and groove, and set on a diagonal for additional strength. The north county old pioneer home has attracted the attention of history buffs…

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A Waldorf Astoria resort and spa, The Boca Raton Resort and Club is one of the finest hotels in southern Florida. If you are looking for an indulgent and luxurious get away, “stay-cation” or just a spa day, you must enjoy a stay at the renowned Boca Raton Resort and Club. 

Located in Boca Raton, Florida The Boca Raton Resort and Club offers a number of different staying options and it even offers its guests the opportunity for a club membership. 

The Cloister is offers details that date back to 1926 when Addison Mizner first dreamt up the idea of such a fabulous resort. The Cloister building is an iconic section of the resort with its spectacular Spanish-Mediterranean architecture. Enjoy all the luxury and personalized service of Waldorf Astoria in…

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It may not come as a huge surprise to the residents that reside in South Florida and have decided to retire in the gorgeous area of Martin County. Many say the region is a coastal dream!

Retirement consists on a lot of preparing and represents a good chunk of your lifetime. “It is important to live somewhere that satisfies all your care, community and transportation needs while still having enough culture and entertainment options to keep you happy.” After canvasing the coastlines of South Florida with admiration for the genuine seaside charm, a lovely beach culture and good housing, Martin County is a wonderful place to spend your golden years.

They call it the Treasure Coast for many reasons, it could be because by enjoying simple afternoons spent…

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There is an ancient sport that is making a comeback in South Florida that is called Dragon Boat Racing. Imagine paddling with a lot of upper physical strength just after undergoing treatments and/ or overcoming breast cancer. In Palm Beach County, dragon boating is regaining popularity and is quickly becoming a movement that is impacting breast cancer survivor’s spirits!

If you never heard of dragon boating, it is one of the fastest growing water sports in the world. It is a team paddling water sport that has its roots in a folk ritual of villagers originally from Southern China. For dragon boat races, the boats are generally assembled with decorative Chinese dragon heads and tails.

Debbie Brooks, resident of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida shared her passions…

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