The Town of Jupiter and the Village of Tequesta are nestled between Palm Beach Gardens and Stuart. Both areas cater to the outdoor style, as they wrap around the Loxahatchee River and Intracoastal Waterway, which provide incomparable views to residents. For this reason, water sports and boating are abundant. Jupiter and Tequesta also offer their share of championship golf courses and pristine beaches frequented often under consistently sunny skies.

Have you ever dreamt of living on an island? Your very own private oasis of towering palm trees, sparkling water and a private "hut" to call home. Imagine an island home, sparkling water, cocoanut trees, and a shaded hammock.  The villa overlooking the water has big balconies,umbrellas and sun chairs.

That dream of island living can be somewhat unrealistic for most people.  Fortunately South Florida presents opportunities for residency that are very close to living on an island.

The Islands of Jupiter is a luxurious gated community of 105 must see custom upscale residences.  These riverfront estates are extended over the four islands that John D. MacArthur had originally commissioned for development. It is located at the northernmost point…

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Brought to you by the Choral Society of the Palm Beaches is the 54th Annual “Spring Gold” Concert. No need to fly to the Big Apple for a Broadway show, just drive to Jupiter! Two shows are coming to Jupiter this Saturday, April 30th and Sunday, May 1st.  

This performance put on by the talented Choral Society of the Palm Beaches is made even more special this year by featuring Broadway star, Lisa Vroman. Vroman will be playing the iconic role of Christine Daae in “Spring Gold.” Her experience on Broadway is impressive, as she has performed in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “Phantom of the Opera” and  “Aspects of Love.” The Choral Society joins her for a rendition of “The Most Happy Fella;” the society will also perform works by Duke Ellington, Benny Goodman and…

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The climate in South Florida is described as sub-tropical. With the exception of an occasional, brief summer rain shower, most homeowners and their families spend ample time outside of the home enjoying the weather.  In Palm Beach County, the climate designates outdoor living as the way to enjoy leisure time.   Many of the spectacular waterfront properties listed with Waterfront Properties and Club Communities feature outdoor amenities designed for pleasurable alfresco living.

Architects have masterfully designed homes with resort style pools and cascading waterfalls, koi ponds, wine cellars and home theaters.  Sometimes amenities are just unusual – hydraulic lift transports in the garage to allow double level parking, yoga lawns, and hi-tech touch…

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Do you want to know whether you are the tortoise or the hare? Give it your best shot with family and friends at the 26th Annual Turtle Trot 5K in Jupiter. 

The celebrated, annual Turtle Trot 5K Run put on by the Town of Jupiter is taking place on May 7th and the race starts at 7:30am. The Turtle Trot participants must check in at Ocean Cay Park in Jupiter.

Details on the race are as follows: The main Turtle Trot is a “flat out, back and forth” 3.1 mile long race. The competitors will run along the beach road all competing for the first place title. But if you aren’t into racing flat out don’t worry, joggers and walkers are applauded to partake and completion is a celebrated title (both the tortoises and the hares are welcome here!). 
For those who love to…

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Abacoa is a delightful family community comprised of several distinct neighborhoods in Jupiter, Florida. Each neighborhood has its own style ranging from Mediterranean to Victorian to Key West inspired with homes like single-family homes, condominiums, townhomes, villas and apartments. Many of the communities offer community clubhouses or parks with pools, picnic areas and children’s playgrounds. Residents of Abacoa will own a home in the heart of Jupiter, just minutes from the beaches and ocean. Living in Abacoa makes you feel like part of a community.

Jupiter is located in Palm Beach County, Florida. According to the 2014 Census Bureau estimate, the town had a total population of 60,681. Coastal Living has rated it as the 9th Happiest Seaside…

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The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation (FWC) met in Jupiter, Florida and determined to approve a two part invasive lionfish plan to encourage to remove the species.

As many people who live in Florida know and understand the potential negative impacts the invasive species in putting on our wildlife and native habitats. The FWC is encouraging divers and anglers to help remove from the Florida waters whenever it is possible.

“Innovative programs like these are a great way to generate public involvement and interest in controlling the lionfish population,” said FWC Chairman Brian Yablonski. “Those that remove lionfish not only get rewarded for their efforts, but they also get the experience of helping manage Florida’s fisheries. In addition,…

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Located within beautiful Palm Beach County is the picturesque city of Palm Beach Gardens.  Palm Beach Gardens prior to development was forest, cattle ranches and outlying was swamplands.  In 1959, land developer John D. MacArthur announced plans to build a community and would build homes for 55,000.  He planned on naming the soon to be built city Palm Beach City.  The Florida State Legislature rejected the name and he renamed the proposed city Palm Beach Garden.

MacArthur’s “garden city” grew quickly in the 1960’s.  The city had a population of 7,000 residents by the early 1970’s. Palm Beach Gardens became the home of the Professional Golfers Association and today there are numerous golf courses and many beautiful communities and neighborhoods…

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Martin County’s largest vegetable garden is Kai-Kai Farms. The owners of Kai-Kai Farms, Carl Frost and Diane Cordeau, were two lab technicians for the University of Florida, Indian River Research and Education Center that met, fell in love, and married in 1988. It was a match made in sustainable farming heaven.

Their love of traveling brought them to the Solomon Islands and pointed them in the direction of what their life’s work would be. Upon reaching the islands, they were greeted by various tribal chiefs and invited for kai-kai. They learned kai-kai meant food gatherings. They learned how they grew vegetables in a very basic way. They decided that farming would be their future.   

Kai-Kai Farms follows all organic protocols for the local,…

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Blowing Rocks Preserve is a waterfront preserve with beautiful natural limestone beachfront formations.  The rock formations can send saltwater geysers into the sky as whitecaps pound the shoreline. Blowing Rocks Preserve, 574 South Beach Road, Hobe Sound.  For more information, please call (561) 747-3113 or visit www.nature.org.

The Busch Wildlife Sanctuary is a non-profit facility dedicated to the care of sick, injured and orphaned wildlife. Annually, more than 3,000 animals receive treatment through the wildlife rehabilitation program. Busch Wildlife Sanctuary, 2500 Jupiter Park Drive, Jupiter.  For more information, please call (561) 575-3399 or visit www.nature.org.

Canoe Outfitters of Florida is located at the shores of the “Wild and…

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Polo, the “sport of kings”, is not only for the wealthy and royals in Palm Beach County, it has been a favorite pastime of local Floridians for years. The International Polo Club Palm Beach is located in Wellington, Florida. Wellington is the heart of South Florida’s horse country and the epicenter of international polo.

The great international sport of polo used to be practiced by only by kings and now graces the Palm Beaches annually. The international polo season begins in early January and continues until into May. During the season, guests can come out to the polo grounds and relish the matches and all the happenings that surround it.

On any given Sunday, meet friends and other guests enjoying the polo matches of Palm Beach County under…

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