The Lionfish is an attractive and elegant fish but unfortunately it is an invasive species in our South Florida reefs and waters. The lionfish are incredibly destructive to our reef environments as they have no natural predators and plenty of food, resulting in over-population. Lionfish eat miniscule shrimp which is the main diet of our native reef fish including juvenile grouper, snook, mullet, snapper and many other species. Since, the lionfish have no natural predators here and are destroying our native marine life populations, it is up to our divers and approved events that to help govern their population and with any luck eradicate them one day. 

The Lionfish is not native to Floridian waters and it wreaks havoc on the local reef and coastal…

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Consumers using the Internet in their homebuying process in South Florida continues to grow. Interestingly, those buyers are more likely to use a real estate agent, than not use a real estate professional according to an annual survey from the National Association of Realtors.

The National Association of Realtors, “Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers”, included survey responses from thousands of individuals who purchased a home during a one-year period of time. The seller information in the report is from those buyers who also sold a home. Home buyers who purchased a home during that time period, the highest share ever ,92 percent, used the Internet to search for a home. 

The Internet is a part of getting your marketing strategy and is an…

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Jupiter Hills Club, 11800 SE Hill Club Terrace, Tequesta in Martin County is  a private golf course in the Village of Tequesta.  It is conveniently located between the IntracoastalWaterway and Jonathan Dickinson State Park. The park provides the community with natural preserves that cannot be replicated. Tall trees, rolling hills, crystal clean waters, and the native Florida wildlife make that makes the area breathtaking. The  Intracoastal Waterway also provides stunning  scenery along with access to water for those who love boating, fishing and other water related activities.

Acquiring the land,  that would become Jupiter Hills, was a complicated three-way deal that involved its founding members purchasing land for the State of Florida in exchange…

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There are ways to expedite the sale of your Palm Beach County home, without sacrificing profit.  Real estate markets vary drastically depending on where you live.  If you are considering selling your home, it may be a good time. However, before you call the Realtor and put the “for sale” sign  in the yard follow consider the following 5 tips to help you sell as quickly as possible and for the best price: Click here for more ideqs.

 1. Spruce up your curb appeal. Prospective buyer’s critic a home before entering it.  Remember what Mom always said about first impressions. Plant fresh flowers, spruce up the lawn, put out a welcome mat. Get them in the front door.

 2.  Depersonalize.  Few things deter buyers more than a cluttered home. They need to…

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Interior color trends for your Southeast Florida home are always changing like the tide. Green is the 2017’s color of the year, the hue of the moment. Green is environments neutral. The further people becomes inundated in modern life, the greater their yearning to dip into the beauty of the environment.  It is apparent in architecture, lifestyle and design selections worldwide.  Green is reminiscent of blossoming plant life and the natural beauty of the outdoors. The color green hints - take a deep breath and reinvigorate.

Research tells us that there are colors to avoid. Some colors can be considered as irritants and can even cause headaches, mood or jumble up your vision.   According to color research, the worst offending color is yellow. “More…

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Arts Garage, 94 NE 2nd Avenue, Delray Beach, FL 33444, is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization.  It is a renowned multi-media arts venue situated in downtown Delray Beach. Delray is known as a cultural hub for the arts.  Arts Garage proudly presents Grammy award-winning musicians, upcoming artists and musicians, as well as arts education and outreach programs.  Browse through the spacious visual art gallery, which displays emerging local talent. 

Arts Garage has something for everyone!  In the past year, they have hosted Parisian musicians, a Haitian orchestra, an Argentinian folk singer, and other worldwide artists. This year they will be highlighting internationally celebrated performers that have had an…

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You have been searching for that perfect oceanfront condominium in the Jupiter, Juno Beach or Singer Island area and now you are picturing yourself on the balcony looking over swaying palms and the gentle breeze off the Atlantic Ocean in your face.  There are a few important questions you need to ask before buying a condominium.  A professional real estate agent with Waterfront Properties and Club Communities condominium specialist can help you get the answers.

Whatever the reason, many individuals appreciate condominium living. You frequently get a spa like pool and fitness center, as well as a security, insuring privacy as well as the opportunity to own a home without having to worry about all the caretaking responsibilities.

First, take a…

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Jupiter residents have been noticing the latest, state-of-the-art food truck around.  Guanabanas Island Restaurant and Bar is now on four wheels.  Cruising around the northern end of Palm Beach County, the Guanabanas mobile kitchen is offered for festivals and events in Palm Beach County. 

In the United States, the Texas chuck wagon is a pioneer to the modern day food truck. In 1866, a Texas cattle rancher tailored a sturdy old United States Army wagon with interior shelves and drawers.  It was stocked with kitchenware, medical supplies, water, dried beans, coffee, cornmeal, bacon, salted pork, beef, and other easy foods, which were easy to preserve.

A food truck is a large truck equipped to…

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Mounts Botanical Gardens of Palm Beach County, 531 North Military Trail, West Palm Beach, FL 33415 is the oldest and largest civic botanical garden in the Palm Beaches. The beginning of the Garden traces back to the University of Florida’s Cooperative Extension Service, “providing free and low-cost agricultural education to the broad local community”.

The Garden exhibitions assess materials that are environmentally suitable for home, commercial, and public landscapes while providing opportunities for people of all ages to learn the art, science, and joy of gardening. The Garden is full of orchids. Orchids are known for their ease of care and beauty, Phalaenopsis orchids throughout the seasons; add exactly the right touch of style to any decor or…

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The condominiums of The Oceanfront at Juno Beach have perfected beachfront living in Palm Beach County with unobstructed views of the sparkling, blue Atlantic Ocean.  The Town of Juno Beach is delightfully and it had miles of unspoiled beach.  The amazing waterfront condominiums of are four per floor, 4 bedroom, 5 ½ bath, and family room. 

It has been said that living in Oceanfront “feels like living in a private, beach front home, not a condominium”.  The oceanfront homes offer unparalleled privacy. Discerning property owners  appreciate spacious carefully designed floor plans, wrap around balconies, and private elevators.  With only 12 floors, and two residences per floor, Oceanfront at Juno Beach, offers a warm an inviting atmosphere.  Amenities…

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