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The First Annual Craft Beer Festival and Burger Bash at PGA National!

This year on June 16th, 2012 will be the Inaugural Craft Beer Festival and Burger Bash held at the PGA National Resort and Spa. This event has been a popular spectacle in Miami for many years with sponsors from the Food Network and celebrity chefs joining the competition. Now, locals from Palm Beach County can enjoy the event that benefits the Surfrider Foundation Palm Beach County.  

At the bash you can enjoy over 50 different microbrews in unlimited 2 oz. servings from all over Florida as well as the nation. Munch on samples of burgers from your favorite restaurant, shop and enjoy live music. The first annual Craft Beer Festival and Burger Bash is sure to be an amazing time to spend with friends and family. It is going to be the biggest competition…

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TIPS FOR NEW HOME BUYERS!

Some analysts say that our economy is currently a “buyer’s market” and some may disagree. It comes as no surprise that the economy has been volatile. However there has been a silver lining on this ominous could, the sale of homes in Palm Beach County has been strong! According to the Palm Beach Post, the annual change in home sales in Palm Beach County has gone up 26 percent, from May 2011 to May 2012! This May has also been the 3rd consecutive month where home purchases have soared over the 1,000 mark. This month Florida realtors sold 1,115 homes in Palm Beach County according to a recent report. Fantastic!!! 

Here at Waterfront Properties our clients drive us. We have a dedicated staff, as well as a knowledgeable and experienced group of realtors…

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What More Could You Ask For? Food, Music and Fun at the West Palm Beach Green Market!

Colorful orchids hang over head, bursts of sunflowers, yards of fruits and vegetables line the streets, the Intracoastal glistens in the backdrop and local music fills the air. I hope this can paint a quick picture of the West Palm Beach Green Market. If you haven’t been to it on a Saturday yet, it is safe to say you’re missing out. The Green Market of West Palm Beach is a summer time event you shouldn’t miss. The Green Market is held at 101 South Flagler Drive on the West Palm Beach Waterfront. Over 60 vendors, from Palm Beach Gardens to Stuart, represent their farm fresh produce, hand made art and vibrant flowers at the Green Market.  If you want to be a vendor there is room for you too!  The market is known for its friendly vendors, buzzing…

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A Hop, Skip and a Jump Away from Jupiter--- The Bahamas!

Who new that adventures in a different country were closer than Disney World? For those of you who live in Jupiter, you may be surprised to learn that just over 55 nautical miles to the east is West End in the Bahamas. It is a popular trip for local Jupiter boaters and fisherman, since it only takes a couple of hours to get there.  

West End is located on the large island of Grand Bahama, an island in the Abacos of the Bahamas. Found on West End is a charming resort, Old Bahama Bay. Old Bahama Bay Resort and Yacht Harbor resembles a beachfront village in Key West.  The resort is luxurious and offers a beachside pool, oceanfront café, fine dining restaurant and impeccable service. The large, 72-slip marina gets filled up quickly on the holidays.  

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Prosperity Harbor Convenient to Shopping Centers

The lovely, gated community of Prosperity Harbor is snuggled among a series of canals west of the Intracoastal Waterway offering scenic views from patios and balconies.

The North Palm Beach real estate comprises 125 exquisite homes with a rich, tropical vibe. The homes range from three to five bedrooms and have amenities including private swimming pools with spas and boat docks. Prosperity Harbor offers a community pool, a clubhouse and jogging trails.

Nearby attractions include John D. MacArthur Beach State Park, Shoppes of Oakbrook, Harbour Financial Center, Prosperity Center and PGA Plaza. Just down PGA Boulevard from the North Palm Beach homes for sale are The Gardens Mall and Downtown at the Gardens.

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The World’s Number One Golfer-Rory McIlroy Finds a Home on The Loxahatchee River in Jupiter, Florida!

Rory McIlroy is already considered a golf legend at the young age of 23. He began his practice at the age of 2, in his home country of Ireland.  McIlroy learned his craft following his father, Gerry McIlroy, a good golfer himself and from that moment on he was “hooked”.  By the age of 15, in 2005, McIlroy won both the West of Ireland Championship and the Irish Close Championship becoming the youngest to ever win these titles.  By 2006, he won the European Amateur Tour and with several wins andchampionships underneath his belt he continued his climb to the top. 

McIlroy has played among the world’s most revered golfers, including Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson, Lee Westwood and KeeganBradley. In 2011, he took the title as the U.S. Open champion, which was…

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Homeowners Keep Country in Palm Beach Country Estates

No two homes are alike at Palm Beach Country Estates. The homes for sale at in Palm Beach Gardens were built on large lots in custom style with lots of open areas in which to roam.

The coveted Palm Beach Gardens real estate has a voluntary landowners association that maintains the entryway and puts on annual events for residents. There is no homeowners association.

While offering a peaceful, off-the-beaten-path, country-style environment, Palm Beach Country Estate is close to shopping malls, restaurants and venues such as Roger Dean Stadium. A golf course is located near the entrance to the property.

The three- to six-bedroom homes span between 1,700 and 6,500 square feet and have features including split-bedroom floorplans, volume ceilings and…

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Five Models To Choose From at Porto Vecchio

The Mediterranean-tinged subdivision of Porto Vecchio in Mirasol comprises 135 lovely Palm Beach Gardens homes with modern features, amenities and appointments.

Among the features in the Mirasol golf homes are custom cabinetry, granite countertops, state-of-the-art appliances, wood floors, crown molding, French doors, marble vanities in the master bathroom and California closets in the master bedroom.

The different models -- Altessa, Bardini I, Bardini II, Chateau I and Chateau II -- soar to more than 3,300 square feet and offer glimpses of the fourth hole and all of its flora and fauna. Owners of the Mirasol homes can take advantage of the grandiose Mirasol clubhouse, which offers a variety of entertainment, recreation and dining options amid a lush…

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Tiger Woods | Home Sweet Home on Jupiter Island

Tiger Woods, whose resurgence on the PGA Tour manifested itself on the final day of The Honda Classic in Palm Beach Gardens, has called South Florida home for about a year.

The famous duffer lives in a brand-new, custom-built mansion on Jupiter Island – complete with a 3.5-acre, four-hole practice facility in the back yard. The $54.5 million piece of property spans the narrow island and encompasses 12 acres.
Woods finished in second place at The Honda Classic at 10-under par and shot a personal best of 62 in the fourth round. Fellow Jupiter resident Tom Gillis tied Woods, and the two split the second-place purse.

Jupiter Island ranks among the most affluent communities in the United States and stands out for its beautiful beaches and small-town charm.…

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The 2011 Honda Classic Brings More Than Just Golf to PGA National in Palm Beach Gardens

You can continue your golf viewing while you are enjoying cold drinks and food throughout the day on the Heineken Terrace which overlooks the main Practice Green and the 10th Tee.  After play entertainment can be experienced her also, featuring different bands each night.

At the FPL Pavilion which overlooks the 17th green is another great hang out spot.  Here general admission fans can enjoy theatre-style seats, flat screen televisions and unobstructed views of the hole.  

At the 16th Green, we can't forget one of the most exciting spots, the Gosling's Dark 'n Stormy Bear Trap!  You can experience a sports bar atmosphere in this excitement charged spot hosted by Gosling's rum.

Taking public hospitality to new levels is the RBC Wine Garden. Covered seating,…

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