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PALMBEACHESTHETRAVEL TRADE GUIDEThe Best Way to Experience Florida

Idyllic beaches. Boundless outdoor adventure. Vibrant cities brimming with richart, dining and culture. With all this and year-round warm weather, your clientswill wonder why they ever vacationed anywhere else! We invite you to exploreThe Palm Beaches, and discover the very best Florida has to offer.CITIESNorthPALM BEACHThe iconic island of Palm Beach captivates withits palm-lined vias, Gilded Age architectureand luxurious resorts. World-famous WorthAvenue is lined with haute boutiques and chicsidewalk cafés.JUPITERThis slice of paradise offers unspoiled beaches,abundant green space and some of the bestpaddling in The Palm Beaches. Visitors canget sweeping ocean views from atop theJupiter Lighthouse, or watch Spring Trainingbaseball at Roger Dean Stadium.WELLINGTONRIVIERA BEACH & SINGER ISLANDSouthThis area makes a great jumping-off point foraquatic adventures of every kind, from scubadiving to snorkeling to manatee-spotting.The pristine beaches of Singer Island are along-time hideaway of the rich and famous.PALM BEACH GARDENSThe hometown of the PGA is filled withchallenging and picturesque golf coursesdesigned by legends like Jack Nicklaus.Off the course your clients can shop, theretail scene here that rivals the golf.CentralWEST PALM BEACHThe largest city in The Palm Beachesis home to a breathtaking waterfront,excellent dining and the colorful ClematisStreet entertainment district. Must-seeattractions include the Palm Beach Zoo,Norton Museum of Art and Antique Row.Widely recognized as the Winter EquestrianCapital of the World, Wellington welcomesscores of players, fans and riders for eventslike Palm Beach International Polo Seasonand the Winter Equestrian Festival.DELRAY BEACHVoted “Most Fun Small Town in America” byRand McNally and USA Today, vibrant DelrayBeach is teeming with edgy galleries, eclecticshops and live music venues from AtlanticAvenue to Pineapple Grove.BOCA RATONWith its balance of natural beauty and culturalattractions, Boca has it all. Visitors can exploreoutstanding museums, attend an al frescoconcert at Mizner Park or visit rehabilitatingsea turtles at Gumbo Limbo Nature Center.THE BEST WAY TO EXPERIENCE FLORIDA With a long legacy of hospitality as warm as theFlorida sunshine, The Palm Beaches are a playgroundfor travelers of every budget and interest. Whetheryour clients are here for a day, a week or longer, our47 miles of beaches are waiting to be explored.

FESTIVALS & EVENTSThere’s always something going on in The Palm Beaches! From sports tournamentsto food festivals to cultural celebrations, these great events will give your clientsa reason to visit (or just something fun to do while they’re here).JanuaryJuneWinter Equestrian FestivalJanuary – March, WellingtonSouth Florida FairWest Palm BeachArt Palm BeachJanuary – February, Palm BeachSummer in ParadiseJune – August, West Palm BeachFebruaryPalm Beach Jewelry, Art & Antique ShowWest Palm BeachDelray Beach OpenDelray BeachArtiGrasJupiterThe Honda ClassicPalm Beach GardensMajor League Baseball Spring TrainingFebruary – March, Jupiter & West Palm BeachMarchPalm Beach International Boat ShowWest Palm BeachPalm Beach PrideLake WorthBoca BacchanalBoca RatonAprilDelray AffairDelray BeachBarrett-Jackson Auto AuctionWest Palm BeachSunFestWest Palm BeachJulyJuly 4th CelebrationsThroughout The Palm BeachesShakespeare by the SeaMid July, JupiterOctoberSpa & Wellness MonthThroughout The Palm BeachesOktoberfestLake WorthBoynton Beach Haunted Pirate FestBoynton BeachNovemberLagoonFestWest Palm BeachDecemberHoliday in ParadiseWest Palm BeachHoliday Boat ParadesThroughout The Palm BeachesCheribundi Boca Raton BowlBoca RatonPalm Beach International Polo SeasonDecember – April, WellingtonPalm Beach Food & Wine FestivalPalm Beach

BEACHES &OUTDOORSBeachesOutdoor ActivitiesWOThe wide shoreline of Delray Beach MunicipalBeach is just a short walk from the funkyshops, bistros, pubs and galleries of AtlanticAvenue. Nestled in a lush coastal forest,Atlantic Dunes Park is perfect for a laid-backbeach day. And nearby Anchor Park offersa bit more action, with Hobie Wave rentals,surfing lessons and snorkeling excursions tothe SS Inchulva, a 1903 shipwreck locatedjust offshore.The shallow artificial reef at Phil Foster ParkSnorkel Trail in Riviera Beach put snorkelersface to face with exotic fish, stingrays,giant starfish and more. Paddling is anotherpopular pursuit in The Palm Beaches, andthere’s plenty of Old Florida beauty to befound while canoeing, kayaking or stand-uppaddleboarding our beautiful waterways.Nature lovers shouldn’t miss the chance tovisit Everglades National Park, a UNESCOWorld Heritage Site brimming withmangroves, marshes and native wildlife.ith nearly 30 tropical beach parksfrom Jupiter to Boca Raton, someof the best beaches in South Florida are inThe Palm Beaches. Early risers can catch aglorious sunrise on the famous Lake WorthMunicipal Beach pier. Located on a barrierisland, John D. MacArthur Beach State Parkboasts nearly two miles of stunning shoreline,as well as scenic hikes and paddling amongdolphins and manatees.n land or water, The Palm Beaches area year-round mecca of outdoor fun.Players can hit the links at over 160 pristinegolf courses in Florida’s Golf Capital .Anglers can arrange a chartered fishingexcursion, or enjoy the plentiful public fishingopportunities at places like Ocean Inlet Parkand the Lantana Bridge piers.

SHOPPINGIf shopping is high on your client’s list, The Palm Beachesare a can’t-miss destination. Whether they love huntingfor vintage treasures or splurging on luxury goods,this retail paradise has something for everyone.Outdoor shoppingWorth Avenue: Palm BeachPalm Beach Outlets: West Palm BeachMizner Park: Boca RatonAntique Row: Downtown West Palm BeachRosemary Square: West Palm BeachDowntown Delray BeachIndoor Shopping MallsThe Gardens Mall: Palm Beach GardensTown Center at Boca Raton: Boca RatonThe Mall at Wellington Green: WellingtonF or a complete list of shopping venues, visitthepalmbeaches.com/shoppingCULTUREFlagler MuseumFlorida’s Cultural Capital From world-class museums to award-winningperforming arts, culture shines in The Palm Beaches,with more than 200 arts and cultural organizationscalling the region home.Pineapple Grove: Delray BeachOld School Square: Delray BeachBoca Raton Museum of Art: Boca RatonNorton Museum of Art: West Palm BeachFlagler Museum: Palm BeachF or a complete list of galleries and museums, visitthepalmbeaches.com/arts-cultureNorton Museum of Art

DINING &NIGHTLIFEDiningEvery meal is a special occasion in The PalmBeaches, and there’s something to tempt everytaste bud at our outstanding restaurants.Diners can arrive by boat to watersiderestaurants such as Guanabanas in Jupiterto linger over fresh-caught seafood, our localculinary specialty. Celebrity restaurants likeBuccan by Chef Clay Conley serve up inventivecreations that are almost too pretty to eat. AndAvocado Grill’s farm-to-fork small plates offera sophisticated take on casual coastal fare.The charming Vias of Worth Avenue reveal asecret world of elegant dining, with restaurantslike Renato’s Palm Beach and Pizza Al Fresco.Café Delamar dishes out Peruvian cuisineamid the shaded palms and sparkling fountainsof Via Demario. And no visit to Via Bice iscomplete without a decadent Italian mealat Bice Ristorante.NightlifeCLEMATIS BY NIGHTEvery Thursday throughout the year, locals andvisitors alike gather at this lively seaside happyhour on Clematis Street in West Palm Beachto mingle, feast on food and drink specials,and dance to live music.ATLANTIC AVENUEDelray Beach may be best known for itsbeaches, but Atlantic Avenue is also anexciting destination for nightlife, where musicand fun spill out of more than 100 bars, cafésand clubs. Hear classic rock ‘n roll whiletearing into BBQ ribs, wings and burgers atthe ever-popular Johnnie Brown’s, and playvintage arcade games and pinball machinesat the family-friendly Silverball Museum.

Located just 2.5 miles west ofdowntown West Palm Beach andjust a few minutes from I-95, thismedium-sized airport is easilyaccessible from all of South Florida.GETTING HERE& GETTING AROUNDOrlandoAirportsPalm Beach International Airport (PBI)Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL)Miami International Airport (MIA)Three smaller airports are also available for private aircraft.Getting AroundFt. LauderdaleVirgin Trains USA (formerly Brightline): Sleek, high-speedrail connecting downtown West Palm Beach withFort Lauderdale and Miami.Tri-Rail: Commuter rail with six stations servicingThe Palm Beaches, as well as 72 miles betweenPalm Beach, Broward and Miami-Dade counties.Cars: Major national car rental brands, Lyft &Uber, town cars and limousines are all available.Also available are complimentary shuttle services,buses and the Downtown West Palm Beach TrolleyService — running three routes, seven days a week.PLACES TO STAYFrom luxury resorts to boutique hideaways,America’s First Resort Destination has a widevariety of hotels to accommodate your clients’every needs. Soak up Old World elegance at the historicBoca Raton Resort & Club PGA National Resort & Spa features fivechampionship courses designed by golflegends; the world-renowned spa invitesguests to relax as hard as they play.The Palm BeachesMiamiNORTHJUPITERJUNO BEACHPALM BEACH GARDENSRIVIERA BEACH/SINGER ISLANDCENTRALWEST PALM BEACHPALM BEACHLAKE WORTH BEACHWELLINGTONLAKE OKEECHOBEE/THE GLADESSOUTHBOYNTON BEACHDELRAY BEACHBOCA RATON The historic Breakers Palm Beach hashosted U.S. presidents and nobility, andboasts a pristine private beach, palatialspa and plush guestrooms with balconies. Well-known hotel brands, such as the PalmBeach Marriott Singer Island Beach Resort &Spa, let visitors experience The Palm Beaches’legendary hospitality in affordable style.F or a full list of hotels visit:thepalmbeaches.com/places-to-stay

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Avenue to Pineapple Grove. BOCA RATON With its balance of natural beauty and cultural attractions, Boca has it all. Visitors can explore outstanding museums, attend an al fresco concert at Mizner Park or visit rehabilitating sea turtles at Gumbo Limbo Nature Center. CITIES Idyllic beaches.