The South Florida Traveler

For me up north, the snow is keeping me inside, but for those people in Florida you are a bit luckier as you can get around. But, as you are preparing to finish up your holiday shopping what is open? Here’s a quick run-down on where to sneak in and pick up those last minute touches to make your holidays a little merrier.

Publix: All stores close at 7:00 pm on Christmas Eve and are closed all day on Christmas Day
Albertson’s: open until 3:00 pm on Christmas Day, 9:00 pm on Christmas Eve
Winn-Dixie: open until 4:00 pm on Christmas Day, 7:00 …read more

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For those of you who have been around South Florida for awhile, you must surely remember when CityPlace used to be more of a ghetto than a tourist destination. After cleaning the area up, a huge amount of real estate development and some dedicated people devoted to change, CityPlace was transformed. OK, so I wasn’t around to see the transformation, I’ve surely heard stories, but now I feel that another area of West Palm Beach is worthy of recognition, a place called Northwood Village.
Northwood Village is located 1 mile north of Palm Beach Lakes Blvd. in West Palm Beach between …read more

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However you celebrate the holidays, one thing is clear – they are quickly coming up and the festivities are on. Whether you are looking to take part in a tree lighting ceremony, a shopping extravaganza or want to watch a holiday parade, you have plenty of options. Here are some taking place this week:

Come down to Worth Avenue on Tuesday, December 2nd for The Worth Avenue Promenade and Town of Palm Beach Tree Lighting ceremony. The stores will extend their hours and will be offering free refreshments. While you are there, enjoy the complimentary music from local bands and choral …read more

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Moving to Florida from the Midwest, I often  get asked the question, “Don’t you miss the seasons?” What do you mean? Don’t I miss the winters when it would get down to -44 degrees wind chill, where I’d wear flannel lined pants, scarves to cover my face so I could barely see, my eyes watering as soon as I left the building, my fingers turning purple and my body being numb because it was so cold outside? Nope, can’t say that I miss that. Though, I do miss that fresh coat of snow that lines the street when you wake …read more

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For the past few months, I have been busy blogging away at Southern Byways, but I am happy to let you know that I am back, and will be keeping you updated on the best of South Florida. And for those of you who missed me while I was gone, here’s a little sampling of what I was up to:

America in Bloom named Stuart, Florida, one of America’s most beautiful cities. They were noted for the special attention they pay towards environmental awareness. To find out what other cities made the list, check out my post.
Ready to Chill? Orlando just …read more

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I’ll be honest. I live in West Palm Beach, and when I need something, I don’t think twice about running to The Gardens Mall. Clothes, shoes, accessories or the perfect gift – they have it all. Well, until now. About 6 months ago (though I might be off on this), a great new store opened up at The Mall at Wellington Green called Ma Cherie d’Amour. It is changing my regular visit to Palm Beach Gardens and instead, I find myself driving out west. Ma Cherie is a French Lingerie store located right outside of Dillard’s on the first floor. They offer French lingerie, …read more

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