Neighborhoods

Delray Beach, Florida

By Debra A. Estock

 Founded in the late 1870s and incorporated 47 years later, Delray Beach, Florida  is known for a storied history rooted in citrus growing, farming, and its famed  white sand beaches that symbolize this Village by the Sea. Read More

Coral Gables, Florida

By Christy Smith-Sloman

 Stunning Mediterranean Revivalist architecture, lush tropical foliage, charming  boutiques, world class golf courses, museums, fine art galleries, vintage  trolley cars, white sandy beaches and world class shopping are all hallmarks of  this pedestrian-friendly, South Florida city.   Read More

Palm Beach, Florida

By Christy Smith-Sloman

 Palm Beachers may have been rocked by the Bernard Madoff ponzi scheme scandal  (More than a few islanders had losses in the eight figures) but the tony  island, 65 miles north of Miami on Florida’s east coast still boasts, multi-million dollar mansions, mega yachts, world  class dining, luxury upscale resorts, pristine beaches and some of the most  expensive second-home real estate in the county. Read More

The Other Hollywood

By Christy Smith-Sloman

 Sunshine state insiders are betting that Hollywood will be the next go-to spot  for locals, tourists and snow birds in search of a South Florida destination  without the attitude, traffic or overcrowded sidewalks of South Beach.   Read More

Key West

By Liam Cusack

 Key West, the southernmost point of the continental United States, where many  residents refer to it as the “Conch Republic” (pronounced conk), embraces a fascinating mix of history, eccentricity and lush  island charm. Read More

Fort Lauderdale

By Liam Cusack

 Previously overshadowed by its neighbor—Miami—during the past few decades Fort Lauderdale has become a stand-alone  destination. It's a major yachting center and resort area that has become a  major port for cruise passengers. Despite the transients, Fort Lauderdale is a  vibrant community that attracts people from all over the world who want to make  this beach jewel their home. Read More

Boynton Beach, Florida

By Christy Smith-Sloman

 With sunny skies, warm temperatures and an ideal location along the Atlantic  Coast, adjacent to the Intracoastal Waterway, tourists are flocking to Boynton  Beach by the droves. Read More

Miami Beach

By Liam Cusack

 Miami Beach has been called the “American Riviera,” “America's Playground” and the “Billion Dollar Sandbar.” Rising along the Atlantic Ocean on a barrier island, Miami Beach is separated  from the city of Miami by Biscayne Bay. The city of Miami Beach has been one of  the country's pre-eminent beach resorts since its incorporation in 1915. The  sun, surf and legendary party atmosphere has become part of the American  diaspora. Read More

Boca Raton, Florida

By Liam Cusack

 When many people hear about Boca Raton their first images are that of happy  senior citizens enjoying their twilight years playing shuffleboard, bingo and  going to restaurants at 4:30 in the afternoon to enjoy the 'early-bird  special.' That may have been true in the past, but today Boca Raton is a  vibrant lively beach community offering sun, fun and excitement for all ages. Read More

Hialeah, Florida

By Liam Cusack

 Glenn Curtis the aviation pioneer was quoted as saying, “All roads lead to Hialeah.” Read More

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