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Our boat is based in Lighthouse Point, not too far from the Hillsboro Inlet and the Boca Raton Inlet.
Our 42′ Post has an air-conditioned salon, enclosed head (toilet), kitchen and 2 staterooms.
Specializing in sportfishing off the South Florida coast from Fort Lauderdale to the Palm Beaches!
We fish for mahi, snapper, wahoo, kingfish, grouper, sailfish and tuna!
Charter Rates 2023/2024
1/2 Day Fishing (4 Hours)
$750.00
3/4 Day Fishing (6 Hours)
$950.00
Full Day Fishing (8 Hours)
$1150.00
Intracoastal Happy Hour or Lunch Cruise
Cruising along the Intracoastal is an experience like no other, especially when shared with friends and family.
As the gentle waves of South Florida’s pristine waters carry you forward, your eyes will be treated to the breathtaking views of million-dollar luxury homes lining the shoreline, each one more opulent and grandeur-filled than the last.
The sun casts a golden glow, making everything seem even more magical. It’s not just about the destination but the journey, feeling the soft breezes and the warmth of the sun on your skin.
And while we understand the thrill of angling, we’re delighted to offer these serene Intracoastal cruises for those who simply want to soak in the beauty and splendor of South Florida from a unique vantage point. Come, be our guest, and let the waters tell you their story.
Contact for pricing! Customize your trip! Lunch Cruises, Sunset Cruises, Team Building and Holiday Light Scenic Cruises!
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As a lifetime member of the big game sportfish community, having grown up in Boca Raton the son of a well-respected sportfish captain, it was quite natural that both my passion and career revolved around blue water fishing and sportfishing vessels.
The assorted assets that I have captained have afforded me an extreme knowledge of both the waters and fisheries from Florida’s Eastern seaboard all the way to the Yucatan Peninsula South to include the Caribbean with enough time in the Bahamian islands to consider them a second home.
I have been fortunate to work for assorted owners who have had the same passion for blue water game as I and have thus been able to participate in a myriad of world-class IGFA tournaments year after year.
These assorted tournaments have allowed me to gain a lifetime of knowledge of how to successfully compete at the highest level.
My experiences have afforded me the opportunity to build winning teams with the most knowledgeable of seasoned pros combined with many learning novices.
Historically I have been involved in all aspects of the sport fishing and boating industry including sales, consulting, deliveries, and as noted big game tournament fishing to include blue marlin, sailfish and wahoo.
I look forward to fishing with you and your families here in South Florida!
Michele is a South Florida Realtor, based in Boca Raton, Florida, serving surrounding cities, and the founder of #Soooboca Lifestyle and Media. PS…Captain Andy is her hubby!
If you are thinking of buying or selling real estate in Boca Raton and any of the surrounding cities let her help you out!
Thinking of purchasing a vacation home? Michele blogs, vlogs, posts and shares all things Boca Raton, South Florida & Beyond from events, people, food, travel, home decor, fashion, beauty and real estate! You can find more at www.soooboca.com and on all the socials @soooboca.
Information in regard to real estate on this website should be verified with your accountant, attorney and or financial planner as well as the State of Florida.
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Business is booming in the City of Boca Raton! Sooo much is happening in Boca Raton and South Florida from commercial real estate deals to tech companies migrating to Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton and the Palm Beaches! Plus residential relocation moves are at an all time high!
Each quarter Boca Raton Economic Development puts out a great report that does a great wrap up including what restaurants are coming to Boca Raton, businesses relocating here, city rankings from national news sources and websites.
As a long time resident of Boca Raton, one of the things that I love about living here is the proximity to cities and municipalities all over the Tri-County area!
Accessibility To All Things South Florida
Want to head to Miami from Boca Raton? Jump on the Tri-Rail and soon (4th Q 2022) Brightline. Thinking of moving your business to Boca Raton, lets get you connected with my friends over at the City of Boca Raton and the Business Development Board of Palm Beach County.
How Many People Are Moving To Florida
One Okaloosa Economic Development Council reports, as per Florida’s Office of Economic and Demographic Research, our state grew by an estimated 329,717 new residents between April 2020 and April 2021. Move.org reports Florida was the No. 1 destination for relocating Americans in 2020.
Check out and subscribe to the podcast! I do monthly updates sharing information about what is happening around our city and South Florida communities!
Michele is a South Florida Realtor, based in Boca Raton, Florida, serving surrounding cities, and the founder of #Soooboca Lifestyle and Media. If you are thinking of buying or selling real estate in Boca Raton and any of the surrounding cities let her help you out! Thinking of purchasing a vacation home? Michele blogs, vlogs, posts and shares all things Boca Raton, South Florida & Beyond from events, people, food, travel, home decor, fashion, beauty and real estate! You can find more at www.soooboca.com and on all the socials @soooboca. Information in this post should be verified with your accountant, attorney and or financial planner as well as the state of Florida. Information in posts should be verified independently. Information deemed reliable, not guaranteed.
#SoooBoca loves to visit the best Florida beaches with our family! We are always on the look out for hidden beach gems and fun things to do at the beach!
Summer beach vacations are all about relaxing, romping in the ocean, making sandcastles and in our family eating, listening to music and playing old school games like Euchre and Yahtzee!
I recently had the pleasure of enjoying some time over in St. Pete (one of many great Florida beaches) at a fun throw back motel on Treasure Island. The sunsets, the beachy vibe and old Florida feel made for a fabulous and quick well needed getaway!
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Planning Your Beach Vacation
While you are planning which Florida beach to visit check out what made our beach bag essentials list to make your day even more enjoyable! Just click on the pics further down to get more details! PS…don’t you love the hat…perfect for your Instagram pics!
I made a list of beach communities around Florida to share with you including our own beautiful Boca Beaches. I know we have many more Florida beaches to discover and explore by the way so let us know your favorite beaches so we can spend some time at them too!
Lastly don’t forget to update your swimsuit wardrobe! The #SoooBoca gals can always find a reason to add new swimsuits to our stash and enjoy shopping at Swimland in Royal Palm Plaza, Mora Surf Boutique in Deerfield Beach, Boca Surf & Sail just to name a few local shops!
After a day at the beach there are plenty of things to do around #SoooBoca or any of the cities and towns near the beaches I have highlighted! So make some “cool” plans to balance out our hot, hot summer FLA nights!
We chatted all about some new summer faves that came on my radar to throw into my beach bag!
These particular items are “Product of the Year” winners which is the world’s largest consumer-voted award for product innovation backed by votes from over 40,000 consumers. Phew that is amazing!
Love the convenience of this particular suncreen. Inspired by the Honu, the Hawaiian sea turtle, this is an SPF 50 sunscreen with a patented extended wand design that allows us humans to protect every inch of our shells – including hard to reach places like our backs, necks, and shoulders…sooo brilliant!
If you are considering planning a visit our Florida beaches I hope you have a great time! I know #SoooBoca always comes back from the beach feeling relaxed and refreshed! Happy Summer!
Michele is a South Florida Realtor, based in Boca Raton, Florida, serving surrounding cities, and the founder of #Soooboca Lifestyle and Media. If you are thinking of buying or selling real estate in Boca Raton and any of the surrounding cities let her help you out! Thinking of purchasing a vacation home? Michele blogs, vlogs, posts and shares all things Boca Raton, South Florida & Beyond from events, people, food, travel, home decor, fashion, beauty and real estate! You can find more at www.soooboca.com and on all the socials @soooboca. Information in this post should be verified with your accountant, attorney and or financial planner as well as the state of Florida. Information in posts should be verified independently. Information deemed reliable, not guaranteed.
My name is Michele Bellisari and I am the Founder of #SoooBoca® Lifestyle and Media!
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Whether you’re visiting Boca Raton, Florida for business or recreation, or you call this blissful place home, make a round of GOLF one of your top priorities. If you are looking for the best golf courses in Boca Raton, look now further! Boca has many outstanding options for the avid golfer, including a wide variety of courses and plenty of tee times to fit your schedule.
Now don’t let the title fool you, we have included Boca Raton golf courses along with some great courses in the Palm Beaches and Miami! Just scroll down further towards the bottom for those links!
If you love going to golf tournaments, there are many to choose from throughout the year in South Florida. Check out this link to plan your golf vacation or outing!
Public Golf Courses In Boca Raton and Deerfield Beach
With wildlife ranging from Canadian geese totters and from foxes to iguanas, Southwinds offers a serene setting where a walk in nature is occasionally interrupted by the swing of a club. With water on nearly every hole, as each hole has a different character, shot placement is a must.
The winner of numerous award throughout the years, Southwinds is proud to be a certified Audubon International Cooperative Sanctuary. Great course, great layout, nice folks.
Having received numerous awards since its opening in 2010, Osprey point golf course is one of the top public golf courses in Florida, featuring 27 holes spread out in three nine-hole courses, Osprey point also provides a serene setting with a platinum paspalum turf, which presents a lush playing surface from tee to green, the surroundings are so beautiful and all the artificial features are natural in appearance that strangers were unable to distinguish them from nature itself.
The Alan C. Alford reef golf course is located between the Atlantic ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway, north of Palmetto park road and south of Spanish River Boulevard, on U.S. highway A1A [north ocean Boulevard]. The 9 holes,1357 yard course provides breathtaking views of the Intracoastal Waterway and Atlantic ocean and the holes ranging from 64 to 227 yards in length.
The course was designed by Charles Ankrom and offers tees, fairways, and greens with seashore paspalum grass, which provides bright, vibrant color and superior play surfaces. They also have special amenities such as :
It’s located in Boca Raton, Florida, one of the most beautiful cities in all of Florida with exceptional living standards and quality of life. It is conveniently located between West Palm Beach International Airport and the Fort Lauderdale International Airport. Every member of the staff is focused and energized by consistently delivering warm, friendly, personalized service.
Whether serving food poolside or organizing one of their renowned golf tournaments, their staff delights in pampering visitors in ways that make them feel like a very special guest. This warm approach gives Boca Lago a comfortable and embracing air seldom experienced in today’s country club environment.
It’s noted for its exceptional course conditions and country club amenities. Golfers can enjoy the championship course, a multi-million-dollar Key West style clubhouse, fully stocked golf pro shop, comfortable locker rooms, driving range and practice putting and chipping greens.
Stop by the 19th hole, the Deer creek grille for drinks and exceptionally fresh food prepared by their renowned chefs. Social clubs are welcome to use their facilities. Deer Creek is the preferred course for several golf schools in the area for players who want to learn, or golfers who want to improve their games.
175 acres of pristine land in Boca Raton, FL, is a beautiful 18 hole championship golf course. Designed by world renowned golf architect “Gentlemen Joe Lee” with over 200 courses to his credit worldwide, including noted Florida clubs: Walt Disney World Palm & Magnolia, the Original PGA, Hamlet, Turtle Creek, Tequesta, Banyan & Broken Sound.
If golf is your passion, this truly is your paradise. Whether you are linking up at their practice facilities or gearing up for a day on the greens, their magnificent 18 hole, championship golf course is your playground. With a variety of social and competitive golf programs organized by a first-rate professional golf staff, you’ll relish every round. When visitors come over, they see that golf at the club is more than just their championship course!
The club also features well-maintained practice facilities featuring an outstanding short game complex, social and competitive golf play all year long, men and ladies golf association leagues, member-staff events, weekly social mixer and many more.
Bocaire is more than just a Boca country club. It is a spacious friendly neighborhood with unparallel services and exceptional amenities. It is an intimate community with 237 custom-built estate homes on minimum1/3 acre lots, situated amidst magnificent fairways, serene lakes, and beautifully landscaped vistas.
You deserve the finest of amenities and services, and they have tailored their community to cater to your family’s active lifestyle. It is a golfer’s paradise, situated amidst magnificent fairways, serene lakes and beautifully landscaped vistas within the 18-hole, par-72 Joe Lee designed golf course. No tee times, no reservations, and no membership cards because their staff knows all members by name.
Its luxurious 36,000-square-foot clubhouse was designed to be relaxed, yet sophisticated. Featuring personalized services, delicious cuisine and a welcoming atmosphere for friends to meet, their clubhouse puts each individual member at the center of the Boca Rio experience.
Here you can plan a formal event or enjoy a quick casual meal after a round of golf. Or you can simply relax and enjoy a game of cards with friends in the comfortable setting. Boca Rio’s clubhouse features amenities found only at the finest golf clubs: an elegant dining room, grill room, lounge, his and her cards rooms- all with wonderful golf course views- as well as lavish men and women’s locker rooms and a full-service golf shop.
In the heart of South Florida, you’ll find one of the most exclusive golf and country clubs- The Broken Sound Club. Located in beautiful Boca Raton, their private club lifestyle is second to none. The broken sound club is an award-winning, year-round, private golf and country club community.
As a five-star platinum club of America- the ultimate recognition of club excellence- Broken Sound is known for its warmth, elegance and genuine hospitality all joined together.
Part of the Boca Raton landscape for over 50 years, Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club is an oasis in downtown Boca, nestled along the Intracoastal Waterway and Capone island. Founded in 1959, the land that became Royal Palm was owned by Arthur Vining Davis.
Mr. Davis wanted to sell some of his estimated 100,000acres in Florida, and the land he chose for the community was a premium location with boundaries of the Boca Hotel and Club, the Intracoastal Waterway, the Hillsboro River and federal highway. At the time the 450-acre parcel was home to a nationally renowned polo field and was a major focal point of palm beach society.
Hotel and Resort Golf Courses
If you are planning a vacation in our beautiful area, check out some of these fabulous hotels and resorts that also have amazing golf courses!
Michele is a South Florida Realtor, based in Boca Raton, Florida, serving surrounding cities, and the founder of #Soooboca Lifestyle and Media. If you are thinking of buying or selling real estate in Boca Raton and any of the surrounding cities let her help you out! Thinking of purchasing a vacation home? Michele blogs, vlogs, posts and shares all things Boca Raton, South Florida & Beyond from events, people, food, travel, home decor, fashion, beauty and real estate! You can find more at www.soooboca.com and on all the socials @soooboca. Information in this post should be verified with your accountant, attorney and or financial planner as well as the state of Florida. Information in posts should be verified independently. Information deemed reliable, not guaranteed.
“Music gives a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination and life to everything.” — Plato
Live music in South Florida is a scene that we all enjoy. As always please reach out to any venues mentioned to get updates on dates, times and pricing. If you live in Boca Raton or are considering moving to Boca Raton, the music scene in South Florida is fantastic!
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#Soooboca loves music! From dancing in the kitchen with a cold glass of chardonnay to all the live music available to us right here in South Florida!
There are so many fantastic bars and music venues locally it would take us months to visit them all so we thought we would share a few right in our own Boca Raton, Delray Beach and South Florida backyard.
Our family has run the gamut with our love of live music including concerts back in the day at the Hollywood Sportatorium and Miami Stadium to Revolution and Culture Room in Fort Lauderdale to a first date to see Charlie Daniels play at Crystal Lake Country Club on the golf course in Deerfield Beach.
Hardrock Live Hollywood Florida
More recently we enjoyed seeing Lynyrd Skynyrd on their “Last of the Street Survivors Farewell Tour” at Seminole Hardrock Live in Hollywood and it was fantastic…plus we got to see the new guitar hotel which is even more stunning in real life!
Heart Guitar
We have spent time at venues in the Palm Beaches including Grandview Public Market in West Palm Beach, Bamboo Room in Lake Worth and Banana Boat in Boynton Beach and of course Coral Sky Amphitheater at the South Florida Fairgrounds attending just a few Jimmy Buffett concerts tailgating!
Lets face it…cool venues, cool drinks and cool bands are a great way to balance out our hot and steamy weather especially after a day at one of our local beaches!
Live Music Is All Around Us
Our friend Rob Concierge has put together a great website for live music in South Florida that you need to buzz by at Weekend Broward Palm Beach. He is a wealth of knowledge about the local musical scene so I asked him how we can support local bands. His incredible support and information during Covid-19 in regard to the venues and musicians locally was incredible, so thank you Rob!
“The talent pool is fabulous here in South Florida and many of these hard working musicians are found via word of mouth, which is great, as they have fans that do follow them. Another great way to support these bands is to always share the latest concert or performance date on your social media including tagging the band and the venue so even more people discover these talented musicians!”
No matter what kind of music you love there is a variety of music all over our area in bars, restaurants, amphitheaters, theaters and casinos.
If you are craving a little night music check out some of the live music Delray Beach has to offer and live music Boca Raton has on the local calendars. We have put together a short list of places for you to enjoy…you just never know… someone you are listening to today at one of the many open mic nights and jam sessions held weekly around our cities may very well be the next Ariana!
Throw Social Delray Beach – 29 SE 2nd Ave, Delray Beach, FL 33444
Tin Roof – 8 East Atlantic Ave.
Death or Glory – 116 NE 6th Ave.
Arts Garage – 94 NE 2nd Ave.
Boston’s On The Beach – 40 S. Ocean Blvd.
Johnny Browns – 301 E. Atlantic Ave.
Deck 84 – 840 E. Atlantic Ave.
Tim Finnegan’s Irish Pub – 2885 Federal Highway
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Boca Raton Live Concerts
At this date there are no concerts scheduled in or around Boca Raton or in Downtown Boca. Typically there are great tribute bands playing for free, ticketed concerts, movies and fun events at Mizner Park. Remember to check with the city directly for updates on when concerts will be happening and for dates, times and prices.
Michele is a South Florida Realtor, based in Boca Raton, Florida, serving surrounding cities, and the founder of #Soooboca Lifestyle and Media. If you are thinking of buying or selling real estate in Boca Raton and any of the surrounding cities let her help you out! Thinking of purchasing a vacation home? Michele blogs, vlogs, posts and shares all things Boca Raton, South Florida & Beyond from events, people, food, travel, home decor, fashion, beauty and real estate! You can find more at www.soooboca.com and on all the socials @soooboca. Information in this post should be verified with your accountant, attorney and or financial planner as well as the state of Florida. Information in posts should be verified independently. Information deemed reliable, not guaranteed.
I don’t know about you, but all of us at #SoooBoca LOVE a fabulous Florida coastal vacation! Luckily, we live in the vacation capital of the world! Florida is home to so many spectacular beaches, both popular spots and some untapped gems. If you, like us, are thinking about some time away, consider these great beach staycations. So lets start close to home right here in Boca Raton and The Palm Beaches!
As a long time resident of beautiful Boca Raton I can attest to the fact that it is a great Florida coastal vacation spot! With a variety of clean and fun beaches to visit and play at! Perhaps stay at The Boca Raton Beach Club or The Waterstone which both are on the water!
We are fortunate to be in a county full of a fabulous beaches include Delray Beach, where you can enjoy food and fun at the restaurants right there on A1A and Atlantic Ave, perhaps plan a stay at Crane House or the Opal Grand Resort and Spa or buzz up to the Lake Worth Beach & Pier (see the original Casino built in 1920).
Lets not forget Palm Beach where you can rub elbows with the oh so wealthy at the beautiful beaches there and then walk or uber over to Worth Ave for a cool cocktail and afternoon happy hour at one of our faves Taboo!
If you are planning to stay in Palm Beach make sure to check out and stay at the iconic Colony Hotel!
Miami Beaches
Another great Florida coastal vacation spot included Miami Beach! You can hang out and eat at celeb style restaurants and bars all along the 2 miles stretch of South Beach, stay at one of the deco style hotels or one of the new trending hotels like Pharrell William’s gorgeous The Goodtime Hotel.
Some other beautiful beach locations for you to add to your agenda should be Crandon Park, Haulover Beach Park. and Sunny Isles Beach Park.
Having spent many years playing on the Fort Lauderdale beaches as a teen I can absolutely share what a cool city this is to do a Florida coastal vacation. Think 24 miles of stunning beaches and more in a town that is perfectly located between Miami and the Palm Beaches! What I love about this area is you are surrounded by cities like Deerfield Beach, where you can fish right off the pier, Hollywood Beaches 2.5 mile boardwalk and Pompano Beach, a true sportfishing haven, that are all amazing for a great Florida coastal vacation.
Treasure Island
Just a four hour trip from Boca Raton, Treasure Island is an ideal place to visit. Comprising three beach areas over four miles, you will have plenty of spots to explore. Mid-Island is home to most of the lodging, shops and restaurants. Located there is also a beach trail where you can walk or bike! Sunshine and Sunset beaches are found at either end of the island and are more residential. Make sure you check out the boardwalk by Sunset Beach, a perfect place to fish!
St. Pete Beach
A visit to St. Pete’s beach will provide rest and relaxation along the shores of the beautiful Gulf of Mexico. Enjoy the sun, sand and everything this fabulous location has to offer.It is one of the best beach towns for families. Well-known hotels including the Tradewinds Island Grand Beach Resort and the historic Don Cesar Resort, combined with a host of private vacation homes and condos, means there is no shortage of places to stay. Visit the Chihuly Collection to view breathtaking glass sculptures and take some time to explore the many parks and gardens in the city.
Boca Grande
One of Florida’s “hidden gems”, Boca Grande is located Northwest of Fort Myers. Popular for some of the best fishing in Florida, Boca Grande is home to some truly spectacular beaches. Consider staying at the Gasparilla Inn and Club, this simply gorgeous property is the perfect place to relax. If you happen to head there, consider a side trip to Cayo Costa, a barrier island accessible only by boat. This magnificent site is worth the trip!
Sanibel Beach/Captiva Island
One of #SoooBoca’s favorite vacation spots, without a doubt, is Sanibel and Captiva. These two islands are some of the best beach towns on the Gulf side of Florida and have some of the best shelling in the state. You cannot believe the quality and quantity of the shells! With a host of lodging available, you will have your choice of places to stay. South Seas Island Resort, on Captiva, has beautiful pools and beaches and a host of amenities. Consider renting a golf cart for your stay and explore the island!
Cedar Key
If you are craving a “small beach town” type getaway, then Cedar Key may be just the place for you. Located about an hour from Gainesville, it offers old-world, small town charm. Think about renting a cottage and definitely take time to explore the lovely town. Fun fact, Cedar Key is well known for its clams….be sure to indulge while you are there. Cedar Key is a special place to visit.
Anna Maria Island
Home to seven miles of beaches along the Gulf Coast, Anna Maria Island is a true vacation destination. With a variety of vacation rental properties available, you have a host of choices about where to stay. Beachfront rentals are popular and are available with any number of bedrooms. You can travel with your extended family. Even better, some are even pet friendly! Finally, there are tons of restaurants to take advantage of, as well as watersports, fishing and some fabulous nightlife. Travel time from Boca is about three hours and forty-five minutes….not a bad trip. Honestly, you will feel like you’re visiting another world!
Where Do You Plan On Visiting
Without a doubt, planning a Florida coastal vacation is always a great option if you need to get away for some me time! The spots above are some of the best beaches in Florida. The opportunity to get away and relax and recharge is something we should all take advantage of. The fact that these amazing beaches and beach towns are all within driving distance of Boca Raton make them even more attractive….and affordable.
Explore these beach locations online. And, when you visit one, let us know where you stayed, restaurants you visited and the best things you did! If you’ve vacationed on one of the beaches recently, share your experience. We are already planning our next trip!
About Michele Bellisari
Michele is a South Florida Realtor, based in Boca Raton, Florida, serving surrounding cities, and the founder of #Soooboca Lifestyle and Media. If you are thinking of buying or selling real estate in Boca Raton and any of the surrounding cities let her help you out! Thinking of purchasing a vacation home? Michele blogs, vlogs, posts and shares all things Boca Raton, South Florida & Beyond from events, people, food, travel, home decor, fashion, beauty and real estate! You can find more at www.soooboca.com and on all the socials @soooboca. Information in this post should be verified with your accountant, attorney and or financial planner as well as the state of Florida.
Benefit for Boca Raton Historical Society OffersVintner Dinners in Four Premier Locations on Saturdayand Sunday’s Grand Tasting at The Addison
The Boca Raton Historical Society is announcing that the always popular BOCA BACCHANAL, an annual celebration of fine wine and food, will be back for another delicious weekend.
(Photo Credit: Jacek Photography)
Saturday, April 29 – Vintner Dinners
BOCA BACCHANAL’s unique Vintner Dinners will be held in beautiful private homes, historical locations, or other premier locations throughout Boca Raton. Attendees will enjoy one of four simultaneous evenings that will pair the talents of internationally acclaimed vintners and distillers with delicious 5-course dinners prepared by renowned chefs. Truly an intimate evening to remember.
Ticket: $350.
Sunday Afternoon, April 30 – The Grand Tasting
At Boca Raton’s premier wine and food event, prized vintners and distillers—including Silver Oak & Twomey Cellars, ZD Winery, Domain Carneros, Taittinger, and TheMacallan Scotch—will offer tasting selections of their wines, champagnes and whiskey, as well as wine seminars. Attendees will also enjoy generous samplings of signature dishes by celebrated local chefs. There will also be a silent auction of wine, dining, travel, and lifestyle packages. This year’s Boca Bacchanal Grand Tasting will be held at The Addison, the exquisite and historic venue designed by Addison Mizner that is considered one of the most important pieces of architecture in South Florida.
Grand Tasting Ticket: $125.
Grand Tasting plus a Seminar Ticket: $150
“BOCA BACCHANAL is a festive weekend that celebrates and enhances the appreciation of wine and food, while bringing together world class chefs and vintners, offering their finest specialties, while providing the entire community with a delightful and tasty opportunity to support the heritage education programs of The Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum and the Boca Raton Historical Society,” says Mary Csar, Executive Director.
Participating vintners and chefs, as well as the event sponsors, will be announced soon. For customized sponsorship opportunities, please email [email protected] or call 561.395.6766. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit www.BocaHistory.org.
(Photo Credit: Jacek Photography)
About The Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum:
The Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum is the home of the Boca Raton Historical Society, whose mission is to collect, preserve, and present information and artifacts relevant to the past and evolving history of Boca Raton and to maintain a visible role in education and advocacy of historic preservation in the community. Now open to the public Wednesday through Saturday, 10 am to 4 pm, the museum is located in historic Town Hall at 71 N. Federal Highway (33432). For more information, please call 561.395.6766 or visit www.BocaHistory.org.
Michele is a South Florida Realtor, based in Boca Raton, Florida, serving surrounding cities, and the founder of #Soooboca Lifestyle and Media. If you are thinking of buying or selling real estate in Boca Raton and any of the surrounding cities let her help you out! Thinking of purchasing a vacation home? Michele blogs, vlogs, posts and shares all things Boca Raton, South Florida & Beyond from events, people, food, travel, home decor, fashion, beauty and real estate! You can find more at www.soooboca.com and on all the socials @soooboca. Information in this post should be verified with your accountant, attorney and or financial planner as well as the state of Florida. Information in posts should be verified independently. Information deemed reliable, not guaranteed.
Every year there are new and exciting fitness trends for all of us to try! Out with the old and in with the new…fitness routine that is! So you know what that means? It’s New Year’s Resolution time!
For many of us in Boca Raton and South Florida, this includes a renewed commitment to health and fitness. For our friends, families and visitors that means we have a lot to offer in this community fitness wise.
We have some of the best gyms in Boca Raton and South Florida and some of our friends shared their favorites a little further down in this post.
If you are considering making a move here, I think you will be happy with the variety of choices available to you.
Bike Riding
Unscientific Facebook Poll
So as I typically do, I turned to Facebook to ask the following question:
“You need a new workout…Peloton is not in your budget. What is hot, trending and fresh workout wise for 2023?“
Beach Yoga
The Answer Is…
Holy cow! Wasn’t expecting the response that I got but it was crazy good and all easy to access and in some cases FREE!! They are in no particular order but all very popular!
Fitness Trends To Try
Beach Body
Physique 57
Rucking – walking with a backpack
The Mirror
Peloton
Rebecca Louise
The Peloton app (not the bike) offers a wide range of classes – yoga, Pilates, strength, cardio, etc. + guided walks and runs. Many classes that are body weight only, no need for equipment.
Bar carts are the new “it” item in home decor. They are incredibly functional, providing a space for your glassware and spirits while enhancing the appearance of the rooms in which they sit. They are the perfect “home accessory”.
As a Realtor, I get to see some amazing home decor and patio decor and one thing that I have seen over and over again is…you guessed it…bar carts!
I recently purchased the prettiest pink bar cart from HomeGoods that I keep in my kitchen! It has wheels and is the perfect size! It was also deeply discounted and thus affordable and useful!
HomeGoods Bar Cart
Other Ways To Use A Bar Cart
Now, keep in mind, a bar car isn’t just for storing your fabulous collection of liquors and cocktail things…a bar cart has many uses especially when entertaining.
Consider using a bar cart as a coffee bar, to hold your office supplies, in your nursery or like I do (when not entertaining) as a plant stand with, my Lilly Pulitzer for Target plates on the bottom shelf!
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Bar Carts: The Perfect Purchase for Any Home
And, a new and expertly styled bar cart is an ideal way to make your home a bit more inviting.
After all, who doesn’t love a cocktail!
Styling Your Bar Cart
If you already own a bar cart, our tips below can help you give it a bit of a facelift. If you don’t, consider purchasing one. They are available in a variety of sizes and shapes and in all price ranges. This is a home improvement that doesn’t need to cost a fortune. Once you have your cart, consider these ideas.
Maximize Your Space
Stock the essentials, not everything. You want your cart to be a beautiful focal point in your room, not an overcrowded storage area. You don’t need to display each and every glass and decanter you own. Select a few special pieces. And, consider changing them when the occasion demands. Perhaps you have beautiful Christmas glasses that can be displayed during the holiday season and replaced with more classic and neutral pieces throughout the year.
Stock Your Florida Favorites
Of course, you will want to be able to offer your guests the standards from your bar: high-quality vodka, gin, whisky (rye, bourbon, and scotch), rum, tequila, cognac, and bitters. That said, it’s always special to stock some locally produced offerings. Consider trying a bottle of Miami Club Rum, Fat Dog Spirits Vodka, or an artisan whisky from Citrus Distillers. Surprisingly, Florida is home to a number of distilleries, many of which welcome visitors.
Keep it Fresh
When you live in South Florida, there is no excuse to not have something fresh and alive on your bar cart. Of course, a small plant is always a good choice. But so is fresh fruit. We live in the citrus capital of the world. A small bowl of lemons or limes will brighten up your bar! This is an especially good idea when you have guests; the fruit can be used to garnish drinks.
Accessorize, Accessorize, Accessorize!
Fabulous bar accessories are everywhere and are the ideal way to add a splash of color or flair to your bar cart. Consider straws, wine charms, or a beautiful bottle stopper. Elegant decanters are also eye-catching pieces. Make sure to include things of varying heights and sizes. And, try this. Set up the bar cart completely. Then, step back, take a look and remove one item. Just as when you get dressed for an occasion, you don’t want to be over-accessorized.
Keep Things Cool
A small but beautiful bowl for ice and/or a wine chiller are the perfect practical addition to any bar cart. Available in different shapes, sizes, and colors, these are stylish items that make your bar interesting as well as functional.
Creating a stylish bar cart is a great project. Browse the multitude of pictures online. Make lists of what you like, what you don’t, and what you know are the “must-haves” for you, your family, and your friends.
Passion for Repurposing
Once you have an idea of what you’d like to accomplish, take a look through your closets and cabinets. It’s likely you have hidden treasures that will work to help create your dream cart. And then, do some shopping. Whether you choose to shop online or venture out (safely of course) to some of Boca and Delray’s awesome shops, you are sure to find exactly what you need.
When you have everything at home and have created the perfect cart, send us a picture! At #SoooBoca, we love decorating, shopping, entertaining, and especially cocktails. We cannot wait to see what you have created!
About Michele Bellisari
Michele is a South Florida Realtor, based in Boca Raton, Florida, serving surrounding cities, and the founder of #Soooboca Lifestyle and Media. If you are thinking of buying or selling real estate in Boca Raton and any of the surrounding cities let her help you out! Thinking of purchasing a vacation home? Michele blogs, vlogs, posts and shares all things Boca Raton, South Florida & Beyond from events, people, food, travel, home decor, fashion, beauty and real estate! You can find more at www.soooboca.com and on all the socials @soooboca. Information in this post should be verified with your accountant, attorney and or financial planner as well as the state of Florida.
Between the cities of Pompano Beach and Deerfield Beach, in eastern Broward County, lies Lighthouse Point, a spectacular city comprising fabulous homes, beautiful parks and delicious restaurants. Minutes to Boca and Fort Lauderdale this waterfront community is easy to get to! Is it time to make a move to Lighthouse Point?
Those who call LIghthouse Point home love the community feel, spectacular water views and laid-back and relaxing atmosphere. The variety of residential properties includes everything from smaller inland condos and apartments, non-waterfront properties and magnificent luxury waterfront homes.
If you are a local boater, you are likely familiar with the Lighthouse Point Marina which is family owned and houses 100 wet slips. Boats dock regularly and visitors enjoy the lovely area which is home to a dock house, rec rooms, swimming pool, tennis and basketball courts and more, all available exclusively to dockage customers.
Visitors are welcome to dine at the popular Marina restaurant, The Nawti Dog Marina Cafe. This fabulous spot is right on the water and offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Be warned, they are closed on Tuesdays! For dog lovers, put this restaurant on your list! Pups are invited to dine with their owners and the restaurant even offers them a special menu.
LHP Yacht Club
Operating since the 1960’s the Lighthouse Point Yacht Club is still a popular location today. Their marina offers full-service facilities and their location can’t be beat. This private club includes a spa and fitness space, fabulous tennis courts and a swimming pool. Dining and entertainment facilities are top notch and they host beautiful weddings year-round.
And finally, LHP has some awesome restaurants, and you know how much those of us at #soooBoca love to eat out! We already shared our appreciation for the every-popular Nauti Dog, at Lighthouse Point Marina, but thought we’d spotlight a few more of our local faves.
First, no discussion of LHP restaurants would be complete without a mention of Cap’s Place. This historical spot (open for well over 80 years) is located on an island just off Lighthouse Point. To dine there you can take their motor launch to their Island and enjoy an out of this word meal in Broward’s oldest restaurant.
Finally, add these spots to your “don’t miss” list. Papa Hughie’s Seafood Word is great for sushi, seafood and craft beer and Le Bistro offers gourmet food on Federal Highway
Hillsboro Inlet
The Hillsboro Inlet, home to a picturesque lighthouse, connects the Atlantic Ocean to the Intracoastal. If you are a boater living in Lighthouse Point, this is the inlet closest to you! This beautiful spot is a favorite of locals and visitors alike. And, honestly, it is a must see. Pack a picnic and enjoy lunch in the park and don’t forget to actually visit the Lighthouse. Take lots of pictures, this is a great Instagram photo spot!
And, if you love fishing, make sure to visit the Hillsboro Inlet Fishing Center. They run awesome half and full day charters and you can even plan a trip to the Bahamas!
Hillsboro Mile
If you want a glimpse of the Lifestyles of the Rich & Famous type homes, please take a drive down Hillsboro Mile. Homes located here have magnificent waterfront views, as the narrow stretch lies directly between the Atlantic and the Intrarcoastal. As you drive down the street make sure to look east and west, the homes are truly breathtaking. Fun fact, in December of 2018 one of the largest (and the most expensive) homes on Hillsboro Mile (33,000 plus square feet) sold for $42.5 million dollars.
A Few More Favorites
We love Lighthouse Point and visit regularly. When we visit we make it a point to drive by the Psychedelic Art House on Sample Road. The colorful murals are beautiful, and are truly a sight worth seeing. We also always stop for a brief rest at the bench at the end of Sample Road. This single bench on the intracoastal offers an unmatched look into life in Lighthouse Point. On any given day you can find families enjoying the weather and fishing or residents just relaxing. It is one of the “perfect spots” in South Florida.
Belli-Sea Sporfishing Charters
Fishing in Lighthouse Point
Because we love to fish, no trip to LHP is complete without a visit to Custom Rod and Reel. Operating for over 40 years, this shop is a fisherman’s dream. In addition to the top-line merchandise they carry, they also custom build fishing rods and lures. Trust me, this is the BEST place to shop for your fishing gear!
In Lighthouse Point, the weather is beautiful throughout the year. The summers can be hot and humid with regular afternoon rain showers. Winter time, December through March is cooler with the occasional sweater weather opportunity.
For more information on this fabulous city just click this link and get even more details on what is happenin’ in Lighthouse Point!
Thinking of Moving To South Florida?
If you can’t tell, we LOVE Lighthouse Point. It’s a quick 25 minute drive from the Boca Raton area and the atmosphere is so very different. This city has small town appeal and waterfront beauty, both of which make it worth visiting. Take our advice and make the trip. You can thank us later.
About Michele Bellisari
Michele is a South Florida Realtor, based in Boca Raton, Florida, serving surrounding cities, and the founder of #Soooboca Lifestyle and Media.If you are thinking of buying or selling real estate in Boca Raton and any of the surrounding cities let her help you out! Thinking of purchasing a vacation home? Michele blogs, vlogs, posts and shares all things Boca Raton, South Florida & Beyond from events, people, food, travel, home decor, fashion, beauty and real estate! You can find more at www.soooboca.com and on all the socials @soooboca. Information in this post should be verified with your accountant, attorney and or financial planner as well as the state of Florida.
Great news for Boca Raton and Brightline! Here is the latest! We are sooo excited to have the Brightline station open in Downtown Boca on December 21, 2022! Not only is it a connector to West Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Aventura and Miami it is convenient all things Boca Raton!
The station is adjacent to the Downtown Boca Raton Library and sooo close to Mizner Park, Palmetto Park Road, Royal Palm Plaza and all things happening in the downtown area!
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Brightline is a high-speed passenger rail service that connects Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and West Palm Beach, Florida. With top speeds of 79 mph and convenient stations located in the heart of downtown, Brightline makes it easy to travel between South Florida’s most popular destinations. Whether you’re commuting to work, visiting friends and family, or just looking for a quick and hassle-free way to get around, Brightline has you covered. Plus, with comfortable seating, WiFi, and on-board dining options, you can sit back and enjoy the ride. Experience the future of transportation today with Brightline.
Press Release
MIAMI (DEC. 15, 2022) – Brightline, today announces that tickets are on sale for the highly anticipated launch of service for Boca Raton and Aventura. To commemorate the launch of each new station, Brightline will host ribbon cutting ceremonies on December 20, 2022.
The first day of service for the Boca Raton and Aventura stations will be December 21, 2022. One-way tickets are on sale starting today for as low as $10 and can be purchased on Brightline’s app or website.
Brightline’s initial schedule for each new station is designed to optimize commuter patterns and will focus on peak morning and evening weekday service. During non-peak hours and weekends, Brightline will provide service approximately every other hour. Regular hourly service will continue in West Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale and MiamiCentral. For more detailed schedule information, please check www.gobrightline.com
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Brightline is the only provider of modern, eco-friendly, intercity rail in America. The company currently serves Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and West Palm Beach, with stations in Aventura and Boca Raton opening for service on December 21, 2022 and its Orlando station beginning service in 2023. Brightline was recognized by Fast Company as one of the Most Innovative Companies in travel, offering a guest-first experience designed to reinvent train travel and take cars off the road. Brightline plans to bring its award-winning service to additional city pairs and congested corridors across the country that are too close to fly and too long to drive, with immediate plans to connect Las Vegas to Southern California. For more information, visit www.gobrightline.com and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
About Michele Bellisari
Michele is a South Florida Realtor, based in Boca Raton, Florida, serving surrounding cities, and the founder of #Soooboca Lifestyle and Media. If you are thinking of buying or selling real estate in Boca Raton and any of the surrounding cities let her help you out! Thinking of purchasing a vacation home? Michele blogs, vlogs, posts and shares all things Boca Raton, South Florida & Beyond from events, people, food, travel, home decor, fashion, beauty and real estate! You can find more at www.soooboca.com and on all the socials @soooboca. Information in this post should be verified with your accountant, attorney and or financial planner as well as the state of Florida. Information in posts should be verified independently. Information deemed reliable, not guaranteed.
#SoooBoca Lifestyle has some exciting news of a festively fun holiday event with some of your favorite Real Housewives, coming to the opening weekend of The Studio at Mizner Park on Saturday, December 17th! with some of our favorite Real Celebrity Housewives!
VIP Cocktail Reception and Meet and Greet – 7pm – Tickets $99 Panel and Q&A – 8pm – Tickets $69-$99
My gal pals and I have been fans of the Bravo Real Housewives franchise since 2006 with the very first series, The Real Housewives of Orange County! The taglines, the tops and the over the top real estate was just too much fun!
Come join myself, Michele Bellisari and my good friend Olivia Hollaus, as we host a night of holiday glam with celebrity housewives Ramona Singer (RHNY), Margaret Josephs (RHNJ) and Marysol Patton (RHOM) to see what they have been up to both personally and professionally!
Meet The Celebrity Housewives
Margaret Josephs
Margaret Josephs is a designer, entrepreneur, lifestyle expert, TV personality, podcast host and author. Known for her platinum blonde hair, often worn in trademark pigtails and infectious energy, “The Marge” has never compromised her colorful style or subdued her personality to be taken seriously and succeed in the male dominated business world. Margaret is currently in her 6th season on Bravo’s Real Housewives of New Jersey and is a fan favorite, known for her quick fire one liners and no nonsense approach. Margaret applies this attitude to all her passions including her philanthropic endeavors and her newest project, her line of mocktails “Soirée”!
Margaret Josephs
Ramona Singer
Ramona Singer is television personality, entrepreneur, real estate agent, and author. She is best known as a main cast member on the reality television series The Real Housewives of New York City, in which she has starred in the first 13 seasons from 2008 to 2021.
Ramona Singer
Marysol Patton
Miami native Marysol Cristina Patton, known as Marysol Patton, is one of the Magic City’s most sought-after women both socially and professionally. Well-spoken and quick-witted with a bubbly personality and ability to capture the attention of everyone around her, made Marysol an obvious choice to be cast as one of the original cast members of BRAVO’s Real Housewives of Miami (RHOM). With a cult following, the show – which aired from 2011 – 2013 – is making a comeback in 2021 with Marysol front and center. In addition to RHOM, Marysol has made appearances on Millionaire Matchmaker, Real Housewives of Atlanta, Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, and Shahs of Sunset.
Marysol owned The Patton Group, a Public Relations & Events Agency that handled media and put on one-of-a-kind events for some of Miami’s top luxury affairs and international brands. Companies and brands such as Pomellato, Oscar de la Renta, Valentino, Carolina Herrera, Roberto Cavalli, Valentino, Emilio Pucci, Roger Vivier, Gucci, Bulgari, Harry Winston, Cartier, and many more. Marysol, who retired in 2016, recently married Steven McNamara, the love of her life.
Marysol Patton
An Evening Of Celebrity Housewives Fun
Come early and join the ladies for dazzling VIP cocktail reception or come for the show! Ring in the holiday season with style at The Studio! VIP Meet and Greet tickets are also on sale to meet your fave “housewives” before the show!
The Studio at Mizner Park has opened as Boca Raton’s premier entertainment destination. Overlooking Mizner Park, located in the Southwest corner, The Studio brings award-winning live theater, musicals, concerts, programming and expansive event space to Downtown. A 300 seat black box theater, 4,500 square foot event space and a gallery with open bar and entertainment, the possibilities are endless.
The catering kitchen is fully equipped to accommodate The Studio’s exclusive in-house caterer, Boca Raton-based Potions in Motion.
Under the creative direction of Stephanie Siegel, the newly named Executive Director, The Studio will kick-off the holidays with a diverse and energetic schedule of headliners
PS…Mizner Park has great restaurants, bars and shopping + parking on the street, via valet or in one of the garages!
Get your tickets before they sell out! This is a great gift for that special someone!
Michele Bellisari – #SoooBoca Lifestyle, Real Estate & Media
Michele is a South Florida Realtor, based in Boca Raton, Florida, serving surrounding cities, and the founder of #Soooboca Lifestyle and Media. She is a national speaker in regard to real estate and women in business, a podcaster, blogger, vlogger and posts and shares all things Boca Raton, South Florida & Beyond from events, about people, food, travel, home decor, fashion, beauty and real estate! You can find more at www.soooboca.com and on all the socials @soooboca. If you would like to be featured or would like to advertise please contact us.
Information in any posts on #SoooBoca if real estate or financially related should be verified with your accountant, attorney and or financial planner as well as the state of Florida. Information in all posts should be verified independently. Information deemed reliable, not guaranteed.
As a busy Realtor, mom and wife, I have to always remember to schedule my mammograms. Stop what you are doing, and make a call to your physician or breast care center and make your appointment!
Interview with Suzan Pooran
On this episode I have the pleasure of interviewing Suzan Pooran as she shares her journey of being diagnosed with breast cancer, her treatment as well as tips and information you will find to be useful and helpful.
Suzan works at West Boca Diagnostic Imaging Center, and was diagnosed with breast cancer in September 2020. She shares her story in regard to her diagnosis, her double mastectomy and her journey having her surgery, early detection of breast cancer, working with her multi disciplinary team, radiation and chemo, recovery and tips for friends and families who want to help out.
Ep 056: Breast Cancer Awareness Month | Interview With Suzan Pooran
The Breast Center at West Boca Diagnostic Imaging
We are fortunate to have West Boca Medical Center located here in Boca Raton on 441/State Road 7, just north of Palmetto Park Road and South of Glades Road.
Among many of its services, it is also home to a top notch diagnostic breast imaging center. In fact, The Breast Center at West Boca Diagnostic Imaging has been named a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence from the American College of Radiology.
Their services include scheduling a breast MRI, breast ultrasound, diagnostic imaging and mammograms.
This October marks the 36th year since the American Cancer Society marked October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. What began as a week long event in 1985 has grown to a month long global campaign.
Today, medical groups, non profit organizations, government agencies and the general public all work together during October to raise money and increase awareness.
About The Breast Center
The Breast Center at West Boca Diagnostic Imaging focuses on comprehensive breast care including prevention, early detection, diagnosis and treatment of breast conditions.
Because early diagnosis and accurate imaging is a critical aspect in breast health, this center is incredibly valuable. Among its offering are:
The Breast Center at West Boca Diagnostic Imaging focuses on comprehensive breast care including prevention, early detection, diagnosis and treatment of breast conditions.
Beginning at age 40, women should get a screening mammogram performed annually
The Breast Center at West Boca Diagnostic Imaging offers 3D Mammography which is designed to find cancers that may be missed with conventional mammography.
All mammogram studies are interpreted by a breast fellowship-trained and board-certified radiologist who specializes in breast imaging.
The multidisciplinary team includes a patient navigator, medical oncologists, a pathologist, plastic surgeon, radiation oncologist, fellowship-trained radiologists, and breast surgeons.
The Breast Center also offers three different types of breast core needle biopsies, MRI-guided, ultrasound-guided and stereotactic guided. They also perform seed localizations.
Other services include: access to clinical trials, genetic counseling and high risk assessments, personalized follow up programs and surgical consultations.
According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, “one in eight women will develop breast cancer in her lifetime”. Aside from skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common type of cancer in women.
Over the years, early identification has improved and new treatments have been discovered, offering hope to the many women who are diagnosed each year.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month Events in South Florida
Whether you want to simply donate, walk, run, bowl, paint or do Zumba, there are a variety of events that you can get involved with right here in our local Boca Raton and South Florida community!
And, perhaps most importantly, reach out those you know who have suffered from breast cancer in the past or are currently fighting this disease.
Ask how you can help honor their success or help them through their treatment. A small act of kindness goes a long way.
Go Pink Luncheon
Have you purchased your table for the 18th Annual Go Pink Luncheon yet?
You won’t want to miss this year’s Keynote Speaker, Professional Ballroom Dancer, “Dancing with the Stars” judge, and Breast Cancer Advocate Derek Hough!
Of course, these are only a few of the great things happening locally. Please, let #SoooBoca know about other awesome ways to participate this month as well as throughout the year!
Sponsored: This post was sponsored by West Boca Medical Center. All opinions expressed in this blog post, vlogs, emails and social media are my own. Please reach out directly to the sponsor in regard to facts and information provided about their service or business. I have been compensated, but that does not impact my views or opinions. Information is deemed reliable, but not guaranteed.
About Michele Bellisari
Michele is a South Florida Realtor, based in Boca Raton, Florida, serving surrounding cities, and the founder of #Soooboca Lifestyle and Media. If you are thinking of buying or selling real estate in Boca Raton and any of the surrounding cities let her help you out! Thinking of purchasing a vacation home? Michele blogs, vlogs, posts and shares all things Boca Raton, South Florida & Beyond from events, people, food, travel, home decor, fashion, beauty and real estate! You can find more at www.soooboca.com and on all the socials @soooboca. Information in this post should be verified with your accountant, attorney and or financial planner as well as the state of Florida.
The mad rush of homebuyers has definitely slowed down and home sellers need to get back to basics in regard to selling a home! Sooo, today is all about leveraging luck to help you sell your home! There are many people that believe lucky charms will help you sell your home! I am one of them (along with a few other things like having a clean home, staging, decluttering and curb appeal to name a few).
If we have not met, I am Michele Bellisari, a Realtor with Real Broker LLC, based in Boca Raton and serving home buyer and home sellers throughout Palm Beach and Broward counties!
When it comes to selling your home there are many rituals, superstitions and lengths sellers (and Realtors) will go to get a home sold. So lets get started with talking how lucky charms help you sell your home!
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Attracting Luck To Your Listed Home
I interviewed Realtors and home sellers and they shared what works for them to help bring them buyers, outside of marketing, advertising and open houses, so here are my Five in the Hive tips on attracting luck to sell your home:
St. Joseph Statue
1. St. Joseph Statue is the #1 response I got when I asked my sellers and other Realtors what brought them luck when selling a property! The Patron Saint of Real Estate buried a variety of ways in in a variety of locations, this $10.00 statue seems to be the most popular method to bring luck to a home seller and a listing. A prayer is said upon burying St. Joseph and once the home sells it is dug up and cleaned up and put in a special place to be honored inside your new home.
Smudging Your Home
2. Smudging your home with sage…yup…smudging is an age-old method where you walk around your home saying an Indian prayer and keeping one window open to let bad vibes, negative energy and old arguments fly out the window thus clearing the house of all that old crap and opening your home up to good energy, vibes and a contract on your home.
Feng Shui
3. Is Feng Shui your lucky charm? Buyers like the feeling of balance and calm when they look at homes and Feng Shui is a great way to open up energy and bring a little luck to your home showings. Clearing clutter and having 7 lemons in a bowl for luck to clear out negative juju are popular techniques to help bring you luck in selling your home.
Psychic
4. Maybe Psychic assistance is the route for you to find luck! According to an article written by Lew Sichelman “sticky emotions and anti-sale energy” can hamper you selling your home. But no worries, just hire your local psychic or witch to cast a spell on your home to help it sell fast and for a great price!
Fresh Baked Cookies
5. Old school but still considered a lucky charm for many is simply baking a tray of chocolate chip cookies. The aroma might entice a buyer to fall in love with your home…hold on though…what if someone doesn’t like the sweet smell of baked goods?
Lifestyle
Bonus Tip + Plan Bee (and my preferred method) is build on the lifestyle you are selling, now that will bring you luck baby! Coastal living is my thing personally and my locale so anything that I can use that reminds a buyer of the ocean, the beach and South Florida is my “lucky charm”.
Fragrances – But Not To Cover Up Any Smells
Think a fragrance, some palm fronds in a flower vase, having sea shells out etc to create a vibe to connect your home to a buyer!
I believe we do make our own luck and sometimes we do need to search for luck and pray for luck! One last, but very important piece to this post and additional bonus Five in the Hive tip would be, hire a fabulous Realtor with a track record to bring you luck!
Michele is a South Florida Realtor, based in Boca Raton, Florida, serving surrounding cities, and the founder of #Soooboca Lifestyle and Media. If you are thinking of buying or selling real estate in Boca Raton and any of the surrounding cities let her help you out! Thinking of purchasing a vacation home? Michele blogs, vlogs, posts and shares all things Boca Raton, South Florida & Beyond from events, people, food, travel, home decor, fashion, beauty and real estate! You can find more at www.soooboca.com and on all the socials @soooboca. Information in this post should be verified with your accountant, attorney and or financial planner as well as the state of Florida. Information in posts should be verified independently. Information deemed reliable, not guaranteed.
We love to venture all over for good food…good crab in particular and it seemed perfectly timed to celebrate my birthday at the Rustic Inn Crabhouse in fabulous Fort Lauderdale in Broward County… Garlic Crabs for everyone! Our server was fantastic and the food was amazing! We love to experience different food spots around South Florida so check out our vlogs and reviews!
Location, Location, Location
The location is so cool with being close to the Fort Lauderdale Airport you can watch the jets landing while you enjoy your garlicky meal! You can order the World Famous Golden Crabs, World Famous Garlic Crabs, Alaskan King and Queen crabs, lobster, shrimp, fish like grouper, mahi-mahi and of course stone crab when in season which is November 15 – May 15. Never had a stone crab…it is one of life’s great foodie pleasures!
If you love clams, oysters or conch they have plenty of that as well but frankly we went for the crabs baby and my birthday celebration was in full swing…literally! The menu is huge! By the way…crazy good caesar salad and yummy glass of chardonnay to round out this delish meal! PS…if you prefer or cannot eat shellfish The Rustic Inn has steaks and burgers too!
The Rustic Inn Crabhouse is about a 30 minute ride from #SoooBoca and a straight shot south on I-95 and super easy to get to plus the parking was a breeze. Whether you are vacationing in Ft. Lauderdale, Miami, Boca Raton or even Palm Beach this is a not to miss throwback seafood destination you don’t want to miss out on.
Lunch is a great time to go as traffic on I-95 is not too bad at that time of day or after 6 ish at night…we drive around South Florida alot so don’t forget to to use your map app on your phone for directions and traffic updates!
Plan to relax and take your time … enjoy the views, the company you are with and the food especially those garlic crabs sooo yummy…it truly is a special restaurant that has been around for 55 years! Don’t forget to look at the “celebrity” photos all over the walls too… a fun and nostalgic way to spend your South Florida day!
Don’t forget to click on our travel, local, foodie, real estate and calendar links for lots of local information because we are #bocalocals and #livelikelocals Follow us on Instagram stories for timely and fun posts where ever we are getting our nom nom on!
#SoooBoca xo
Michele is a South Florida Realtor, based in Boca Raton, Florida, serving surrounding cities, and the founder of #Soooboca Lifestyle and Media. If you are thinking of buying or selling real estate in Boca Raton and any of the surrounding cities let her help you out! Thinking of purchasing a vacation home?
Michele blogs, vlogs, posts and shares all things Boca Raton, South Florida & Beyond from events, people, food, travel, home decor, fashion, beauty and real estate! You can find more at www.soooboca.com and on all the socials @soooboca. Information in this post should be verified with your accountant, attorney and or financial planner as well as the state of Florida. Information in posts should be verified independently. Information deemed reliable, not guaranteed.
Every summer I enjoy discovering new books to read (or to listen to on Audible). I love to put together an annual summer reading list for myself and my friends and this year’s version is now here! I included light, biographical, coffee table and society books that may peak your interest.
So whether laying inside with the air conditioning blasting, by the pool, under a shade tree or at the beach I truly try find time to read a few choice books each summer and hope you will too.
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Summer Beach Reads
Finding a good book (and might I mention an old favorite) to drown yourself in is just good therapy in my opinion. I researched and crawled around the Amazon charts for some great suggestions that have great reviews that might appeal to you.
Summer Reading Ideas
Now one thing I want to point out that as a certified workaholic I try to stay away from too many business and marketing books these days, sorry not sorry.
I consume a ton of blogs, social media and vlogs on YouTube to satisfy my “learning” need so I really try to focus on light and easy reads vs something I feel the need to take notes on.
However, with that being said, I have included a few of my quick read marketing and branding books on my summer reading list that I think you will enjoy and that might inspire you in your own business or if you are considering starting a business.
The books I chose are in no particular order and I have not read them all. Just click on the links for short summaries! PS…don’t forget to peruse your local library online for lists and suggestions too!
I would love to know your choices so send me your list via Instagram direct message or a comment below! Flip your way to some sense of summer with some of these great books!
About Michele Bellisari
Michele is a South Florida Realtor, based in Boca Raton, Florida, serving surrounding cities, and the founder of #Soooboca Lifestyle and Media. If you are thinking of buying or selling real estate in Boca Raton and any of the surrounding cities let her help you out! Thinking of purchasing a vacation home? Michele blogs, vlogs, posts and shares all things Boca Raton, South Florida & Beyond from events, people, food, travel, home decor, fashion, beauty and real estate! You can find more at www.soooboca.com and on all the socials @soooboca. Information in this post should be verified with your accountant, attorney and or financial planner as well as the state of Florida. Information in posts should be verified independently. Information deemed reliable, not guaranteed.
Boca Raton Is An Amazing Place To Live, Work and Play
My name is Michele Bellisari and I am the Founder of #SoooBoca®Lifestyle & Real Estate. One of the things I love to share with the world is the Boca lifestyle!! As a long time resident, I can tell you there is nothing like living in Boca Raton! There is something for everyone here in Boca Raton!
I started this website as a love letter to the city of Boca Raton and South Florida so I could share things to do, places to go, businesses to see, restaurants to visit, hidden gems, hotspots, events, real estate and more with visitors and residents!
I love discovering and sharing all aspects of the Boca lifestyle, from fabulous foodie finds, new and established businesses, thrifting options, beaches, boating, parks, events, holiday and business roundups and more right here in Boca and South Florida!
Ask Michele Bee
If you need recommendations for things to do in Boca Raton, places to go, hotels to stay at or even your next daycation, shoot #SoooBoca® an email or text! I love to share my faves!
If you have happened upon this blog because you are considering a move to Boca Raton or South Florida grab my relocation guide and begin your search for properties under the real estate tab! If you are thinking of selling, I have resources for you too under that same tab!
Boca Raton and South Florida is a marvelous place to live, work and play! I raised my family here and love where I live! Get ready to explore and if you have a fun find, share it with me so I can highlight it on the #SoooBoca® Instagram account or Facebook page!
Thanks for being part of the Boca Raton community and welcome to #SoooBoca®
About Michele Bellisari
Michele is a South Florida Realtor, based in Boca Raton, Florida, serving surrounding cities, and the founder of #Soooboca Lifestyle and Media. If you are thinking of buying or selling real estate in Boca Raton and any of the surrounding cities let her help you out! Thinking of purchasing a vacation home? Michele blogs, vlogs, posts and shares all things Boca Raton, South Florida & Beyond from events, people, food, travel, home decor, fashion, beauty and real estate! You can find more at www.soooboca.com and on all the socials @soooboca. Information in this post should be verified with your accountant, attorney and or financial planner as well as the state of Florida.
“Breakfast is everything…at least in the #SoooBoca world! There is something extra special about going out for breakfast with friends and family and lucky for us, some of the BEST breakfast spots in Boca Raton and South Florida are located right here; we don’t have to go far. Check out where to get breakfast in Boca Raton and hit up some of our favorites. Oh and for you “coffee or tea” only for breakfast…check out coffee spots in Boca Raton and Delray Beach we love!
Located in Royal Palm Place, this restaurant specializes in breakfast. No wonder it’s one of our fave breakfast spots in Boca! The menu is HUGE and offers the perfect array of both sweet and savory items. If you are hoping to indulge…..look no further; the options are endless. We are fans of both the croissant french toast and the eggs benedict. And, we love that they offer a breakfast flight; you can select three of their yummy pancakes. It’s perfect for when you can’t make a decision. Finally, we rate their beverage selection, including cocktails, an A+.
If you haven’t been here yet…..run, don’t walk, for a spectacular breakfast. Keke’s is known for its super-fresh and always delicious offerings. If you are in the mood for some awesome stuffed french toast, this is the place to be. Their menu includes the full array of breakfast items including waffles and pancakes and a host of egg dishes. The Boca restaurant is on Palmetto Park Drive east of 95 in the old K-Mart plaza. It’s a great place to grab breakfast on your way to the beach!
Talk about the perfect name for a great breakfast spot in Boca, Yolk is known for its creative menu, private label coffee, and generous portions. It has become a favorite of locals and visitors alike. Just watching their food come out of the kitchen makes our mouths water. Don’t believe us, check out their Instagram feed. As would be expected, the egg offerings are extensive. You can customize your omelet or choose from one of their specialties. (The kale scrambler is a #Soooboca favorite.) Finally, we love that they offer a “sweet single” a single piece of one of their yummy treats! Breakfast should always have dessert right??
Locally, Tom Sawyer’s is synonymous with breakfast. And for good reason; they have been serving breakfast in Boca Raton for 32 years! With over 100 dishes on the menu, there is something for everyone. Known for their “breakfast in a pot” and “breakfast skillet”, this spot is also praised for its homemade baked biscuits and pastries. Everything is always fresh, hot, and delicious. If you are looking for something sweet, try cinnamon bun french toast. It’s spectacular. To be honest, we suggest dining with a friend. One of you go sweet, the other savory…and share. It is the best of both worlds. If you haven’t been to Tom Sawyer’s for breakfast, plan to go!
It would simply be wrong of us not to include Bagelworks in our list of breakfast favorites. Some of us truly believe that bagels are the perfect food! You can really have a bagel for breakfast, lunch or dinner LOL! This spot, located on Glades Road, is well-known and well-respected as one of the best spots for a yummy breakfast. Their breakfast menu includes freshly baked bagels, breakfast wraps, sweet options (including waffles and pancakes), and eggs. And, don’t forget the always fresh and yummy delicacies like lox and salmon. Everything here is consistently good. Take our advice, grab a dozen bagels and some cream cheese on your way out for the rest of your family. They’ll be eternally grateful!
Open 7 days a week, from 8:00am – 3:00pm, Boca Beach House serves breakfast….. beach style. Breakfast tacos and banana bread french toast are two great options on their broad based menu. And, how’s this for innovation — you can order a side of nutella for any of your griddled treats. Who doesn’t want to eat at a restaurant that knows the value of Nutella! Make it a point to meet a friend for breakfast here, you’ll be glad you did.
When a restaurant shares that they offer “authentic French food and baked goods” we simply cannot resist a visit. Brunch at this local gem is not to be missed. In fact, just reading the menu makes our mouths water. The sweet waffles are an indulgent treat. Take our advice and stop by the bakery and bring home some scrumptious treats for later. You’ll be glad you did.
For you donut lovers out there, you have to check out Duck Donuts over at Polo Club Shoppes! They love to create donuts and smiles and boy do they have a great menu! They have made to order donuts, featured donuts and special occasion donuts yum! Couple that with their fresh coffee and you are ready to run and do your deals in heels! This fun donut stop started in Duck, North Carolina and ps…Quack gives back so if you are a local non profit connect with them!
If you haven’t been to Flakowitz have you even been to Boca? This place is an institution. Take the word of their many loyal followers and put this spot on your “must eat at” list. Specializing in “Jewish Deli” favorites, breakfast is hearty and yummy. And, it’s our favorite spot for Mazto Brie (that delicious fried combination of matzo and eggs that you can top with syrup or sugar, and butter). Honestly, don’t wait for Passover, order it today!
This Boca Italian espresso bar has lovely indoor and outdoor seating, perfect for breakfast. When you visit it FEELS like your dining in Europe. They have a full array of baked goods, spectacular oatmeal and, even a “Tuscan Sensation Every Day Brunch” when you want to relax and indulge. Enjoy a relaxing breakfast with friends or family here.
Welcome to The Griddle, an amazing coffee shop on Spanish River Boulevard. In operation since 1945, this restaurant is part of the history of Boca. If you live here, you know full well how spots, especially restaurants, fall in and out of favor. The longevity of The Griddle speaks volumes. We have been known to order, and of course share, biscuits and gravy and the corn beef hash…oh my! Their breakfast is comfortingly traditional and always hot and delicious. Stop by and try it out; we bet you will be back for more!
Oh boy! If you love pancakes…and we love em! We always took our girls here when it first came to Boca! Still a fan fave for many, this is the place to be! PS…if you love crepes too they have an amazing selection! As per their website The Original Pancake House was founded in Portland, Oregon in 1953 by Les Highet and Erma Hueneke. Drawing upon their many years of experience in the culinary field, and their extensive working knowledge of authentic national and ethnic pancake recipes they were able to offer without compromise this unique and original menu which has gained national acclaim.
We love the vibe at First Watch and the fact they have sooo many options to choose from! Located over on St. Andrews, they offer healthy options like the ever popular avocado toast, to omelets and frittatas to power bowels and egg-sclusives! Fresh and fab they serve breakfast, brunch and lunch!
Smoothies
Breakfast Thoughts
Clearly, we don’t have the time, or space, to share all of the phenomenal breakfast spots in Boca. My goodness, we’d be here all day. That said, feel free to comment and share your favorites, along with why you love them. We’re always looking for someplace new and yummy in South Florida. It’ll be our excuse to go out, once again, for breakfast!
Are You In The Mood For Brunch In Boca Raton?
Well here is a little reminder…if you want to find the best brunch in Boca Raton, many of the breakfast spots we mention offer that as well! Craving a refreshing Mimosa or spicy Bloody Mary? You can also brunch at Oceans 234, Louie Bossi in Boca and Waterstone Resort and Marina!
PS…do you have breakfast for dinner? Inquiring minds want to know! This may or may not include pizza, so check out our blog post on where to get great pizza here!
About Michele Bellisari
Michele is a South Florida Realtor, based in Boca Raton, Florida, serving surrounding cities, and the founder of #Soooboca Lifestyle and Media. If you are thinking of buying or selling real estate in Boca Raton and any of the surrounding cities let her help you out! Thinking of purchasing a vacation home? Michele blogs, vlogs, posts and shares all things Boca Raton, South Florida & Beyond from events, people, food, travel, home decor, fashion, beauty and real estate! You can find more at www.soooboca.com and on all the socials @soooboca. Information in this post should be verified with your accountant, attorney and or financial planner as well as the state of Florida. Information in posts should be verified independently. Information deemed reliable, not guaranteed.
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If you are thinking it is time to get out of the winter and get down to South Florida, I have another hidden gem for you! As a lifestyle blogger and Realtor, there is nothing I enjoy more than exploring these hidden gems in South Florida. Lets visit Highland Beach!
Did you know that when you head east on Spanish River Blvd towards A1A, and hang a left to go north, that you are heading into Highland Beach? Yup!
Take A Tour With Me
This is a cozy residential strip along the beach, with amazing views of luxury homes and high end condos on both the east and west side of the road.
The Town of Highland Beach is 1.1 square miles, has it’s own police department, library and water services and the median home price is $591,500. Highland Beach real estate is higher end and if luxe is on your radar this is the place to be. If you think you might be in the market lets chat by the way,
Easy to get to, as it is between Fort Lauderdale International Airport and Palm Beach International (or if you fly private, Boca Raton Airport).
Friends and Food
I am fortunate to have friends that live in Highland Beach and always enjoy an invite to hang at the pool and beach. One of my friends has a great “deck” where we enjoy the view of the ocean, sea life and windsurfers from. And yes, sipping on something fun like Prosecco and enjoying a charcuterie board with local delights including smoked fish dip (check out Old Dixie Seafood for that delicious snack).
Highand Beach is a very relaxing community to visit and live in. The properties are mostly on the beach or intracoastal waterway. There are a variety of options if you choose to rent there or you want to purchase. Many of the people that live in Highland Beach are part time.
If you love to dine out, Delray Sands Resort is a great place to have cocktails, brunch and stay for vacation. We have had so many great times there and the views are simply stunning!
The sunrises from the beaches are amazing + many of the properties in Highland Beach also have a west view for some colorful sunsets too!
The proximity to Delray Beach and Atlantic Ave is fantastic. Literally a short bike ride or Uber to all things happening just to the north of Highland Beach. Restaurants like Bostons on the Beach and Deck 84 by the beach or on the water, art shows and out door events are happening at any given time.
To the immediate south, you have all things Boca Raton! From Mizner Park, to Town Center Mall, lets face it, world class shopping in Boca! To the Boca beaches and parks which are fantastic, all kinds of restaurants to choose from and plenty of out door activities to choose from. PS…you can also join The Boca Raton Club if you like the feel and style of a country club, enjoy tennis, golf and a social membership.
If you buzz further south past Boca, you have Deerfield Beach at your finger tips! Gotta love all that is there to enjoy! From the pier, the restaurants like Oceans 234, The Cove and Whales Rib, the shopping including Island Watersports, Target (no, we don’t have one in the city limits of Boca Raton), and some great thrifts including the Goodwill Superstore. Check out 18 Cool Things To Do In Deerfield Beach here on the blog!
Making A Move To Highland Beach
The great thing about Highland Beach is that it is less hectic and touristy then some of the other cities here in South Florida. It is fairly quiet and almost 100% residential, as there are no retail stores at all along that A1A stretch.
You have the best of both worlds when you live in Highland Beach. The quiet and sereneness of a small town feel with access to big city life from Miami, Fort Lauderdale to Palm Beach!
About Michele Bellisari
Michele is a South Florida Realtor, based in Boca Raton, Florida, serving surrounding cities, and the founder of #Soooboca Lifestyle and Media. If you are thinking of buying or selling real estate in Boca Raton and any of the surrounding cities let her help you out! Thinking of purchasing a vacation home? Michele blogs, vlogs, posts and shares all things Boca Raton, South Florida & Beyond from events, people, food, travel, home decor, fashion, beauty and real estate! You can find more at www.soooboca.com and on all the socials @soooboca. Information in this post should be verified with your accountant, attorney and or financial planner as well as the state of Florida. Information in posts should be verified independently. Information deemed reliable, not guaranteed.
Lets face it there are a million things to do in Palm Beach county and here is just another example of a daycation, staycation or vacation right in our beautiful South Florida community!
Check out this link for more things to explore and do!
From the beaches to the parks not to mention shopping and exploring there is something for everyone in Boynton Beach!
Not to mention that we have many people visiting and Boynton Beach real estate is hot, hot, hot! From beach front condos to 55+ communities you can search here for your dream home.
An quick trip from Boca or Palm Beach the city of Boynton Beach is truly in the heart of Palm Beach county and super easy to get to with both the Florida Turnpike and I-95 having exits into the city.
Take A Drive
Or you can take an leisurely drive up or down A1A by the fabulous Atlantic Ocean on the east side of town and enjoy one of the parks or the beach with a cooler full of snacks, sandwiches and drinks.
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Boynton Beach has a cool art and culture vibe from music, to art in public places to the children’s museum. If craft beer is your thing you can visit local breweries as Boynton Beach has some great options for you!
Beaches in Boynton
One of our favorites spots is Boynton Beach beaches…yes you read that right!
If you are beach person then you have to swing by Oceanfront Park if you want to coordinate a picnic or just hang out at the beach. It is gorgeous!
Another great spot is Gulfstream Park...truly a beautiful beach location to relax and enjoy our amazing South Florida weather!
One of #SoooBoca’s favorite things to do is head over to some of the waterfront restaurants by the Intracoastal to eat, drink and watch the boats go by.
Some of our foodie favorites include Two Georges, Prime Catch and of course Banana Boat. Sometimes we get to see the fresh fish that has been caught by the local fisherman.
Ready to go fishing in Boynton Beach? You can go drift boat fishing on the Sea Mist III. Speaking of fish we love mahi mahi and snapper so consider ordering that if it is on the menu that day at any of the local restaurants!
Love the History
The city of Boynton Beach has a ton of history too and you can buzz by the Boynton Beach Historical Society for lots of fun and interesting facts about this unique beach side town!
Take a ride by NOMAD Surf Shop for a real piece of history and if you want to learn how to surf! Right over the Woolbright bridge on A1A. I have some fond memories of running up there in high school for some OP shorts, tops and bathing suits!
Seaside Deli and Market is right next door so grab some fabulous sandwiches for your beach picnic…freshly made to your liking!
We know you will enjoy spending some time shopping, playing and eating around Boynton Beach! Love to hear some of your favorite spots to visit while you are there!
Oh and by the way there are some fabulous golf courses in Boynton Beach too if you love to hit the links!
Golf Courses in Boynton Beach and The Palm Beaches
Don’t forget about The Arthur R. Marshall Loxahatchee National Refuge a gorgeous location for wildlife and birding. This is a 147,392-acre wildlife sanctuary that is located west of Boynton Beach, in Palm Beach County, Florida.
As you can see there are tons of things to do in Boynton Beach at any given day or time. We would love to some of your favorite spots and locations so send us a message!
☀️Moving to Boynton, Delray or Boca click here or if you are leaving our beautiful area then click here.
Here are a few other posts you may enjoy for more about our fabulous South Florida area!
Michele is a South Florida Realtor, based in Boca Raton, Florida, serving surrounding cities, and the founder of #Soooboca Lifestyle and Media. If you are thinking of buying or selling real estate in Boca Raton and any of the surrounding cities let her help you out! Thinking of purchasing a vacation home? Michele blogs, vlogs, posts and shares all things Boca Raton, South Florida & Beyond from events, people, food, travel, home decor, fashion, beauty and real estate! You can find more at www.soooboca.com and on all the socials @soooboca. Information in this post should be verified with your accountant, attorney and or financial planner as well as the state of Florida. Information in posts should be verified independently. Information deemed reliable, not guaranteed.
If you are thinking of purchasing a home or you just purchased a home then you want to find out and make sure you file get all the great facts on our Florida Homestead Exemption and see if you qualify to take advantage of it!
(Courtesy the Palm Beach County Property Appraiser Office)
Welcome to Homestead Exemption online filing. My office is pleased to provide this service to new homeowners in Palm Beach County.
Homestead Exemption can provide significant property tax savings, and this interactive system will walk you through the qualifications and application process. Many other exemptions are also available through our office. At this time, we ask that qualified seniors, disabled veterans and other disabled persons visit us in person to file for those additional exemptions.
Where To Get Started
Dorothy Jacks, CFA, AAS Palm Beach County Property Appraiser
In order to begin your filing process you will need to:
Gather necessary documentation establishing your qualifications to file.
On the last business day in the month of December, the Property Appraiser’s Office mails a pink and white homestead exemptionreceipt card to every property owner in Palm Beach County with a homestead exemption. If there are no changes to the use and/or ownership of the property, simply keep the card as your receipt that you have been automatically renewed for another year. However, if there is a change to ownership due to a sale, marriage, divorce, death, or change in property use, call our office at 561.355.2866 or email us at [email protected].
The E-File process now allows for taxpayers who have recently purchased their property to file for Homestead Exemption, even if their deed has not been recorded and/or uploaded into our database. Simply begin the process by requesting a PIN and follow the simple instructions. Please know your Homestead Exemption Application will be in a Pending status until your deed is recorded and transferred into our database. When this occurs, your application will be submitted automatically and reviewed for processing.
Filing For Portability
You may now file for Portability while using the on-line filing system. Portability is an additional tax savings to residents moving from one home to another within the State of Florida. At the end of filing for Homestead Exemption, you will be asked if you wish to file for Portability.
The PAPA website is full of information for home buyers and homeowners in our county so take advantage of all the information you can get from it.
More Information About South Florida Real Estate and Lifestyle
So now you know! If you want to learn more about our beautiful Boca Raton and South Florida lifestyle follow #SoooBoca on Instagram and check out some of our other articles, podcasts and videos!
Michele is a South Florida Realtor, based in Boca Raton, Florida, serving surrounding cities, and the founder of #Soooboca Lifestyle and Media. If you are thinking of buying or selling real estate in Boca Raton and any of the surrounding cities let her help you out! Thinking of purchasing a vacation home? Michele blogs, vlogs, posts and shares all things Boca Raton, South Florida & Beyond from events, people, food, travel, home decor, fashion, beauty and real estate! You can find more at www.soooboca.com and on all the socials @soooboca. Information in this post should be verified with your accountant, attorney and or financial planner as well as the state of Florida. Information in posts should be verified independently. Information deemed reliable, not guaranteed.
We have always loved what Boca Raton Airport has to offer in regard to flying options! Did you know you can fly into Boca Raton just as quickly as you can fly out! The airport is rich with history and has been part of Boca Raton since 1936.
With so many global businesses and headquarters based in and around Boca Raton, it makes it very easy for executives to fly private in and out of Boca Executive Airport or as “locals” call it Boca Exec!
If you have thought about relocating your business or making a move to Boca, having a hyper local airport nearby can be very convenient. South Florida is a moving magnet these days and businesses and people are moving here in droves for a variety of reasons.
Perhaps you have a meeting here, want to fly in for a Miami Dolphins or FAU football game, attend a concert or fly over to the Bahamas for a beautiful vacation to fish, snorkel or dive? How cool is it that you could fly into Boca Raton Airport.
Entertaining guests or your business associates for the weekend? Charter flights make for a quick weekend getaway to enjoy our Boca Raton beaches, world class shopping, amenities and to have a fabulous dinner with friends!
No matter what the reason, Boca Raton Airport is convenient and well located to all things South Florida.
PS…the airport sits right off of Airport Road, I-95 and Spanish River. I love to watch planes of all types taking flight and landing daily with that gorgeous Boca blue sky and FAU Football stadium as a backdrop.
The Airport encompasses 214 acres between Spanish River Boulevard and Glades Road. The Airport’s runway 5/23 is 6,276 feet long and 150 feet wide, with a full-length 40-foot wide parallel taxiway.
The Boca Raton Airport serves the recreational, corporate, and flight training needs of the community, averaging over 70,000 operations annually.
FAA Contract Tower located on the field. The Tower is open daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Two full-service Fixed Based Operators (FBOs) are located at the Airport. Each FBO offers a range of amenities, such as fueling, ground handling, aircraft storage, conference rooms, catering, and limousine service.
Onsite Customs and Border Protection facility (coming soon) enabling international flights to fly directly into the Boca Raton Airport instead of first stopping at another airport to go through customs.
Did you know…that during WWII, Boca Raton Airport served as a base for air-sea patrol, and a weigh station for planes being ferried to Europe?
Things To Do in Boca Raton
Jetting off is as easy as 1, 2, 3 when flying out of Boca Raton Airport — no security delays, no two hour wait times, no crowds and most importantly no TSA!
Choose from a list full of carriers HERE, that best suit your needs. If you are just staying for the night, there’s a hotel right on site at the recently renovated Marriott Fairfield Inn and sever more close by.
If you are in need of some entertainment then head over to Cinemark Palace 20 to catch the latest flick, or catch an Uber or Lyft to shops and dining of Downtown Boca, Atlantic Ave or the Town Center Mall. This “fly private” idea is sounding better and better isn’t it!
10 Reasons to Fly Private
Convenience
Time Saving
Reduced Stress
Privacy
Flexibility
No long security lines
Food choices
Life Balance
Makes Sense for Your Business
Cuz you can (okay we threw this one in but seriously are we right or are we right)
We have a variety of options for you as you can head up to Palm Beach or down to Fort Lauderdale International to travel. However be sure to find out how Boca Raton Executive Airport can meet your needs as well.
Check this informative video out below and if you want more tips on what to do in #SoooBoca check out our YouTube channel!
Some references provided via Boca Raton Executive Airport site. Please contact airport, carriers and any referenced businesses for the most up to date information.
Michele is a South Florida Realtor, based in Boca Raton, Florida, serving surrounding cities, and the founder of #Soooboca Lifestyle and Media. If you are thinking of buying or selling real estate in Boca Raton and any of the surrounding cities let her help you out! Thinking of purchasing a vacation home? Michele blogs, vlogs, posts and shares all things Boca Raton, South Florida & Beyond from events, people, food, travel, home decor, fashion, beauty and real estate! You can find more at www.soooboca.com and on all the socials @soooboca. Information in this post should be verified with your accountant, attorney and or financial planner as well as the state of Florida. Information in posts should be verified independently. Information deemed reliable, not guaranteed.
Breast cancer screenings are important. This undisputed fact is regularly shared by medical professionals, the media, family, and friends. When breast cancer is diagnosed early, recovery is significantly more likely.
Dense Breasts
However, did you know that women with dense breasts are at a higher risk for breast cancer? And that detection can be more challenging? Many women may be unaware that they have dense breasts and uninformed regarding issues they may need to know.
What Are Dense Breasts?
According to the CDC, “Breast density reflects the amount of fibrous and glandular tissue in a woman’s breasts compared with the amount of fatty tissue in the breasts, as seen on a mammogram.”
As per the National Cancer Institute, “Only a mammogram can show if a woman has dense breasts. Dense breast tissue cannot be felt in a clinical breast exam or in a breast self-exam.”
Research Indicates Nearly 50% Of Women Age 40+ Have Dense Breasts
Breast density can affect the radiologists ability to distinguish between healthy tissue and tumors. This may lead to unidentified cancer and a lack of important follow up testing. Women with dense breasts are advised to schedule breast ultrasounds or MRIs in addition to their regular mammograms.
The Breast Center at West Boca Diagnostic Imaging
Those of us who live in the area are incredibly fortunate to have West Boca Medical Center in our community, on 441 between Palmetto Park Road and Glades Road. Among many of its services, The Breast Center at West Boca Diagnostic Imaging, a top notch diagnostic breast imaging center, is right here in central Boca Raton at The Garden Shops at Boca Del Mar, 7070 W Palmetto Park Rd, Boca Raton, FL 33433.
In fact, The Breast Center at West Boca Diagnostic Imaging has been named a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence from the American College of Radiology. Among the breast health screenings they provide are breast MRIs, breast ultrasounds, diagnostic imaging, and mammograms. The breadth of their services illustrates their continued commitment to the health of our community.
Are you wondering how much you know about breast cancer? Take the quiz! West Boca Medical Center has a 3-4 minute breast cancer quiz on their website that you can take to be more informed.
As we end a year and begin another new one, please take a few minutes to schedule your mammograms. As a matter of fact schedule all of those doctor appointments you my have put off due to what ever the reason. Lets make a pinky swear that by December 31st, you will have scheduled your appointments, especially your mammogram!
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About Michele Bellisari
Michele is a South Florida Realtor, based in Boca Raton, Florida, serving surrounding cities, and the founder of #Soooboca Lifestyle and Media. If you are thinking of buying or selling real estate in Boca Raton and any of the surrounding cities let her help you out! Thinking of purchasing a vacation home? Michele blogs, vlogs, posts and shares all things Boca Raton, South Florida & Beyond from events, people, food, travel, home decor, fashion, beauty and real estate! You can find more at www.soooboca.com and on all the socials @soooboca. Information in this post should be verified with your accountant, attorney and or financial planner as well as the state of Florida.
We are super excited for the 2021 ESPN Roofclaim.com Boca Raton Bowl that will be played on December 18 at 11 am EST at FAU Stadium! As a community captain since the inception of the “bowl”, my entire family has had so much fun attending all of the events leading up to the game and the game itself!
As a local Realtor and long time Boca resident we are sooo fortunate to have this annual December football tradition to celebrate here in Boca Raton!
The Boca Raton Bowl is an annual National Collegiate Athletic Association sanctioned post-season Division I Football Bowl Subdivision college football bowl game played in Boca Raton, Florida, since December 2014 at FAU Stadium on the campus of Florida Atlantic University.
This Year’s Teams
For the 8th Annual Boca Raton Bowl, we have a great match up this year with Western Kentucky University and Appalachian State set for game day! We welcome these teams, their friends and family to Boca Raton and Palm Beach county.
Interview With Doug Mosley
Today I have the unique pleasure of interviewing Doug Mosley, Executive Director of “the bowl”. Doug is a great friend to the community and today we talk all things college football, the Boca Raton Bowl, Spirit of Giving, Fan Fest, Women Changing The Game and events surrounding the game!
PS… if you don’t know, Doug is a BBQ aficionado too, so as a local foodie you know we talk a little barbeque too!
Doug Mosley Executive Director of the Boca Raton Bowl
Catch The Full Interview On The #SoooBoca YouTube Channel
#SoooBoca Stories Podcast
You can also catch the interview on the podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Buzzsprout and iHeart Radio! Click here!
The bowl games begin on December 17th culminating in the College Football Playoff National Championship Game 8 p.m. | ESPN Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana, so check out all the games happening and plan your time, food and fun accordingly!
About Michele Bellisari
Michele is a South Florida Realtor, based in Boca Raton, Florida, serving surrounding cities, and the founder of #Soooboca Lifestyle and Media. If you are thinking of buying or selling real estate in Boca Raton and any of the surrounding cities let her help you out! Thinking of purchasing a vacation home? Michele blogs, vlogs, posts and shares all things Boca Raton, South Florida & Beyond from events, people, food, travel, home decor, fashion, beauty and real estate! You can find more at www.soooboca.com and on all the socials @soooboca. Information in this post should be verified with your accountant, attorney and or financial planner as well as the state of Florida. Information in posts should be verified independently. Information deemed reliable, not guaranteed.
A few years ago, the time had come to pick out white paint for the interior of our home. We had a major water issue that happened and thus we had to gut the floors, living and kitchen areas of our home. We had to choose tile, cabinets and paint for our home.
When something like this happens, you really are not prepared to make so many choices as to what look you want to go with. Luckily, I had a pretty good idea of the feel and vibe and I also started a Pinterest board to help me get organized.
Family Affair
My husband and I really collaborate well on house and home projects, as he grew up in the plumbing industry, and I studied interior design for about a minute in college before I switched my major to advertising. We both like neutral walls as we add pops of color and coastal accessories to give our house a beachy feel. The project lasted a few months and frankly, the biggest challenge I had was choosing the right paint. It was overwhelming.
Aesthetics To Consider
My design feel for our home is beachy elegant with a Florida Keys vibe, so I prefer white walls so I can play around with pictures, change my furniture at whim (thank you bulk Mondays, thrift stores and garage sales), and I just think it suits our “beach house” not on the beach home really well for us.
We also have a ton of color coming in the windows via palm trees, blue skies and our pool which we see from all our main rooms.
So Many Choices
With that being said I was in cool or warm white hell…do we go with Roman Column or Eggshell? Did we want a white paint that is more beige, grey, pink or yellow? What is a hue vs a tint? Where do we even paint some walls to see how the “sunlight” glints off of the colors?
Thankfully the interweb came to the rescue and Pinterest, which is a haven for great ideas and trends and also made me realize there is no shame in going neutral…phew…as I was sweating it out on that one:
Flooring and Deals
The other kicker is that we had flooring picked out before our paint, so moving a 24 x 24 inch polished marble sample around from room to room to see how the paint looked against it was the other big challenge and frankly was making the husband cranky. Those tiles are freaking heavy!
By the way…definitely shop around for flooring! I got a crazy good closeout price at a tile place in Pompano Beach and negotiated it down even more! We are fortunate here in South Florida to have so many amazing flooring, paint, home decor, design centers in the Tri-County area. You can literally shop from Miami to the Palm Beaches. It is fantastic!
Sound Advice From An Expert
I participate in a great real estate mastermind daily on the Clubhouse App. The conversation recently turned to why a seller should paint before listing a home, colors to use and the value it can add. Many agents, like Atlanta Realtor Glennda Baker, Virginia Beach Realtor Megan Luker, and designer Bridget King chimed in to share their thoughts and ideas on best practices and colors they recommend to their clients.
After our group discussion, I reached out to Bridget for some thoughts on painting, especially since sellers always ask if a fresh coat of paint will add value to their home sale.
“The RIGHT paint colors can boost your home’s value. Paint is the most cost effective investment for the biggest return on the value of your property. Interior painted is said to bring a 55% ROI. Select warm and neutral colors that work with all styles of homes and furnishings.”
Bridget is the founder and owner of Captiva Design, is the current President of the South Florida Chapter of International Association of Professional Home Stagers. She is the first African-American woman to hold such a prestigious position governing the Florida Southern Region. Bridget is an Accredited Home Staging Professional, and Certified Interior Decorator.
Choosing The Perfect Color
So although we were challenged on the paint front, we both make decisions rather quickly. I am the type of person that even when car shopping, can narrow it down pretty quickly and choose the “one”. Same thing with the paint. Once we figured out about 5 colors, tested them on a few walls in the house, we knew what we wanted. See our choice at the end of this blog post.
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Since everyone has an opinion on brands. I have highlighted a few here that you may want to peruse.
Apartment Therapy has that answer for you! Did you know that companies have people and teams specifically tasked to come up with fabulous paint names. Some names are trendy, some romantic, some quirky, some fun, some dark and some classic. One company even has an accompanying playlist on Spotify to get you in the mindset and spirit of painting your rooms!
10 White Paint Color Faves
A tried and true list of white paints to consider include: White Dove, Super White, Chantilly Lace, Crisp Linen from Benjamin Moore, Extra White, Alabaster and Mercer White from Sherwin Williams, Design Studio White by Ralph Lauren, Polar Bear by Behr 75, Wimborne White No. 239, Farrow & Ball and Fresh Kicks from Clare, to name a few!
Lastly
If you are stuck in 50 Shades of White Paint hell…no worries… there is a white shade of paint for every personality and taste out there, you just have to experiment and play with some samples to see what works for your home and lifestyle.
So what did we choose in 2016? Sherwin Williams Mercer White and I still love it!
PS…don’t forget to get all the house painting accessories you need right from Amazon!
Another quick reminder is to start planning your landscaping refresh on a budget! You would be surprised at how much you can change the curb appeal of your home for just a couple of hundred dollars!
If you are getting ready to paint your home I would love to hear what color you choose! Here is to keeping it fresh and fun anytime of the year!
Michele is a South Florida Realtor, based in Boca Raton, Florida, serving surrounding cities, and the founder of #Soooboca Lifestyle and Media. If you are thinking of buying or selling real estate in Boca Raton and any of the surrounding cities let her help you out! Thinking of purchasing a vacation home? Michele blogs, vlogs, posts and shares all things Boca Raton, South Florida & Beyond from events, people, food, travel, home decor, fashion, beauty and real estate! You can find more at www.soooboca.com and on all the socials @soooboca. Information in this post should be verified with your accountant, attorney and or financial planner as well as the state of Florida. Information in posts should be verified independently. Information deemed reliable, not guaranteed.
Make sure to check out our annual Holiday Event Guide, which includes a list and links to events and activities happening in Boca Raton, Delray Beach and around Palm Beach and Broward counties!
How about a casual brunch and a matinee? The #SoooBoca squad has gone many times for the matinee in particular and we make an afternoon out of it.
One of the many benefits of living in South Florida during the holidays (in addition to the absolutely fabulous weather) is the fact that we are in close proximity to venues dedicated to the performing arts; many of which are hosting dance companies performing The Nutcracker.
What Is Happening Every Weekend!
The Weekend List is here for you! Every Thursday we update this link with local events happening here in Boca Raton and South Florida every weekend! Make sure to subscribe to #SoooBoca for alerts!
Where To See The Nutcracker in South Florida
Below we have compiled a list of performances from Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton and Palm Beach. Even though we may not have snow to celebrate the season we do have many options to see The Nutcracker at your favorite theater or venue.
Boca Ballet Theater: For over 23 years, this dance company has been performing The Nutcracker.
With so many performances, there has to be one that fits in to your holiday schedule! Reserve your tickets and plan your day – what could be better! Enjoy the show!
As always please check with the venue and companies to confirm dates, times and for the most updated information.
Happy Holidays to you and your family from #SoooBoca!
About Michele Bellisari
Michele is a South Florida Realtor, based in Boca Raton, Florida, serving surrounding cities, and the founder of #Soooboca Lifestyle and Media.
If you are thinking of buying or selling real estate in Boca Raton and any of the surrounding cities let her help you out!
Thinking of purchasing a vacation home? Michele blogs, vlogs, posts and shares all things Boca Raton, South Florida & Beyond from events, people, food, travel, home decor, fashion, beauty and real estate!
You can find more at www.soooboca.com and on all the socials @soooboca. Information in this post should be verified with your accountant, attorney and or financial planner as well as the state of Florida.
Information in posts should be verified independently. Information deemed reliable, not guaranteed.
Want more money for your home? Start with instant curb appeal for your South Florida home! For just a couple of hundred dollars you can make your front yard look spectacular! As a Realtor I can tell you that one of the most frustrating things I see when showing homes is lack of curb appeal. It is such an easy fix in most cases very affordable.
In many cases it this could include simply weeding, clearing the clutter on the porch or in the carport, painting a front door or even adding some new plants to the garden.
Even if you are not making a move, create more equity in your home by doing improvements both outside and inside!
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Just take a drive around any Boca Raton or South Florida neighborhood to get instant curb appeal ideas for your front island, driveway, porch and front doors! Nothing is set in stone by the way! In other wards, you definitely see traditional Florida landscaping with just palm trees and shrubs to more extensive showcase style outdoor landscaping including paved driveways, extensive outdoor lighting or exotic types of landscaping.
The cool thing is that you can totally take the luxury look and implement it at your home if you are on a tight budget! Check out some of the steals and deals on Amazon like this bench! Now that will liven up any front porch and create some instant curb appeal!
When Is A Great Time To Refresh Your Landscaping
Frankly, with the amazing weather we have here all year long, you can pretty much create instant curb appeal throughout the year (and usually in under a couple of days).
Now we typically do a refresh right before Thanksgiving as we are usually having family and friends over.
This includes trimming back overgrown bushes and plants (now we do this throughout the year too) but in particular we go to town in November. We add fresh mulch a few times a year to the gardens and of course trim back those pesky palm fronds that grow like weeds.
We like low maintenance plants that do not need shade. Now, just to be transparent, I am not a gardener by any means. But I know what I like, and I have an eye for simple design. I love palm trees of all kinds and we are fortunate to have some beautiful, and very old ones in our yard. One did leave us during one of the hurricanes but it’s twin is still in the front island garden.
This year we have liriope, iris regina blues, and angelonias and then added the red mulch (which fades pretty fast in the hot South Florida sun). Always cool when the walkers in your neighborhood stop and say how nice it looks. Yay!
Of course my big favorite is the bougainvillea. Sooo many colors to choose from and they really thrive is the South Florida weather.
I have tapped into some great blogs you might enjoy in regard to learning more about Florida gardening here is a list I put together for you. It goes beyond just doing a refresh of your gardens and gets into all types of things you can do including fruit trees and beyond!
This is just a short list of things you can do to create instant curb appeal:
1. Fresh mulch 2. Updated plants and shrubs 3. Porch seating 4. Beautiful door wreath 5. Outdoor lighting 6. Fix those sprinklers 7. Pressure clean sidewalks (and roof) 8. Paint the front door 9. Replace mail boxes 10. Fresh house numbers
Vision or Mood Board
Another great ideas is to set up a mood board on Pinterest or to a folder on your phone if you are driving around taking photos. I did this exact thing. Turns out I really do not like those faux rocks that I see in island gardens LOL!
Luckily we have many places to choose from for plants, landscaping, mulch, outdoor living and more. You can hit up your local Home Depot or Lowes and even better, swing by a local business like NuTurf Pompano for landscaping, plants and outdoor decor. Next time I am there I am definitely getting some plants that attract butterflies!
Mac’s Garden Center has been around since 1987 and a Delray Beach nursery and landscaping staple. Another fan fave is Johnny Mango’s also in Delray Beach. If orchids are your thing, then check out their selection along with outdoor merch to refresh your outdoor space.
New to the area? Check out The Boca Raton Garden Club celebrating 68 years as I write this post! This organization can help you with all your gardening questions!
You better believe it does. Curb appeal is a big deal. People want to showcase their home and consider that when buying. Does it look pretty when they drive up to it. Can they envision a fresh look? Will it be too expensive to do a front yard refresh. The more you do as a home seller, the less the buyer has to imagine and frankly many buyers simply don’t have vision.
First Impressions
You only get one chance to make a fantastic first impression. Block out a couple of days to create instant curb appeal for your home that buyers, and your neighbors will rave about!
Quick Decor Tip
Something I have done for years when I am in a pinch for fresh flowers, is to go out to the yard and cut some fresh palm fronds and pop them in a pretty vase positioned on my kitchen island! Nothing like bringing the outside in and it is already in your garden!
Ready To Roll
So now you know! If you are ready to list your home, perhaps downsizing, needing to sell due to a divorce or estate situation, lets chat. I have ideas for you to get you the highest and best price for your property!
Michele is a South Florida Realtor, based in Boca Raton, Florida, serving surrounding cities, and the founder of #Soooboca Lifestyle and Media. If you are thinking of buying or selling real estate in Boca Raton and any of the surrounding cities let her help you out! Thinking of purchasing a vacation home? Michele blogs, vlogs, posts and shares all things Boca Raton, South Florida & Beyond from events, people, food, travel, home decor, fashion, beauty and real estate! You can find more at www.soooboca.com and on all the socials @soooboca. Information in this post should be verified with your accountant, attorney and or financial planner as well as the state of Florida. Information in posts should be verified independently. Information deemed reliable, not guaranteed.
There is nothing better than a sensational thrift or consignment store haul. If you are hankering for a deal in Palm Beach county, then check out some of the best thrift stores in Delray Beach for that perfect haul!
There are a variety of reasons I love to thrift, hit garage sales on the weekends, drop into consignment stores and, yes, pick up items on the side of the road weekly during bulk day.
Some of the most popular celebrities in the world love thrift shopping, buy from consignment and look for a great deal from Hoda Kotb to Sara Jessica Parker.
I wear items I have purchased from thrift stores, my home has furniture from my shopping finds and I have found beautiful gifts at bargain prices to share with friends and family. Think Lilly Pulitzer, Tiffany & Co. and beyond!
If high end clothes are your jam then look no further in our 2,383-square-mile county because clearly with the number of events, balls and charity dinners happening at any given time you can find designer gowns, handbags, shoes, dresses and more by shopping thrift and consignment…some items will even have the tags still attached.
Designer Clothing Finds
If you have a weekend or business event to attend or a home decor project to tackle but your budget is limited buzz by a local thrift store to stretch your dollar to find secondhand items and designer deals to freshen up your wardrobe and your hive.
If classic T-shirts are your passion, you need a winter coat, for the one trip up north this year, or you simply have to freshen up that one room in your house and have champagne taste but a beer budget then you are in luck with all the thrifting store choices we have right here the Delray/Boca area!
#SoooBoca Thrift ShoppingTips:
Make a list of what you are hunting for before you go.
Check the back racks…always.
Bring cash as a backup
Dress comfortably
Clean out your car…you never know when something big may be on your take home list.
Find out when new items will be hitting the floor each week at your favorite thrift and consignment boutiques. Certain days have certain sales and discounts and pop that in your calendar.
Remember another ones give aways are someone elses treasures! One of my best finds was a Tiffany votive candle holder for a $1.00 at Debbie Rand Thrift Shop in Boca Raton. You never know what you might find so go to your favorite thrift stores often!
Have a favorite store? Send a direct message to @soooboca on Instagram, instant message us on Facebook or email [email protected] to share!
#SoooBoca has some fun merchandise too! Our store is now open! Click here to see what fun items we now have for purchase!
Michele is a South Florida Realtor, based in Boca Raton, Florida, serving surrounding cities, and the founder of #Soooboca Lifestyle and Media. If you are thinking of buying or selling real estate in Boca Raton and any of the surrounding cities let her help you out! Thinking of purchasing a vacation home? Michele blogs, vlogs, posts and shares all things Boca Raton, South Florida & Beyond from events, people, food, travel, home decor, fashion, beauty and real estate! You can find more at www.soooboca.com and on all the socials @soooboca. Information in this post should be verified with your accountant, attorney and or financial planner as well as the state of Florida. Information in posts should be verified independently. Information deemed reliable, not guaranteed.
Boca Raton’s Only Five-Star Labor and Delivery Unit
Having a baby is a life-changing event. And, while you are likely beyond excited to meet the newest member of your family, you may also be apprehensive about the birthing process. I know I was.
Recognizing that many women feel this way, the awesome administrative and medical team at West Boca Medical Center’s Boca Center for Women’s Care has developed the best family centered maternity unit in Boca Raton. In addition to providing top-notch medical services, they also cater to the emotional aspect of having a baby.
West Boca Medical Center recently had a groundbreaking ceremony for their new Boca Center for Women’s Care. The renovation is under way and all of the maternity rooms will be updated by end of the year.
Boca Center for Women’s Care: The Best of the Best
The Boca Center for Women’s Care, formerly known as The Birthcare Pavilion, at West Boca Medical Center, in their own words, “strives to provide the very best in family-friendly care.” They realize that while giving birth necessitates top-notch medical professionals and facilities for the health of the mother and child, it also requires a delicate emotional approach directed toward the entire family.”
As the only five-star labor and delivery unit in Boca Raton, they are also a National Certified Safe Sleep Hospital. They are committed to reducing infant sleep deaths through their “hospital infant safe sleep policy”. Additionally, they place a high priority on accommodating your wishes and your birth plan.
The hospital can support natural births, anesthesiology, C-sections, and even hydrotherapy. Birthing amenities include, among other things, aromatherapy and lemon ice chips. They have truly thought of everything.
Incredible Care from Beginning to End
The hospital offers a host of resources to its patients, both before and after they give birth. The information they provide covers everything from what to bring to the hospital to creating a nursery to newborn care. They also leverage technology wherever they can.
You can pre register online, from the comfort of your home. And, make sure to check out their “e-nursery” service which allows you to share pictures of your beautiful addition with select family and friends.
Nursing: All the Support You Need
One of the most challenging aspects of being a new mother is nursing. What seems like a simple process can sometimes be overwhelming. Of course, the professionals at West Boca are experts in helping new moms adjust.
In addition to identifying where to rent a breast pump, they also can help you connect with local support groups and lactation consultants. The broad array of breastfeeding information they provide is invaluable to new mothers.
The NICU
One thing I want to mention is that the NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) at West Boca Medical Center is fantastic. West Boca Medical Center has an on-site level III NICU which is staffed with the specialists, and is the only level III NICU in Boca Raton.
As a forward thinking medical center here in Boca Raton, West Boca Medical Center is the first hospital serving Palm Beach and North Broward counties to use NICVIEW 2™, a live video streaming camera system, in the NICU, to ensure that families and their newborn are connected.
Our Story
When I was expecting my first child, Kylie, in 1990, The Birthcare Pavilion, now the Boca Center for Women’s Care at West Boca Medical Center was newly opened. I remember taking a tour and being so impressed with the birthing suites and the pavilion itself. At the time, we lived in West Boca, so having a new maternity facility that was close to our home was wonderful.
As things happen, I ended up needing a c-section, and the care that I received from the nurses, doctors and staff was excellent. When the unexpected happens you want a team that is gentle, informative and well trained at your side.
The following evening, as we enjoyed our new baby girl, they brought us new parents a lobster and steak dinner…which was quite a fancy perk at the time! I remember my mom saying that times sure had changed since she had me!
Today, the Boca Center for Women’s Care, offers aromatherapy, lemon ice chips, a post-partum snack pack and a celebration breakfast! They also offer private post-partum rooms with single bathrooms for comfort and privacy!
Our NICU Experience
We had Kylie on April 10, 1990, 8lbs, 5oz. We took her home a couple of days later, however, she spiked a temperature about 7 days later and we ended up bringing her back to the hospital and the medical team advised to put her in the NICU. Again, the medical staff was simply wonderful, to the point, informative and addressed all of our concerns. It was a scary few days, but the infection that she had picked up finally dwindled away and we took our little baby girl home.
As an FYI…”Level III NICUs are defined by having continuously available personnel (neonatologists, neonatal nurses, respiratory therapists) and equipment to provide life support for as long as needed.”
Learn More Today
The offerings provided by the hospital are considerable, there are so many things available. In order to streamline your learning curve, the hospital employs a well-respected maternity navigator who will guide you through your entire experience.
If you are pregnant and are in the process of deciding where to give birth, consider West Boca Medical Center and its Boca Center for Women’s Care. Take some time and enjoy a one-on-one virtual tour. You can see all that they have to offer, ask questions and become familiar with the facility.
West Boca Medical Center has made a commitment to providing new mothers and their families attentive comprehensive care while offering them a host of hands-on resources. Having a baby is a spectacular experience. Giving birth at the Boca Center for Women’s Care at West Boca Medical Center makes it that much better.
Michele is a South Florida Realtor, based in Boca Raton, Florida, serving surrounding cities, and the founder of #Soooboca Lifestyle and Media. If you are thinking of buying or selling real estate in Boca Raton and any of the surrounding cities let her help you out! Michele blogs, vlogs, posts and shares all things Boca Raton, South Florida & Beyond from events, people, food, travel, home decor, fashion, beauty and real estate! You can find more at www.soooboca.com and on all the socials @soooboca.
Sponsored: This post was sponsored by West Boca Medical Center. Photos provided by West Boca Medical Center. All opinions expressed in this blog post, vlogs, emails and social media are my own. Please reach out directly to the sponsor in regard to facts and information provided about their service or business. I have been compensated, but that does not impact my views or opinions. Information is deemed reliable, but not guaranteed.
