Easy methods to Spend the Good Lengthy Weekend in Palm Seashore—Like a Native

Welcome to Like a Native, our sequence the place writers share methods to spend a super lengthy weekend of their favourite cities. This time, Kim offers us an insider’s information to Palm Seashore, FL.

What began as yearly visits to Palm Seashore became biannual journeys, and irrespective of how usually I went, I all the time had a good time. It wasn’t till I used to be fortunate sufficient to get “caught” in Palm Seashore for months throughout the pandemic that I started to understand all this vacation spot has to supply. Certain, it’s attractive ( like stepping right into a Slim Aarons imagery time capsule), straightforward to get to (touchdown at PBI airport feels intimate, not intimidating) and its meals rivals that of NYC and Rome. However dwelling like a neighborhood made me recognize all of the nooks and crannies of this island. Listed here are my greatest bets for an ideal lengthy weekend in Palm Seashore.

Your funds will almost definitely decide the place you keep in Palm Seashore. If you wish to skip the sky excessive costs of the posh motels, there are some good condos on Airbnb—like this one—that may get you a spot to hit the hay with out burning a gap in your pockets. No turndown service with this feature, however with the cash you save, you’ll be able to discover extra of this extraordinary island.

507 for 3 nights in Might; charges fluctuate relying on time of 12 months.

For a full-service resort with all of the perks, you’ve got many decisions, however for a boutique keep harking back to the campy Palm Royale, go for the newly revamped Colony Lodge. Inside strolling distance of Price Avenue’s high-end outlets and the seashore, this resort has one thing for everybody (extra of which, you’ll see beneath). And whilst you’ll pay lots on your well-appointed room, not all the things at this retro-chic resort comes with a hefty price ticket. There are first-come, first-served complimentary rides within the consolation of a hotel-branded Volvo to numerous spots on the island for meals, procuring, and extra.

Professional-Tip for Pet-Lovers: For a charge, your pup will benefit from the comforts of this high-end resort too, full with a custom-branded mattress and culinary treats.

Day 1:

Most individuals come to Palm Seashore to benefit from the lovely outdoor—and there are a lot of choices from tennis and golf to swimming,boating, and extra. However there’s a lot for the non-athletic as nicely. If Friday is your first full day in Palm Seashore and the climate isn’t good, think about making this your procuring day. Make the most of Price Avenue and all it has to supply by exploring the island’s native boutiques and famend multi-locale retailers. Whether or not it’s your first time or your twentieth, this exercise by no means will get previous. Be certain that to get misplaced among the many many villas alongside the best way—you’ll see why that is the quintessential PB expertise.

For lunch, many love Pizza al Fresco as a result of the meals is nice, however for me, it’s the setting that makes this place a winner. You’ll really feel such as you’re in Europe as you sit—you guessed it—al fresco, having fun with pizza, pasta, and don’t overlook a basic Aperol Spritz (theirs are significantly tasty).

Professional Tip for Ice Cream Lovers: If dessert is asking, you’ll be able to keep away from feeling like a vacationer by stopping at Piccolo Gelato for candy treats whereas strolling by the villas. Certain, individuals like Sprinkles, however I a lot desire Piccolo for gelato that actually hits the spot.

After lunch, take seashore cruisers to discover the island by bike, whether or not that’s to the close by seashore or to the Palm Seashore Lake Path. It’s an effective way to see the sights, get some train, and actually absorb the great thing about this wonderful vacation spot. With completely different sections that exhibit the West Palm skyline, and landmarks just like the Flagler Museum and numerous galleries, you’ll burn off that lunch and get excited for a scrumptious, scenic dinner on the town.

You may simply stroll into city for dinner and luxuriate in Bricktop’s. (If the menu reminds you of Houston’s, it’s no coincidence—however that is Palm Seashore, so we’re speaking indoor and outside seating, a full of life bar, giant banquettes, and native specialties just like the Palm Seashore Salad and Key lime pie.)

Day 2:

If it’s a Saturday between October and April, a go to to The West Palm Seashore GreenMarket is your exercise for the morning. Belief me, it’s price spending time at what has been voted among the best farmers markets within the nation. With over 130 distributors, this mega market gives breakfast, lunch, and snack choices, together with crafts, equipment, and style items..

Once you’re completed on the market, The Norton Museum of Artwork is only a brief five-minute drive away. With everlasting collections that embody works by Georgia O’Keefe, Alexander Calder, and Paul Cezanne, and particular reveals which are continually altering, you’ll be able to cease by this staple a number of occasions and see one thing new every go to.

Professional Tip for Households: On choose Saturdays, the museum gives applications for youths ages 5 to12 (with an accompanying grownup), which embody gallery viewing and an art-related workshop.

With all the things you sampled from the GreenMarket you is likely to be too full for a big lunch, so I like to recommend stopping by the Hive Bakery & Café proper subsequent to the museum.

After coming dwelling and stress-free earlier than dinner, you’ll need to order an Uber and head simply off the island to Lake Price Seashore’s Oceano Kitchen. By far my favourite meal each time we come to Palm Seashore, this place is liked by each member of my household, which at occasions has been as younger as seven and as previous as seventy. With a continually altering menu (don’t fear, there are mainstays like straight shooter pizza for the much less adventurous) this spot lastly takes reservations and is delish from cocktails to dessert.

Professional tip: In the event you like lime in your bev, ask for the day by day freshly squeezed lime juice from the bar—a lot better than your common lime wedge.

Day 3:

On Sunday, really feel like a real native by grabbing breakfast at Inexperienced’s Pharmacy. This combo luncheonette/pharmacy/retailer looks like a visit again in time—it first opened in 1938. Whether or not you desire a copy of the “shiny sheets” with the newest comings and goings of space socialites or only a fundamental bacon, egg and cheese, you’ll love this retro spot.

In the event you’re staying at The Colony, think about enjoying the native Par 3 golf course—workers can organize so that you can play what’s normally reserved for residents. With ocean views and superbly maintained landscaping, the course is manageable for learners and simply difficult sufficient for normal gamers, making it a super possibility for everybody in your group.

Professional-tip for Households: When you have a golfer beneath age 12, get the Youth on Course App, for charges as little as $5!

Spend the remainder of the afternoon stress-free on the seashore or pool. In fact, The Colony’s pool appears to be like prefer it’s proper out of a style journal (in all probability as a result of it’s been the backdrop for a lot of) the place you will get some rays, go for a dip, or simply individuals watch.

For dinner—an Italian favourite that’s common with locals and guests alike—go to Bice. (There’s an in depth menu, however I like going off-menu and getting the on-the-bone, pounded-thin Veal Parm.)

In the event you don’t thoughts venturing again off the island, in close by West Palm is The Blue Door, and their Sunday evening particular, the roast rooster with salad and fries, is scrumptious and may simply feed 4.

For these with extra adventurous palates, head to Stage in Palm Seashore Gardens for Indian-inspired, globally influenced, and award-winning small plates which are nicely definitely worth the journey.

Day 4:

Make these stops on the best way to the airport: head to Astrokids Outpost in close by West Palm Seashore for any fashions you want for the children. You will get stylish objects with out breaking the financial institution at this not-so-well-known outlet.

One other Professional tip for Ice Cream Lovers: For any anti-shoppers (probably some kiddos and husbands) Carvel is conveniently steps away.

Subsequent, go to Drive Shack, the place you’ll be able to drive golf balls with online game elements at each station. Good for a lot of ages, it options 3 ranges with personal bays that embody desk service with a full bar and menu.Plus, it has an overhang if rain develops so that you’re lined, rain or shine.

Lastly, head to the airport and plan your return journey to check out all the opposite issues to see, do, style and discover in Palm Seashore.