Sadly, summer is almost over. Maybe you have already taken an awesome summer vacation, but you still want one last getaway to send the season out with a bang. Or, maybe summer got away from you, and you never got the vacation you deserve. Not to worry, we still have Labor Day, and looking ahead to that, may I suggest a fabulous and relaxing staycation (or, if you are not from Florida, a vacation!)…Presenting Palm Beach (a.k.a. the Island)!!
Palm Beach may not be on the top of your staycation list, but it should be. If you live in Florida, well, South Florida, really, you know that October to March/April is season for us. During this time, our friends from the North (Canada and New York) take up residence with us, as do our friends from the South (as in South America). Mix in the Europeans, who also like to come visit us during this time, and you have the whole world in South Florida. This means terrible traffic, packed malls, no reservations at any restaurants, and untouchable hotel prices, especially in Palm Beach. But, in the summer, Palm Beach is essentially a ghost town, and you can have the whole Island (almost) to yourself!
Palm Beach has something for everyone. It has miles of quiet, almost empty beaches, fantastic resorts, great shopping, and lovely restaurants. It is perfect for families and for couples alike. I suggest that you take advantage of the lower rates at some of the Island’s iconic properties for a summer weekend. You can also take my tips and plan a perfect Palm Beach day!
Hands down, the most iconic Palm Beach property is The Breakers, and with good reason; the hotel is historical and beautiful!
When you walk into the lobby, you feel like you have walked into a palace!
The best part about visiting The Breakers in the summer is that the room rates are lower than they are in season, and they usually run summer specials. If you need other options, Eau de Palm Beach (formerly the Ritz Carlton) and Four Seasons are other great beach-front resorts (and are also cheaper than The Breakers). The Brazilian Court Palm Beach is also a great option. It too is cheaper than The Breakers, although it is not waterfront. Another option is to stay on Singer Island.
For your first day in Palm Beach, I suggest getting to the resort early and taking advantage of the resort’s many on-property activities. Florida’s oldest 18 hole golf course is located at The Breakers. They also have 10 tennis courts with professional instructors, a camp for your children, a beautiful and newly remodeled spa, a state-of-art gym that also offers classes, half a mile of private beach, and four pools (a main pool, an adults only pool, and infinity-style pool, and a zero entry pool), five whirlpool spas, and a lot of poolside bungalows that are available for daytime rental. They also offer water sports, including scuba and snorkel tours, kayaking, paddle boarding, and sunset catamaran cruises.
We always designate our first day as pool and beach day! 
In fact, an even better idea is to rent one of the cabanas for the day. Depending on the cabana that you reserve, you get private beach chairs and umbrellas, an air-conditioned living room with TV, music, and a fridge, and a private bathroom and shower. The cabana comes with a fresh fruit plate, water and soft drinks, and a dedicated waiter to take care of your every need for the entire day! 
Don’t mind Chad, he’s just stretching.
The nice thing is that the cabana locks, so you can close it up and head down to the beach, spa, or gym! 
The Breakers has nine property restaurants, but for dinner tonight, consider going off property to Buccan. It is my favorite Palm Beach restaurant, and while you probably don’t need reservations in the off season, you should make them anyway because the place stays pretty busy. You may also want to check out the event calendar for the Kravis Center or the Perfect Vodka Amphitheater.
I am glad you are rested, because on Day Two of your Palm Beach staycation, I suggest that you get in a little bit of shopping and little bit of culture. But before you do all that, do not miss breakfast in the Circle Dining Room.
And, especially, don’t miss this Rose Jam. It is heaven on your lips. The Breakers makes it in-house, and they do not sell it. This jam is the jam. 
After breakfast, your first stop should be to the Flagler Museum. The museum grounds are beautiful, and it is right on the water. It is close to The Breakers and should not take you more than an hour to an hour and a half to visit.
For your next stop, I am going to let you in on a little secret. Just a few blocks north of The Breakers there is a small corner of shops just south of a Jewish temple; therein you will find the BEST consignment shops ever. They are chock full of designers, especially right after season is over. All the Palm Beach society ladies who would not be caught dead in last year’s couture or seen twice in an outfit, empty their closets into these shops. There is Chanel galore and tons of shoes. It is well worth a visit. And, DO NOT even think of skipping the fanciest Goodwill ever. Inside you will find Manolo Blahnik, Jimmy Choo, and Christian Louboutin. I literally cannot even believe I just shared that with you, but you’re welcome. See, it pays to be a loyal reader of this blog!
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After you have had your fill of the consignment shops, head south of The Breakers to the famous Worth Avenue, and stop and gawk at all the gorgeous homes along the way. 
Here, you will find all the couture shopping that your poor little wallet can handle! But, don’t just stick to the main drag. Make sure you explore all the little corners and hallways to find hidden shops and the most beautiful gardens and breezeways. The summer bonus is that the Avenue is mostly empty in the summer, and some of the stores run sales. Also, if you are into antiques and home furnishing, the Island has plenty of shops for you to scour, so give it a Google!
You are probably hungry by now, and that is okay because I am going to suggest that you leave the Island (Gasp! Relax, you are just going over the bridge to the very outer edge of Downtown West Palm Beach) and head over to Serenity Garden Tea House & Cafe for lunch and high tea! But, please, make a reservation, and keep in mind that they are not open on Sundays.
Once you have had your fill of shopping, head back to The Breakers for a late afternoon dip, a round of golf, or some spa time! For dinner tonight, why not try Cafe Boulud at the Brazilian Court Hotel.
After breakfast on your last day, you could check out and stay on the property and enjoy the amenities. If you haven’t already done so, take some time to walk around The Breakers and explore the property.
On your way out of town, I would make two stops. The first would be to the Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens, which is open until 5:00 p.m. on Sundays. You need about 30 minutes to an hour to get through the gardens. Your second stop should be at the Norton Museum of Art, which is also open until 5:oo p.m. You can get through this museum in about an hour and a half. 
Hopefully, after this long weekend, you will feel rested and cultured! I’d love to hear your tips and recommendations for Palm Beach. Also, if you followed this itinerary, I would love to hear your feedback! Send me an email or leave me a comment below.
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