Whistler, British Columbia is known as a premier mountain sports destination. But many golf travelers overlook its courses when planning summer and fall golf getaways. That’s a big mistake. The natural beauty of the Canadian Rockies and the charm of Fairmont Chateau Whistler is one of the world’s great travel experiences. http://www.fairmont.com/whistler. “When it comes […]
National Rum Day on Aug. 16 at PGA Commons in PB Gardens
National Rum Day is Aug. 16, meaning it’s another reason for a party at PGA Commons in Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. Rocco’s Tacos, Spoto’s Oyster Bar, and The Cooper, each tucked within PGA Commons, are offering rum-centric drinks to celebrate the day. http://www.pgacommons.com Rum, by the way, is third-most popular spirit in the Unites States. […]
Celebrate National Filet Mignon Day at Okeechobee Steakhouse in West Palm Beach
The iconic Okeechobee Steakhouse in West Palm Beach, on Aug. 13, will offer an exclusive dish to celebrate National Filet Mignon Day. The one-day only special will be a grilled tenderloin topped with Vidalia onion cream alongside roasted rainbow carrots and garnished with a watercress salad, priced at $53.99. http://www.okeesteakhouse.com/ It’s a great way to […]
Mission Inn Resort & Club near Orlando upgrading each of its guest rooms
A comprehensive $3.5-million renovation of 170 guest rooms at Mission Inn Resort & Club is underway at the iconic Central Florida destination, with completion of the phased project scheduled for late December. The four-season historic resort, located in the rolling hills of Central Florida’s Lake County, 35 minutes northwest of Orlando, has classic Spanish Colonial architecture features, […]
Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach set to open in September
Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach, the latest addition to the Conrad Hotels & Resorts growing hotel portfolio, has announced that it will open its doors this September. As the second Conrad property to open in Florida, the hotel will be a 290 all-suite oceanfront resort, situated on Fort Lauderdale’s exclusive North Beach. The Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach […]
The Gardens Mall hosting Marinelife Day on Aug. 19
For the sixth consecutive year, sea turtle lovers will get an interactive afternoon at Marinelife Day at The Gardens Mall in Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. The free family event will be held Aug. 19 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Grand Court, and will spotlight the world-renowned sea turtle and ocean conservation programs […]
Lobster Lunacy at Boston’s on the Beach in Delray Beach
Delray Beach hot spot Boston’s on the Beach has rolled out a lobster special that celebrates fresh-caught seafood, New England-style cuisine, and all the fixings. While supplies last, crustacean lovers can get a steamed. one-pound Maine lobster, served fresh with corn on the cob, red bliss potatoes, lemons, and drawn butter for market price, and […]
Get a taste of France (times four) at The Parisian Restaurant & Wine Bar in Jupiter, Fla.
Here’s a great way ro experience Paris without a passport. The Parisian Restaurant & Wine Bar in Jupiter, Fla., will host a French Wine and Food Pairing Event on Aug. 10 beginning at 6:30 p.m. http://www.theparisianrestaurant.com/ The four-course wine and food pairing dinner will feature exclusive French wines and some of the best French […]
Cooper’s Hawk offering a delicious Happy Hour menu at The Gardens Mall in PB Gardens
Cooper’s Hawk, the terrific new restaurant and wine bar in The Gardens Mall in Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., is serving one of the area’s better Happy Hours – Monday through Friday, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. http://coopershawkwinery.com The tapas-style tasting menu focuses on international flavors, including Over-the-Border Egg Rolls stuffed with Southwest chicken, corn, […]
Butcher Shop Beer Garden & Grill hosting bourbon and beer pairing dinner
Bourbon, beer and meat. It doesn’t get much better than that trio. The Butcher Shop Beer Garden & Grill in West Palm Beach on Aug. 24 will host s bourbon and beer pairing dinner to highlight special selections from the beer garden’s beer and bourbon stock. In partnership with Alltech Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co., […]