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7/21/2008 LETTER


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Explore West Palm Beach, Jupiter & Miami, Florida (and Beyond)!

   Explore Southeast Florida

Vacation Inn Resort, the finest ownership RV park and campground in southeast Florida, is convenient to the local attractions of West Palm Beach, plus the regional interests in the greater Jupiter, Palm Beach County, and Miami areas. From world famous beaches, to world class shopping, tours, golf courses, professional sports, museums and much more, there's a world of entertainment and activities to explore on and around the southeast coast of Florida.

For more information on what you can expect, we invite you to read about the attractions and visit the websites linked below.


Beaches

Southeast Florida abounds with ocean, brackish water and freshwater beaches that offer a wide variety of recreation.

West Palm Beach, Florida Beaches

Currie Park

Currie Park

Currie Park is set in a beautiful location along the Intracoastal Waterway in West Palm Beach. Enjoy tennis, a playground, fishing pier, plenty of open green space, the Martin Luther King Memorial and all the activities and attractions of the Maritime Museum.

Dyer Park

Dyer Park

Dyer Park is located close to the resort, south of the Beeline Highway. Enjoy a 3.2-mile mountain bike trail, walking and equestrian trails, a 33-acre lake with picnic tables, basketball court, sand volleyball court, softball/baseball and soccer fields, playground, and a radio-controlled airplane facility.

Lake Lytal Park

Lake Lytal Park

This 70-acre park offers multi-purpose fields (baseball fields, t-ball field, softball field) plus tennis, racquetball, handball and basketball courts, children's play areas, rental picnic pavilion, veterans memorial, picnic tables and a 50-meter swimming pool with two-story waterslide and water playground.

Okeeheelee Park

Okeeheelee Park

Enjoy boating, freshwater fishing, waterskiing and canoe, kayak, sail, and paddleboat rentals on Okeeheelee Lake. The park offer recreation areas, including picnic grounds, nature trails, a BMX track (rental bicycles available), nature center, a 27-hole golf course, tennis courts, ball and soccer fields, playgrounds, exercise course, the Pooch Pines dog park and the PBC Jim Brandon Equestrian Center.

Palm Beach, Florida Beaches

Palm Beach Municipal Beach

Palm Beach Municipal Beach

Recently remodeled, Palm Beach Municipal is a popular, pristine beach that offers plenty of "elbow room", a lifeguard, and fine white sand. Restrooms and showers are available. Restaurants are just 1/2 a block away.

R.G. Kreusler Park

R.G. Kreusler Park

A 2-acre park featuring 450 feet of white sand shoreline, R.G. Kreusler beach offers an excellent swimming area with a lifeguard, plus a beach volleyball court, restrooms and outdoor showers. Contact a lifeguard to arrange for use of a beach surf wheelchair.

Jupiter, Florida Beaches

Burt Reynolds Park

Burt Reynolds Park

A beautiful 35.5-acre park with 2000 feet of Intracoastal Waterway frontage, Burt Reynolds Beach is a favorite fishing, water skiing and boating destination. A picnic pavilion may be reserved for groups. Picnic shelters, tables and grills are available. Children enjoy the play area and adults appreciate the benches there. The park offers sand volleyball, horseshoe pits, restrooms and more. It is home to the Loxahatchee River Historical Museum.

Carlin Park

Carlin Park

The sprawling, scenic 120 acres of Carlin Park offer 3000 feet of guarded beach frontage, the Lazy Loggerhead Cafe, an amphitheater for events, baseball and play fields, tennis, volleyball and bocce courts, an exercise course, playgrounds for a variety of ages, picnic pavilions, shelters & grills, restrooms, showers, plenty of parking and more.

Dubois Park

Dubois Park

Covering nearly 19 acres, this beach area provides 1200 feet of water frontage and a fishing jetty. Groups may reserve the picnic pavilion. Families and small gatherings are welcome to use the table picnic areas with grills. A playground, showers and restrooms are available.

Jupiter Beach Park

Jupiter Beach Park

Over 46 acres of family fun spread inland from 1700 feet of beach frontage. Cast a line from the fishing jetty. A group picnic pavilion, picnic tables with grills, volleyball court round out the amenities. Showers and restrooms are available.

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Miami Beaches

Miami Beaches

Take a day trip to Miami, Florida to enjoy a change of pace and scenery at the area's world famous beaches. From a small, intimate beach to the thriving activity of the metropolitan beaches, there's plenty to explore just south of Vacation Inn Resort in West Palm Beach.


Shopping

The east coast of South Florida is a shopper's paradise. From outlet malls to charming shops in historic town centers and along the ocean, you can shop 'til you drop!

West Palm Beach, Florida Shopping

CityPlace

CityPlace

CityPlace combines old-world architecture, gorgeous fountains and charming sidewalk cafes to evoke the atmosphere of European town centers. Shop the famous stores, dine in exciting restaurants, take in a movie at a 20-screen theater or enjoy a thrilling live performance.

Clematis Street & Downtown West Palm Beach Shopping District

Clematis Street & Downtown West Palm Beach Shopping District

Clematis Street in Downtown West Palm Beach, running along the Intracoastal Waterway, is located in the historic center of the city. Enjoy and authentic West Palm Beach experience when you walk along the row of eclectic boutiques, nightclubs, entertainment venues, restaurants, antique shops and historic landmarks.

Palm Beach Mall

Palm Beach Mall

Palm Beach Mall has all the popular shopping favorites, including Macy's, Dillard's, JCPenney and Sears, plus 125 specialty stores, a food court, restaurants, free parking, rental strollers and much more.

Palm Beach, Florida Shopping

Worth Avenue

Worth Avenue

Explore Worth Avenue, which has been providing visitors with some of the finest shopping in Florida for over 50 years. You'll enjoy island charm as you explore the couture houses, art and antiques, jewelry and leather goods, spa services, fine furnishings and great restaurants that lie along the beautiful Atlantic Ocean shore.

Jupiter, Florida Shopping

Abacoa

Abacoa Town Center

The Abacoa Town Center offers the old fashioned charm of a traditional main street providing a pleasing blend of specialty shops and restaurants that have become a part of the culture of the University and Roger Dean Stadium.

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Miami Shopping

Miami Shopping

Take a day trip to Miami, Florida to explore the world of first class specialty shops, outlet malls, and shopping promenades found throughout the city. You'll also enjoy access to world class dining and entertainment during your shopping trip.


Tours

The east coast region of south Florida allows you to explore a unique and diverse world of ecology, history and culture.

Greater Palm Beach, Florida Tours

Aircoastal Helicopters, Inc. Charter Tours

Aircoastal Helicopters, Inc. Charter Tours

Aircoastal Helicopters is a full service helicopter company providing charter flight tour service throughout the region and dinner flights. Enjoy a Palm Beach tour by air in one our premium helicopters, piloted by certified and award-winning operators. The breathtaking bird's eye views will amaze and you'll appreciate the first class service you'll receive throughout your tour experience.

Lion Country Safari

Lion Country Safari

Take four mile safari drive through seven locale-themed parks that are home to over 800 wild birds, reptiles and mammals from all over the world, including the Las Pampas grasslands of South America, India's Gir Forest, and the Ruaha wilderness, the Kalahari Bushveldt plateaus, the wildlife-laden Gorongosaof, the Serengeti Plains, and the famous Hwange of Africa. You can also enjoy a walking "Safari World" tour that includes animal exhibits, games, rides, a water play area, the Animal Theater, a restaurant, gift shops, picnic area and much more.

Loxahatchee Everglades Airboat Tours

Loxahatchee Everglades Airboat Tours

Join Loxahatchee Everglades Tours for a fun and thrilling learning experience. You'll glide over the Loxahatchee River's water, which abounds with sawgrass, cattail, water lily, hyacinth and lettuces. Your airboat cruise will give you enjoy plenty of opportunities to spot native wildlife, including alligators, deer, panthers, bald eagles and many other bird, reptile and mammal species. Choose from tours lasting 20-55 minutes.

Mariah Sailing Tours

Mariah Sailing Tours

Three daily scheduled sales aboard the 47-foot catamaran Mariah, certified by the Coast Guard, take up to 49 passengers for a 3.5-hour tour along the Atlantic Ocean coast and into the protected waters of the Lake Worth Lagoon. Tour price includes cold beer, soda, bottled water and snacks. The Mariah is available for charter sailings. The Mariah Safari 40-passenger pontoon boat is also available for snorkeling, sightseeing and kayaking adventures.

Palm Beach Water Taxi

Palm Beach Water Taxi

Palm Beach Water Taxi offers 20-passenger water taxis and a 49-passenger Corinthian Catamaran to take you on scenic cruises around historic Palm Beach, Florida. Departing regularly from the Palm Harbor Marina in West Palm Beach and the Sailfish Marina on Singer Island, you'll enjoy a 90-minute narrated sightseeing tour. Several tour itineraries and private shuttle and tour services are available.

Sawgrass Recreation Park Everglades Tours

Sawgrass Recreation Park Everglades Tours

Delve into the past, present and future of Florida's crown jewel: the Everglades, a rare subtropical ecosystem, with a fast and fun gliding ride aboard an airboat. Enjoy up-close encounters with a variety of wildlife. Your airboat captain narrates the entire journey, leading you to discover the secrets of the homeland of the Seminoles. Custom sightseeing, fishing and recreation tours are available.

Jupiter, Florida Tours

Jupiter Outdoor Center Adventours

Jupiter Outdoor Center Adventours

Go on an "adventour" at the Jupiter Outdoor Center. Kayak the Loxahatchee River and explore historic Trapper Nelson's. Paddle alongside the Blowing Rocks Nature Preserve and enjoy swimming and snorkeling. Take a kayak cruise along the Indian River at Coral Cove Park. Wind your way on water running through mangrove tunnels at the St. Lucie Aquatic Preserve. Each tour provides beautiful scenery and plenty of wildlife viewing opportunities.

Manatee Queen Intracoastal Sightseeing Tours

Manatee Queen Intracoastal Sightseeing Tours

Take a boat tour on waters passing through the highest property values in America, where 10% of the personal wealth in the U.S. resides. Choose from Tours of Jupiter Island and the Loxahatchee River, where you'll learn a bit about the region's history and lore as well as enjoy plenty of opportunities for viewing wildlife. Special tours include PGA events, sailboat regattas, NASA launches and more. Charter tours are available.


Golf Courses

Southeast Florida is a golfer's paradise, offering dozens of world class golf courses.

West Palm Beach, Florida Golf Courses

Okeeheelee Golf Course

Okeeheelee Golf Course

This municipal championship golf course offers 27 holes of prime golfing at reasonable rates. In addition to the course, you'll enjoy access to a driving range, 30,000 square foot putting green, and chipping, pitching and bunker practice areas.

The Breakers Rees Jones® Golf Course

The Breakers Rees Jones® Golf Course

The Breakers Rees Jones® Course offers one of the prime golf courses in the southeast U.S. From the impeccable new-classic design of world renown golf course architect Rees Jones, this Breakers course offers 7100 yards of par 72 challenge. There's something at this course for every golfer, whatever their level of experience. Work on your game challenging the water obstacles, various pin placements and the well-groomed landings from all tees.

West Palm Beach Golf Course

West Palm Beach Golf Course

Established in 1921 and moved to its present location in 1947, West Palm Beach Golf Course is an 18-hole, par-72, 6759 public course designed by Dick Wilson. Enjoy a game shaded by many trees as you play through rolling terrain to reach the elevated greens. A driving range, large putting area that overlooks the course, bar, restaurant and lessons are available.

Palm Beach, Florida Golf Courses

The Breakers Ocean Golf Course

The Breakers Ocean Golf Course

The Breakers Ocean Golf Course, originally constructed in 1896, was Florida's first 18-hole golf course. Redesigned in 2000 to reinstate the classic golf course feel with modern technology, golfers enjoy 200 more yards of playing length on 140 acres overlooking the ocean, all new putting greens, plenty of shade from palm and tropical flowering trees, challenging bunkers, a 10,000 square foot putting green, and much more.

PGA National Resort & Spa Golf Courses

PGA National Resort & Spa Golf Courses

Since 1981, the PGA National Resort Golf Courses have been a major golfing draw. Experience Florida's prized golfing tradition at courses at five premier, tournament-quality golf courses designed by the legends of golf, including Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus and Karl Litten. Enjoy the wide variety of challenging layouts, including the "Bear Trap" of the 15th, 16th and 17th holes of The Champion Course.

The Links at Madison Green

The Links at Madison Green

This demanding, enjoyable 7051-yard championship golf course was designed by architect John Sanford and offers challenging play for all levels with four additional sets of tee boxes. Enjoy the serene south Florida setting during your game and the full chophouse menu, casual elegance and relaxing country club atmosphere of the restaurant.

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Miami, Florida Golf Courses

Miami, Florida Golf Courses

If you just can't get enough golf, take a day trip to Miami to work on your game at a wide range of golf courses found in the area. Even Miami Beach has its own golf course, and it's the only public course in the continental U.S. to use prime Paspalum grass. Come play some of the most challenging and highly rated courses in the world with a day trip to Miami, Florida.


Professional Sports

South Florida offers a variety of professional sports, including:

Greater Palm Beach, Florida Professional Sports

The Honda Classic (PGA Golf Tournament)

The Honda Classic (PGA Golf Tournament)

Founded in 1972, this PGA Tour Golf Tournament has been played at the PGA National Resort and Spa since 2007. It is part of the PGA Tour's "Florida Swing" that includes the Bay Hill Invitational and the CA Championship. Watch the pros play for a total prize of 5.5 million dollars. This tournament benefits the Nicklaus Children's Health Care Foundation.

Saint Louis Cardinals Spring Training (MLB Baseball)

Saint Louis Cardinals Spring Training (MLB Baseball)

The Saint Louis Cardinals are part of the "Grapefruit League" during the spring training season and shade the facilities of the Roger Dean Stadium with the Florida Marlins. You can watch both teams go through their paces at this 7,000-capacity stadium that offers four major league practice fields, eight minor league practice fields, and is surrounded by palmetto and oak trees.

Miami, Florida Professional Sports

Florida Marlins (MLB Baseball)

Florida Marlins (MLB Baseball)

Miami Dolphins (NFL Football)

Miami Dolphins (NFL Football)
         

Florida Panthers (NHL Hockey)

Florida Panthers (NHL Hockey)

Miami Heat (NBA Basketball)

Miami Heat (NBA Basketball)


Museums

There are plenty of opportunities to broaden your mind at the variety of museums of southeast Florida.

West Palm Beach, Florida Museums

Historical Society of Palm Beach County

Historical Society of Palm Beach County

The Historical Society of Palm Beach County is housed in the historic 1916 Courthouse in downtown West Palm Beach. Step back in time and explore South Florida's history of natives, pioneers, famous personalities, infamous hurricanes and more through a variety of exhibits and collections that include over one million photographs, hundreds of postcards, architectural drawings, manuscripts, diaries, and maps.

Palm Beach Maritime Museum

Palm Beach Maritime Museum

The Palm Beach Maritime Museum offers fascinating collections and exhibits ranging from artifacts from the Battleship Maine to a reconstruction of John F. Kennedy's Bunker on Peanut Island, originally built by the SeaBees as a nuclear war contingency facility during the Cuban Missile Crisis. Explore a living reef and learn about the challenges of keeping the waters clean in this major shipping lane.

Palm Beach, Florida Museums

Flagler Museum

Flagler Museum

Learn about modern Florida from its origin, when industrialist Henry Flagler brought railroads, then luxury hotels to the state and established tourism as a primary industry. Discover the Gilded Age in one of its ultimate representations: Whitehall, the palatial mansion home of Henry Flagler from 1902 until his death in 1913. Audio, self-guided and docent-led tours take you back in time to turn-of-the-century Florida.

Jupiter, Florida Museums

Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum and DuBois Home

Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum and DuBois Home

The Loxahatchee River Historical Society operates the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum and DuBois Home, which offers visitors the chance to explore the history of the area between the headwaters of the Loxahatchee River and the Jupiter Inlet. Climb the historic 1860 lighthouse. View the indoor and outdoor waterfront museum exhibits and store at a newly restored WWII barracks building. Step back into Florida's pioneer days with a tour of the DuBois Home.


Additional Attractions

South Florida abounds with a variety of activities, entertainment and more!

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