Rain-Proofing Your Girlfriends’ Getaway

You’ve been planning this vacation for months. It’s going to be perfect, just your besties, the sunshine, and the golden sands of The Palm Beaches. The plan is to live in your bikinis, walk the beach in the morning, soak up the sun poolside in the afternoon, and spend nights enjoying the local nightlife. Life is a dream. But into every tropical vacation a little rain may fall. Fear not, because rain never lasts very long in South Florida, and there’s a lot to do while you and your friends are dodging raindrops. Here are a few suggestions.

Visit a spa and rejuvenate

The resort spas in The Palm Beaches rank among the best in the world. Relax in a mineral bath, get that perfect pedicure, or experience an energizing facial with all-natural ingredients. Enjoy a blend of tropical juices over ice and nourish your body and soul. By the time your treatment and time enjoying the spa amenities have ended, the rain likely will have, too. There are spa options for every taste and budget!

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Walk down West Palm Beach Antique Row

There’s a one-mile stretch of a world-renowned street for fashionistas and interior design fiends called South Dixie Highway, where you will find the ultimate collection of exciting antiques and consignment. The West Palm Beach Antique Row Art and Design District has over 40 shops lining either side of the street, filled with furnishings and clothing that will make any home or closet a showcase to be envied. In every store, you’ll find various styles and textures that will fire your imagination.

Enjoy some world-class shopping at the mall

Some of the most affluent addresses in the world can be found in The Palm Beaches. It’s not surprising that the area has some exclusive and exciting places to shop. There are several beautiful malls and store outlets in the area, with The Gardens Mall and Town Center at Boca Raton catering to luxury-minded clientele. The list of stores in either location is in the hundreds, so you and your girlfriends will love a few hours of browsing and buying the finest fashions and accessories.

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Go on an entertaining and delicious food tour

The idea is exciting and simple: take an entertaining tour of various places in The Palm Beaches, where you can learn, laugh and try out a selection of delicious food from a range of local restaurants. Each of the tours will take you to different neighborhoods, show you cozy little corners of the area, and allow you to sample outstanding food and tasty drinks. There’s no better way to learn about the culinary scene and the area – rain or shine! Two options to consider include:

• Craft Food Tours, Delray Beach
• West Palm Beach Food Tours, West Palm Beach

Damn Good Beer Bus Brewery Tours

It works like this: You show up with your girlfriends and get on an air-conditioned bus. The guide takes you to our local craft beer breweries and you get to sample all sorts of premium craft beers. Talk about beer, tour beer, and drink beer. Typically, expect several 4-ounce pours totaling 16-20 ounces at each stop. And it isn’t just any beer, but rather the brew master’s latest creation and a sampling of factory-fresh batches. Visit the website for reservations. You have to be over 21 to ride.

Afternoon showers? Time for afternoon tea!

The fun and tradition of afternoon tea is easy to find in The Palm Beaches. A masterfully steeped cup of tea along with delicious and delicate baked treats makes for an enchanting interlude among friends. Call ahead to reserve a table and enjoy a posh moment of high tea with friends.

• Serenity Garden Tea House, West Palm Beach
• Yaxche Tea Room, Delray Beach
• Tealicious Tea House, Delray Beach
• Flagler Museum, Palm Beach

Take some time for wine

After the tea, perhaps your group will be in the mood for some wine. Expand your palate during a workshop or class at the Virginia Philip Wine Spirits & Academy in the town of Palm Beach. Virginia is the 11th woman in the world to earn the accreditation Master Sommelier, and she’s held several accolades throughout her career, including Best Sommelier USA from 2002-2006, James Beard Foundation nominee for Outstanding Wine & Spirits Professional in 2012 and an Honorary Doctorate of Oenology from Johnson & Wales University in 2015. The academy hosts several classes, workshops and chef series events each month.

Take a walk through a museum

There’s a wide selection of beautiful museums in The Palm Beaches. Take your pick from world-class art, local history, nature and even some oddities like surfing and pinball machines. Explore Arts  & Culture in The Palm Beaches.

iPic Theater, 301 Plaza Real, Boca Raton

This is the theater that is custom-made for girlfriends. Raising the art of moviegoing to a new level, iPic Theater in Boca Raton’s Mizner Park offers large leather-covered recliners, plenty of room for drinks and snacks, and in-theater staff waiting to take your food order. The concession stand features a chef-driven menu of great food, perfect for in-movie dining. A wide selection of adult beverages is available, making this a perfect break while the rain passes.

So when the sun stops shining, have no worries; there are a lot of exciting things to do here in The Palm Beaches. The fun never stops, rain or shine!