Photo Courtesy of Ben Hicks via the Gumbo Limbo Nature Center
Situated within Red Reef Park between the ocean and the Intracoastal, the Gumbo Limbo Nature Center is a 20-acre nature preserve teeming with wildlife. Take a stroll along the boardwalk leading to a scenic lookout, relax in the butterfly garden, or observe sea turtles in the rehabilitation facility. With water views, lush landscaping and interesting wildlife, the preserve is a picturesque and laid-back date destination.Photo Courtesy of Mizner Park
A visit to Mizner Park is a laid-back option for the indecisive couple. This expansive lifestyle center serves as the heart of activity in Boca, and there is no shortage of things to do here. Pop in and out of upscale boutiques and designer stores, stop for a bite to eat or a drink, admire artwork at a local gallery, and people watch all the while.Photo Courtesy of Barrel of Monks Brewing
Barrel of Monks proudly brews Belgian-inspired beers to bring the taste of the Old World a little closer to home. Visit and tour their state-of-the-art brewery in Boca to see the process up close and personal — and sample a few brews all the while. Barrel of Monks offers brewery tours on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays at 2:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m., except during special events. There is no reservation necessary for the tours and Groupon tickets may be purchased here.Photo Courtesy of Vino Wine Bar
Wine tasting always makes for a romantic date night activity — especially if it's in a cozy and elegant atmosphere like Vino Wine Bar. Visit this intimate, centrally located wine bar to sample from their collection of over 250 wines by the glass. Their wine list includes a variety of regions, vintages, and varietals to keep your visit interesting. Enhance the experience with a bite to eat, live entertainment, and an overall sophisticated atmosphere. Vino Wine Bar is open Tuesday through Saturday from 5 p.m. to midnight.Photo Courtesy of Boca Raton Museum of Art
Experience the vibrant arts culture of the city with a visit to the Boca Raton Museum of Art. This beautiful museum in Mizner Park hosts a wide range of art in a myriad of styles and mediums, held in both permanent collections and rotating exhibits. Share your favorite pieces with your date as you stroll through the exhibits hand in hand. Keep in mind that the museum is closed on Mondays, and is open from 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays, from 10 a.m.–8 p.m. on Thursdays, and from 12–5 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. Admission is $12 for adults, $10 for seniors 65 and over, and free for members and children under 12.Photo Courtesy of Gary Rack's Farmhouse Kitchen
Gary Rack's Farmhouse Kitchen was cultivated to represent a powerful mission of honoring the environment and supporting local purveyors, upholding the irresistible farm-fresh lifestyle we all crave. The menu was thoughtfully developed to include "just good food" that is made with seasonal, sustainable, and locally sourced ingredients. Choose from an array of delicious appetizers, refreshing salads, hearty handheld options like burgers, sandwiches and wraps, tacos, and entrees from both the land and sea.This health food takeout store aims to make it convenient and affordable to eat healthy, delicious meals. That's why they have carefully designed their meals to be packed full of flavor and void of fats, carbohydrates or calories. The Fit Food Express kitchen prepares fresh meals cooked daily and packaged into microwavable containers for you to take home. They also have an organic smoothie and juice bar on site too! Choose from their selection of smoothies, juices, açaí bowls, and healthy shots.
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Located just off the lively Atlantic Avenue, JuiceBuzz is Delray Beach's first dedicated juice and smoothie bar. Operating under the mantra that "food is medicine," JuiceBuzz serves a variety of cold-pressed juices, smoothies, healthy shots and açaí bowls for on-the-go nutrition. The juice bar is accompanied by a market, featuring a wide range of health and wellness products.Photo Courtesy of Fit Food Express
Fit Food Express serves an array of made-to-order juices, organic smoothies, açaí bowls and shots, all made with organic ingredients. One of their most popular items is the Pretzel Twist bowl, made with almond milk, açaí, kale, cacao powder and banana topped with homemade granola, pretzel, cacao nibs, coconut flakes, peanut butter, and fresh banana slices.Photo Courtesy of The Addison
Valentine's Day is "Better Together" at the Addison. Whether celebrating Valentine's Day with your significant other, or with your closest friends, the Addison has something to offer everyone this year. The private event venue, known for its breathtaking courtyard and unparalleled dining experience, will open its doors to the public for two very special events.
The Addison will offer guests (coupled or not) a four-course sit-down dinner featuring a delicious menu of Addison signature favorites, and will also offer a late-night party for guests to let loose in a luxe club-like atmosphere filled with beautiful décor, live entertainment, and an open bar. Guests have the option of attending one or both events. See more details about these back-to-back events and purchase tickets here.
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Celebrate Valentine's Day under the stars with Oceans 234's special four-course picnic dinner. Simply pre-order your dinner selection from their online catering store in advance. You'll pick up the meal, which includes a tote bag with a blanket and lantern, an appetizer, salad, dessert, bottled water, and a wine selection. Head down to the beach and take in the gorgeous sunset, and your server will deliver your entrees when you're ready for them! This special Valentine's Day experience at Oceans 234 costs $195 per couple.Photo Courtesy of Vino Wine Bar and Italian Kitchen
What's more romantic than wine tasting with your Valentine? Visit Vino Wine Bar and Italian Kitchen to sample from their collection of over 250 wines by the glass. Their wine list includes a variety of regions, vintages, and varietals to keep your visit interesting. Complement your glass with a bite to eat, live entertainment, and the overall sophisticated atmosphere at Vino.Photo Courtesy of Upload Fitness
Launched in 2017, Upload Fitness is an excellent gym providing the very best in studio fitness, group training and personal training — all under one roof. This service-based facility is set up to help members achieve their fitness goals through an unrivaled variety of programs. Their aerobics program maintains a roster of over 200 fitness classes a month, including spinning, yoga, pilates, zumba, HIIT, strength, combat training and more. Experience the top-notch service and pristine facilities yourself by filling out the form on the Upload Fitness website for a free pass!Photo Courtesy of 4U Fitness
4U Fitness takes a particularly unique approach to fitness. They understand that life can be busy and working out can often get pushed to the side on your schedule. But not anymore! Their state-of-the-art technology and team of experienced personal coaches can help you achieve the results you want with only two 20-minute E-Fit sessions per week. With Electric Muscle Stimulation (EMS) training, you can get the results of a 90-minute workout in just 20, and you'll have the assistance of a professional coach to keep you motivated and on track.Photo Courtesy of Sweat Equity Fitness
Sweat Equity Fitness is an eco-conscious fitness center that aims to reduce their carbon footprint by using renewable products and practices and conserving energy with state-of-the-art fitness equipment. Their high-intensity fitness sessions deliver a circuit, station-based, full-body mix of interval endurance and power strength training. The fitness design at Sweat Equity utilizes a wide range of exercise and self-powered cardio equipment for a unique and comprehensive workout that will push you to your max!Photo Courtesy of PumpFit Club
PumpFit Club is a state-of-the-art fitness facility in the heart of Fort Lauderdale. The trainers are the backbone of the club. They work to serve people from all walks of life, from professional athletes looking to improve their cardiovascular endurance to moms trying to get back to their pre-baby body. This upscale boutique fitness studio hosts HIIT group training classes that combine cardio with resistance training to create the ideal metabolic demand for effective long-term fat loss and overall conditioning.Photo Courtesy of G21 Fitness
Escape to G21 Fitness in Oakland Park for a complete luxury experience. This boutique fitness oasis focuses on results and overall wellness, instructed by highly qualified experts. Complete with marble, chandeliers, and wood elements, the modern, sleek and functional facility is equipped with top-of-the-line machinery. This upscale private gym offers competitively priced personal training, group classes, an infrared sauna, stretching and massage services. Plus, G21 Fitness is opening a courtyard/second building in the near future to host Group Training (HIIT) classes in addition to a new parking lot.Photo Courtesy of Biscayne Lady Yacht Charters
Consider taking your birthday party off dry land with Biscayne Lady Yacht Charters. Their fleet of luxury yachts and boats is docked at the Boca Raton Resort & Club. From small groups and intimate gatherings to swanky affairs with hundreds of guests, the fleet can accommodate up to 400 people. No matter the occasion, Biscayne Lady will offer unparalleled luxury, comfort and first-class service to ensure your event goes off without a hitch.Photo Courtesy of Munoz Photography via The Addison
If you've been tuned into the social scene in Boca, it's likely you've attended a party at The Addison, considered the premier event venue in the city. The expert team has full-service event planning capabilities to ensure no detail is overlooked. Plus, The Addison can create a highly personalized menu to suit your taste and budget. No matter which room your event is in, the historic estate setting provides a gorgeous backdrop that will dazzle your guests.Photo Courtesy of Boca Raton Resort & Club
For a diverse array of luxurious settings, look no further than the many event spaces at Boca Raton Resort & Club. This private resort open to members and resort guests only is home to several event venues to suit any occasion, from an intimate dinner party to a grand wedding with hundreds of guests. Choose from waterfront locations, grand ballrooms, poolside bars, lush gardens and more. With an in-house planning service, Boca By Design, the possibilities are endless and the event planning stress is eliminated.Photo Courtesy of The Lakeside Terrace
The Lakeside Terrace is a full-service private lakefront event space that can accommodate any event! They provide everything you might need, including custom catering, bar services, tables, chairs, AV and lighting, decor, staging, a dance floor and parking. Event planning is a breeze with their complete inclusive packages, plus a dedicated event manager. This private, freshly renovated venue is complete with a fully air-conditioned patio overlooking the sparkling lake with brilliant fountains.Photo Courtesy of City Fish Market
In addition to having one of the best outdoor patios in Boca, City Fish Market is an excellent place to host your next party. The restaurant has three private dining venues that can accommodate between 48 and 140 guests. Choose from one of the many menu packages for either sit-down service or buffet-style dining. This airy seafood restaurant is situated along a sparkling lake and has an inviting blue and white interior, which ensures beautiful views no matter where you're seated.