10.30.2024

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87º | 20% chance of precipitation

Sunrise 7:40 a.m. | Sunset 6:46 p.m.

Tides | Old Tampa Bay | High: 3:19 p.m. | Low: 8:45 a.m. + 8:20 p.m.

Clearwater Beach | High: 11:34 a.m. + 10:50 p.m. | Low: 5:08 p.m.

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Hello, Palm Beach

The multi-story pink Colony hotel juts into the light blue sky, framed by palm trees and decked out with an American and Florida flags.

The Colony is the pinkest hotel on island. | Photo via @tejasphotos

Ready to live out those “Palm Royale” dreams? The actual Apple TV show might have been shot in LA, but was inspired by Florida’s own Palm Beach. The hedge-covered expansive estates, the luxe threads, and of course, Slim Aarons-esque poolside dreams.

Yep, the eye candy is there for the taking after a straight-shot drive across the state. Don’t forget your best brightly colored dress and fab shades.

📍 Essential info

Drive time from Tampa: ~3 hours 30 minutes

Year city was incorporated: 1911

Est. population: 9,262

🎟️ Experience

Norton Museum of Art

Roam the picturesque,12,000-sqft museum packed with ~1,000 works of art dating from the 18th century to 1960 + a subtropical sculpture garden. Plus, make sure to check out the Women’s Walk recognizing and honoring great women artists throughout history.

Shop on Worth Avenue

Checking out the designers on this strip is worth the trip alone. Think Bottega, Chanel, David Yurman, and pretty much any luxe retailer of your dreams. There’s also art galleries, a needlepoint shop, and a French bakery to pop into between swiping the credit card.

A cheese and herb crusted meal sits next to leafy greens on a white and blue plate reading La Goulue Palm Beach — Settle in for a warm meal at La Goulue Palm Beach.

🍔 Eat

La Goulue Palm Beach

What’s more old school than dinner at a French restaurant? Splurge in true Palm Beach-style with oysters, beef tartare, and champagne aplenty atop crisp white linens.

Hive Bakery & Cafe

We don’t know what’s cuter — the green and white interiors and patio or the gobs of pastries and cakes in the bakery’s dessert case. Stop in for a grilled salmon salad, lobster roll, or all-day breakfast. And make sure to pick up a latte or refresher on your way out to roam the attached boutiques + next-door design store.

🏨 Stay

The Breakers Palm Beach

This Italian Renaissance-style resort calls itself the “original home of R&R.” A longtime favorite of celebs and all kinds of bougie folks, this impressive property boasts a private beachfront, massive indoor and outdoor spa, a beach club, and a golf course. Not too shabby.

The Colony Palm Beach

You might’ve seen this highly Instagrammable property with its light pink facade, white and green umbrella-d patio, and dreamy pastel rooms on your feed. Located right on Worth Avenue, the Colony is close to all the shops, but you might never leave with the standout dining and live music.

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Even more ideas

Asked

When deciding on a road trip destination, what is the maximum amount of time you want to spend driving?

A. 1-3 hours
B. 4-6 hours
C. 6+ hours
D. None, I prefer to fly

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Events

Wednesday, Oct. 30

Sangria and Stories: Mapping the American Sea | 6-7:30 p.m. | Tampa Bay History Center | $20 | Sip on the Columbia’s signature sangria while Rodney Kite-Powell reveals how the Gulf States played a key role in developing the country.

Movie on the Lawn Double Feature | 7:30 p.m. + 9 p.m. | Armature Works | Free with ticket | Grab snacks from Heights Market and bring your blanket for a seasonal showing of “Hocus Pocus” and “Scream.”

Thursday, Oct. 31

Trick or Treat | 4-6 p.m. | Armature Works | Free | Tow the costumed kiddos along to trick or treat from vendors in the market.

Garden Bros Nuclear Circus | 4:30 p.m. + 7:30 p.m. | Raymond James Stadium | $15+ | Spend the holiday weekend immersed in this virtual reality experience packed with breathtaking special effects, arena seating, and concert-style sound.

Friday, Nov. 1

COIN: “I’m Not Afraid Of Tour Anymore” | 7 p.m. | Jannus Live, St. Petersburg | $33+ | You won’t be able to “Talk Too Much” while you’re rocking out at this indie pop-rock concert.

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News Notes

Watch

Welcome home, Stammer. In case you missed Monday night’s game, Lightning fans gave their beloved former captain Steven Stamkos an emotional welcome home even as he took the ice as a Nashville Predator. (WTSP)

Coming Soon

Move over mountain mama. The California-based pizza brand Mountain Mike’s is bringing its 20-inch pizzas, wings, garlic knots, and desserts to Tampa. We’ll keep you posted on a potential opening date in 2025. (Creative Loafing Tampa Bay)

Drink

A new spot to grab your cold-pressed juice is on the way. Pure Green is opening in the EDGE District. In addition to juice, you can look forward to smoothies, toasts, and fruit bowls. Stay tuned for more opening info. (St. Pete Rising)

Ranked

No. 38. That’s where the Burg ranks on WalletHub’s list of the best cities for people with disabilities. The rankings were compiled using factors like the city’s quality of life, economy, and health care options.

Sports

Josh Sperber breaks down the victory and how important this win is to the team. Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews, and more from local experts of the Tampa Bay Lightning with Locked On’s daily podcasts.

Seasonal

Our go-to cold weather hack that works every time? Rechargeable hand warmers and a lightweight puffer vest. The duo keeps us warm all season long without fail.*

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Finance

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City

Keep these deadlines in mind

A pile of household debris following Hurricane Milton. The pile is in front of residential houses on a small grassy area by a road, and vegetative waste is alongside the household debris.

Debris will take some time to remove. | Photo via City of St. Pete

We’re back for our weekly post-hurricanes update. Feeding you the updates, without inundating you with coverage.

We promise it’s helpful news.

Need help clearing out muck or debris from your yard or home? Reach out to the Crisis Cleanup registration hotline at 844-965-1386 by Friday, Nov. 1 for free assistance picking up tree limbs, cleaning out stormwater muck, and picking up debris.
There’s still time to apply for FEMA Assistance. But don’t wait — the deadline to apply for aid for Hurricane Helene is Nov. 27 and for Hurricane Milton is Dec. 11. Both renters and homeowners can apply for aid online, over the phone, or at a disaster center. Make sure to take pictures of ruined items or damage + keep receipts for hotel stays and necessary items.
St. Pete announced that so far, workers have collected 300,000 cubic yards of debris. That’s already more than Irma’s total and the cleanup’s still got a long way to go.

The Buy

A great deal for the holidays ahead — get 18 bottles of wine for $79 plus shipping. Choose from red, white, or a variety pack of red, white, and rosé. Hello, stocked bar for holiday hosting season.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by: Bailey

Anyone else extremely excited for “We Live in Time?” I mean, as excited as you can be to cry your eyes out. Here’s your reminder that the Tampa Theatre is screening the new love story, in case you also want to see Andrew Garfield on a massive screen.

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