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PHOT
OS: THE PALM BEACHES | NIGEL YOUNG | BRUCE R. BENNETT
Escape to Florida’s Cultural Capital THIS WINTER
BY SABRINA PIRILLO
Asofter side of Florida sits along the
uary watch a special one-night performance
ARTISTIC EXPRESSIONS
southeast coast in The Palm
by the songbird who has been regaled as
Famous for its spirited main street, robust Beaches—encompassed by sun-
“America’s favourite mezzo,” Susan Graham;
arts scene and rich culture, Delray Beach is shine and a rejuvenating Atlantic breeze
and, in February prepare for Mozart’s
a sun-kissed seaside village with diverse drifting across 75 kilometres of pristine
comedy opera, Così Fan Tutte.
history. See Florida’s only Japanese cultural coastline and 39 unique cities and towns.
museum, the Morikami Museum and The weather averages 25 degrees Celsius
A MEMORABLE INSTITUTION
Japanese Gardens. Or tour the Delray Beach
year-round, making it ideal for the whole
Winter walking tours are the best way to
Art Trail, which features art galleries, murals family to enjoy outdoor festivals and events,
immerse in the local history, landmarks and
and art installations with bistros and bars.
especially during the winter months.
ART-FILLED ADVENTURES
Enjoy fewer crowds in the palm-lined streets of West Palm Beach. Tropical energy pulses through the vibrant neighbourhoods as art enthusiasts explore abundant cultural venues. Visit the Norton Museum of Art for the fabulous exhibit, A Personal View on High Fashion & Street Style: Photographs from the Nicola Erni Collection, 1930s to Now until Feb- ruary or meander through the museum’s wild side in the subtropical sculpture garden.
A SYMPHONY OF SKILL
Music lovers rejoice with an orchestra of sounds echoing from The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts in West Palm Beach. View the Palm Beach Symphony and enjoy world-class operas performed by the Palm Beach Opera. In Jan-
cultural institutions. At the Henry Morrison Flagler Museum, step inside the 9,300- square-metre Gilded Age mansion to see the exhibit, The Story of Whitehall, a fascinating exhibit of Whitehall’s 120th anniversary on display until December. Marvel at other architectural beauties like historic The Breakers Palm Beach, a luxury resort at the heart of “America’s First Resort Destination.”
THEATRICAL AND
NATURAL WONDERS
Jupiter is popular for its natural scenery, laid back atmosphere and crystal-clear inlets, but visitors stay for the culture. Nature lovers can experience over 5,000 years of regional history at the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse and Museum. In January, thes- pians and theatre lovers can enjoy such performances as the Broadway musical hit Sweet Charity at the Maltz Jupiter Theatre.
CAMERA READY
In the lap of laid-back luxury, Boca Raton blends natural beauty, relaxation and cultural attractions all-in-one. For instance, Mizner Park, a bling-worthy high-end shopping dis- trict, houses both local boutiques and the Boca Raton Museum of Art. See Art of the Hollywood Backdrop, which features large-scale scenic backdrops from Tinseltown’s Golden Age of Hollywood through January. DS
TRAVEL PLANNER
For more information about the cultural scene in The Palm Beaches, see palmbeachculture.com/travel
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