TeenagersRelocating can be very stressful on everybody, especially teenagers. The high school age is a hard time in anybody's life and when they have to leave everything they know behind, it can cause many issues in their lives.

However, moving with teenagers doesn't have to be so difficult. Getting them out of the house and doing things can help to make the move less stressful, especially if they meet a couple new friends. Here are some of the fun things teenagers can do in Boca Raton, Florida.

Boomers!

One of the top places for teenagers is Boomers. This attraction provides a massive arcade, laser tag, bumper boats, mini-golf, go-kart racing and a huge inflatable water slide. If your teenager has just met a new friend, this might be a great place to send…

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Mizner Tower - Boca Raton Real Estate MarketUnderstanding the real estate market of any area where you plan to purchase a home is very important. Every local market is a little different. South Florida's real estate market isn't the same as New York City or Lincoln, Nebraska. Here are a few things to understand about the market in South Florida.

Growth and Higher Prices

Due to the competition, the South Florida real estate market has seen plenty of growth and surging prices. In October 2013, the average home price increased by over 10%. This is mainly a result of the high competition and multiple bids sellers are receiving.

New Buildings

The tighter market has caused many new homes and condominium buildings to begin development. Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties are seeing new…

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Image Credit: http://www.flickr.com/photos/rorymartin/3747021179/Growth of any city is marked by new home construction and new job opportunities. Boca Raton is certainly growing and has seen both recently.

Potential New Housing Development

A vote will take place soon and the Palm Beach County commissioners will decide if replacing the old Mizner Trail Golf Course with a new housing development is a good idea.

This new development would add 288 new homes to the area and they would be considered golf course property. The golf course closed in 2005, however. The new development would be a mix of townhomes and zero lot-line homes.

However, this development still has to be approved. The Boca Del Mar Improvement Association will also meet with the county parks department to express interest in buying the old golf…

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NightlifeBoca Raton is full of places to enjoy an adult beverage. Whether you prefer a martini lounge or a sport bar, you can find it in Boca. Here are some of the top places for nightlife in the city.

Dubliner Irish Pub - 435 Plaza Real

This Irish Pub is a great place for a Guinness and many other drinks. They serve traditional Irish grub and draw a friendly crowd. Live music is a normal thing found at Dubliner and they also provide plenty of TVs for the big game.

Yard House - 201 Plaza Real

This is a chain, but it's a great choice. They have a huge selection of beers and a menu full of good bar food. The staff knows their products and will help you choose a good beer with samples. The atmosphere is laid-back and they always provide good service.

Vino…

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Luxury Home in The Sanctuary, Boca Raton FLBoca Raton provides some of the most sought after communities in all of South Florida. With boaters, beach lovers and ocean lovers flocking to this area, many of the homes provide at least a view of the water. However, when it's important to find a place with a deepwater dock right outside your back door, you need to know where to look. Here are the top Boca communities on the Intracoastal Waterway.

Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club

Found off Camino Real and located in front of the Spanish River Land, this is the only country club community with both yachting and golf in Boca. A variety of custom homes are found throughout and many include access to the water and the golf course.

Bel Marra

Bel Marra is found between the Boca Keys and the Boca…

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Condo in One Thousand OceanBoca Raton is home to many communities with oceanfront condominium buildings. This area provides five miles of beautiful white sandy beaches and amazing blue ocean waters. Here's where you will find the oceanfront condos in Boca.

Presidential Place

As one of the most prestigious places for an oceanfront condo, Presidential Place is a great choice in Boca. Only 42 residences are found here with five-star amenities throughout. Residents enjoy access to a concierge service, 24-hour valet parking, an exercise room, private cabanas, pool, gated entry and more. Four championship golf courses are also found here, along with tennis courts and a spa.

Luxuria

Another exclusive place for oceanfront living is Luxuria. This is a mid-rise building with many…

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Long Lake EstatesBoca Raton is home to some of the most exclusive communities in South Florida. This city provides many gated communities with Oceanfront Condominiums and golf courses. Whether you prefer a gated community for the privacy or you want to enjoy the golf courses found within many of these communities, you'll find what you're looking for in Boca.

Long Lake Estates

Home to 125 luxury homes with at least on-acre lots, this is one of the most exclusive gated communities found in the area. Two major lakes are found here and some of the older homes are being torn down in favor of newer residences with more space.

You'll discover homes with tennis courts and swimming pools here. Other popular features include wrought iron scrolled railings, circular driveways…

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Golf Community in Boca RatonFlorida is known for amazing golf courses and plenty of golf communities. Boca Raton offers plenty of choices if you want to live near or on a golf course. Here’s an introduction to the many golf communities in the Boca area.

St. Andrews Country Club

Found in the northeastern part of Boca near Clint Moore Road, St. Andrews Country Club is one of the most prestigious communities in all of south Florida. The community has over 700 homes and they are all on 1/2 to 1/3 acre lots. Many amenities are found here, including two 18-hole golf courses, a spa/fitness center and 15 Har-Tru tennis courts.

Woodfield Country Club

This golf community is found in the southeastern part of Clint Moore Road, close to St. Andrews Country Club. Living here provides…

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Photo Credit: http://www.flickr.com/photos/mathias-erhart/8518704710/New Year's Eve is a huge party night and if you plan to enjoy a night out to bring in 2014, you need to make plans soon. It's not too late and there are still great ways to ring in the New Year in Boca Raton. Here are a few of the events found nearby you can enjoy.

New Year's Eve Gala - Starting at 8pm

This Gala will be held at the Eissey Campus Theatre at Palm Beach State College and will features vocalists Seth Muse and Lorrainna Colozza. The music will be big band style and plenty of fun will be provided throughout the night. This is a very popular event, but tickets are still available for around $35 per person.

New Year's ROCK THE BLOCK Party - Starting at 8:30pm

This is the ultimate Boca Raton part held at the Boca Raton Resort & Club. It…

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The Festival of the Arts Boca will be held from March 6th to March 15th and the lineup was recently announced. However, the headliner, which will make two appearances, remains a secret, for now. Rumors have it that the headliner will be announced before the New Year.

Many of the acts from the past will be back including author and historian Doris Kearns Goodwin and trumpeter Arturo Sandoval. Other acts will include many from cirque, dance troupes and more. Some of the acts in the lineup include:

  • Cirque de la Symphonie
  • Arnie Zane Dance Company
  • Anna Deavere Smith
  • Forte
  • Bill T. Jones
  • Geraldine Brooks
  • James Fallows
  • Daniel Levitin
  • Barbara Schmidt
  • David Hold and Josh Goforth
  • Constantine Kitsopoulos
  • And Many More!

The festival…

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