Hubby and I are going to Palm Beach

Original post by shamma

Nov 06, 2003 11:29 PM

In December, I need to know what can we do there for fun. I am so excited.

We are staying at the 4 Seasons, I am very excited. I like this place a lot. We stayed at one in Sept of 2001 and now we are doing it again. Yeah!!!!! a mini vacation in the heart of the cold weather.

Here are some pix

THis is where I will be spending most of my time

or here

Sonicstef Posted: Nov 07, 2003 03:02 PM

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PS: That monkey lamp in your room is cool!

shamma Posted: Nov 07, 2003 03:04 PM

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Stef, I will take pix. I do not know if that lamp comes with our room, that was just a room on the site. Hubby said his room last year could hold 10 people and the bed is huge. I guess that is why he missed me so

I will make sure I request the room with the monkey lamp Just so I can have the pix

Claud2001 Posted: Nov 07, 2003 03:14 PM

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Posted by Sonicstef

Are you going to PALM Beach or West Palm? West Palm is pretty much like any florida city...mostly strip malls and building developments, etc. PALM BEACH is a little seperate island or penisula that is inhabited by the very rich....really 'old school' kind of money. You an tour that area to see all the famous peoples houses and there is some nice upscale shops in the main part of town as well.

Stef There is no Four Seasons in WEST PALM As if you even need to ask that question!

My IL's live right near the Four Seasons and each time we pass it...drool...drool...drool!!!
Shamma, I am sooooo jealous (I admit). However, if I were to go there, that means I'd have to visit my ILs, so I guess I'll pass!

Sonicstef Posted: Nov 07, 2003 03:16 PM

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Thats why i asked! I didnt think there would be a 4 seasons there but i just wanted to confirm.

shamma Posted: Nov 07, 2003 03:20 PM

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Now I am confused, where am I going

Sonicstef Posted: Nov 07, 2003 03:32 PM

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You are going to PALM BEACH...trendy, pricey, florida hot spot for the rich and famous.

West Palm Beach is more like a collection of suburbs and strip malls and retirement villages. Not at all trendy, pricey or hot.

shamma Posted: Nov 07, 2003 04:21 PM

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Thanks for clarifying. As you can see I did not get the place clarified just when

JennRenee Posted: Nov 07, 2003 09:46 PM

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Boy, I didn't realize that in order for a vacation to be worth taking it had to be to a trendy hot spot.

I'm very happy going to boring old stip mall infested West Palm and staying for free using my parents' time share.

mlp924 Posted: Nov 07, 2003 09:52 PM

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Looks like a relaxing and romantic time will be had! Enjoy!

Kathy116 Posted: Nov 07, 2003 09:59 PM

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Be sure to take a picture of one of my favorite streets of all time...WORTH AVENUE!!!

Claud2001 Posted: Nov 07, 2003 11:40 PM

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Posted by JennRenee

Boy, I didn't realize that in order for a vacation to be worth taking it had to be to a trendy hot spot.

I'm very happy going to boring old stip mall infested West Palm and staying for free using my parents' time share.

Jenn, you kill me! So, no 'old' money in your family, eh?? Too bad

Sonicstef Posted: Nov 07, 2003 11:48 PM

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I did not say it was not worth taking if it wasnt a hot spot. That is being very unfair. But West Palm Beach is like most other cities in Florida (or in the country for that matter)...malls, housing developments, etc.. I dont think that is an unfair characterization.

JennRenee Posted: Nov 08, 2003 10:33 AM

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But why is it necessary to say? Why does it matter? Why would Shamma or I or anyone else be more or less excited about our vacations depending on the snob factor of the location?

chmlengr Posted: Nov 08, 2003 11:09 AM

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Jenn, I'll take a vacation with you to anywhere!! You're going in January, right? Enjoy!

Claud2001 Posted: Nov 08, 2003 11:33 AM

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I think the original question was asked for the sole purpose of making a distinction between the two places. And, it really shouldn't matter one bit, IMO. The truth is, the *entire* county is seen as 'exclusive.' Palm Beach itself is just one enclave of that county...and yes, the rest of the area may be neighborhoods and developments similar to those we all live in...but, it is considered very desirable real estate, nonetheless.

Diane Posted: Nov 08, 2003 11:40 AM

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That looks nice. What is the name??
I would go anywhere in Fl. in December...trendy or not trendy

june262004 Posted: Nov 08, 2003 02:20 PM

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ummm West Palm Beach is where BMW Mercedes and Lexus has their car dealerships... It might not be 'trendy' but dont say theres no money there.You make it sound like its a crap hole GEEZZ My mom bought her Benz there just so she could have West Palm Beach Plate Frame

Sonicstef Posted: Nov 08, 2003 04:58 PM

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Much like Long Island and Manhattan are different locations - no one better, just different. One would be considered more 'trendy' and one more residential. Does that mean no one should go to LI or rich people dont live there or thats its crap? Of course not, and that is not what i said.

I was purely describing the difference between Palm Beach and West Palm Beach. And there is a huge difference. Im sorry if you inferred that I meant something else but I did not imply it. I was not making a judgement on the place, but a description. And I believe my description was accurate based on being there several times before.

Everyone should enjoy their vacations no matter where it is. There is no need to defend it since I am not attacking it.