Health + Wellness

The Hurricane Handbook (Pet Edition)

A smart checklist for calm, comfort, and continuity Article by Arsine Kaloustian Hurricane prep in Palm Beach typically includes the usual suspects: water, batteries, tequila. But if your household includes four legs and a tail, it’s time to expand the list. Because whether you’re evacuating or staying put, storm safety doesn’t stop with people. Pet Prep Isn’t Just About Packing Storms can be disorienting for animals: changes in pressure, unfamiliar noise, a flurry of human activity. To...

Local Services

Pawlished & Pampered

Luxe Pet Services in the Palm Beaches Article by Arsine Kaloustian If your pup’s idea of a good day involves treats, massages, and poolside lounging, Palm Beach delivers. From boutique bakeries to bone-shaped swimming pools, here’s how to treat your four-legged companion like the VIP they are. Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming on Palm Beach island pairs salon-style grooming with gourmet, oven-baked treats and tailored nutrition advice. Grab a monogrammed leash while you're there—because style...

Home Services

Giving Yourself Some Grace

How to hold onto the bond beneath the responsibility of caring for an aging parent Article by Arsine Kaloustian There’s a quiet reckoning that happens in your 30s, 40s, or 50s—when the parent who once packed your lunch or steadied your bicycle now needs you to drive them to the doctor, manage their medications, or gently remind them of the date. These moments arrive softly at first, then all at once, until one day you realize: you’ve become the caregiver. For many, this life chapter is...

Sports + Recreation

Altitude Adjustment

A high-flying, air-conditioned antidote to summer meltdowns (yours and theirs) Article by Arsine Kaloustian | Photography by Courtesy of Altitude Trampoline Park It happens every summer. The temperature spikes, the skies darken by 3 p.m., and every parent around here finds themselves asking the same desperate question: Where can I take the kids? When the beach feels like a blow dryer and even your pool has turned to bathwater, the newly opened Altitude West Palm Beach might just be your...

Travel

The Belgrove

A Softer Kind of Luxury for the Modern Family Escape Article by Arsine Kaloustian | Photography by Courtesy of The Belgrove You’ve only just arrived when a member of staff offers you a chilled mango cocktail—bright, refreshing, and unexpected. A moment later, a double-insulated steel water bottle engraved with your name. It’s more than a welcome. It’s a glimpse of what The Belgrove does best: thoughtful details that feel effortless. Because here, nothing is overlooked. Every element has...

Education

The Back-to-School Balancing Act

A Teacher’s Guide to Easing the Transition Article by Jasmine Johnson Whether you're counting down the days until the school bell rings again or wishing summer could stretch just a little longer, you're not alone. As I begin my eighth year as a teacher, I’ve learned that transitioning from summer freedom back into structured routines can feel overwhelming—for both children and parents. One educator whose work continues to inspire me is Charlotte Mason, a pioneering British teacher and author...

Entertainment

Splish Splash

The inside scoop on staying cool with the kids Article by Arsine Kaloustian When the summer heat hits full blast, nothing beats the joy of a midday cooldown. Lucky for local kiddos, many spots don’t just splash—they surprise. From safari-style spray-grounds to lazy rivers, all the squeals, giggles, and soggy shoes a family could want are just a short drive away. Thoughtful extras like shade, seating, and summer programming make them feel a little more Palm Beach, a little less backyard hose...

Life + Culture

Understated Luxury, Unmistakable Value

Southeast Asia’s refined escapes offer rich experiences, elegant stays, and indulgence that quietly outperforms cost. Article by Shift Media Europe may be timeless, but Southeast Asia is electric—a sensory rush of color, flavor, and rhythm. If you’re craving culture, adventure, and exceptional value, it’s time to look east. Whether you're temple-hopping in Thailand, riding the rails through Sri Lanka, or drifting along Bali’s rice terraces, travel doesn’t have to be extravagant to feel...

Food + Beverage

Smoke Show

Ancient techniques, volcanic stone, and a smoky finish—mezcal is back, and it's hotter (and cooler) than ever. Article by Arsine Kaloustian There’s a smoky revolution happening in the world of spirits—and its name is mezcal. For years, tequila’s smoky cousin lived in the background, misunderstood and often misrepresented. But today, this bold agave spirit is experiencing a true renaissance, captivating bartenders, spirit connoisseurs, and curious newcomers with its complex, earthy depth and...

Entertainment

The Mai-Kai Reawakens

The iconic Polynesian palace returns, restored to mid-century splendor and tropical glory. Article by Arsine Kaloustian There are restaurants that serve cocktails—and then there are restaurants that serve legacy. For nearly seven decades, The Mai-Kai in Fort Lauderdale has stood as a hallowed temple of Polynesian Pop, where waterfalls rush beneath torch-lit palms, rum flows like ritual, and time slips away somewhere between the sound of drums and the shimmer of a sequined skirt. But in 2019...