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BOCA RATON VACATION RENTALS, FLORIDA |
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Why Vacation in Boca Raton ? |
| Boca Raton is one of South Florida's most
well maintained cities with easy access to leisure sports,
excellent dining and upscale shopping. Why not pamper yourself
with a fabulous Boca Raton vacation rental? |
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Boca Raton Vacation Rental Information |
Located between Fort Lauderdale and Palm Beach along Florida's Atlantic seacoast, Boca Raton is a prime
vacation destination, which offers a wide variety of Boca
Raton vacation rentals serving the whole region.
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options
- vacation condos, townhomes, villas, houses and more.
1-bedroom and 2-bedroom Boca Raton waterfront vacation condos that sleep
2 to 6 are the most common vacation rentals in Boca Raton. A
luxury condo with tasteful décor, access to club and spa
facilities, a great view of the ocean and private beach access
is a great way to holiday in Boca Raton. You can also choose a
single-story 2 or 3 bedroom villa, a Boca Raton waterfront townhome that
sleeps up to 6, or a larger home that sleeps 8 to 10
people.
Common
amenities in Boca Raton’s vacation rentals include direct
beach access, 24-hour security, heated pools and Jacuzzis.
Often club access with tennis, fitness center and other sports
facilities are included. Most rentals also have TVs with DVDs,
assigned parking, landscaped grounds. Some vacation rentals
have their own dock, making it possible for you to access
several of the area's attractions by boat. Large patios and
balconies offer great views of the ocean and the Intracoastal
Waterway. |
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Special Information for Booking Vacation Rentals in Boca Raton |
| Minimum rentals of 2 or 3 months are common,
though weekly rentals are also available. Off-season rates are
offered from May through October. Most vacation condos are
non-smoking. Check for pet-friendliness. Security deposits and
separate cleaning charges may be requested. |
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Must See in Boca Raton |
The city of Boca Raton echoes
Addison Mizner’s taste and revels in a lush, plush lifestyle.
The Old Floresta Historic District is a small residential area
full of Mizner-designed homes and the old Town Hall, now the
headquarters of the Boca Raton Historical Society, reflects
his Mediterranean Revival style. Boca has 5 miles of sandy
beaches for you to
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and hundreds of tennis courts. It is also known for its
numerous boating and water sports activities on the
Intracoastal Waterway and Atlantic Ocean. |
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Sights and Attractions in Boca Raton |
| Boca Raton Museum of
Art and Boca Raton Historical Society Museum offer a sneak
preview of the rich heritage of the city.
• Boca Raton Museum of Art
• Boca Raton Historical Society Museum
• International Museum of Cartoon Art |
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Outdoor Recreation in Boca Raton |
| Swimming, surfing,
sailing, boating, canoeing, parasailing, jet skiing, fishing,
hiking and biking — these are all great ways to enjoy the
scenic outdoors in Boca Raton.
• Walking, Hiking and Biking
• Fishing
• Water Sports
• Tennis
• Hugh Taylor Birch State Park
• John U. Lloyd Beach State Park
• Pan-American State Park
• Oleta River State Park
• John D. MacArthur Beach State Park
• Everglades National Park
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Golfing in Boca Raton |
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over 20 golf clubs in Boca Raton, most of which are private
facilities. There are several, however, that are semi-private,
resort or public courses. Two excellent golf facilities in the
city are the Boca Raton Municipal Golf Course - Championship
and Executive Courses and the Red Reef Park Executive Golf
Course. Both are located in picturesque spots and offer many
challenges for golfers. The Boca Raton Resort and Club has 2
golf courses, designed by Mizner, where you can test your
golfing skills. Be sure to call ahead for course dress codes
when planning your day of fun on the greens. |
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Boca Raton Fairs and Festivals |
| Be it active
pursuits, fashion, arts or music - Boca celebrates them all in
its festivals!
• Boca Raton Holiday Boat Parade
• Meet Me Downtown Arts & Entertainment Festival
• Boca Festival Days |
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Dining and Nightlife in Boca Raton |
| Boca Raton is a gourmet's paradise, with
hundreds of restaurants both within the resort complex and at
downtown, offering an extraordinary range of dining options
with international influences. A wide variety of international
cuisines, including Greek, French, Italian, Japanese,
Vietnamese and Moroccan are available, as is the continental
favorites.
You can sample a diverse selection of
cuisines in waterfront eateries or opt for fine dining at any
one of Boca Raton's elite restaurants. One of the best
restaurants is La Vieille Maison, which has been serving
French cuisine in Boca for over 25 years now. Fine dining in
Boca and environs is expensive, but there are more economic
options in the food court at the Town Center Mall or at
adjacent Delray Beach. Do not miss the great oyster bars that
serve microbrew beers and wonderful seafood.
Mizner Park is more or less the focal point
of fine dining and nightlife in Boca Raton. Evening activity revolves around leisurely dining or
sipping cocktails in stylish bars like Gigi's Tavern. You can
spend the night at a nightclub playing live music or drink
with buddies at the city’s various taverns and pubs.
If the performing arts are more to your
taste, catch a performance of the Florida Symphonic Pops - a
70-piece professional orchestra. Or, watch a production at the
Caldwell Theater in North Boca Raton. The Caldwell Theatre
Company offers several productions a season for those
interested in the arts. Performances are Tuesday through
Saturday at 8 PM, with select Sunday performances at 7 PM.
Matinees are offered at 2 PM on Wednesday, Sunday and select
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Shopping in Boca Raton |
Enjoy some world-class shopping at Mizner
Park, one of the world’s most exclusive shopping centers.
Characteristically Spanish/Gothic and painted Mizner’s
ubiquitous pink, the centre is a worthy sight even without its
45 specialty shops and half-dozen superb restaurants. This
outdoor mall on Federal Highway is the place to see and be
seen.
Boca's Town Center Mall, with its 7 large brand name
department stores, hundreds of specialty shops and a variety
of eateries, is the area’s most comprehensive shopping center.
The more artsy community of Delray Beach, known by many as
Pineapple Grove, is situated along Atlantic Avenue, east of
Swinton Avenue, where you'll find a few specialty shops and
galleries in a scenic setting. Downtown Boca, near the Federal
Highway and East Palmetto Park Road, is also a great shopping
area where you will find everything, from travel agencies and
beauty salons to clothing and novelty stores. |
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Best Times to Visit Boca Raton |
| Boca Raton enjoys the great semi-tropical climate, typical
of southeast Florida, characterized by pleasant winter months
with hot and humid summer months. Summer temperatures range
from the mid-70ºs to the low 90ºs, though cool breezes keep it
comfortable even when it is hot. Winter temperatures stay
between 57º F and 77º F. Boca Raton does see hurricanes from
late August through November, but ample warning is always
given. Winter is the high season in Boca Raton. It would be wise
to visit in summer if you want a quieter vacation. The fall is
not a popular time of the year because of the
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Time Zone for Boca Raton |
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Getting To and Around Boca Raton |
| Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, Palm Beach
International Airport, Opa Locka Airport and Miami
International Airport are the closest airports to Boca Raton.
The Tri-Rail System serves Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach
Counties. Palm Tran, the local bus system, offers inexpensive
transit around Boca Raton and Palm Beach County, with daily
and monthly-unlimited passes available. Various auto rentals
are also available. |
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