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FUTURE

TRAVEL TRENDS

After cancelled trips and postponed celebrations, travelers are ready to make up for lost time and go big to put themselves first and get the travel experience they deserve. Over the next year, 40% of U.S. travelers are more willing to treat themselves and spend money on their next trip. From indulging in luxurious experiences, to upgrading on rooms or flights, to visiting a bucket-list destination, will be

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all about splurging on the things that make a trip go from good to great.

The study also revealed that travelers between the ages of 18 and 34 are the most likely to go big, while Gen-X travelers are the most likely to splurge on a high-end restaurant.

Going big doesn’t just mean taking a bucket-list trip. In the coming year, American travelers are going

Travelers aren’t just craving new tastes and places, they’re also yearning for the feeling of being excited and exhilarated once again.

after their greatest of all time trip by stepping outside their comfort zone and immersing themselves in a destination, culture, and experiences completely different to their own.

From trying food they’ve never eaten before and experimenting with local delicacies, to attending a local music event and seeking out off-the-beaten path experiences and destinations,

U.S. travelers have a renewed curiosity to learn and experience the world.

Travelers aren’t just craving new tastes and places, they’re also yearning for the feeling of being excited and exhilarated once again.

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Restaurants Tutto Fresco Sizable, elegant Italian restaurant with upmarket entrees, steaks, outdoor dining & a full bar.

1401 NE Indian River Dr, Jensen Beach, FL 34957 Phone: (772) 781-5136 | Web: dolphinbar.com

Castaways Gastropub Bustling tavern offering bar grub such as pizza & burgers, plus craft beers & TVs for sports fans.

911 NE Jensen Beach Blvd, Jensen Beach, FL 34957 Phone: (772) 618-3838 | Web:castawaysfla.com

Shuckers Island Beach Resort’s upbeat oceanfront hangout offers American fare, a tiki-syle bar & a big deck.

9800 S Ocean Dr, Jensen Beach, FL 34957 Phone: (772) 229-3006 | Web: islandbeachresort.com

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Dolphin Bar

Lures Bar & Grill

Charming cafe in a house created by movie star Frances Langford that overhangs the river’s edge.

1401 NE Indian River Dr, Jensen Beach, FL 34957

Mellow waterfront bar & grill offering local seafood, an open-air bar & daily happy hours.

3330 NE Indian River Dr, Jensen Beach, FL 34957

Waldo’s Restaurant This laid-back landmark with a distinctive, rustic bar serves seaside fare at poolside tables.

3150 Ocean Dr, Vero Beach, FL 32963

Ristorante Claretta Family-run Italian place serving traditional fare, including homemade pasta, & wine in a warm space.

1315 SW Martin Hwy, Palm City, FL 34990

Harry and the Natives Long-standing eatery serving a simple American menu in funky digs featuring occasional live music.

11910 SE Federal Hwy, Hobe Sound, FL 33455

Pietro’s On the River Polished seaside spot in the Island Dunes Country Club for American & European cuisine.

8735 S Ocean Dr, Jensen Beach, FL 34957

Jan’s Place Sizable servings of breakfast & lunch fare include fresh-baked goods at this simple American diner.

1990 NE Jensen Beach Blvd, Jensen Beach, FL 34957

The Hoffmanns A menu of Traditional German & American fare with wine & beer, & a large outdoor seating area & bar.

3825 NE Indian River Dr, Jensen Beach, FL 34957

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EVENTS Mar 4 Cirque Ma’Ceo Cirque Ma’Ceo is a show that will take your breath away. With a contemporary blend of acrobatics, aerial dance, and equestrian arts, this show is perfect for the entire family. Learn more at treasurecoast.com.

Mar 6 Treasure Coast Garlic Fest Visitors to the Garlic Fest can spend their day enjoying the foods, shopping and exploring the unique arts and crafts, merchandise vendors and live music! Learn more at treasurecoast.com.

Mar 18 Food Trucks On The Square Chow Down Food Trucks will present the Best South Florida’s Gourmet Food Trucks at Tradition Square. They will prepare their best dishes with a wide variety of cuisines. Learn more at treasurecoast.com.

Apr 8 Off-Broadway Weekend at the Treasure Coast Theatre Two Off-Broadway stars bring their one-person shows to the Treasure Coast. Don’t miss this amazing opportunity to see these talented performers in these hilarious shows. Learn more at treasurecoast.com.

Apr 10 Sunday Fest, the NEW place to be on Sunday It’s the NEW place to be seen, have fun, listen to music you know by heart, have a great meal, cocktails too, and put on your dancing shoes. Join us at Sunrise Sands Beach Resort! Learn more at treasurecoast.com.

Apr 30 Treasure Coast Seafood Festival – Vero Beach Calling all seafood lovers! Nothing says Florida like a seafood festival.

They are fun, authentic, and the seafood is fresh, often from local waters.

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Inflation is at a 40-year high and pricing are rising on everything from food, furniture, cars and gasoline. Everyone is focused on getting a better handle on their money. Practical strategies for saving, spending and investing can help you build an emergency fund, lower your debt and find some peace of mind.

Personal financial experts from across the country have some advice on how you can make the current and future years more financially fruitful.

1 Create a budget A budget can involve mapping out your spending each month, including line items earmarked for things like savings and debt repayment. A budget should be flexible, as expenses change over time. A common budgeting approach is the 50/30/20 rule, which devotes 50 percent of your income to needs, 30 percent to wants and 20 percent to savings.

2 Be mindful of expenses Look through your expenses and determine which ones can be reduced or eliminated. Some areas where consumers tend to spend more than necessary include: Food, insurance, mobile service and subscriptions.

Go through your subscriptions and decide what you can live without and cancel them.

3 Start investing with a small amount If you already have emergency savings, consider investing in the financial markets. While it can be risky, it’s possible for this type of investing to outpace inflation, build wealth and save for goals like retirement. Ways people get started with investing commonly include: 401(k), S&P 500 and Mutual Funds. You do not need to have $1 million or all of your bills paid off.

Start with a small amount, and be proactive.

4 Think beyond next year Building a financial plan can help you reach your money goals for now and beyond. Creating a financial plan involves calculating your net worth, income and expenses, and mapping out a savings strategy to reach your goals.

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HOME LIBRARIES

Trends We'’re Watching

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Book lovers with extensive collections dream of having a dedicated home library where they can store all of their books.

Even those who primarily read on digital devices appreciate a quiet, cozy, and designated place to curl up with a good book. If you’ve got a spare room to devote to reading, the sky is the limit. But a home library doesn’t necessarily mean a room exclusively filled with shelves full of books.

If you lack the budget or the real estate to build an aspirational home library with floor-to-ceiling shelves and a sliding ladder, take heart. You can create a home library in any size space, even if it means adding a bookshelf, chaise, and reading light to a corner

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nook in a studio apartment or family home living room.

Check out these inspirational examples of home libraries in a variety of styles that range from modest to swoon-worthy to help you carve out space in your home dedicated to the timeless pleasure of reading.

In this world of laptops, tablets, and smartphones, it’s nice to see people investing in home libraries again.

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EVENTS Enjoy delectable foods of all types cooked fresh onsite. Learn more at treasurecoast.com.

May 6 Treasure Coast Theatre presents The Savannah Sipping Society Four unique Southern women, all needing to escape the sameness of their day-to-day routines, are drawn together by Fate—and an impromptu happy hour—and decide it’s high time to reclaim their enthusiasm for life.

Learn more at treasurecoast.com.

May 27 Live Music Enjoy the Acoustic stylings of some of our local musicians and have a fantastic meal and a drink or two. Learn more at treasurecoast.com.

Jun 9 A Contemporary Summer Cabaret We will be presenting cutting-edge, contemporary selections from current and recent movies and Broadway productions. Learn more at treasurecoast.com.

Jun 10 Cocoa Beach Pirate Festival Dress like a Pirate or come as you arrr! Great foods & beverages, pirate ships, live music & entertainment and much more! Learn more at treasurecoast.com.

Jul 3 The 4th on The 3rd 4th of July party with contest, games, giveaways, raffles, fireworks show, and much more. Hosted by DJ Nemo. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

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PRIDE ALLIANCE OF THE TREASURE COAST Pride Alliance of the Treasure Coast Inc.’s mission is to promote unity within the Treasure Coast by providing activities, resources, and information to the LGBTQ+ community. PRIDEALLIANCEETC.COM | 772.380.3534 THE SANCTUARY OF THE TREASURE COAST Our Mission is to provide a safe, healthy, and nurturing environment to inspire LGBTQ+ individuals and their allies to be themselves, to share with new friends, and to engage in activities which promote and unite our community.

SANCTUARYOFTREASURECOAST.ORG MIDWAY SPECIALTY CARE CENTER The mission of Midway Specialty Care Center, as a not-for-profit clinic, is to provide our patients a comprehensive infectious disease care center, with primary care, and access to behavioral health services, gynecological care and nutritional support.

MIDWAYCARE.ORG CENTERLINK CenterLink is an international nonprofit organization and member-based association of LGBTQ centers and other LGBTQ organizations serving their local and regional communities. Our mission is to strengthen, support, and connect LGBTQ community centers. LGBTCENTERS.ORG TC BOWLING CLUB With this initiative, our goal is to promote great opportunities for those in need. With access to the right resources, people can become empowered by their own abilities and gain the confidence to fulfill their potential.

TCBOWLINGCLUB.COM | 772.380.3533 PFLAG STUART We are a Support Group for Parents, Families, Friends and Allies of the LGBTQ+ community Serving the Treasure Coast. PFLAGSTUARTFL.ORG

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brownstone or a modern clean minimalist glass and pine wood bookshelf, the best part of the home library is how diverse they can be.

Your home library can create warmth, but also allow you to visually escape from all the noise around you. A home library after all is about the books and the knowledge or joy they bring you. The home library has become the focal point of the room it’s in. It is often the center of conversation when someone new walks into the room where it resides.

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DOG GROOMING Bark & Bubbles............................................................................................................. 11 FINANCIAL INSTITUTION Wells Fargo....................................................................................................................2 HAIR STYLIST Caralyn Morgan........................................................................................................... 3 INDIAN CUISINE Taj Mahal...................................................................................................................... 11 LAWN CARE A&M Landscaping & Tree Service.............................................................................. 21 LOCAL GROCER Whole Foods Market........................................................................ back outside cover LUXURY HOME BUILDER BCB Homes............................................................................................................... 8-9 MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sun Grove Montessori School..................................................................................... 17 REALTY Keller William Treasure Coast....................................................................... front cover SECURITY AGENCY Trident Security Agency............................................................................................... 17 TIRES Goodyear..................................................................................................................... 13 URGENT CARE Helix Urgent Care.......................................................................................................... 1 WILDLIFE BOAT TOURS Treasure Coast Manatee Foundation......................................................................... 17

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