Palm Beach, Florida: “America’s Best Place to Live” & Playground for the Rich, Famous and Powerful

Palm Beach, FL, often just referred to as "Palm Beach Island" or simply "The Island", is situated on a barrier island along the Atlantic, just east of West Palm Beach and across the Intracoastal Waterway, is a refined coastal enclave blending historic elegance, luxury living, and cultural richness. The town was largely influenced by Henry Flagler, one of the world’s wealthiest men at the time. He shaped much of the island’s historic architecture with his hotels. Another great influence came from Addison Mizner, an unknown architect at the time. After his first successful project, the renowned Everglades Club, he went on to design many of the Mediterranean Revival & Gilded Age estates.

In 2003, Robb Report named Palm Beach “America’s Best Place to Live".

Known as “America’s First Resort Destination” and a timeless haven for America’s elite—both old and new money. The town is experiencing a shift, with younger affluent families reshaping its traditionally older demographics. Old-money traditions meet new wealth, crowding of celebrity estates alongside world-class cultural institutions

Today, with its upscale shopping, oceanfront resorts, Gilded Age architecture, and vibrant arts scene, Palm Beach remains a top-tier destination for affluent travelers and retirees. Worth Avenue is frequently compared to Rodeo Drive and Fifth Avenue—A-list shopping at its finest.

Continuing the tradition of being a Winter Haven for the Rich and Famous, the islands population quadruples in winter, with over 25,000 seasonal residents. So, whether you're admiring grand estates, lounging on pristine beaches, or strolling Worth Avenue, the island offers timeless glamour with modern sophistication.

Notable residents, include:  

Julia Koch, Thomas Peterffy, Stephen Schwarzman, Abigail Johnson, Dan Gilbert, Henry Kravis and Kenneth Griffin. 

Other notable figures include musician Rod Stewart and singer Jimmy Buffett. Additionally, the area attracts various celebrities and high-profile individuals, like: Sylvester Stallone, Jon Bon Jovi, Ellen Barkin, George Hamilton, James Patterson, Malcolm Glazer, E.F. Hutton, John Kluge, Estée Lauder, Leonard Lauder, Nelson Peltz, Sean Hannity, Mehmet Oz, Howard Stern, Wilbur Ross, Paul Tudor Jones, Vera Wang, Joseph E. Widener,

President Donald Trump, along with his wife Melania and son Barron, also resides at Mar-a-Largo, located on Palm Beach Island.