T
he 2024-25 Palm Beach season has come to a close, marked by the return of Mar-a-Lago and President Donald Trump's frequent visits. As a result, retailers, restaurants, hotels, and real estate saw significant business boosts as people flocked to the island. However, concerns about traffic congestion and the potential long-term impact of Trump's tariffs policies remain.

    Town officials faced multiple challenges in addressing traffic, parking, and developer requests, achieving some success but leaving lingering issues for the summer and next season. Our reporters have covered key topics, including:

    Palm Beach is tackling traffic woes with new measures to ease congestion.

    Trump's frequent visits to Mar-a-Lago have had a profound impact on the town.

    The Palm Beach real estate market experienced a "Trump bump" but has since seen increased volatility.

    Other notable stories from the season include:

    A record-breaking retail season brought new shops and strong sales to the island.

    Palm Beach restaurants opened or expanded, earning national accolades.

    Hotels debuted new amenities, earned recognition, and saw growing demand.

    The arts scene flourished with an abundance of cultural events and performances.

    Celebrations of life, love, and milestones took center stage.

    As Palm Beach looks ahead to the next season, it must balance its traditions with the changing landscape.