Stretching four fabulous blocks from South Ocean Blvd. to Cocoanut Row on Palm Beach island, it's one of the world's most exclusive shopping districts. The Avenue boasts a sumptuous mix of more than 200 world-famous specialty shops, posh department stores, gourmet restaurants and art galleries.

Worth Avenue is the Rodeo Drive of Palm Beach. Even if you're only window shopping, the beautiful, Spanish-influenced architecture designed by Addison Mizner in the 1920s is evident everywhere on the avenue itself and along the many charming little "vias" that meander away from it. For serious shoppers, some recommended shops along Worth are Martha Phillips, for casual clothing and couture; the Esplanade, where you can find handcrafted gold jewelry; and Elizabeth Wood, for a warm climate wardrobe. Fine cashmere and cotton can be found at Via Flora, and sunglasses to die for at Friedrich's Optik. Try Mariko for high-end costume jewelry. Though it's just off of Worth Avenue, make sure to stop by Deja Vu, a second-hand clothing shop where you can find a great Chanel bag or a "pre-owned" Vera Wang evening dress at bargain prices. Besides, who knows who wore it last?     --Martha Visser