Several parts of the South Island are without power this morning as destructive winds and heavy rain hit the region this weekend.

They found Carmel-by-the-Sea. This storybook village sits right on the Pacific Ocean. Fairy-tale cottages line streets that curve like they were designed by someone who never heard of straight lines.

On beautiful days – which, let’s face it, are plentiful in Jupiter – the outdoor seating areas become prime real estate, offering diners the chance to enjoy their meals under the shade of palm trees ...