ABOUT THE KEYS

The keys lie just below the mainland of Florida. To get here, you'll need to fly into one of the mainland airports, either Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood International or Miami International…

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Cars For Your Keys Road Trip

Whatever your destination in the keys, one thing is certain, you're going to be traveling on the Overseas Highway. The views are breathtaking as you drive over the 43 bridges, including the…

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Coastal Entertaining

  If you're having friends over and want to decorate, avoid going over the top. Think less Spongebob - more elegant island escape. Make it casual and comfortable with just a…

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Boat Names

  Why Do Boats Have Names?  Historically, ships were given names for logistical regions. People needed to be sure they were talking about the same thing. Giving ships specific names, ensured…

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FLORIDA KEYS CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Fantasy Fest is the keys version of Mardi Gras, but more hedonistic, Bike Week nearly rumbles the islands away from their moorings and the giant annual nautical flea market brings…

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Music Playlist

No road trip is complete without the right music. By the way, whatever happened to Blind Melon? Download these from your sharing site. We mixed in obscure Jimmy Buffett from…

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Vacation Rentals

  The Keys have plenty of hotels, motels and resorts, but if you are planning on traveling with a group, you may want to consider a vacation rental. It’s a…

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Keys Attractions

  The Keys are a very unique place to visit with lots of history. The islands lie along the Florida Straits, dividing the Atlantic Ocean from the Gulf of Mexico.…

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Movies, Books and Videos about the Keys

  [one_half padding="0 50px 0 20px"] The solitude and natural beauty of the keys have been inspirational for many artists and writers. Ernest Hemingway was a struggling author, who found…

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Dive Shop Directory

Plan your next dive trip in the keys. The operators listed here all offer trips to various popular dive sites. Many also offer Scuba certification training. Be sure to check…

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Back Country Fishing Charters
Backcountry Fishing Guides

Back Country Fishing Charters

  The tranquil Florida Bay, known as the "Backcountry", is home to Bonefish, Redfish, Permit, Sea Trout, Snook, Redfish and giant Silver King Tarpon. This is great fishing on light…

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Fishing the Florida Keys

  The Florida Keys are a very diverse place to fish. You can fish year round, but what you fish, often depends on the season. The beauty of the islands…

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Recreation in the Florida Keys

[one_half padding="0 50px 0 50px"] Key Largo John Pennenkamp Coral Reef State Park 102601 Overseas Highway, Key Largo (305) 451-1560 Just one percent of this park is on dry land.…

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Hotel Review – Kona Kai, Key Largo

  Tranquilty In The Gardens- Kona Kai Resort Looking for romantic getaway, look no further than Kona Kai's exclusive adult only resort. The property was the vision of of a couple…

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Hotel, Motel and Resort Directory

  Find the perfect place to stay. Click on the links below to vist the sites directly. Upper Keys [one_half padding="0 20x 0 0px"] AMY SLATE’S AMORAY DIVE RESORT 104250 Overseas Highway…

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Know Your Keys Cocktails

  The keys are known for their iconic cocktails. The hot tropical climate and beautiful sunsets go perfectly with a refreshing drink. Rum is often the key ingredient because rum…

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Restaurant Directory

  Family recipes that are decades old, fresh Florida seafood, key lime pies - one thing's for sure, it's that food in the Florida keys - is a serious affair.…

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The Islamorada Bar Crawl

  Looking for keys nightlife? Start in Islamorada where there are plenty of hot-spots in close proximity to one another. It's the perfect night out after a day on the water,…

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