The Florida Keys are a tropical island chain known for clear water, coral reefs, beaches, wildlife, and unforgettable road‑trip views. This category features the best things to do, beaches, state parks, snorkeling spots, and hidden gems across Key Largo, Islamorada, Marathon, the Lower Keys, and Key West — perfect for travelers looking for adventure, sunshine, and classic island vibes.
Packing for the Florida Keys seems like it should be extremely easy: You open up your suitcase and throw in shorts, shirts, bathing suits and you’re good to go. And that’s fine, but you’ll want to expand your packing list to suit the Florida Keys environment. Between the sun, the heat, the humidity, the saltwater, […]
Consider this Florida Keys Travel Guide your cheat sheet for planning a great vacation in the Florida Keys. If you’ve never been to the Florida Keys before, planning a trip there can be daunting, so we wrote this guide to cover everything you need to know. The best places to stay, top things to do, […]
You’ve booked your Key West vacation; you go online and, wow! There’s so much to do, where do you begin? Here, you begin here with our handy Key West vacation checklist. Included in our list are excursions and places to visit that have that definitive “island vibe”. What is island vibe you ask, well, you’ll […]
I know how it goes; you’re planning your Florida Keys vacation and as you’re doing your research you discover how much there is to do in the Keys. You can’t possibly fit it all in on your allotted number of vacation days. Let us present to you a Florida Keys Checklist. These are the places, […]
This guide covers the best beaches in the Florida Keys – from Key Largo to Key West – including public beaches, state parks, snorkeling spots, and little known local favorites. There’s plenty of adventure to be had in Florida, but sometimes you just want to take it easy and find one of the best beaches […]
Seven days in the Florida Keys will fix whatever ails you and consider this Florida Keys vacation itinerary the cure. If you need to relax, there’s miles of coastline, hundreds of charter boats to relax on, and some of the calmest waters imaginable running through mangroves. If you’re ready to adventure you can scuba, parasail, […]
About Windley Key Fossil Reef Geological State Park Nature trails, history, and rocks? Actually, it’s fossilized coral and it formed thousands of years ago when the sea levels were much higher and the Florida Keys were under water. Located near Islamorada, Windley Key Fossil Reef Geological State Park, whew, that’s a mouthful, is a great […]
A common question for travelers who have never been to the Keys is where to stay in the Florida Keys. If you’re unsure of how long to spend there, check out our Seven Days in the Florida Keys Itinerary post. The Florida archipelago consists of a 126-mile string of islands surrounded by turquoise water under […]
Three days in Key West is the perfect way to experience the island’s colorful history, laid‑back energy, and unforgettable sunsets. From iconic landmarks like the Hemingway Home and the Key West Lighthouse to ocean adventures, beach time, and lively nights on Duval Street, this itinerary gives you the best of the island without feeling rushed. […]
What is Pigeon Key Pigeon Key is that small island on the west side of the Seven-Mile Bridge that you pass while you’re speeding down the Overseas Highway on your way to Key West. What you might not know about is the big part that this small island played in the construction of, not only […]
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