The Florida Keys
A coral cay archipelago
At the Southern Coast of Florida
Florida Keys
The Florida Keys have become a popular destination for Americans looking for a tropical vacation without leaving their own country. The Florida Keys can be considered the American Caribbean and features all the same amenities as other island destinations such as world class Florida Keys fishing, scuba diving and snorkeling, boating, sailing, kayaking and eco-tours.
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Key West
Key West is the last Florida Key linked by the Overseas Highway. This small island paradise has been host to spongers and wreckers, drug runners, fisherman, and even the United States Navy. Over the years, Key West has evolved into a wealthy little tourist town. The island spans only two by four miles and has a population of approximately 27,000 full time residents.
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Big Pine Key
One might say that there’s not much going on between the Seven Mile Bridge and Key West, but that’s just the way the Big Pine Key residents like it. This 30-mile expanse is arguably the most spectacular stretch in the lower Florida Keys. Between Key West and Marathon there are no shopping malls, no fast food restaurants, few buildings but here you will find plenty of water.
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Marathon Key
Marathon, Florida is considered the heart of the Florida Keys because of its location in the middle of the Florida Keys island chain. The area of Marathon consists of many Keys or islands starting with Long Key, the Conch Keys, Duck Key, Grassy Key, Boot Key, Crawl Key and Pigeon Key. Marathon is separated from the Lower Florida Keys on the south end by the Seven Mile Bridge.
Islamorada
Islamorada is a short drive down the island chain from Miami and mainland Florida. The ‘Village of Islands’ boast the largest Florida Keys fishing fleet and one would guess that being dubbed the "Sport Fishing Capital of the World" makes that possible. Islamorada means "purple isles" and from a look around at the resorts and shops you can indeed see what they are talking about.
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Key Largo & Upper Keys
As you drive south from Miami, the first area you encounter is Key Largo, the longest, largest and easternmost island of the Florida Keys chain. The Florida Keys are measured in terms of Mile Markers and Key Largo extends from MM 90 to MM 106. To the north of Key Largo is Florida Bay and to the south are the Florida Straits and the Atlantic Ocean. Key Largo is home to two state parks.
Alonso & Berlin’s Lobster House - Key West
A&B Lobster House combines the best of Key West tradition with the latest in culinary innovation. Savor the elegant atmosphere and spectacular views of the Key West Bight, while enjoying the exceptional menu and large selection of boutique wines. This restaurant has been serving up gourmet seafood for decades at its harbor front location.
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Pierre’s Lounge & Restaurant
Islamorada
In July 1999, Pierre’s Restaurant was opened. This two-story plantation house is very much like the Moorings Village across the road as the restaurant’s exterior resembles the old colonial style residences found in West Africa, but its interior reflects different cultures from around the world. Pierre’s Restaurant is a sparkling white two story plantation house facing the Florida Bay and breath-taking sunsets.
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Ciao Hound Restaurant
Islamorada
Good Food. Great Friends. Ruff Life. Ciao Hound Italian Kitchen & Bar pairs authentic Tuscan flavors with fresh Keys-sourced ingredients and Rat Pack-era tunes. Open for dinner daily, Ciao Hound's menu highlights include Sweet Pan-Seared Florida Shrimp with Creamy Polenta, Grilled Mahi-Mahi Puttanesca and Garlic-Rosemary Basted Tuscan Sirloin Steak.
Livin’ on Key West Time
A day exploring Key West by bicycle. Key West, a beautiful place for its wooden houses on stilts and soft colors, is a cruise port that can be accessed through the Overseas Highway Florida. Key West is known for its coral reefs making it a favorite destination for diving and snorkeling. A place full of charm, with many places of interest and with the best sunset in the world.
Key West Best Diving
These waters are home to a variety of fish, birds and reptiles which lurk among the interconnecting channels
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