This chain of islands lies on 180 km from the southern end of Florida and it is an ideal place to escape the cold season and enjoy the sun and tropical breezes. Beach passionate should reconsider their next plans in case Florida Keys is missing from their travel agenda.

The largest airport in the area is in Miami and it is situated about one hour drive far from the upper keys. It is recommended to rent a car in order to enjoy and explore the area but in Key West is better to use taxi or bus because there are few parking spaces and you can loose too much time.

What you can do or see if you get here:

– visit John Pennekamp Park and go diving to enjoy the coral reefs that house more than 260 species of tropical fishes

– go walking or swimming in the amazing park Bahia Honda

– play with the dolphins when you visit the Research Center from Grassy Keys

– plan a journey in the botanical reservation Crane Point Hammock and a visit to the Natural History Museum from Florida Keys

– go in an ecological tour in Marathon or Big Pine Key. Here you can explore the quiet lagoons by kayak and discover the tropical forests

– visit the famous museums in Key West and the house of Ernest Hemingway, The Maritime Heritage Museum Mel Fisher, Audubon House and Garden and Museum of shipwrecks Key West

– take a flight by hydroplane or a ferry to Jefferson Fort and National Park Dry Tortugas to explore the surrounding islands.

Dry Tortugas

Advices and tips:

– book your holidays early to enjoy a healthy accommodation.

– wear sunglasses, cap and use protection cream for the sun.

– before diving read the rules of the maritime patrol from Florida to avoid any problems.