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Travel News From The Florida Keys & Key West |
August 2009 |
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Fearsome fanged vampires, wicket vixens and villains of all sorts are set to prowl the streets of Key West Friday, Oct. 23, through Sunday, Nov. 1, during the island city's annual Fantasy Fest celebration.
This year themed "Villains, Vixens and Vampires," Fantasy Fest offers 10 days of masquerade balls, offbeat galas and other delights including a wacky costume challenge for pets, the lavish Pretenders in Paradise costume competition under the stars and a rollicking Masquerade March through the quaint streets of Old Town Key West.
The festival frolic climaxes in a glittering grand parade set for Halloween night. Traditionally featuring elaborate floats, exuberant marching bands and costumed dancers, the parade is to be led by vivacious vixen Bridget Marquardt, star of television's "The Girls Next Door" and "Bridget's Sexiest Beaches."
Internationally recognized for its uninhibited flair and lighthearted spirit, Fantasy Fest draws crowds of revelers each year eager to shed their real-world personalities and live out their fantasies in historic, offbeat Key West.
To join the Keys' wildest party, click here.
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Womenfest Key West Set For Sept. 8-13
Thousands of women are expected to flock to Key West Sept. 8-13 for the 23rd annual Womenfest in the island city known for its all-welcoming diversity. Join the fun by clicking here.
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Two-Wheel Tour Taking Islamorada By Storm
Bicyclists, outdoor enthusiasts and history buffs can learn about the Upper Keys' early years while getting some exercise and sunshine on the free Islamorada Historical Bicycle Tour. For two-wheel tour details, click here.
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ARTS & CULTURE
Just over two miles west of Marathon, nestled beneath what is now called the Old Seven Mile Bridge, lies the historical treasure known as Pigeon Key. Click here to "visit" the five-acre island and its fascinating museum.
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DIVING
The 210-foot Adolphus Busch, the largest wreck available for sport diving in the Lower Keys, is a popular stop on the Keyswide Wreck Trek and a relatively easy introduction into wreck diving for the novice. For more on this intriguing dive site, click here.
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FISHING
Fall fishing tournaments in the Florida Keys are known to attract some of the best anglers in the world to compete for legendary trophies. "Hook" the upcoming tournament highlights by clicking here.
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"KEYS VOICES"
Entering her 31st year in the scuba diving business, Amy Slate has not lost an ounce of her undeniable enthusiasm for diving, ocean preservation or the Key Largo community she has called home since the 70s. To meet this dedicated diver and resort owner, click here.
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Through
Aug. 9
in Key Largo
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Key Largo Food & Wine Festival
This nine-day event focuses on food and wine in Key Largo. Art, wine, food, wine education, cookbook signing, wine dinners, free-pour wine events, progressive dinners, and a great time round out this festival. For a schedule of events, click here.
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Aug. 7-8
in Marathon
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"The Puzzle Platoon"
Marathon Community Theatre presents its summer reading series with Mark Dunn's "The Puzzle Platoon" directed by Eric Rolfe. Tickets are $10, with show time at 8 p.m. Call (305) 743-0994 or click here.
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Aug. 7-9
in Key West
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Key West Lobsterfest
Festivities include Friday's Lobsterfest "Duval Crawl," a street fair and free concert Saturday and a Sunday lobster brunch. Contact (305) 294-2000 or click here.
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Aug. 28-30
in Islamorada
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Islamorada Swordfish Tournament
Anglers are to compete to catch swordfish, a fish species that has recovered to healthy populations off the Keys. This modified release tournament benefits the International Game Fish Association. Contact Captain Richard Peeples at (305) 282-1006 or e-mail here.
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Sept. 1 - Nov. 1
in Key West
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"I'm Just Mild About Harry"
Key West's political history is highlighted at the Little White House, where Truman spent many working vacations during his presidency, through a series of notable political cartoons. 111 Front St. Call (305) 294-9911 or click here.
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Sept. 12
in Islamorada
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Third Annual Forgotten Soldier Outreach Benefit
This family event is hosted by the Zane Gray Lounge at the Worldwide Sportsman, mile marker 81.5, from noon to 4 p.m. Attractions include a kids' fishing tournament on the dock, face painting, a dunk tank, live music and a celebrity bartending event with silent and live auctions. A memorial service on the water for all fallen soldiers is scheduled at sundown. Contact (561) 248-6064 or e-mail here.
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Sept. 17-20
in Marathon
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50th Annual Marathon International Bonefish Tournament
Some of the best bonefish anglers anywhere are to stalk the ghost of the flats in this all-release spin and fly event, one of the longest running tournaments in the Keys. Contact (305) 743-9424 or e-mail here.
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Sept. 17-20
throughout
the Keys
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Peterson's Key West Poker Run
Motorcycle enthusiasts from around the U.S. are to travel the Keys' scenic Overseas Highway from mainland Florida to Key West to raise money for charity. Stops are arranged throughout the Keys. Click here.
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Sept. 18-20
in Key Largo
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Take Stock in Children Backcountry Challenge
Anglers are to fish for snook and redfish to benefit the statewide scholarship program. Contact Dave Andrews at (305) 304-3938 or e-mail here.
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Sept. 23-27
throughout
the Keys
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Florida Keys Birding & Wildlife Festival
Held at the peak of fall birding season, this event includes an opening reception, dinner, presentations, an environmental fair and Keyswide field trips focusing on education and conservation as they relate to Keys birds and wildlife. Contact (305) 872-0774 or click here.
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