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Lobster Lovers, Let the Feast Begin!

Early August marks the start of the Florida Keys’ annual commercial lobster season -- so it's time to savor the sweet, clawless local lobsters in restaurants ranging from waterside seafood shacks to gourmet emporiums. Some foodies even design their own “lobster quest" to sample chefs’ crustacean creations at a variety of eateries from Key Largo to Key West.

By |2021-05-13T15:42:51-04:00August 9, 2017|

Five Hidden Gardens Showcase Keys’ Rare Beauty

Experience an in-depth sojourn in the subtropical Florida Keys & Key West, and you’re likely to discover some fascinating indigenous species in hidden, tucked-away gardens nestled throughout the 125-mile-long island chain. Here’s an intriguing look at five gardens well worth exploring.

By |2021-05-13T15:36:02-04:00August 2, 2017|

Simply Saltwater: Florida Keys Water Adventures Beckon

The Florida Keys offer a terrific choice of sea-based adventures that you can discover at your own pace, according to your own energy level. With options that range from paddleboarding to snorkeling, you only need one basic ingredient to have an exhilarating outdoor experience in the Keys: simply saltwater!

By |2021-05-13T15:35:22-04:00June 28, 2017|

‘Keymandments’ Encourage Simply Sustainable Enjoyment

Encouraging environmentally responsible behaviors is vital in protecting the Florida Keys' natural resources — including the continental United States’ only living coral barrier reef. Visitors can share Keys residents' commitment to preserving the unique ecosystem by following the “10 Keymandments.”

By |2017-06-21T17:24:47-04:00June 21, 2017|

A Florida Keys Escape Means Simply Serenity

When work schedules and responsibilities seem especially stressful, the siren song of the subtropical Florida Keys can be almost impossible to resist. And why resist? The inviting island chain offers SO many ways to treat body and mind to “unplugged” relaxation, both on and off the water.

By |2021-03-24T10:42:21-04:00June 14, 2017|

Simply Delicious: Unforgettable Keys Cuisine

Florida Keys diners feast on local fish, shrimp, lobster and stone crab — often flavored with tropical fruits and spiced with influences from the island chain's rich melting-pot history. As well as fueling many local eateries’ success, this simply delicious cuisine has inspired culinary experiences from festivals to classes.

By |2017-06-07T16:52:36-04:00June 7, 2017|

Lionfish: An Incredible Edible Fish

Diners can benefit the ocean environment by ordering lionfish at Keys restaurants, helping to decrease the invasive species' population and minimize its negative impacts. Delicate and delicious, the light white meat of the lionfish tastes much like snapper.

By |2017-05-10T18:31:33-04:00May 10, 2017|

Don’t Call it the ‘Kontch’ Republic

If you want to be mistaken for a Florida Keys resident — or at least a savvy regular visitor — don’t ever say “kontch.” The widely-used word “conch” is pronounced “konk" on the island chain that's proudly known as the Conch Republic.

By |2021-01-17T19:41:19-05:00April 12, 2017|

Eight Great Sites to Do ‘I Do’ in the Keys

The Florida Keys offer wedding sites that can't be found anywhere else in the world, so couples can marry in a venue as memorable as their love. Historic Civil War-era forts, the homes of literary and political legends, and waterfront or even underwater settings are available in the unique island chain.

By |2017-03-01T17:31:28-05:00March 1, 2017|
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