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A Perfect Weekend Getaway To Key West, FL

A Perfect Weekend Getaway to Key West, FL

Planning your next weekend escape? Key West, FL, is a destination that has something for everyone—beach lovers, adventure seekers, and history enthusiasts alike. This sun-soaked paradise at the southern tip of Florida combines vibrant culture, iconic landmarks, and breathtaking natural beauty. After my weekend exploring Key West, I’m convinced there’s no better spot for the ultimate Florida vacation. Read on for my personal guide detailing how to get to Key West, my stay at the Southernmost Inn, iconic landmarks like…

Exploring Hemingway’s House In Key West: History, Legacy, And Local Attractions

Exploring Hemingway’s House in Key West: History, Legacy, and Local Attractions

Nestled in the vibrant heart of Key West, Florida, stands a home that is not just a structure but a slice of literary history: the Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum. Visiting this iconic landmark was like stepping back in time, into the world of one of America’s most celebrated authors. Located at 907 Whitehead Street, this home is a must-visit for anyone who cherishes literature, history, or just a good story.

My Thrilling Day At The Theater Of The Sea: A Shark And Dolphin Adventure

My Thrilling Day at the Theater of the Sea: A Shark and Dolphin Adventure

When my daughter and I planned our Florida Keys getaway, we knew we wanted to do something unique—something we’d remember for years to come. That’s how we ended up booking a day at Theater of the Sea, a tropical marine park in Islamorada that promised close encounters with marine life, including sharks and dolphins. Little did we know this day would be filled with excitement, awe, and more than a few heart-pounding moments. We decided on day trip from Ft.…

Captain Slate’s Atlantis Dive Center

Captain Slate’s Atlantis Dive Center

Every Friday morning, the team at Captain Slate’s Atlantis Dive Center sets out with a group of visitors to the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary for Captain Slate’s world famous “Creature Feature” adventure dive. For nearly 25 years, Slate has been feeding barracuda, moray eel and nurse sharks in the protected reefs of Key Largo and teaching divers to appreciate these creatures instead of fear them. “It is educational to take first time divers out for the feeds. We touch…

Wild About Dolphins, Wild Dolphin Experience

Wild About Dolphins, Wild Dolphin Experience

"Journey to the Dolphin Playgrounds, snorkel coral reefs and explore the backcountry of Key West." At Wild about Dolphins, you can experience the natural world of the wild dolphins of the Florida Keys. Don't worry about your towels, sunscreen, snorkel gear or drinks, just get your bathing suit and get down to Key West and see the dolphins as you have never seen them before as Captain Sheri Sullenger takes you to see the dolphins in their home. My wife…

Florida Keys Dive Center

Florida Keys Dive Center

In 1983 the Florida Keys Dive Center opened due to the vision of Tom and Pam Timmerman. Their vision was to create a snorkel and dive center that operated with professionalism while providing a fun family atmosphere with an emphasis on dive education. Today, 20 years later, that vision is still alive and every day families are learning to dive and snorkel while enjoying hours of family fun. Just south of mile marker 90 in the Florida Keys lies Tom…

My Experience Of Swimming With The Dolphins In The Florida Keys

My Experience of Swimming with the Dolphins in the Florida Keys

My wife and I took an escape to swim with dolphins in the Florida Keys. I am so thankful we took the time out of our busy schedules as a south florida wedding photographer and my wife as an accountant to do this and enjoy a day together. Swimming with these peaceful creatures was relaxing and rejuvenating. I had planned this for several weeks as a surprise for my wife. We had not traveled anywhere for quite some time. So, why not…

Motorcycle Riding, Beginning To Ride At 40…

Motorcycle Riding, Beginning to Ride at 40…

If you like to drive and being on the open road in a car, then you will love to challenge yourself to ride a motorcycle. At 39 years old, I wanted challenge myself with something new. Why not try to learn to ride a motorcycle and make a special trip on my 40th birthday. So, January 1999 came and the goal was to learn to ride and take a trip from Ft. Lauderdale, Florida to Key West Florida on a…