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Florida
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The
fun never stops in the Florida Keys. Although
the Keys are known first and foremost for
their fishing and diving, there is plenty
more to do. You can swim with dolphins,
enjoy a sunset sail, go jet-skiing or rent
a boat and explore islands like Indian Key.
There is also an abundance of art galleries
and museums, and you always have the option
of sitting back in a hammock and sipping
on a pina colada (click here for the recipe)
while you listen to your favorite island
tunes (the last one ranks very high with
visitors and locals alike). Just keep reading.
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Islamorada,
meaning purple isle, has more fishing vessels
per square mile than any other vacation destination
in the world and is known as the sport fishing
capital of the world. Islamorada's Professional
fishing captains can guide you offshore to catch
big game or to stalk bonefish in the Florida Bay
which is known as "the backcountry". For divers,
the waters off islamorada offer choice Florida
Keys reef and wreck diving.
Key Largo is known as the diving capital of the
world and is home to John Pennekamp Coral Reef
State Park, a spectacular underwater park. In
Key Largo you'll find a variety of ways to see
colorful sea life at nearby reefs. For those who
choose to keep their feet dry, glass bottom boats
offer an up close look at what’s underwater. Divers
and snorkelers will find plenty of incredible
Florida Keys reefs and wrecks to explore while
visiting Key Largo, and if tight lines are your
game, the professional charter boat captains will
provide a day of excitement searching for marlin,
dolphin, wahoo or tuna just a few miles off shore.
Another favorite pastime of visitors to the Florida
Keys is shopping. These islands have a wide variety
of stores offering everything from island apparel,
foods, gifts and souvenirs to beautiful artwork
and home decorations.
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After a day of sightseeing and shopping,
be sure and attend "Sunset Fest" at Mallory
Square (north end of Duval). This nightly
event is where both locals and visitors
gather to experience a glorious Florida
Keys sunset while being entertained by musicians
and Key West style carnival acts. As you
watch the sunset to the sound of a piper
playing "Amazing Grace" in the background,
you will begin to understand why locals
refer to the Florida Keys and Key West as
"paradise". Sunset Fest is the perfect way
to end your day and begin your evening.
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