When you think of the Florida Keys, you think of two things, Key West and Jimmy Buffett, but there is so much more to the Keys than this. Whether on the water or under the water in the Keys there is an abundance of marine life to see. Home to the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, there are over 29 reefs to explore and if beaches are more your style, I promise you that Florida Keys has plenty!
These Florida Keys travel tips will help prepare you for a visit and make the most of all the beautiful area has to offer.
Three Sections to the Florida Keys
The Best Times to Visit the Florida Keys
Leave The High Heels and Ties At Home
The Florida Keys embody a slower pace and a laid-back, casual attitude that carries over to your attire. Almost anywhere in the Florida Keys shorts, T-shirts, and sandals are fine. Toss a shirt or a cover-up on over your bathing suit and grab a bite to eat. It is always best to toss a light rain jacket or an umbrella in your bag for those all too brief afternoon showers. Don’t forget the hat, sunscreen, and after-sun moisturizer to protect yourself from the brutal Florida sun.
Speaking of sunscreen, if you plan to be in the water think about bringing a reef-friendly sunscreen and leaving behind the spray sunscreen. Spray sunscreens are frowned upon on boats because they can make the decks slippery, and could lead to an accident. These sunscreens can also be harmful to the plentiful marine life on the reefs.
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Kurt Jacobson says
good info for when I come to the Keys for the first time
Betsi says
There is so much to do and see in all of the Keys!
Heather says
In March where is a great place to stay. My husband uses a cane so near town would be best for me but can drive if needed. I really like condo or bed and breakfast. Thinking next March.
Betsi says
Hi! I am going to suggest several places. Most are B&Bs.
Key West: http://www.speakeasyinn.com/
http://www.historickeywestinns.com/the-inns/cypress-house/
In Key Largo, there is a fair number of condo rentals. Here is a site that I like: http://www.barefeetrentals.com/
In Marathon I would suggest Tranquility Bay – http://www.tranquilitybay.com/?NCK=3058098253&chebs=gl_tb
Book early as March is a prime month. I know you will enjoy yourselves! The Florida Keys are a fantastic place to unwind and relax.
Ruthann says
=) Very nice!
Betsi says
Thank you Ruthann!
Stephanie says
I need to get away and this sounds like it would be a very nice vacation.
Amy Barseghian says
Very much so!
[email protected] says
You have misidentified the Upper Keys as the Lower Keys (Key Largo, Tavernier and Islamorada. Thought you’d like to know…from a 40-year Keys resident
Amy Barseghian says
Thank you Jackie for alerting us to the typo! We made the change…thank you for reading. 🙂