| The Florida Keys are a cluster of islands that | | | | for eco-tourism pursuits such as snorkeling and |
| begin at the southeastern tip of Florida and | | | | scuba diving. Visitors can make their way to the |
| extend westward to the island of Key West. | | | | protected Sombrero Reef to catch sight of one |
| Lying just south of Miami and accessible by the | | | | of the most beautiful sections of the living coral |
| Overseas Highway, there are four sections to the | | | | barrier reef and a wide variety of tropical fish |
| keys, Upper Keys, Middle Keys, Lowers Keys, and | | | | such as grunts, angelfish, porkfish, and goatfish. |
| Outlying islands, with the first three being the | | | | When you want to escape from the crowds and |
| ones most commonly visited. Whether you are | | | | take in the quiet serenity of this area, make your |
| searching for warm weather, oceanfront views, | | | | way to the Lower Keys. The Looe Key coral reef |
| or some of the most breathtaking natural beauty | | | | is great for snorkelers and divers while the Key |
| that Florida has to offer, the Keys are bound to | | | | Deer region is perfect for those who want to get |
| drag you away from the mainland for an exciting | | | | back to nature and take a relaxing bicycle ride |
| excursion filled with numerous water activities. | | | | through the area. If you are in search of some of |
| The Upper Keys consists of four communities, | | | | the most gorgeous white sandy beaches in the |
| Key Largo, Tavernier, Plantation Key, and | | | | Keys, Bahia Honda Key has a state park that will |
| Islamorada, with Key Largo being one of the best | | | | take your breath away. For those who need to |
| places to stop for tourist recreation. One of the | | | | scratch their shopping itch, Big Pine Key is the |
| largest islands in the string, this self-proclaimed | | | | main shopping hub and also has easy access to |
| "Diving Capital of the World" has the continent's | | | | the solitude of the National Key Deer Refuge. |
| only living barrier reef on its east side, meaning | | | | At the end of the Lower Keys lies the crown |
| you will find breathtaking coral formations and an | | | | jewel of the area, Key West. Stroll the historic, |
| abundance of marine life. While sport fishing is an | | | | tree-lined streets for views of the gingerbread |
| entertaining prospect for visitors, those who love | | | | mansions; rent a jet ski or boat for an afternoon |
| the outdoors should take advantage of the islands | | | | of fun and excitement; head over to the nearby |
| proximity to the everglades for eco-tours and | | | | Key West Golf Club for a day on the links; or set |
| kayaking adventures through the marshland. | | | | out for a diving or fishing adventure in the crystal |
| Islamorada is located south of Key Largo and is | | | | blue waters that surround the island. You can do it |
| actually a village that encompasses the islands of | | | | all in Key West, and at the end of the day, gather |
| Upper Matecumbe Key, Lower Matecumbe Key, | | | | around for the Sunset Celebration on Mallory |
| Plantation Key, and Windley Key in the Florida | | | | Dock to participate in the spontaneous party. |
| Keys. While these islands are perfect for relaxing | | | | The islands of the Keys have their own distinctive |
| near the aqua blue water or browsing the unique | | | | qualities and you certainly will not want to miss |
| shops and galleries, the area is most commonly | | | | out on the adventure that awaits in the different |
| known as the "Sportfishing Capital of the World." | | | | areas. To experience all these majestic islands |
| If you planned on making your way offshore | | | | have to offer, look into Florida Keys vacation |
| during your Keys vacation for the catch of a | | | | rentals that allow easy access to all the |
| lifetime, then this is the perfect place to try for | | | | attractions you want to visit and are ideally |
| tuna, tarpon, sailfish, and bonefish. | | | | situated near the white sand beaches and |
| Located in the Middle Keys and sitting on | | | | sparkling blue waters of the area. You can soak in |
| numerous islands including Key Vaca, Grassy Key, | | | | the beauty from the comfort of your home |
| Fat Deer Key, and Boot Key, Marathon is | | | | away from home as you realize what it truly |
| considered "The Heart of the Florida Keys." While | | | | means to have a relaxing and enjoyable vacation |
| fishing out of Boot Key Harbor is always popular | | | | near the water. |
| here, some of the waters have been set aside | | | | |