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Island vacations likely bring to mind images of sunny beaches in foreign countries, but there are plenty of great islands in the U.S. While almost every state on the coast has a few islands (even Alaska has over 2,000 off its shores), we have a particular love affair with U.S. islands in the South. Whether…
Popular among many travelers, the islands that make up the Florida Keys are known for their natural beauty and charming, eccentric atmosphere. The coast is surrounded by mangrove forests, sandbars, and offshore reefs, while the main towns of Key West, Marathon, and Key Largo are home to everything from tiki huts to lively LGBTQ+ nightlife.…
The Florida Keys is a 125-mile archipelago consisting of around 1,700 islands, though less than 50 are connected and accessible by the famous Overseas Highway. As you drive from Key Largo to Key West, many of the smaller Keys (technically known as “cays”) pass by in the blink of an eye, while others make a…
Florida’s 1,350 miles of coastline contain some of the country’s best beaches, with velvety sand, clear blue water, and ideal conditions for water sports and wildlife-spotting. However, with picture-perfect beaches comes high tourist demand, and hotel rates often reflect this — especially those at ocean-facing properties with direct beach access and water views. The good…
There’s something very glamorous and carefree about island hopping. You stay just long enough to savor the very best a destination has to offer, then pop over to the next heavenly atoll in the sea. But without proper planning, bouncing around any archipelago can be exhausting — and daunting. For starters, be realistic about how…
