I don’t often take press trips, but I couldn’t resist this Florida Keys road trip. Sponsored by The Florida Keys & Key West, the Prime Time in Paradise itinerary had a little bit of everything on a jaunt through the Florida Keys.
Boomer adventure was certainly a running theme! I went deep sea fishing for the first time, kayaked through a mangrove swamp and enjoyed exploring Key West among many other adventures. Check out my Florida Keys Road Trip itinerary to plan your next trip.
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I’ll be adding more great Florida Keys road tripping ideas, including tips from guest writers, because one trip to the Keys is never enough. Be sure to subscribe to the Road Trip Newsletter to be the first to know!
Florida Keys road trip itinerary
After being picked up at the Miami airport, my drive through the Florida Keys officially began in Key Largo. Along the way, I fished out of Islamorado, kayaked at Big Pine Key and roamed the quaint streets of Key West. Don’t ask me how many pieces of key lime pie I ate because I’m not telling!
The Islander Resort, A Guy Harvey Outpost, was my two-night headquarters in Islamorada. And for two nights in Key West, I stayed at The Gates Hotel. When researching lodging, I recommend starting your Florida Keys road trip search at HotelsCombined for the best pricing and location. But always check the reviews at TripAdvisor before booking.
Boomer Fun in the Florida Keys
If you’re in a hurry, the drive from Miami to Key West takes about half a day. But why rush through the fun? I recommend taking your time, stopping for overnight stays at several of the keys. If you do, be sure to add these experiences to your itinerary.
Five Funky Things To Do in the Florida Keys
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Fishing in the Florida Keys: A Boomer Woman’s First Catch
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A Taste of Kayaking in the Florida Keys
Driving over a mile-long bridge that spans cerulean blue water—snorkeling with a multitude of color fish—tasting that first delicate bite of key lime pie—are these the scenes that come to mind when you think of a boomer road trip in the Florida Keys? Those were certainly the images that crowded my mind. And then the folks […]
If You Only Have One Day in Key West
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Tips for a Dry Tortugas National Park Day Trip from Key West, Florida
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Breaking for Spring in the Florida Keys
Does a visit to the Flordia Keys sound like your type of baby boomer spring break? You’re in luck because there’s an expert in the house. Laura Martone, author of the guidebook, Moon Florida Keys, is here to advise us. Be sure to read to the end of the post to see how you can […]
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