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18 June 2020
AAA Traveler Magazine

The Bridge Through Paradise

The brainstorm of oil tycoon and railroad baron Henry Flagler, the Old Seven Mile Bridge was to serve as the first land route for the railroad from Miami to Key West. Construction began in 1905 and was completed in 1912.
04 June 2020
The Points Guy

13 of the best beaches in Florida

It’s impossible to distill all of the beach options down to a short “best of” list but TPG does have some favorites to share. These are some of the most beautiful places in Florida, and each one is worth taking the time to explore.
01 June 2020
Travel Pulse

How Florida Keys Aims to Keep Travelers Safe Upon Reopening in June

In an interview with TravelPulse, the president of the Monroe County Tourist Development Council, Stacey Mitchell, reassures travelers that the safety of tourists, locals and employees will be the Key’s top priority upon reopening.

29 May 2020
Travel and Leisure

The Best Secluded Beaches in the U.S. (Video)

Dry Tortugas National Park is actually one of the country's least-visited national parks. This beach is only accessible by boat or plane, but the difficult commute is worth the trouble. Gorgeously pristine, blue waters and white sands await you once you arrive at the island park, which is 70 miles off the shore of Key West, where the historic Fort Jefferson still stands.

 
29 May 2020
Conde Nast Traveler

10 Best Hotels in Key West

No matter where you stay, from the moment you arrive, you’ll feel an instant wave of relaxation. No matter what you're after, our editors' guide to Key West's best hotels will help you find it. Read on for a definitive list.
21 May 2020
Association Conventions & Facilities

Florida: Planners Keep the Destination High on Their List

As a meeting destination, Florida avails an impressive variety of backdrops. From awesome to intimate, with locations ranging from sleepy to downright buzzy, there is truly something for almost every style of gathering and budgetary consideration. And, when it’s time for a breather, meeting planners will find Florida replete with water sports options and theme parks, beach combing and wildlife viewing, and a climate that invites al fresco events year-round.
20 May 2020
Forbes

Florida Keys Reopening To Tourism On June 1

But when I saw that the Florida Keys were reopening, it really got my attention for two reasons. First, this is a great and varied destination that fits the bill of what people seem to want right now - almost all of its attractions and much of the dining are outdoors, in beautiful weather and a gorgeous setting.

20 May 2020
Northstar Meetings Group

Guide to Meeting & Event Planning in Florida Keys

Learn why you should host your next meeting, event or conference in the Florida Keys.
13 May 2020
Travel + Leisure

10 Best Secluded Beaches in the U.S.

Beach vacations are wonderful. You get to lay out on the sand, soak in some sunshine, and maybe read a book or take a nice, long swim in the ocean. For many people, spending a day at the beach is a favorite summer pastime.
12 May 2020
American Way

Local Takes: Key West

Key West, the southernmost town in the continental United States, is the end of the line, the last island on an archipelago that stretches 125 miles off the tip of Florida... From a real-life mermaid to a third-generation local (a.k.a. “Conch”), to a larger-than-life drag queen, these three beloved locals show us that there’s more to Key West than its seedy dive bars (though those are fun too!).