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The 125-mile-long Florida Keys & Key West island chain offers unconventional ways to connect with business colleagues — providing seamless “bleisure” opportunities to extend subtropical midweek business gatherings with leisure stays."Resorts …

Key Largo, the northernmost of the Florida Keys, immediately puts visitors on “island time” with its natural beauty both on land and underwater, and its friendly, relaxed and welcoming vibe. Known as the Diving Capital of the World, the area …

Captains, mates, ladies, juniors and seniors are all eligible to fish the 10th annual Skippers Dolphin Tournament, one of the Upper Florida Keys’ most popular summer fishing tournaments, set for Friday through Sunday, May 31-June 2. Significant …

I.CARE, an Islamorada-based organization dedicated to incorporating recreational divers in activities to restore Florida Keys coral reefs, is to hold its second annual Trash Derby Thursday through Sunday, May 2-5. The event is to mobilize underwater …

Ruled by the natural ebb and flow of the ocean, the Florida Keys backcountry is a realm of natural beauty, tranquil waters and seemingly limitless horizons. Largely unspoiled and teeming with plant and animal life, it’s the perfect spot to escape …

Heralding the start of the much-anticipated Florida Keys dolphin fishing season, the 17th annual Nick Sheahan Dolphin Rodeo is set for Friday through Sunday, May 3-5, in Tavernier. The family-friendly angling challenge is named in honor of Nick …

In today’s fast-paced world, the intense press of schedules and responsibilities — plus the ever-present lure of social media — make it all too easy to get overstressed, overstimulated and overwhelmed.When “real-world” pressures and uncertainties …

Springtime in the Florida Keys & Key West features weather that’s ideally suited for every type of outdoor activity.Throughout the Keys, resorts are undergoing refurbishments and upgrades to enhance visitors’ experiences and stays. In addition, …

When you’re not able to travel to the Florida Keys for the area’s amazing diving, you can experience the island chain’s exquisite underwater world through the free streaming channel and app, FloridaKeysTV, providing hours of quality dive programming …

To celebrate the Florida Keys’ vibrant cultural community and heritage, a recently launched social media trivia competition offers entrants the chance to win a getaway to explore cultural offerings and experiences throughout the island chain.The …

The easy, breezy atmosphere of the Florida Keys carries the sound of music across the island chain, with live musical performances, concerts and music festivals across many genres delighting Keys visitors with a variety of options.While a number of …

The 2024 performing arts season in the Florida Keys & Key West is set to captivate audiences with lively musicals, comedies, dramas and other top-notch performances. Here are some upcoming highlights.Since 1978 The Key Players group has provided …

Trop-rock singer Howard Livingston, son of a Kentucky coal miner, started playing Keys-inspired music only 18 years ago and has just released his 11th album, “House Down by the Sea.”In the Lower Keys, Livingston and the Mile Marker 24 Band are …

Visitors to the Florida Keys can now discover the island chain’s unique eco-attractions and environmental offerings by using the free Florida Keys Eco-Experience Trail pass.The mobile-exclusive digital pass enables users to check in at area …

Jan. 5-6: Fish for Holly Sailfish Tournament. Islamorada. Created to raise money for Keys scholarships and domestic violence initiatives, this memorial tournament honors the late Holly Given, a Keys resident and avid angler. Participants gather at …

Visitors can stroll through spectacular private gardens filled with native Florida plants and lush landscaping while gathering inspiration for tropical gardening Saturday, Feb. 17, during the 43rd annual Upper Keys Garden Walk.Encompassing Key Largo …

Hundreds of college swimmers from around the United States are to meet and compete in the open-to-spectators Orange Bowl Swim Classic Wednesday, Jan. 3, in Key Largo.

Jack Micciche, 28, who owns the funky and eclectic Mother Ocean Key Largo Marine Consignment store with dad Carmine, describes the vintage, quintessentially Keys outlet as “nautical Narnia.”Mother Ocean, which also could be called an adult mariner’s …

Lighted and decorated boats of all shapes and sizes are to illuminate the sparkling waters of the Florida Keys in December, drawing visitors to local hubs and hotspots to watch festive boat parades and revel in the Keys’ holiday spirit.From Key …

Bright and beautifully “belighted” subtropical holidays in the Florida Keys & Key West are filled with warmth, inspiring good cheer throughout the 125-mile-long island chain. From Key Largo to Key West, the 2023 holiday season features spirited …

Runners and walkers of all ages can compete in a scenic bridge race Saturday, Dec. 2, above the Upper Florida Keys and the southeastern edges of the Florida Everglades. The annual First State Bank Key Largo Bridge Run offers stunning land and water …

KEY LARGO, Florida Keys — Light Up Key Largo brings the holiday spirit to the Florida Keys Saturday, Nov. 18, with the lighting of “Holly,” the 45-foot-tall Key Largo holiday tree, and loads of fun activities for kids at the Murray E. Nelson …

Bicyclists are to pedal through the entire Florida Keys island chain along scenic Overseas Highway and Heritage Trail routes during a 165-mile fundraising ride from Miami to Key West. The 20th annual SMART Ride, also called the Southern Most …

KEY LARGO, Florida Keys — A father-and-son duo from South Florida earned top honors at Key Largo’s annual Take Stock in Children Backcountry Challenge that ended Sept. 24. James Hobales, guided by his father, Captain Jim Hobales, took the …

The “Florida Keys Traveler” podcast, a 30-episode series showcasing the continental United States’ southernmost island chain from the early 1800s to the present, has launched globally on more than 25 platforms. The podcast, produced in …

FLORIDA KEYS — As temperatures begin to cool, fall in the Florida Keys & Key West is ideally suited for outdoor festivities and immersive activities, on and in the water and on land. Expanded airline seat capacity, new and newly renovated hotels …

KEY LARGO, Florida Keys — Divers interested in participating in the 25th annual Underwater Pumpkin Carving Contest Saturday, Oct. 28, should pack carving tools along with their dive gear for the quirky event in Key Largo waters.Crafty carvers are to …

Ocean lovers who enjoy diving, snorkeling and kayaking eco-tours can explore and learn about the latest in Florida Keys marine conservation during the annual REEF Fest Thursday through Sunday, Oct. 19-22, in Key Largo.

FLORIDA KEYS - As temperatures begin to cool, fall in the Florida Keys & Key West is ideally suited for outdoor festivities and immersive activities, on and in the water and on land. Expanded airline seat capacity, new and newly renovated hotels …

Parents, kids, grandparents and extended families can explore Florida Keys attractions, tours, nature centers, museums, watersports and other offerings through a value-added program that provides free admission and opportunities for children age 12 …