I sincerely hope you guys will love this blog post! I LOVE the Florida Keys and I had such an amazing time while there with my sister. I will be writing about everything I did while there. I hope you guys enjoy this easy and straight to point post.
Dinner at Morada Bay Beach Cafe
What is THE FLORIDA KEYS?
The Florida Keys are a string of tropical islands stretching about 120 miles off the southern tip of the U.S. state of Florida, between the Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico. They’re known as a destination for fishing, boating, snorkeling and scuba diving. The southernmost city of Key West is famous for Duval Street’s many bars, Mallory Square’s nightly Sunset Celebration and the Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum.
I was there for 1 week and It was wonderful
ISLAMORADA
Days 1-2
Islamorada is a village encompassing 6 of the Florida Keys, known for their coral reefs. The Theater of the Sea features dolphin encounters.
KEY WEST
Day 3-6
Key West, a U.S. island city, is part of the Florida Keys archipelago. It's also Florida's southernmost point, lying roughly 90 miles north of Cuba.
BOAT RIDES
Days 3-5
We did a few boat tours and It was a blast. Ill add everything on the next few pages.
FOOD
Every Day
I love eating so I have amazing recommendations for where to go and what to eat!
ISLAMORADA
Days 1-2
We arrived in Key West and checked in to Amara Cay Resort : 80001 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada, FL 33036
Lovely resort and a very relaxed feeling! I loved being there and relaxing by the ocean on hammocks and their chairs. The Pool is heated and very nice.
We ate at the Reel Catch that night and It was wonderful especially because it's inside the resort. We ordered some yummy fish tacos, hamburgers, and chicken wings.
Day 2
We went to the Turtle Hospital: 2396 Overseas Hwy, Marathon, FL 33050 the next morning and it was a wonderful experience. it made me so much more aware about our ocean turtles.
We had lunch at the Keys Fisheries: 3502 Gulfview Ave, Marathon, FL 33050 and it was my favorite place from this entire trip. The fish was so fresh and tasted amazing. I also tried their world-famous lobster sandwich and it was perfect too.
We went back to the resort and chilled by the ocean on hammocks, took a very good nap, and enjoyed our evening before heading out to dinner.
Amazing dinner views, the food was great but the view was perfect. Go around 7 PM to be able to stay while sunset happens. Got a yummy salad and a nice hamburger.
After dinner, we went back to the resort and they had live music is playing in the lobby/restaurant area. We went to the pool since it was heated :)
Day 3
We checked out of Amara Cay and It was a wonderful stay. The staff was super friendly and everyone treated us super nice. I would definitely come back to this relaxing resort.
Fun Fact
Amara Cay Resort
They have "sister" resorts so you can visit other resorts while staying there. Also, you can use their bikes, kayaks and paddleboard all included with the resort fee.
Day 3
Key West
We drove to Key West and went to Smathers Beach one of my favorite beaches in Key West. We just swam and played there till we went to Oceans Edge Resort to check in.
SMATHERS BEACH
Oceans Edge Resort
Billed as “Key West’s largest luxury resort” by developer Singh Investors — the property recently opened with 175 spacious suites and rooms and six pools. Three-story buildings in traditional boardwalk resort-style feature white clapboards, wooden porches, and walkways along the water’s edge.
A third-floor web-linked camera is to showcase scenery and boating activity. Spacious units range from 382 to 575 square feet. Suites offer private living rooms, wet bars, flat-screen TVs, local art, and custom furnishings. An on-site marina has 111 wet and 52 dry slips. Watersports, a restaurant, bar, Starbucks, fitness building, and a dog park also are on-site.
Went to a snorkeling/sunset sail with Sunset Watersports. It was amazing, we snorkeled and watched the beautiful sunset on the boat.
For dinner, we went toTiger Bar Exotic Eats which is a modern small plate restaurant inspired by international street food where every guest is treated with the intimacy of a chef's table dining experience. The Food was great and the ambiance was so different I love it.
Day 4
We explored the hotel after a beautiful morning with lots of rain. It was very beautiful. The property is beautiful and clean they also have a free shuttle to the main island which I love it we use both days on our stay.
After we went to Barefoot Billys Dolphin Excursion and I Had a wonderful time with my sister. We snorkeled first and after the beautiful fishes, we found some dolphins! It was my first time seeing them and It was the most beautiful thing ever! They came super close to our boat and I felt like our captain had a lot of experience and patience.
After the dolphin excursion, we went to Sebago Sunset to do a sunset tour with live music, food, and drinks. It was so calm and beautiful. Great food and music. Saw one of the best sunsets on the planet that evening.
We finish our evenig dinning at First Flight Island Restaurant & Brewery which is located in the heart of downtown Key West. It’s well known for being the birthplace of Pan American World Airways since the structure now located at 301 Whitehead St. was the place where Pan Am’s first tickets were sold in 1927.
Day 5
Every time I come to Key West I do the Ultimate Adventure with Fury Key West. It's a 6 hours adventure which includes, Snorkeling, Jet Skii, Banana Boat, Parasailing and a waterpark. It's super fun! Keep in mind you have food and drinks all the time during the day, they have sunscreen reef safe on the boat and you have to take a test to be able to drive the jetski. They also sell you pictures when you go parasailing. It's $40.
For Dinner, we went to one of my favorite restaurants when in Key WestEl Siboney Restaurant Downtown, They offer amazing Cuban food. I love this place too much. Everything you order will be amazing.
Day 6
We checked in to Ocean Key Resort & Spa it has the distinction of having Zero Duval Street as its address. Overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, every room comes with a view. Adjacent to Mallory Square in historic Old Town Key West, we have a long history of hosting artists, authors, and characters of all kinds. You’ll thrive in our wonderfully diverse, positively eclectic, sundrenched neighborhood.
This was such a beautiful resort in the heart of Key West. Watched the sunset from my balcony and it was super peaceful. Went to their pool and walked around their property which was so much fun.
Had dinner at Hot Tin Roof, The food was great and they had an amazing view! Super close to downtown Key West so after dinner we walked downtown Key West.
We left the next day and drove to Miami where we had so much fun for the day till we went on our Airplane.
I would definitely reccomend you to stay in Islamorada for a few days to get to know the upper part of The Florida Keys, then stay a few days down Key West.
Loved every place I stayed in, they were all different but amazing. Here is a recap:
Amara Cay recently reopened after a property-wide overhaul that has transformed the property to an upscale boutique hotel. Renovations included upgrading the 110 suites, enhancing the outdoor amenities and creating an Italian- style eatery. Guests can anticipate daily food and beverage experiences and shuttles to Islamorada’s most popular locales.
Address: 80001 Overseas Highway Islamorada, FL 33036 305-664-0073
Facebook: Amara Cay Resort Instagram: @AmaraCayResort Twitter: @AmaraCayResort
Billed as “Key West’s largest luxury resort” by developer Singh Investors — the property recently opened with 175 spacious suites and rooms and six pools. Three- story buildings in traditional boardwalk resort style feature white clapboards, wooden porches and walkways along the water’s edge. A third-floor web-linked camera is to showcase scenery and boating activity. Spacious units range from 382 to 575 square feet. Suites offer private living rooms, wet bars, flat-screen TVs, local art and custom furnishings. An on-site marina has 111 wet and 52 dry slips. Watersports, a restaurant, bar, Starbucks, fitness building and dog park also are on-site.
Address: 5950 Peninsular Avenue Stock Island, FL 33040
Facebook: OceansEdgeKeyWestHotel Instagram: @oceansedgekeywest
Twitter: @oceansedgekw
Between the variety of things to do around the hotel and quality of services in the hotel, you’ll find your perfect moment every day. Spend a day chilling at the pool before going out to experience Key West’s fabled nightlife.Our oceanfront pool and cocktail bar boasts the most desirable view on the island and offers genuinely friendly service along with culinary delights to match the energy. Oh yes, and liquid. Lots and lots of LIQUID. Exclusively for Ocean Key guests.Our Zero Duval location ensures everything you want to see is accessible by foot or by bike. We highly recommend taking a taxi from the airport or using our valet parking service. Not using a car, while on-island, is easier and faster. Local transportation options are quick, easy and available through our concierge.
Address: Ocean Key Resort & Spa 0 Duval Street Key West, FL 33040 Facebook: Ocean Key Resort & Spa
Instagram: @oceankeyresort
FOOD
Amara Cay - Islamorada
Inside the Amara Cay Resort. Great food and drinks. 80001 Overseas Highway
Marathon
The restaurant is the front house for one of the coast’s biggest fish exporters. Food is literally “fresh off the boat” and the restaurant is famed for its lobster Reuben.
3502 Louisa St. Marathon FL 33050
Key West
Tiger Bar Exotic Eats is a modern small plate restaurant inspired by international street food where every guest is treated with the intimacy of a chefs table dining experience
500 Truman Ave Key West, FL 33040
Key West
It’s well known for being the birthplace of Pan American World Airways since the structure now located at 301 Whitehead St. was the place where Pan Am’s first tickets were sold in 1927. 301 Whitehead St.
Key West, FL 33040
Key West
Authentic Cuban food. If it's your birthday go there. They sing the best happy birthday ever! 900 Catherine St
Key West
Charming seaside eatery with open-air patios serving up a menu of Latin American-style small plates. 0 Duval St, Key West
Islamorada
It’s well known for being the birthplace of Pan American World Airways since the structure now located at 301 Whitehead St. was the place where Pan Am’s first tickets were sold in 1927. 301 Whitehead St.
Key West, FL 33040
ACTIVITIES
Islamorada
Opened in 1986, the Turtle Hospital treats injured sea turtles and, when possible, returns them to the wild. Educational tours introduce visitors to the resident sea turtles and the hospital's curative programs for loggerhead, green, hawksbill, and Kemp's ridley turtles.
2396 Overseas Highway Marathon FL 33050
Key West
Barefoot Billys offers a variety of water sport activities including Island Jet Ski Tours, Dolphin Watch & Snorkel and a Sunset Cruise. In addition, Billy’s also offers rentals for getting around Key West on land and sea.
At the corner of Alberta St. & Seminole St.
Key West
Sebago Watersports offers amazing catamaran and schooner sailing tours! We did the sunset tour. 205 Elizabeth St.
Key West, FL 33050
Key West
Reef Snorkel • Banana Boat • Jet Ski • Parasail • Key West’s Largest Ocean Water Park
0 Duval St, Key West,
WHAT I WAS WEARING
If you loved anything I wore during my trip I'll link it bellow :)