Having a bucket list of things you’d like to experience in life is a wonderful way to nurture an adventurous spirit. At The Islands of Islamorada, we strive to provide you with a vacation filled with relaxation and opportunities to explore the unique environment of The Florida Keys. In both pursuits, we encourage you to experience items that may be on your personal bucket list. Here are some of our favorites.
1. The Best Diving and Snorkeling
The Florida Keys is home to the only living coral barrier reef in the United States, making it an ideal scuba diving and snorkeling destination. Our concierge coordinates boat trips from the on-site marina to the best places off Islamorada to spot fish, coral formations, barrel sponges, eagle rays and turtles. You also can walk out into the ocean from the pristine, white sand beach that fronts The Islands of Islamorada to see all the amazing marine wildlife.
2. Swim with Dolphins
Speaking of marine wildlife, we can arrange for you to experience the most memorable animal interactions. Just a three-minute drive from The Islands of Islamorada is Theater of the Sea, a small, family-owned marine park. Enjoy dolphin, sea lion, and parrot shows; meet sea turtles; and ride in a bottomless boat. For many, the highlight of their visit is swimming with dolphins, sea lions, stingrays or sharks.
3. The Ultimate in Sport Fishing
The Florida Keys is widely known as a premier destination for flats fishing, a popular type of angling in shallow water with a flat bottom, usually in saltwater. Anglers enjoy the challenges of grass beds, bars, channels and vegetation when trying to hook exotic fish. The Islands of Islamorada offers easy access to flats fishing, and you also can park your boat at our marina. We also arrange charters for offshore fishing at your convenience.
4. Crack Open a Cold One
Only 2 miles from our location, Islamorada Beer Company and Florida Keys Brewing are the perfect destinations to relax and unwind with unique, island spirits. From the heart of the Keys, they set out to make quality local craft beer with the drinkability that complements the tropical lifestyle. If you don’t feel like leaving the comfort of our property, stop by the waterfront bar and try them at your convenience, as well!
5. Try Kiteboarding
The same clear, shallow water is ideal for kiteboarding. Also called kitesurfing, this adventure sport is sure to get your adrenaline flowing! To try it, you’ll stand on a wakeboard or surfboard and wear a harness that connects to a specially designed kite. The kite catches the wind, giving you the power to move across the surface of the water. Advanced riders can perform tricks with their wakeboards.
6. Sunset Celebration Cruise
In The Florida Keys, we celebrate each sunset as we ease into the evening’s activities. What better way to watch the sun slip beneath the horizon than on a relaxing cruise? Sunset cruises come in many forms — from romantic, champagne voyages to family sailings. Allow us to book a memorable experience for you with trusted local companies that will dock at our private marina.
7. Indulge in Pampering
Let us help you escape to a sanctuary of relaxation and rejuvenation with private spa services in your home. Trusted local spa experts offer treatments such as massages, facials, makeup, and hair with a view of the bright blue ocean. Take time for yourself and enjoy this relaxing experience.
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