Top 7 Reasons Why Key West is an Easy Getaway

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Top 7 Reasons Why Key West is an Easy Getaway

A getaway to Paradise that’s quick, easy, and affordable? Yep, for real. If you’ve been daydreaming at your desk lately about brilliant turquoise waters, spectacular sunsets, partying til the break of dawn, and enjoying a few days filled with sun and fun, then a getaway to Key West may be just what the doctor ordered. Sure there are lots of sunny places to getaway to, so why Key West? For starters, here are 7 reasons Key West is the tropical tops…

1.     Easy Access Flights

Key West is the Southern most point of the Continental U.S., which makes it feel worlds away, but at the same time, it is super easy to get to. You can fly into Miami direct and catch a quick, 45-minute commuter flight from Miami to Key West. You’re in. Easy peasy.

2.     Drivable (and GORGEOUS!)

Not only can you drive to the furthest island in the magical string of Florida Keys, but you are also guaranteed the most scenic drive of your life! SEE: The Most Beautiful Drives in the USA

3.     There’s Even a Ferry!

You can take a ferry from Fort Myers Beach to Key West. Why drive if you can do this? There is plenty of seating, a bar stocked with bevvies, snacks and food, and even multiple TVs in the off-chance the breathtaking view is a bore!

4.     No Passport Required

You can practically throw a stone to Cuba from the island of Key West, yet it is as American as baseball and Apple Pie. No passport or birth certificate required. Just get here. Then party.

5.     It’s Cheap

Come during the off-season and you are guaranteed an unforgettable vacation that won’t break the bank. Hotels, eats, entertainment, and airfare are all on the budget-minded side of the fence. Read through some of the blog entries on this site for some other great, off-the-beaten-path deals and steals. SEE: The Best Things In Life Are Free

6.     Watersports are Safe

Key West is the capital of water sports, for both novices and pros, so everyone can enjoy the magical, aqua waters and feel confidently safe. The sports are all regulated and must pass Key West safety standards.  Check out all the amazing variety of ways you can enjoy the glorious ocean in Key West here: (http://partyinkeywest.blogspot.com/2014/01/key-west-things-to-do-party-key-west.html

7.     The Weather is AMAZING Year-round

That means if you are coming from the land of the ice and snow, you are guaranteed a spectacular,un-filled getaway. And if you are just coming for a quick getaway, the packing is light: flip flops, bathing suit, sun glasses and sunscreen. And of course a couple cute outfits for strolling along Duval Street day and night! SEE: Top bars in Key West

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The 7 Best Things about Key West’s DRY TORTUGAS

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The 7 Best Things about Key West’s DRY TORTUGAS

Picture this: you step onto a sea-plane, where everyone gets a window seat. The plane takes off, and you soar at low heights over the brilliant turquoise waters. Sea and sky is everywhere you look. Then, in the distance, you see the island and a structure emerging like a phoenix from the water: the pentagon-shaped Fort Jefferson, the largest brick building in the Western Hemisphere…

When planning a trip to Key West, be sure to include a day trip to the Dry Tortugas. We promise you it will be a trip of a lifetime.

Here are just 7 reasons the Dry Tortugas National Park is a must-see:

1.     THE SEAPLANE
Just getting there is an amazing adventure! If you’ve never been on a seaplane, this is the trip to

take one. Spot sharks, dolphins, and the "Flats". This is a body of very shallow water only 3-5 feet deep, extending almost 20 miles. This area is part of the National Marine Sanctuary and has incredible marine and bird life. There are many other sights along the route to the Dry Tortugas, including private islands, WWII wreckage, and Marquesas Islands, which is a large circular group of coral islands. The plane makes a smooth landing at Fort Jefferson, where you begin your magical trip of a lifetime. http://keywestseaplanecharters.com/

2.     SNORKELING
Enter an alternate universe under the sea, and enjoy a magical view. Swim among a rainbow of spectacular sea life, see coral-encrusted ship wrecks, a myriad of spectacular fish, moray eels, jellyfish, and more. And you don’t have to be experienced to try it for the first time! Expert guides will be there every step of the way with you, as you leave the mundane behind in exchange for a deep sea or shallow water adventure of a lifetime.

3.     HISTORY & LORE
From history to lore, there are tales to tell about this fascinating fort. For starters, the fort is the
largest brick building in the western hemisphere. The Park is actually a 100 square miles but 98% of it is under water. The 7 tiny islan that make up the Dry Tortugas account for only 97 acres in total. During the Civil War, the fort was used as a military prison for captured deserters. It also held the four men convicted of complicity in President Abraham Lincoln's assassination in 1865, the most famous being Dr. Samuel Mudd.

4. SPECTACULAR WILDLIFE 
Fort Jefferson is a bird-watchers paradise. Rare birds frequent the island due to its central location in the migratory process. Key West Seaplane Charters. Some of the common and rare species you will encounter include: Roseate and Bridled Terns, Masked and Brown Boobies, Red-Necked Phalarope, Red-Footed Boobie, the Caribbean Short-Eared Owl, White-Tailed Tropicbird, Shiny Cowbird and the Golden Warbler.

5. WALKING THE MOAT WALL
The Moat Wall offers an easy hike (0.6 miles) around the fort. Walking the moat wall is a great opportunity to view coral, fish, and other marine life. An amazing excursion that you wouldn’t expect on a tropical island vacation.

6. FISHING
Enjoy casting into the crystal blue waters in a secluded paradise where you can catch an abundant array of marine fish. You can also lobster and spear fish here.

7. CAMPING
If camping is your thing, then add the Dry Tortugas to your camping bucket list. It’s an experience of a lifetime. Imagine sleeping under the stars, on an island 70 miles from civilization, with the warm tropical breezes blowing through palm trees and the ocean waves ebbing and flowing in the night. You will never forget this trip. Camping is limited so make your reservations now.

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