Dreaming of a sun-drenched escape for Memorial Day Weekend 2025? Look no further than the breathtaking Florida Keys, where turquoise waters meet vibrant island life. Imagine celebrating the long weekend surrounded by stunning scenery and endless opportunities for relaxation and adventure. To truly immerse yourself in the laid-back charm of the Keys, consider booking your stay with Coco Plum Vacation Rentals, offering a fantastic selection of homes and condos to...
As you make your way across the Overseas Highway to Marathon, Florida, you’re sure to have boating, fishing, and beaching in your sights. While all that certainly paints the perfect picture of true island living, don’t forget to make a little room in your schedule (and in your suitcase) to find the perfect reminder of The Keys. Though we’re not brimming with commercial development and big box stores, we do...
If you’ve ever dreamed of soaring above the sea like a bird, then you need to check out this parasailing guide. Parasailing is an exhilarating activity that involves being hoisted into the air by a large parachute and then flying for about 5-10 minutes at up to 200 feet in the air. It was first developed in 1961 when an engineer took the time to modify a military parachute. It’s...
If you’re looking for a warm winter destination, the Florida Keys are a great option. With plenty of activities and attractions to keep you busy, you’ll never have a dull moment during winter getaway down south. From lounging in your vacation rental home to hitting the beach, there’s a reason the Keys are so popular with snowbirds looking to escape a northern winter. Here are some tips on how to make the...
Are you passionate about the ocean and its diverse inhabitants? If you enthusiastically answered “YES!” like I do, then you’ll definitely want to visit the Turtle Hospital in Marathon, Florida. The Turtle Hospital has three main goals: Rehabilitate Research Release Unlike a traditional aquarium, the turtles you see at the hospital are at various stages of this three-step process. Specifically, the aim is to keep each turtle for only as...
If you find yourself in the Key West area, you know there are plenty of fun activities from which to choose. When staying at a vacation rental in the Middle Keys, you have access to the entire Florida Keys area right outside of your doorstep. You may want to go snorkeling, you might want to rent a kayak, or you might even want to swing by Key Largo to check out...
You’re driving along the US 1 – one of the most scenic roads in America. The ocean is a crisp blue, the sky is clear, and the locals are casting their rods off the highway all around you. Moments before you hit Seven Mile Bridge, you reach Marathon, Florida. With access to the freshest seafood available, it only makes sense that the local Marathon restaurants would feature fresh sushi on...
The Florida Keys are famous for many things — Jimmy Buffet, key lime pie, and some of the most colorful and breathtaking sunsets you’ll find anywhere in the world! Ok, there’s plenty more the Keys are famous for, but the sunsets really do top the list. One of the best ways to experience this magic is on a sunset cruise. There’s nothing quite a lazy day of sailing over the tranquil...
Although you often remember to pack your sunscreen while preparing for your much-anticipated beach trip (nobody wants skin cancer!), you often forget to pack any sunburn remedies. It may slip your mind because you aren’t expecting to get a sunburn — that’s why you packed the sunblock! However, SPF isn’t foolproof. There are and will continue to be times that the protectant wears off or you don’t get every spot. And...
Sombrero Reef is the largest coral reef in the Middle Keys, and part of the greater Florida Reef system. Located offshore of Vaca Key, Sombrero Reef is accessible by boat from Marathon, and is just five nautical miles south of Pigeon Key. Visitors are welcome to tie-off on one of the 11 mooring buoys on the south side of the reef lighthouse to explore some of the most extensive spur-and-groove...
