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...
It’s so cliché to flock to Key Largo or Key West for snorkeling and scuba getaways, but those “in-the-know” suggest that the real action lies beneath the surface of the azure waters in the Middle Keys. More specifically the best snorkeling in the Florida Keys is said to be found at Sombrero Beach, on the south side of Marathon. Due to its oceanside location, this is also known to be one of...
Spanning from Key Largo to Key West, the Florida Keys are made up of the barrier island remains of ancient coral reefs and sand bars, including the only living coral barrier reef in the continental United States – the Great Florida Reef. Each year, adventurers from near and far journey to the Keys to explore the reefs on exciting scuba diving excursions. Budding young explorers and those who may have...
The Florida Keys are renowned for their world-class fishing, crystal-clear waters, and abundant outdoor activities. However, rainy days can occur, and when they do, there are still plenty of indoor activities to enjoy. While you might not be out on the water, there are many great ways to make the most of your time in both Marathon and Key West. Explore the best rainy day options and discover how to...
The short answer: stay near Sombrero Beach if you want Marathon’s beach within walking or biking distance. Choose Key Colony Beach for a quiet, walkable small town with canal docks, and Indigo Reef or Coral Lagoon if fishing and an included boat slip come first. For more privacy, look a few miles up the road at Coco Plum or Grassy Key. Central Marathon puts you closest to restaurants, marinas and...
If your ideal vacation involves sun, fun, and your four-legged friend by your side — the city of Marathon, Florida (home of the famed Dolphin Research Center) is calling! This unique slice of paradise in the middle of the Florida Keys is incredibly pet-friendly. With dog-friendly beaches, parks, boat rentals, and restaurants, you and your pup can play all day before retreating to your own private pet-friendly vacation rental. So, cancel the...
Are you planning on taking a Miami to Key West road trip? If so, you probably understand that this drive takes you right through the Florida Keys, which have some of the most beautiful spots in the entire country. You will pass along an overseas highway, go by a handful of famous mile markers, and eventually reach the iconic buoy marker as the southernmost point of the United States. You...
You’ll find Marathon Key in the heart of the Florida Keys. It has easy access as it is conveniently connected to both Key West and Miami via The Overseas Highway and is a 10-mile long family-friendly, marine-orientated tropical community. It has a rich and proud fishing heritage, a preserved old-Keys lifestyle, and a chilled tropical atmosphere. As such, Marathon key can offer vacationers great family attractions, pristine beaches, world-class diving,...
