The Florida Keys is comprised of over 1000 islands that begin just south of Miami, with the main inhabited islands forming an arc to the southwest. Key West, the westernmost inhabited island, is connected by a 128 mile overseas highway that links many of the keys, and begins at the northernmost island, Key Largo. The surrounding protected waters entice scuba divers, and welcome eco-tourists worldwide. The laid-back atmosphere characteristic of the keys invites visitors to relax and enjoy the wonders of nature. Several all-inclusive resorts provide visitors with all the amenities to fully enjoy their "keys" vacation.
Located near the top of the keys, the Key Largo Grande Resort and Beach Club is just a one hour drive from Miami. Operated by Hilton Hotels, the resort offers a private beach with snorkeling, diving and deep-sea fishing. The property also features eco tours to Everglades National Park, and is close to America's last living reef at John Pennekamp State Park. The family-friendly resort offers two pools and five restaurants.
Key Largo Grande Resort and Beach Club
97000 South Overseas Highway
Key Largo, Florida 33037
888 871 3437
keylargoresort.com
About half way down the overseas highway is Duck's Key, and Hawk's Cay Resort. This island resort boasts a private beach, tennis and reef trips. Diving excursions feature wreck exploration. Also available is a sailing school and especially for children, a dolphin feeding area. Guests also have the option of a separate "conch" style beach house on the waterfront.
Hawk's Cay Resort
61 Hawks Cay Boulevard
Duck Key, Florida 33050
888 313 5749
hawkscay.com
Located at the sunset end of Key West's historic Duval Street, the Ocean Key Resort is at the center of island activity, including the nightly sunset ceremonies on Mallory Square. The resort features a full spa with body treatments plus fine restaurants. A pool, fishing excursions and catamaran sailings complement its offerings. For the water enthusiast, the resort offers jet skis, kayaking and para-sailing.
Ocean Key Resort and Spa
0 Duval Street
Key West, Florida 33040
800 328 9815
www.oceankey.com
The Casa Marina Resort has it all---Key West's largest private beach, pools, spa and restaurants. The resort features a private pier, para-sailing, kayaking, snorkeling wave-runners and sport fishing.
Guests also have access to a golf course. Located close to the southernmost point in the United States, the resort is located in quiet area, but within close proximity to Duval Street activities. It is the largest resort in the keys.
Casa Marina Resort
1500 Reynolds Street
Key West, Florida 33040
888 303 5717
casamarinaresort.com
