Waters of the Florida Keys
The Florida Keys are also known as the American Caribbean, and they feature some of the same amenities and activities. The Keys are spread out southwest from Miami and span 110 miles. The islands are connected by bridges. This is a popular destination for travelers and honeymooners who seek seclusion with a beautiful, tropical landscape.
Little Palm Island
Little Palm Island is the "perfect island paradise," according to the resort's website, and is located off the coast of Little Torch Key, Florida. The island is private and is only accessible by small plane or boat. Once you step onto the island, the invigorating aroma of tropical blossoms and palms surrounds you. Guests are at home in the deluxe bungalows with king-size beds, draped with elegant netting. The verandas are perfect for lazily watching the ocean waves crash upon the shore. The outdoor showers will help make your stay a memorable one. The cuisine of Little Palm Island is among the best in the world. You will enjoy dining by the ocean and sampling the Cuban and French-inspired dishes.
Little Palm Island
28500 Overseas Highway
Little Torch Key, FL
800-343-8567
littlepalmisland.com
Pier House Resort
The 6-acre Pier House Resort has been a landmark of Key West for 40 years. This was the first resort on the island and it continues to attract many guests yearly. Its romantic flair and secluded, private beaches serve as a perfect romantic hideaway. Pier House has 26 suites to suit the taste of each visitor. Some of the suites are the "Lanai Room," the "Traditional Room" and the "Caribbean Spa Room." Some of the suites' amenities include a refrigerator, flat-screen television and coffeemaker. The bathroom is a relaxing oasis of tile and includes a rain shower. Pier House's dining is casual, but the food is extraordinary. Fresh, local seafood and vegetables are on the menu daily.
Pier House Resort
1 Duval Street
Key West, FL 33040
305-296-4600
pierhouse.com
Kona Kai Resort
Kona Kai is Key Largo's "hidden treasure," according to the resort's website. The resort lies on the Florida Bay and is surrounded by white, warm, tropical sands. Vacationing at Kona Kai is peaceful and tranquil. The resort has 11 varied living accommodations to choose from, all with private entries. There is also a sitting area in the rooms to lie back, relax and enjoy each other's company. The bathrooms have oversize showers, natural spa lotions and shampoos and plush towels for your comfort. Views of the bay and the Everglades National Park are enjoyed from the rooms.
Kona Kai Resort
97802 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
800-365-7829
konakairesort.com
The Reach Resort
Guests at the Reach Resort relax while listening to the "calming surf of the Atlantic Ocean," states the resort's website. The resort has 150 rooms with 76 suites. Each room overlooks the city of Key West, the pool or the ocean. The resort's accommodations are modern and seek to indulge visitors who want a romantic setting. The Reach Resort provides the "eclectic pulse of Key West in a tranquil setting," according to the resort's website. The Strip House Restaurant specializes in succulent steak and seafood dishes. Adventure surrounds this resort. There are golf courses, water activities such as kayaking and snorkeling and dolphin-seeking activities.
The Reach Resort
1435 Simonton Street
Key West, FL 33040
888-318-4316
reachresort.com
Ocean Key Resort
The Ocean Key Resort lies between Key West Harbor and Mallory Square. This beautiful resort is adorned with bright, hand-painted furniture that reflects the vivid style of Key West. There are over 100 rooms and suites, all with alluring views of the marina, the ocean and the city itself. You may want to schedule a day of fishing in the resort's personal marina or join others in Key West's traditional Sunset Celebration on the resort's pier. You are sure to enjoy the privacy and uniqueness of the Ocean Key Resort, where "the Gulf of Mexico meets the Atlantic Ocean," states the resort's website.
Ocean Key Resort
Zero Duval Street
Key West, FL 33040
305-296-7701
oceankey.com
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