Marine Menagerie
Most Notable Beaches
Taste the Keys
Embracing
Key Largo’s Four-Legged Residents
What are the Florida Keys Made From?
Booking Vacation Rentals
Journey Through Key Largo and the Fabulous Florida Keys
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As you cross the iconic Jewfish Creek Bridge and take in the sweeping views of turquoise waters, you’ve officially arrived in paradise—welcome to Key Largo! This island escape is where the road to the Florida Keys begins, offering a blend of natural beauty, laid-back charm, and endless adventure.
Renowned as the Dive Capital of the World, Key Largo is home to North America’s only living coral barrier reef. With more than 40 species of reef-building coral and vibrant marine life, snorkeling or diving here is a must-do experience. Whether you’re exploring the famous John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park or venturing out to the Christ of the Abyss statue, the underwater world of Key Largo is nothing short of magical.
Above the surface, outdoor lovers will find just as much to enjoy. Kayak through peaceful mangrove tunnels, rent a jet ski for a high-speed thrill, or join an eco-tour to spot manatees, dolphins, or the striking roseate spoonbill. Anglers will be in heaven with opportunities to reel in snapper, grouper, tarpon, bonefish, and more in these clear, teeming waters.
On land, Key Largo offers a rich natural tapestry to explore, from tropical hardwood hammocks to scenic trails and state parks. After a day of discovery, unwind with a feast of fresh-caught seafood at one of the island’s many inviting waterfront restaurants. As the sun dips into the Florida Bay, you can enjoy live music and the salty breeze for the perfect island evening.
No matter your travel style, Key Largo welcomes you. Stay in luxury at a world-class resort, cozy up in a beachfront bungalow, or sleep under the stars at a local campground. Here, there’s no dress code and “Come as you are” is more than a motto; it’s a way of life.
If you are craving island vibes, unforgettable sunsets, and an authentic connection with nature, you’ll find your slice of paradise right here in Key Largo.
Park hours are 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
ADVERTORIAL
Where can a family spend a full day interacting with dolphins, sea lions, sharks, and rays, enjoy a few hours relaxing on the beach, and go on a bottomless boat ride?
Located halfway between Miami and Key West, Theater of the Sea has been welcoming visitors to the Florida Keys since 1946. This family-owned business has committed to providing a wonderful home for many rescued animals, including endangered sea turtles, sea lions, crocodilians, and parrots while educating the public via live shows and up-close animal interactions. Many of the rescued animals require specialized, long-term care and treatment, all of which is funded by patronage alone. Upon approaching the park visitors will notice the beautiful fountains, giant conch shell, and award-winning landscaping. After purchasing their tickets,
visitors leave the chaos and havoc of their daily lives and step into a world filled with beautiful green foliage, clearly paved paths, and an amazing menagerie of animals. Not only is all this a visual treat for visitors but the greenery and three-acre natural lagoons provide valuable enrichment for the animals as well!
Guests can expect to spend 2-3 hours exploring the park while getting an intimate feel of a variety of species native to the Florida Keys. There is always something exciting going on as the as the show schedule is continuous, ensuring that you won’t have to choose one over the other. Unique to Theater of the Sea is their famous dolphin show, a stunning showcase of acrobatics and water work. As they stroll the property, guests will also have opportunities to watch a sea lion show, parrot show, learn about sea turtles,
sting rays and sharks, and observe a crocodilian training session.
Children and adults of all ages will have ample opportunities to interact with the animals during their visit. Dolphin lovers will delight in the dolphin swim while snorkeling beside them. Included in this experience are dorsal tows, hugs, and kisses. Those a little less daring can do the shallow water dolphin swim, which entails interacting with the dolphins while standing in three to four feet of water. Want to join the fun but don’t want to get wet? Even land lovers can interact with the dolphins and get a few kisses too in the “Meet
the Dolphin” program. Many encounters are also available with sea lions, nurse sharks, sea turtles, sting rays, crocodilians, and parrots!
After a stroll around the park, visitors can enjoy a quick bite to eat at Papa’s Grill then relax at the lagoon-side beach.
As a timeless tradition of the Florida Keys, Theater of the Sea is something you will not want to miss. For more information or to make reservations, go to theaterofthesea.com, or call 305-664-2431.
Education
Coral Shores High School 89901 Old Highway, Tavernier 305-853-3222
Florida Keys Community College 89901 Old Highway, Tavernier 305-852-8007
Key Largo School 104801 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo, 305-453-1255
Montessori Island School 92295 Old State Road, Tavernier 305-852-3483
Ocean Studies
100360 Overseas Highway Key Largo, FL 33037 305-852-7700
Plantation Key School 100 Lake Road, Tavernier 305-853-3281
Treasure Village Montessori 8673 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada 305-852-3482
Emergency Services
Ambulance, Fire, Police 911 Mariners Hospital 305-434-3000
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission 305-956-2500
Key Largo Recompression Chamber Emergencies 911
Information 1-800-NO-BENDS
Sheriff’s Office (non-emergency) 305-853-3211
Safeway Restoration. 305-741-4335, 13275 S.W. 136th St. #16 Miami. www.safewayrestoration.com
Licenses
Driver’s Licenses 305-853-3562
Fishing Licenses 305-852-7150
Marriage Licenses 305-852-7145
Monroe County Building, Planning & Zoning 305-453-8800
Clerk’s Office 305-853-7456
Code Enforcement 305-453-8806
Key Largo Library 305-451-2396
Tax Collector 305-852-7150
Voter Registration 305-453-8740
Utilities
Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority
305-853-1996
Florida Keys Electric Cooperative 305-852-2431
Key Largo Wastewater Treatment District 305-451-4019
Key’s Sanitary Service (solid waste) 305-451-2025
South Florida Water Management District (561) 686-8800
Mosquito Control: 305-453-1290
U.S. Post Offices
Key Largo 305-451-3155 Tavernier 305-853-1052
Hurricane Information
National Hurricane Center NOAA: 305-852-7717 Nhc.noaa.gov
Monroe County Rumor Control 800-955-5504
Monroe County Emergency Management 305-289-6018
Federal Emergency Management Administration 800-621-3362
Law Enforcement
Florida Highway Patrol: 800-358-3298
U.S. Coast Guard: 305-664-4404
U.S. Customs: 305-664-2955
Courts
Clerk of the circuit (State) Court
305-853-7456
Clerk – County Courts
305-853-7456
County Court Judges 305-852-7155
Monroe County Jail 305-853-3266
Probation and Parole Office 305-853-3262
Public Defender’s Office 305-852-3232
State Attorney’s Office 305-852-7170
Harry Harris County park, MM, 92.5 305-852-7161
Crocodile Lake National Wildlife Refuge, CR 905 • 305-451-4223
Jacobs Aquatic Center, MM 99, 305-453-7946
Dagny Johnson Key Largo Hammock, CR 905 • 305-451-1202
John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park, 305-451-1202
Everglades National Park 305-242-7700
Key Largo Community Park (YMCA) 305-453-3422
Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary 305-852-7717
WRITTEN BY MANUELA C. MOBLEY
When you think of the Florida Keys, visions of turquoise water, swaying palms, and a tropical escape come to mind. But if your dream island getaway includes endless stretches of soft, sandy beaches, you might be in for a surprise.
Unlike mainland Florida, the Keys aren’t known for sprawling shorelines. These coral islands are edged more by mangroves and rocky coastlines than by long sandy beaches. Still, for those in the know, there are a handful of stunning beach spots—some tucked away, others part of well-loved parks—worth seeking out. Here’s a guide to some of the most notable beaches accessible by land across the Keys:
Mile Marker 102.5 — Key Largo
John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park
102601 Overseas Hwy
Pennekamp is best known for snorkeling and diving, but it also has two small, man-made beaches ideal for relaxing after exploring the underwater world. Shaded picnic spots, rentals, and boat tours make this a great all-day stop.
Mile Marker 92.5 — Tavernier
Harry Harris Park
50 E. Beach Road
This local favorite features a protected beach that’s perfect for kids, plus picnic pavilions, playgrounds, and calm waters for a low-key day in the sun. It’s especially lively on weekends when locals come use the park.
Mile Marker 73 — Lower Matecumbe
Anne’s Beach
This peaceful, nontraditional beach is more about wading and lounging than sandcastles. A scenic boardwalk connects shaded picnic areas to sandy coves, where you can set your chair right in the shallow, clear water.
Mile Marker 56.2 — Marathon
Curry Hammock State Park
56200 Overseas Hwy
Wide and quiet, this sandy beach is a hit with kiteboarders and nature lovers. It’s perfect for a relaxing day enjoying gentle breezes soft sand, and a good book—or watching impressive watersport action.
Mile Marker 50 — Marathon
Sombrero Beach
200 36th St. Ocean
One of the Keys’ hidden gems, Sombrero Beach is a true sandy beach with calm, swimmable water. Add in restrooms, picnic
areas, and playgrounds, and you’ve got a beach day classic.
Mile Marker 37 — Big Pine Key
Bahia Honda State Park
36850 Overseas Hwy
This popular park features three beaches, stunning views, and some of the clearest water in the Keys. It’s a go-to for snorkeling, kayaking, or just soaking up the tropical vibes under swaying palms.
Mile Marker 0 — Key West
Clarence S. Higgs Memorial Beach
1000 Atlantic Blvd
Located near downtown Key West, Higgs Beach is a convenient sandy stretch with restaurants, shaded lounge areas, and volleyball courts. It’s one of the few real beaches on the island—ideal for a quick dip or full beach day.
• Timing is everything: Arrive early for easier parking and fewer crowds
• Bring water shoes: Some beaches have rocky areas or seagrass.
• Watch the tides: At spots like Anne’s Beach, low tide means more room to wade and explore.
• Stay sun-safe: Many beaches offer little natural shade, so bring umbrellas, sunshades or hats.
Whether you’re a laid-back traveler or a future Conch, here’s your guide to getting around Key Largo. Planning a special event in our tropical paradise? Perfect! Let the local experts take it from here. From seasoned event and wedding planners ready to secure the ideal venue, to travel pros and transportation services ensuring timely arrivals, we’ve got it covered. Add in vibrant arts, entertainment to energize your celebration, and talented photographers to preserve every unforgettable moment. And if you’re simply here to unwind, no worries—Key Largo offers plenty of sunny adventures and all the essentials to make your stay smooth and stress-free.
Accountants, CPA,
A Harris Services LLC
Tavernier, FL 33070
305-209-2395
Alma Wealth Management
82801 Overseas Hwy. 373 Islamorada FL 33036 954-520-2963
www.almawealth.com
Anita M. Garmon, Inc.
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-942-6903
Edward Jones Financial
Key Largo FL 33037
305-713-4631
Jeff.baumgartner@edwardjones.com www.edwardjones.com/us-en/financial
H & R Block
101411 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037 305-451-2562 www.hrblock.com
Keys Accounting & Tax Service
99411 Overseas Hwy
Key Largo, FL 33037 305-451-3464
www.keysaccounting.com
Pribramsky and Company
Certified Public Accountants
81990 Overseas Highway Islamorada, FL 33036
305-735-4325
www.pribramskycpa.com
Tolley & Hill, PLLC 102411 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-852-9898
www.facebook.com/TolleyandHill
Verdeja & Alvarez, LLP.
255 Alhambra Cir. #560 Coral Gables, FL 33134 305-446-3177 www.vdtacpa.com
Your Front eOffice, Inc.
847 S Randall Rd #165 Elgin, IL 60138 224-276-8080 www.yourfronteoffice.com
College of the Florida Keys 106040 Overseas Hwy
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-809-3165
www.fkcc.edu
Larkin University Corp 18301 N Miami Ave
Miami FL 33169
305-760-7474
www.larkin.edu
Southernmost Leadership Network Islamorada, FL 33036
305-393-0236
Advertising & Publications
Florida Keys Free Press 3420 Northside Drive
Key West, FL 33040 305-451-7060 www.keysnews.com
Great Locations 2440 E. Commercial Blvd #4 954-943-1188 www.greatlocations.com
Keys Life Magazine 90773 Old Hwy Unit 3 Tavernier, FL 33070 305-453-6674 www.keyslifemagazine.com
Ocean Reef Press 1 Dockside Lane
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-367-5806 www.oceanreef.com
Time Out Magazine
Marathon, FL 33050
305-289-3936
www.TimeOutMagazine.com
Upper Keys Weekly
Newspaper
89240 Overseas Highway #2 Tavernier, FL 33070
305-743-0844
www.keysweekly.com
Harmony Healing Center
97840 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, FL 33037
305-852-3232
www.harmonyhealingctr.com
Keys Lake Villas
106003 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-735-4192
www.keyslakevillas.com
Playa Apartments
21 1st Ave.
Key Largo, FL 33037
833-225-1033
www.playaapts.com
Arts & Entertainment
Barbara Hann Art
Key Largo FL 33037
561-699-9385
www.barbarahann.com
Florida Keys Community Concert Band
Long Key, FL 33001
305-451-4530
www.keyscommunityconcertband.org
Florida Keys Concert
Association Inc.
Marathon Shores, FL 33052
800-324-6982
www.floridakeysconcerts.com
Florida Keys Council of the Arts
1100 Simonton St, #2-263
Key West, FL 33040
305-295-4369
www.keysarts.com
Key Players, Inc. Tavernier, FL 33070
305-942-4339
www.thekeyplayers.org
Seminole Theatre
18 North Krome Avenue
Homestead, FL 33030
786-650-2073
www.seminoletheatre.org/
All American Towing and Tire Inc.
100850 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-0714
www.towingfloridakeys.com
Homestead Hyundai
111 South Homestead Blvd.
Homestead, FL 33030
786-255-7398
www.homesteadhyundai.net
KWJA Inc. – Key West Adventures 3424 N. Roosevelt Blvd.
Key West, FL 33040
305-293-3555
www.keywestadventures.com
Largo Honda 554 NE 1st Avenue
Florida City, FL 33034
786-545-1200 www.largohonda.com
Motorbreeze Auto Concierge
Jonathan Lorenzo
Key Largo FL 33037
786-317-3284 jonathan@motorbreeze.com
Sunshine Gasoline Distributors
724 South Flagler Ave
Homestead, FL 33030
305-247-7249
www.sunshinegasoline.com
Wheaton’s Service Center
101500 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-3500
www.keylargoautorepair.com
Centennial Bank
100280 Overseas Hwy
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-676-3122
www.my100bank.com
First Horizon Bank
91980 Overseas Hwy
Tavernier, FL 33070
305-852-9500
www.firsthorizon.com
First State Bank of the Florida Keys
97670 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-852-2070
www.keysbank.com
Keys Federal Credit Union
91200 Overseas Highway, Suite 15
Tavernier, FL 33070
305-809-1208
www.keysfcu.org
SouthState Bank
91390 Overseas Hwy
Tavernier, FL 33070
305-852-0516
www.southstatebank.com
Riva Motorsports & Marine
102550 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-3320
www.rivamm.com
Yacht Works
98150 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-912-3162
www.yachtworks.com
Cellular Phone Service
Keys Smartphone Repair
91831 Overseas Hwy, Suite E, Tavernier, FL 33070
305-896-1675
www.KeysSmartphoneRepair.com
American Legion Post 145 Islamorada, FL 33036
786-942-0689
American Legion Post 333 2 Seagate St, Key Largo, FL 33036 305-451-0307
Art Guild Of The Purple Isles
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-853-5938
www.agpi.us
Barrier Free Divers
703-309-8601
rosemary.ciotti@gmail.com www.barrierfreedivers.org
Crustacean Plantation 200 Canal Street Tavernier, FL 33070
740-357-2269 www.crustaceanplantation
Florida Keys Elks Lodge No 1872
Tavernier, FL 33070
305-852-1872 floridakeyselks.com
Friends of John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park & Dagny Johnson
Key Largo Hammock Botanical Park Inc.
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-215-2504 www.pennekampparkfriends.org
Garden Club of the Upper Keys, Inc. Tavernier, FL 33070 www.gardenclubupperkeys.org
Habitat for Humanity of Upper Keys
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-453-0050 www.habitatupperkeys.org
Key Largo Chamber of Commerce
106000 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-4747 www.keylargochamber.org
Key Largo Civic Club
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-9833
Mother Ocean Fund Corporation 101425 overseas hwy unit 115
key largo, FL 33037 9542536729 Motheroceanfund.org
Oceanus Global Outreach Inc.
P.O. Box 370981
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-331-0525
Ocean Reef Chamber of Commerce
31 Ocean Reef Dr., Suite C101 PMB 179
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-367-3646 www.oceanreefchamber.org
Ocean Reef Community Association
24 Dockside Lane
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-367-3067 www.orcareef.com
REEF Renewal USA
Tampa FL 33609
305-240-5913
kevin@reefrenewalusa.org www.reefrenewalusa.org
Rotary Club of Key Largo
Key Largo, FL 33037 www.keylargorotary.org
Rotary Club of Key Largo
Sunset, Inc.
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-776-0643
www.keylargosunsetrotary.org
The Salvation Army
Key Largo
99510 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-2882
www.salvationarmy.org
United Way of Collier and the Keys
9015 Strada Court, Suite 204 Naples, FL 34109
239-261-7112
www.keysunitedway.org
Upper Keys Business & Professional Women Tavernier, FL 33070
305-767-3928 www.upperkeysbpw.org
Upper Keys Post 10211 Veterans of Foreign Wars
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-731-3393 www.facebook.com/ UpperKeysVFWpost10211
Upper Keys Rotary Inc. Tavernier, FL 33070 www.keysrotary.myevent.com
Upper Keys Sailing Club
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-9972 www.upperkeyssailingclub.com
Upper Keys Sons & Daughters of Italy
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-0781
Wesley House
Family Services, Inc.
1304 Truman Avenue
Key West, FL 33040
305-809-5000 Ex 386 www.wesleyhouse.org
KCS Technical Solutions 5409 Overseas Highway, #263 Marathon, FL 33050
305-396-6320
www.mykcs.com
Ready Remotely Parrish, FL 34219 813-508-1060 www.readyremotely.com
All Keys Port-A-Lets
104615 Overseas hwy #5
Key Largo Fl 33037
305-664-2226 www.akpfl.com
AM Best Roofing
951 NW 3rd Ave #10 Florida City, Florida 33034
305-245-0602 • www.ambestroofing.com
AM Best Roofing is your local one-stop destination for repairs, re-roofing, roof maintenance and insurance inspections. Our goal is to keep you leak-free with prompt, courteous, and professional service. Call us for your residential or commercial roof needs.
Bayview Homes
89240 Overseas Highway, Suite 6 Tavernier, FL 33070
305-453-4521
www.bayviewhomes.biz
Berry’s Paint Wallpaper & Flooring Inc.
102870 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, Fl
305-451-0077 www.berryspaint.com
CBT Construction & Development
Tavernier, FL 33070
305-852-3002 www.cbtconstruct.com
Compac USA, Inc.
1777 NW 72nd Avenue
Miami, FL 33126
305-406-3600
www.compac.us
Cottrell Welding & Fabricating Inc.
101801 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-522-6932
Eucucina Cabinetry
11450 NW 24th St #300 Miami FL 33178
305-436-9246 www.eucucina.com
Florida Keys Contractors Assoc.
Marathon Shores, FL 33052
305-743-9409 www.fkca.org
Florida Keys Windows
101405 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-9796
www.floridakeyswindows.com
Homestead Block Corp.
29415 SW 197th Ave. Homestead, FL 33030
305-246-9858
Islamorada Pools
PO BOX 238 islamorada, FL 33036
305-852-3133
islamoradapools.com
JAEE Environmental Services, Inc
3101 Peachtree Cir Davie, FL 33328
954-401-9512 erin@jaeeenv.com
J.A. LaRocco Enterprise Inc. & All Keys Concrete, LLC
101075 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-453-0368 www.allkeysconcrete.com
Key Deck and Dock Supply
100151 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-8001 www.keysdecksanddocks.com
Keys Cabinets Inc
99353 Overseas Highway, Suite 5
Key Largo, FL 786-256-7025 www.KeysCabinetsInc.com
NC Tile & Marble 100680 Overseas Hwy
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-5638
www.nctilekeylargo.com
Nextgen Miami Corporation
100410 Overseas Hwy
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-606-2656
Reef Pool Builders
100 North Krome Ave
Florida City, FL 33034
305-901-1505
Robert Barnes & Associates Architects
221 N Krome Ave
Homestead, FL 33030
305-247-6150
www.robertbarnesassociates.com
SBI Windows & Doors
100990 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
786-287-6664
www.sbiwindows.com
Southeast Marine Construction
131 Ellis Drive, Unit 1 Tavernier, FL 33070
305-853-5300
www.southeastmarineconstruction.com
Sullivan Construction Company 5310 NW 22nd Avenue
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309
954-484-3200
www.buildwithsullivan.com
The Structure Group, LLC
815 N Homestead Blvd, Homestead, FL 33030
786-601-9313
www.structuretsg.com
Upper Keys Marine Construction
97674 Overseas Hwy
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-853-2644
www.upperkeysmarine.com
Viscount Group
dba Creative Displays
14535 NW 60 Avenue
Miami Lakes, FL 33014
305-557-9877
www.creativedisplay.com
Webb Bros Contracting 101631 Overseas Hwy
305-451-9216
www.floridakeysdocks.com
OREF Consulting LLC
7300 SW 113th St. Pinecrest FL 33156
305-497-5857
www.orefconsulting.com
The Stradgy Group LLC, Key Largo, FL 33037 www.stradgy.com
Dunn Electrical Service, Inc.
Tavernier, FL 33070
305-360-7576
Pro Audio Video, Inc
485 Gus Hipp Blvd.
Rockledge, FL 32955
321-704-8252
www.proavi.com
Protech e2, Inc.
103375 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-453-0010 www.proteche2.com
Tirone Electric Inc 6151 Pembroke Rd. Hollywood, FL 33023
954-989-7162
www.tirone-electric.com
Wire Nuts Electric
98310 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-0939
www.wirenutselectricsfl.com
Enforcement
Key Largo Volunteer Ambulance
98600 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-2766
www.keylargoems.com
Hyperbaric & Undersea
Diving Medicine
522 A Caribbean Drive
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-2551
www.hyperbaricsinternational.com
Sheriff’s Office – Plantation Key
50 High Point Road Plantation Key, FL 33070
305-853-3211
www.keysso.net
Express Employment Professionals
10491 N. Kendall Drive, F202 Miami, FL 33176
786-323-6813
www.expresspros.com
Atlantic Bearing Services, LLC
8208 NW 30 Terrace
Doral, FL 33122
305-592-4404
www.atlantic-bearing.com
Events by Terri
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-807-8014
www.eventsbyterri.com
HNO Productions Inc.
101425 Overseas Highway #166
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-383-8245
www.hnoproductions.com
Island Restroom Suites
92410 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
786-766-1067
Key Destination Weddings & Events
97665 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-916-5571
www.keydestinationevents.com
Purple Isles Mobile Bartender
305-522-6349
nicolazidanic@yahoo.com
WCO Events
907 Whitehead St
Key West, FL 33040
607-382-4614
www.wcoeventplanning.com
Fitness
Froggy’s Fitness
91812 Overseas Highway
Tavernier, FL 33070
305-852-8623
www.froggysfitness.com
Keys Core Fitness
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-394-1227
www.keyscorefitness.com
Florists
Decowraps
8900 NW 33rd St #100
Doral, FL 33172
305-468-3925
decowraps.com
Key Largo Flowers and Gifts
99551 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-3702
www.keylargoflorist.com
The Plant House
560 Avenue A
Key Largo, FL 33037
917-709-1318
www.plantrentals.us
Alzheimer’s Association
786-847-7453
act.alz.org/FloridaKeys
Coastal Conservation
Association Keys Chapter 4061 Forrestal Avenue, Suite 8 Orlando, FL 32856
305-522-4868
www.ccaflorida.org
Community Foundation of the Florida Keys
300 Southard Street, Suite 201
Key West, FL 33040
305-292-1502
www.cffk.org
Coral Restoration Foundation
89111 Overseas Highway Tavernier, FL 33070
305-453-7030
www.coralrestoration.org
Key Largo Community
Preservation Foundation
Key Largo, FL 33037
904-463-0513
www.klcpf.org
Marine Resources
Development Foundation
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-1139
www.mrdf.org
Monroe County Education Foundation
Key West, FL 33045
305-293-1546
www.monroecountyedfound.com
National Marine Sanctuary Foundation
33 East Quay Road
Key West, FL 33040
305-809-4751
www.floridakeys.noaa.gov
The Ocean Reef Community Foundation
35 Ocean Reef Drive, Suite 148
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-367-5963
www.orfound.org
Florida House of Representatives District 120
Murray Nelson Government Center 102050 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037-2763
305-453-1202
Florida Senate District 40
Miami-Dade College
West Campus Suite 1112
3800 NW 115th Avenue
Doral, FL 33178
305-470-2552
Florida SBDC at FIU
1101 Brickell Avenue Penthouse, South Tower
Miami, FL 33131
305-779-9230
www.business.fiu.edu/centers/sbdc/ index.cfm
Key Largo Public Library
101485 Overseas Hwy
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-2396
www.keyslibraries.com
Monroe County DAC 5 Commissioner 102050 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-453-8787
www.monroecounty-fl.gov
Monroe County Tax Collector Office
1200 Truman Ave, Suite #101
Key West, FL 33040
305-302-6920
www.monroetaxcollector.com
Monroe County Tourist Development Council
1201 White Street
Key West, FL 33040
305-296-1552
www.fla-keys.com
Alarm and Electronics
786-869-1054
Pete@alarmandelectronics.com
Www.alarmandelectronics.com
Largo SaveCoin
Laundry Inc
99605 Overseas Hwy
Key Largo, FL 33036
305-451-4575
Largosavecoin@gmail.com
Cleansite Janitorial Services
305-896-2379
Cleansitejanitorialservices@gmail.com
Www.cleansitejanitorial.com
Coastal Cleaners
102025 Overseas Highway, Suite 3
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-735-4267
coastalcleanersfk.com
Dion Generator Solutions
103200 Overseas Hwy
Key Largo FL 33037
305-517-6078
www.diongenerators.com/
Maid in the Keys
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-453-0963
Pool King of the Keys
101463 Overseas Hwy
Key Largo FL 33037
305-615-3008
www.poolkingkeys.com
Thomas Anthony
Furniture Service
3191 SW 11th St. Ste 600
Deerfield Beach, FL 33442
954-4214911
www.thomasanthonyfurnitureservice.com
Cusano Air Conditioning & Heating Inc
Key Largo, FL 33037
305 453-6774
www.cusanoairconditioning.com
Rocket Cooling P.O. Box 1321
Tavernier, FL 33070
305-852-2960
www.rocketcooling.com
Aetna, Inc.
Key Largo, FL 33037
954-649-5337 • www.aetna.com
Borland & Associates
103400 Overseas Highway #288
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-0090
www.borlandandassociates.com
Double Angel Insurance
Islamorada, FL 33036
786-449-9415
www.Doubleangelinsurance.com
HoneyQuote, LLC
5875 NW 163 St. Suite 207
Miami Lakes, FL 33014
561-264-2614
www.honeyquote.com
Houston Insurance Agency
89015 Overseas Hwy Ste 2
Tavernier, FL 33070
305-453-6241
www.houstoninsuranceagency.net
New Health Partners
3399 NW 72nd Avenue #228
Miami, FL 33122
786-231-1175
agnes@newhealthpartner.com
NSI Insurance Group
101407 Overseas Hwy
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-849-2131
www.nsigroup.org/contact/key-largo-fl-insurance
Regan Roth Insurance Agency
90144 Overseas Highway
Tavernier, FL 33070
305-852-3234
www.reganinsuranceinc.com
Sebanda Insurance
92330 Overseas Highway, Unit 106 Tavernier, FL 33070
786-494-6499
www.sebandainsurance.com/en/locations
IOA
98840 Overseas Hwy
Key Largo Fl 33037
305-537-2779
Www.ioausa.com
The Porter Allen Company, Inc. 513 Southard Street
Key West, FL 33040
305-294-2542
www.progressive.com/agent/local-agent/flo
Beach House Gardens 104475 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-453-9377
Blue Seas Lawn Care
Key Largo, FL 33037
786-907-5531
www.blueseaslawncare.com
Brightview Landscaping 4155 East Mowry Drive
Homestead, FL 33033
305-258-8011
www.brightview.com
G&S Landscaping Inc.
343 Mahogany Dr
Key Largo, FL 33037
GBMULLET59@GMAIL.COM
La Isla Tree Care Company
81001 Overseas Hwy
Islamorada, FL 33036
305-853-6849
www.laislatree.com
Reef Landscaping
100 N Krome Ave Florida City, FL 33034
305-901-1409
www.reeflandscaping.com
Albert L. Kelley, P.A.
926 Truman Ave
Key West, FL 33040
305-296-0160
www.alkelley.com
Hershoff, Lupino & Yagel
88539 Overseas Highway Tavernier, FL 33070
305-852-8440
www.hlylaw.com
Keys Criminal Defense, PLLC
100410 Overseas hwy, 303 Key largo, FL 33037
305-324-7888
Jjaile@keyscriminaldefense.com keyscriminaldefense.com
Lawyer Support Services, LLC
9370 SW 72 St. Miami, FL 33173
eunice@lssmiami.com
Russo Law and Mediation, P.A.
88101 Overseas Hwy Islamorada, FL 33036
561-310-1537
www.russolawandmediation.com
Vernis & Bowling of the Florida Keys, P.A
81990 Overseas hwy 3rd floor
Islamorada, FL 33036
305-664-4675
floridakeys@florida-law.com www.national-law.com
Boca Highland Beach Club & Marina Inc
4801 South Ocean Blvd. Highland Beach, FL 33487
561-391-2461
www.bocahighland.com
BTH Marine
88005 Overseas Hwy 10-160
Islamorada FL 33036
786-882-7969
abigail@bthmarine.com www.bthmarine.com
Detailing the Keys, LLC
Key Largo, FL 33037
786-273-5248
www.detailingkeys.com
Eric’s Outboard Key Largo, LLC
98750 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
786-652-0955
www.ericsoutboard.com/KeyLargo
Key Largo Boat Yard and Storage
97951 Overseas Hwy
Key Largo FL 33037
305-852-2025
Www.keylargoboatyardandstorage.com
LeBoeufs’ Marine
100991 overseas hwy
key largo, FL 33037
305-998-4390
www.leboeufsmarine.com
Mangrove Marina & Resort
200 Florida Avenue
Tavernier, FL 33070
305-852-8380
www.mangrovemarina.com/houseboats/
Markey Marine Service, Inc.
98250 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-852-3337
www.markeymarine.com
Neptune Atlantic Boat Lifts
94401 Overseas Highway
Tavernier, FL 33070
305-853-9400
www.neptuneatlanticboatlifts.com
Sea Tow Key Largo
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-3330
www.seatow.com
Tow Boat U.S.
Key Largo/Tavernier
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-3922
www.towboatuskeylargo.com
Crystal Plaza
8200 NW 41st St. #312
Doral, FL 33166
786-808-7500
Egarcia@artehospitality.com
Harbor Management Services
9800 Dockside Dr
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-246-5867
www.harborms.com
Model Restaurant Group
Coral Gables FL 33134
786-484-3775
orel@modelrestaurantgroup.com
Duval Street Media
1615 Laird Street
Key west, FL 33040
305-394-1108
www.duvalstmedia.com
Market Design Connect with Nikki Dunn Cullen Tavernier, FL 33070
305-587-9256
www.marketdesignconnect.com
ROI360+
300 SE 17th St Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
954-560-6371
www.roi360plus.com
Advanced Aesthetic Care of the Florida Keys and Advanced Primary Care of the Florida Keys
100460 Overseas Highway Ste 4 Key Largo, FL 33037
305-967-2619
www.aestheticcarekeylargo.com
Advanced Urgent Care of The Upper Keys
100460 Overseas Highway, Unit 1 Key Largo, FL 33037
305-294-0011
www.urgentcarefloridakeys.com
AIDS Help of Monroe County
1434 Kennedy Drive
Key West, FL 33040
305-296-6196
www.ahmonroe.org
Boilini Eye Care
99696 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-1481
www.optometristkeylargo.com
Chapters Health Hospice
11400 Overseas Hwy, Suite 203
Marathon, FL 33050
305-396-8100
www.chaptershealth.org
Community Health of South
Florida, Inc. (CHI)
91200 Overseas Highway Tavernier, FL 33070
305-546-3716
www.chisouthfl.org
Custom Medical Services Inc, OBGYN
2607 NW 48th Street
Boca Raton, FL 33434
954-426-8840
Doc on the Rock
102901 Overseas Hwy
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-600-5469
www.docontherock.com
Everyone Loves a Gentle Dentist
102965 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-2616
www.traviswbennettdmd.com
Florida Keys AHEC Health Center (AHEC)
5800 Overseas Highway, #38 Marathon, FL 33050
305-743-7111
www.keysahec.org
Florida Keys Dentists 91750 Overseas Highway Tavernier, FL 33070
305-852-3219
www.floridakeysdentists.com
Florida Keys Orthopedic Center
100210 Overseas Highway, Ste 3
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-453-3633
Florida Keys Pediatric & Adolescent Center
91550 Overseas Highway, #209 Tavernier, FL 33070
305-853-0558
Good Health Clinic
91555 Overseas Highway Tavernier, FL 33070
305-853-1788
www.thegoodhealthclinic.org
Key Largo Dental Associates 99198 Overseas Highway, Suite # 12 Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-3204
Keys Mobile Medical Services, LLC 102900 Overseas Hwy Suite 2
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-907-7550 www.keysmobilemedical.com
Kinder in the Keys Treatment Center 6 Ocean View Blvd.
Key Largo, FL 33037
800-545-4046 www.kinderinthekeys.com
Largo Smiles Dental Center 103071 Overseas Hwy
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-8005 www.keylargosmiles.com
Las Marias Medical Center 91461 Overseas Hwy. Tavernier, FL 33070 305-735-4389 lasmariasclinic@gmail.com www.lasmariasmedicalcenter.com/
Mani Specialty Center
151 NW 11th ST. Suite 241-A Homestead, FL 33030 www.manispecialtycenter.com
Mariners Hospital 91500 Overseas Highway Tavernier, FL 33070
305-434-3000
www.baptisthealth.net/en/pages/home.asp
NeuroSpine Plus LLC
800 E Cypress Creek Road, suite 203 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33334 508-369-1986 will@chirocareflorida.com
Nurse Massi’s Concierge and IV Drip Bar
1000 W Palm Dr Homestead, FL 33034
305-833-8563
Nurse.massiconcierge@gmail.com www.miamirnconcierge.com
Overseas Dental
103400 Overseas Highway, Suite 234
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-453-9105 www.overseas-dental.com
Paragon Medical Consultants, Inc
10300 Sunset Drive Suite 380 Miami, FL 33173
305-418-0580 xavier@paragonmedical.org
Providence Homecare 10250 SW 56 ST. STE D-101 Miami, FL 33165
305-220-1088 www.providence-homecare.com
Sunny Hills Assisted Living Facility
25268 SW 134th Ave Princeton, FL 33032
305-258-2222 www.alfsunnyhills.com
Tooth Tales
12741 Miramar Pkway miramar, FL 33027 954-236-5273 mytoothtales.com
Vasconcello-Cohen, MD PA
8224 Mills Dr Miami, FL 33183
305-200-3992 vascohen@yahoo.com
Profit Is Simple Tavernier, FL 33070
305-735-3881
ProfitIsSimple@gmail.com
Allen-Beyer Funeral Home
101640 Overseas Hwy
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-1444 • www.allenbeyer.com
Your Conchcierge to the Keys & the Seas/ Notary Niche
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-394-3467 • maccline2@aol.com
Charter Pest Control
101425 Overseas Hwy, Suite 165
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-3389
www.charterpestcontrol.com
Mitchell Pest Services - Florida
Key Largo, FL 33037
844-234-7378
www.mitchellpestflorida.com
Truly Nolen Pest Control
100105 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-9900
www.trulynolen.com
Island Hammock Pet Hospital
98175 Overseas Highway
Key largo, FL 33037
305-852-5252
www.ihph.net
Keys Kritters
100636 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-2627
www.facebook.com/KeysKritters
Humane Animal
Care Coalition
105951 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-0088
www.humaneanimalcoalition.com
MarrVelous Pet Rescues
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-453-1315
www.mprescues.org
Pawsitive Beginnings Inc.
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-376-1887
www.pawsitivebeginnings.org
Film Javier LLC
P.O. Box 67
Tavernier FL 33070
305-393-3351
Www.filmjavier.com
KeyHaw
Homestead FL 33033
305-707-8557
Info@keyhaw.co Www.keyhaw.co
Nada Khalaf-Jones Photography
Film Drone LLC
Key Largo FL 33037
305-853-6878
Skybornvisual@gmail.com Www.nadakhalafjones.com
The Photo Studio Group, LLC
Parkland Fl 33067
954-369-2072
maddy@studio-1.us www.studio-1.us
Beach Church Key Largo
104700 Overseas Hwy
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-1642
www.keylargobaptistchurch.com
Coral Isles Church
90001 Overseas Highway Tavernier, FL 33070
305-852-5813
www.coralisleschurch.org/
First Baptist Church of Key Largo
99001 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-2265
www.fbckl.com
Keys Jewish Community Center
93095 Overseas Hwy, Tavernier, FL 33070
305-852-5235
www.keysjewishcenter.com
St. James the Fisherman
Episcopal Church 87500 Overseas Hwy Islamorada, FL 33036
305-852-8468
www.stjamesthefisherman.org
St. Justin Martyr Catholic Church 105500 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-1316
Bayside Plumbing &
Maintenance
10504 Overseas Hwy
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-453-5435
www.baysideplumbingandmaintenancefl. hibuwebsites.com
Nationwide Plumbing 97671 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-853-1848
www.nationwideplumbing.business.site
Seaway Plumbing 10 Barracuda lane
Key largo, FL 33037
305-367-3225
info@seawayplumbing.com seawayplumbing.com
Printing & Office Business Solutions
CMYK Printing Solutions Homestead, FL 33035
305-562-1142
Keys Imaging 92300 Overseas Hwy Tavernier, FL 33070
305-853-1712
www.keysimaging.com
Printing Plus 99353 Overseas Highway, #6
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-4414
www.printingplusfl.com
Vital Signs
103400 Overseas Highway, Suite 103
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-5133
www.vitalsignskeylargo.net
Keystalk 96.9/102.5 FM - Party
105.7 FM - Magnum Broadcasting Little Torch Key, FL 33042
305-296-9968
www.keysnewstal.com
All Aspects Inspection Services
24478 Overseas Hwy Summerland, FL 33042
305-745-1200
brad@allaspectsflkeys.com www.allaspectsflkeys.com
American Caribbean Real Estate–
Christie’s International Real Estate 99900 Overseas Hwy
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-4078
www.americancaribbean.com
Aqua Coastlines
265 Bay Drive
Key Largo, FL 33037 484-995-3010
Barbara Eads Realty, Inc.
91770 Overseas Hwy
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-853-5982
www.keysforsale.com
Berkshire Hathaway
Home Services
85992 Overseas Hwy Islamorada, FL 33036
305-664-4444
www.bhhsfreewheeler.com
Better Homes and Gardens
Real Estate Destinations
99353 Overseas Highway, Suite 9
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-1020
www.flkeys-realestate.com
Boca 2 Services, LLC
3785 N Federal Highway, Suite 210
Boca Raton, FL 33431
561-774-8077
Boca Highland Beach Club
4801 South Ocean Blvd. 561-391-2461
www.bocahighland.com
Century 21 Circle
101925 Overseas Hwy
Key Largo FL 33037
305-451-1500
Www.c21islandlife.com
Coastal Title & Closing Services, Inc.
88101 Overseas Hwy Islamorada, FL 33036
305-852-1477
Coldwell Banker Schmitt
Real Estate
100430 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-453-7525 www.realestatefloridakeys.com
Coral Reef Title Co.
100750 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-6200 www.coralreeftitle.com
Epic Title Group
101415 Overseas Hwy
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-0032
Florida Keys Board of Realtors
97670 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-852-9294 www.flkeysboardofrealtors.com
Henry Quintana Realty, Inc
Key Largo, FL 33037 305-243-6043
HomeTeam Inspection Service 7935 SW 193rd ST Miami, FL 33157 305-394-6282 abenavides@hometeam.com hometeam.com/south-miami-dade
Michael Rojewski Group 86000 Overseas Hwy Islamorada, FL 33036
305-942-7755 keysagentmichael@gmail.com www.KeysAgentMichael.com
Miss Mortgage Loan 88101 Overseas Hwy Islamorada FL 33036 305-916-8485 www.missmortgageloans.com
Nancy Hershoff LLC — Coldwell Banker Schmitt 85990 Overseas HWY Islamorada, FL 33036 305-393-4061 https://www.coldwellbanker.com/fl/ islamorada/agents/nancy-hershoff/ aid-P00200000GUEPO9Uru0qiUsPWUuNTbM7frvzYwCR
National Trust Title Services
92200 Overseas Hwy, STE 122 Tavernier, FL 33070 305-710-6718 eddy@nationaltrusttitle.com
REMAX All Keys Real Estate
98880 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-0060 www.remaxallkeysrealestate.com
RESF Island Properties 93997 Overseas Highway Tavernier, FL 33070
305-525-2580 www.resf.com
Sally Stribling, Realtor
100430 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-283-2002
www.keysbestproperty.com
SouthState MortgageLisa Feliciano
99198 Overseas Highway Suite 11
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-766-0643
lfeliciano@southstatebank.com www.southstatebank.com/lisafeliciano
The Andrew Burr
Group – Keyes Realty
12300 Southshore Blvd Wellington, FL 33414 561-324-8914 www.theandrewburrgroup.com
Wahoo Inspections
16 Drury Dr.
Key Largo, FL 33035
305-240-5627 www.wahooinspections.com
Yvette Doherty Realtor
Key Largo, FL 33037
786-236-8158
Yvette@YsFloridaKeys.com www.ydoherty.realestatefloridakeys.com
Cirque Salon Studios
101401 Overseas Highway (Tradewinds Plaza)
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-800-2477
www.cirquesalonstudios.com
Ooh La La
97000 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-852-3143 www.oohlalaorc.com
The Room Nail Bar
Key Largo, Tavernier
305-451-3705
Info@theroomnailbar.com
Www.theroomnailbar.com
Carpe Diem Academy Corporation
11025 SW 84th St. #8
Miami, FL 33173
305-971-1230
www.carpediemacademy.org
Coral Shores High School
89901 Old Highway Tavernier, FL 33070
305-853-3222
www.keysschools.com/cshs
Early Learning Coalition of Miami Dade/Monroe 1111 12th Street, Suite 206
Key West, FL 33040
305-296-5557
www.elcmdm.org
Key Largo School
104801 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-453-1255
www.keysschools.com
Ocean Studies
Charter School 100360 Overseas Hwy
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-852-7700
www.oceanstudiescharterschool.org
Treasure Village Montessori
86731 Overseas Highway
Islamorada, FL 33036
305-852-3482
www.treasurevillagemontessori.com
Social Services
16th Judicial Guardian
ad Litem Program
50 High Point Road, Suite 102 Tavernier, FL 33070
305-304-0231
www.guardianadlitem.org
Allapattah Community Action
2257 N River Drive
Miami FL 33125
305-633-0466
acai33125@gmail.com
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Miami
550 NW 42nd Ave
Miami, FL 33126
www.bbbsmiami.org
Center for Independent Living of the Keys
103400 Overseas Highway Suite 243
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-453-3491
www.rehabworks.org/cil_map.shtml
Domestic Abuse Shelter
305-743-5452
www.domesticabuseshelter.org
Florida Keys Children’s Shelter
73 High Point Road
Tavernier, FL 33070
305-852-4246
www.fkcs.org
Florida Keys Outreach Coalition, Inc.
305-295-7741
www.fkoc.org
Forgotten Soldiers Outreach
3550 23rd Avenue South, #7 Lake Worth, FL 33461
561-369-2933
www.forgottensoldiers.org
Just Older Youth, Inc. Tavernier, FL 33070
305-850-8449
www.justolderyouthinc.org
Maria’s Hope & Prosperity
Islamorada, FL 33036
305-509-1106
www.Mariahopeandprosperity.org
Monroe Association for ReMARCable Citizens Tavernier, FL 33070
305-852-3282
www.marchouse.org
SOS Foundation
105500 Overseas Hwy
Key Largo, FL 33037
561-699-9385
www.sosfoundation.org
The Davis Group
Outdoor Storage & Parking
98700 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-853-7077
Travel, Tours & Transportation
Centauri Transport LLC
3300 NW N River Drive
Miami, FL 33142
786-786-2326
www.centauritransport.com
Fantastic Endeavors Inc.
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-453-9208
www.bucketwishtrip.com
Heartbeat Auto Transport, Inc.
2410 NW 87 Place
Doral, FL 33172
305-588-5389
miriamb@heartbeatautotransport.com www.heartbeatautotransport.com
Keys Shuttle Service LLC
5409 Overseas Hwy #2245
Marathon, FL 33050
305-289-9997
info@keysshuttle.com
Keysshuttle.com
Key West International Airport
3491 South Roosevelt Boulevard, Key West, FL 33040
305-809-5209 • www.eyw.com
Nationwide Automotive Services, LLC
800 W. Yamota Rd.
Boca Raton, FL 33431
561-720-6048
hhaberman@nas.agency
Transoceanic Express Services, Inc.
401 West 20 St. Hialeah, FL 33010
305-888-8253
rruiz@transoceanicusa.com
www.transoceanicusa.com
Structural Evaluation
Technologies
5800 Miami Lakes Dr
Miami Lakes, FL 33014
305-456-3823
Any.cruz@setaero.com
Voyage Blue Travel
458 Lime Drive
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-998-8348
www.voyageblue.com
Utilities
Florida Keys Electric Cooperative (FKEC) 91630 Overseas Hwy Tavernier, FL 33070
305-852-2431
www.fkec.com
Florida Keys
Mosquito Control
18 Aquamarine Drive
Key West, FL 33040
305-292-7190
www.keysmosquito.org
Florida Solar Partners
Miami, FL 33156
877-326-1110
www.FloridaSolarPartners.com
Key Largo Wastewater
Treatment District
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-4019
www.klwtd.com
Keys Sanitary Services
P.O. Box 345
Tavernier FL 33070
305-451-2025
Www.keyssanitaryservice.com
Digital Keys Inc.
P.O. Box 703
Islamorada FL 33036
305-967-9222
manuelacmobley@gmail.com www.digitalkeysinc.com
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Two Oceans Digital
Key West, FL 33040
305-393-4079
www.twooceansdigital.com
Adams Ranch Inc
Ft Pierce FL 34945
772-461-6321
mikeadamsranch@gmail.com www.adamsranch.com
Avanti Nutritional Laboratories
Miami Lakes Fl 33016
305-822-3880
narriaga@avantinutrition.com www.avantinutrition.com
Boca Bearing Company 1420 Neptune Drive, Suite A Boynton Beach, FL 33426
561-998-0004
ap@bocabearings.com www.bocabearings.com
Falcon Aerospace Inc
Weston FL 33331
954-771-9338
ssurico@falconaerospace.com www.falconaerospace.com
First in Photo
Hollywood, FL 33021
305-766-9120
www.firstinphoto.smugmug.com
National Marine Suppliers FT Lauderdale FL 33315
954-764-0975
mary@nationalmarine.com www.nationalmarine.com]
Strictly Reptiles, Inc
6450 Stirling Rd. Davie, FL 33024
954-967-8310
www.strictlyreptiles.tv
Tailored Arms
P. O. Box 371115
KEY LARGO, FL 33037
305-850-9886
tailoredarms@gmail.com Tailoredarms.com
Terra Flowers, LLC
DBA Sole Farms
800 NW 62nd Ave, Ste 510 Miami, FL 33126
305-397-0183
boris.cordisco@solefarms.com www.solefarms.com
Zuma & Sons
Distributor Corp.
10800 N.W. 100th Street, Suite 1 Miami, FL 33178
305-887-0089 www.zumaandsons.com
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Robert Lockwood
Darling Nelson
Beverly Newman
Wil Peña
Linda Popp
Robert Stuart
Dennis Ward
Casey Watkins
Sue Woltanski
The journey to Key Largo is filled with unforgettable detours. Glide through the River of Grass on an Everglades boat tour, skim the waves on a WaveRunner®, or soar above the sea on a parasail ride. Make a splash with dolphins and see why they’re another kind of best friend! Catch a glowing orange sunset on a relaxing cruise and more. In town, enjoy endless options at local parks, like the Jacobs Aquatic Center in Key Largo Community Park.
African Queen
257 Atlantic Boulevard
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-8080
www.africanqueenflkeys.com
Atlantic to Everglades
Pontoon Boat Tours
43 Garden Cove Drive
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-680-8841
www.floridafishingkayaks.com
Coral Reef Park Company
John PenneKamp State Park
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-6300
www.pennekamppark.com
Dolphins Plus
101900 Overseas Hwy
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-4060
www.dolphinsplus.com
Dolphins Plus
Marine Mammal Responder
31 Corrine Place
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-453-4321
www.dpmmr.org
Florida Keys Swim with Dolphins Tour
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-501-4898
www.floridakeysswimwithdolphins.com
Florida Keys
Wild Bird Center
92080 Overseas Highway
Tavernier, FL 33070
305-852-4486
www.keepthemflying.org
Island Dolphin Care
150 Lorelane Place
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-453-5399
www.islanddolphincare.org
Jacobs Aquatic Center
320 Laguna Avenue
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-453-7946
www.jacobsaquaticcenter.org
Jules Undersea Lodge
51 Shoreland Drive
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-2353
www.jul.com
Mote Marine Lab
103800 Overseas Hwy
Key Largo, FL 33037
941-504-6057
www.mote.org/keylargo
REEF Environmental
Education Foundation
98300 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-852-0030
jill@reef.org www.reef.org/
Pinfish Entertainment
91214 Overseas HWY
Tavernier, FL 33070
305-337-0121
www.pinfishentertainment.com
Florida Bay Forever
81224 Overseas Hwy. Islamorada, FL 33036
305-509-7545
www.floridabayforever.org
Florida Keys Brewing Company
200 Morada Way, Islamorada, FL 33036
305-916-5206
www.floridakeysbrewingco.com
Florida Keys History & Discovery Center
82100 Overseas Highway Islamorada, FL 33036
305-922-2237
www.keysdiscovery.com
History of Diving Museum
82990 Overseas Highway Islamorada, FL 33036
305-664-9737
www.divingmuseum.org
Islamorada Brewery & Distillery
82229 Overseas Highway
Islamorada, FL 33036
305-508-9093
www.islamoradabeerco.com
Robbie’s of Islamorada
77522 Overseas Hwy
Islamorada, FL 33036
305-664-8070
www.robbies.com
Theater of the Sea
84721 Overseas Highway Islamorada, FL 33036
305-664-2431 www.theaterofthesea.com
Dolphin Research Center
58901 Overseas Highway
Grassy Key, FL 33050
305-289-1121
www.dolphins.org
Marathon
Aquarium Encounters
11710 Overseas Highway
Marathon, FL 33050
305-407-3262
www.floridakeysaquariumencounters.com
Florida Keys
Wildlife Society
Big Pine Key, FL 33043
305-872-0774
www.floridakeyswildlifesociety.org
Coral Castle
28655 South Dixie Highway
Homestead, FL 33033
305-248-6345
www.coralcastle.com
Everglades
Alligator Farm 40351 SW 192nd Avenue
Homestead, FL 33034
305-247-2628
www.everglades.com
Everglades Outpost
Wildlife Sanctuary 5601 SW 192 Ave
Homestead, FL 33034
305-247-8000
www.evergladesoutpost.org
Flamingo Adventures at Everglades National Park
1 Flamingo Lodge Hwy Homestead, FL 33034
239-695-1095
www.flamingoeverglades.com
Whether you’re here for a weekend or a season, Key Largo and the Florida Keys offer vibrant events year-round celebrating our unique culture, history, art, and island flavor. Every month brings something special! A local favorite is the Key Largo Chamber’s 4th of July Celebration—proudly hosted for 49 years—featuring a lively parade, family-friendly picnic, and spectacular fireworks over the Florida Bay. Don’t miss the fun. From food festivals like Taste the Keys, to art shows, music festivals and more, there’s always something going on. Scan the QR code to explore our Chamber-hosted events and other exciting happenings throughout Key Largo and the Upper Keys.
Scan the QR code to explore our Chamber-hosted events and other exciting happenings throughout Key Largo and the Upper Keys!
Or visit www.Fla-Keys.com/calendar or call us at 305-451-1414
Get ready to eat your way through paradise! The Key Largo Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to introduce Taste the Keys, a month-long culinary celebration showcasing the diverse and delicious cuisine of Key Largo and the Upper Keys. Inspired by Miami Spice, this flavorful adventure runs October 1–31, 2025, and invites food lovers to enjoy specially crafted prix fixe menus at participating restaurants.
But this isn’t just any dining event—it’s a fantasy feast quest through the islands. Expect more than just traditional threecourse meals. We’re teaming up with select restaurants and hotels to create signature dining experiences that reflect the spirit and flavor of the Florida Keys. Think fresh seafood, Caribbean flair, tropical cocktails, and a generous serving of local hospitality. Adding even more spice to the month, Taste the Keys Trolley Foodie Tours will roll out on select Thursday evenings. These guided tours whisk up to 40 guests on a culinary crawl to 4–5 top eateries, where each stop includes a curated “taste” and paired drink. After a successful preview event in 2024, we’re excited to bring this experience back for more unforgettable foodie fun.
We welcome restaurants and hotels across the Keys to participate, but this year’s spotlight shines on Key Largo and the Upper Keys. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, Taste the Keys promises a delicious dive into our island cuisine.
Explore more at www.tastethekeys.com.
Local Keys residents Tony and Isis Wright started building Italian Food Company four years ago with a hopeful idea. Their pandemic origins seem like an unlikely venture with no prior restaurant experience and the state of the service industry in flux. Fast-forward to 2024, and they now have three locations, a loyal following, Italian chefs and top-grade pizza makers, and a new waterside concept slated to open in the coming months.
Italian Food Company Key Largo was the first to open in 2021 and is a testament to their attention to detail and passion for food. Both grew up in a culture of generous hospitality and the comfort of home-cooked food, with large extended family gatherings and the spirit of shared meals ingrained in their upbringings. The couple leaned heavily on Tony’s Italian family and culture, the son of an American Military veteran and Sicilian mother with a deep repository of authentic recipes. The Key Largo restaurant opened with authentic Neapolitan pizzas and many treasured recipes shared by Tony’s mother, Maria. “Dishes like eggplant parmigiana, lasagna, and especially the polpette al sugo (meatballs) were weekend favorites in our family and are now staples at Italian Food Company,” Isis explains. Maria, who lives a few miles from the restaurant, hand rolls the meatballs every Tuesday, Isis says. It’s a labor of love, she details, and the job of meatballs, fresh sauces, soups, and baked pasta is always under the
watchful eye of Maria and the entire family.
Six months after opening their flagship Key Largo location, serendipity and a wave of community support emboldened the Wrights to invest their talents and love of everything Italy in the neighboring Village of Islamorada. There were a few more Italians in town, with the Wrights wooing native Italian Chef Raffaele and tenured Italian servers from Miami to take a chance on the concept of Italian Food Company. “There is a sensory and emotional experience that happens when you travel to Italy,” Isis describes. “Artisans and trades are very much alive in Italy with handpainted ceramics, beautiful landscapes and architecture, a true farm-to-table experience with fresh ingredients, and the laughter and chatter of Italians enjoying life,” she adds. The Wrights took a page from the scenic town of Taormina, Italy, and imported all the essentials to re-create Authentic Italy. The town Mayor of Taormina may give the Wrights a Key to their city, with local Artisan Franco being the chief exporter of all their intricate hand-painted lava tables. Their tables, handpainted murals, imported products, family recipes, and native Italian staff make for a truly Italian experience without a passport. Islamorada made its mark on the dining scene, bringing an extensive menu of seafood appetizers, meat and fish entrees, pastas, and daily specials.
Italy’s food culture has
regional nuances, and they found an opportunity to highlight Roman-style pizzas, sandwiches, and other delights with their third location in Tavernier, Italian Food Company Express. One aspect of Italian Food Company that the owners are most proud of is their appeal to large demographic and generational families. “We have so many groups and families share their special moments with us; it’s very inspiring,” Isis mentions. In Italy, restaurants and neighborhood eateries are where people go to connect, talk, and share stories. “Everyone feels at home at our restaurants, and it is not uncommon for our guests to share selfies and a hug with one of our staff before leaving,” Isis adds. Their third location was previously home to beloved Chad’s Deli, and the Wrights have picked up where the late Chad Gardener left off, offering locals and visitors alike a second home with fresh, flavorful meals served with a bit of Italian love.
Word travels fast in Italy, with Italian tourists stopping at one of the Italian Food Company locations before heading south to Key West. We caught a couple asking the owner, Tony, “Parla Italiano?” in their Tavernier location, to which they chatted and laughed while Tony
recommended an assortment of appetizers and entrees. The local chapter of the Sons and Daughters of Italy makes their weekly rounds at Italian Food Company, and it seems, indeed, a burgeoning community of Keys Italians is taking root and adding a bountiful breadth of flavors and cultural beauty to the Island chain of the Florida Keys. In their unintentional journey as restauranteurs, the Wrights made another big splash with a new concept in the summer of 2024. That’s when they opened Lido 73, a restaurant/snack cafe modeled on a favorite beach club from Taormina, Sicily, with grilled meats and fish, sandwiches, and flatbreads, and a “fun atmosphere.”
The new addition is in a waterside location off Tavernier Creek and accessible by boat or land.” We have many memories of the Mazzaro beach club in Taormina with our family and friends. It is a dream that we’ll be able to share bits and pieces of the things that have filled our hearts with our community and visiting guests. “ Isis concludes.
For information on Italian Food Company, visit their website at www.italianfoodcompany.com. Make sure to follow them on Instagram @theitalianfoodcompany for updates on IFC and Lido 73.
Hungry after a day of adventure or gearing up for more? Key Largo’s restaurants offer a delicious range of options. Don’t leave without trying fresh local catch like snapper, mahi-mahi, grouper, or tuna at a top-notch fish house. Be sure to sample a warm conch fritter—and finish with classic key lime pie. Many spots also feature live music, so stick around for cocktails and soak in the island vibe. Dancing into the night is all part of the experience!
Key Largo
A Dinner in Paradise
Private Chef
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-905-7732
www.adinnerinparadise.com
Bayside Grill
99540 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-3380
www.keylargo-baysidegrill.com
Buzzards Roost Restaurant
21 Garden Cove Drive
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-453-3746
www.buzzardsroostkeylargo.com
Cafe Largo
99530 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-4885
www.key-largo-restaurants.com
C & C Wood Fired Eats
99201 Overseas Hwy
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-0995
www.candcwoodfiredeats.com
Denny’s Latin Café
99610 Overseas Hwy.
Key Largo FL 33037
305-451-3665
www.dennyslatincafe.com
Doc’s Diner
99696 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-2895
www.docsdinerkeylargo.com
Eat Florida Seafood Inc
612 Portia Cr.
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-522-3194
www.eatfloridaseafood.com
Gilberts Resort Tiki Bar
107900 Overseas Hwy
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-1133
www.gilbertsresort.com
Italian Food Company
98070 Overseas Hwy
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-440-2700
www.italianfoodcompany.com
Jimmy Johnson’s Big Chill
104000 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-453-9066
www.jjsbigchill.com
Key Largo Chocolates & Ice Cream
100470 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-453-6613
www.keylargochocolates.com
Key Largo Conch House
100211 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-453-4844
www.keylargoconchhouse.com
Key Largo Fisheries
1313 Ocean Bay Drive
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-3782
www.keylargofisheries.com
Lazy Lobster Restaurant 102770 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-0565
www.lazylobsterinthekeys.com
McDonald’s
100970 Overseas Highway
305-451-5861 www.mcdonalds.com
Mrs. Mac’s Kitchen I
99336 Overseas Hwy.
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-3722
www.mrsmacskitchen.com
Mrs. Mac’s Kitchen II
99020 Overseas Hwy.
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-6227
www.mrsmacskitchen.com
Pilot House Restaurant and Marina
13 Seagate Blvd
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-3142
www.pilothousemarina.com
Sal’s Ballyhoo’s
97860 Overseas Hwy
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-852-0822
www.ballyhoosrestaurant.com
Sandbar Donuts
102840 Overseas Hwy
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-619-4541
www.sandbardonuts.com
Saltys Bar and Grill
103900 Overseas Hwy
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-1592
www.saltyskeylargo.com
Sharkey’s Pub & Grill
522 Caribbean Drive
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-453-1905
www.sharkeysgalley.com
Skipper’s Dockside
528 Caribbean Drive
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-453-9794
www.skippersdockside.com
Snappers Oceanfront Restaurant & Bar
139 Seaside Avenue
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-852-5956
www.snapperskeylargo.com
Snooks Bayside Restaurant & Grand Tiki
99470 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-453-5004
www.snooks.com
Sparky’s Sweet Treats
99625 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-998-4103
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Sundowners Restaurant
103900 Overseas Hwy
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-4502
www.sundownerskeylargo.com
The Armory Speakeasy
102255 Overseas Hwy.
Key Largo, FL 33037
www.thearmoryspeakeasy.com/
The Catch
102041 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-204-4143
www.thecatchrestaurantkeylargo.com
The Fish House Restaurant & Seafood Market
102401 Overseas Hwy
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-4665
www.fishhouse.com
Tower of Pizza
100600 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-1461
www.towerofpizzakeylargo.com
Zaika Key Largo Indian Cuisine
105045 Overseas Hwy.
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-741-7005
www.zaikakeylargo.com
Crooked Palm Cabana 90184 Overseas Hwy
Tavernier, FL 33070
305-741-7104
www.crookedpalmdistillery.com/cabana
Italian Food Company Express
92330 Overseas Highway
Tavernier, FL 33070
305-707-0164
www.italianfoodcompany.com
Lido 73
90451 Old Hwy.
Tavernier, FL 33037
786-982-0060
www.lido73.com
Islamorada
Italian Food Company Islamorada
82779 Overseas Highway
Islamorada, FL 33036
305-786-7127
www.italianfoodcompany.com
Mangrove Mike’s Cafe
82200 Overseas HWY
Islamorada, FL 33036
305-664-8022
www.mangrovemikes.com
Marathon
Porky’s Bayside Restaurant and Marina
1400 Overseas Hwy
Marathon, FL 33050
832-332-5393
www.porkysbaysidebbq.com
WRITTEN BY SUZI YOUNGBERG
Nestled in the heart of Key Largo, amid the tranquil beauty of our coastal paradise, lies a community that cherishes its furry companions just as much as its breathtaking vistas. From the loyal dogs that accompany us on sunset strolls to the curious cats that share our homes, pets are an integral part of the Key Largo experience. In this article, we celebrate the bond between humans and animals by exploring the array of animal services available in our area, each dedicated to the well-being of our beloved four-legged friends.
At the forefront of our pet-friendly community stands
the Humane Animal Care Coalition, the County Animal Shelter, a beacon of hope for animals in need. Located at the north end of Key Largo, they welcome visitors, inviting them to embark on a journey of compassion and companionship. Here, prospective pet parents can meet a diverse array of furry residents, each with their own unique story and personality. From playful puppies to wise old souls, the shelter offers a second chance at happiness for animals of all shapes and sizes. By providing a safe haven for homeless pets and facilitating adoptions to loving homes, the Humane Animal Care Coalition
embodies the spirit of empathy and kindness that defines our community.
In addition to the county shelter, Key Largo is also home to a dedicated network of pet rescues, each committed to making a difference in the lives of animals. One such organization is MarrVelous Pet Rescues, a grassroots initiative fueled by the passion and dedication of its small staff, board members, and volunteers. Unlike traditional shelters, this rescue operates on a foster-based model, providing temporary homes for animals in need until they find their forever families. Through a combination of
outreach programs, including spay/neuter and microchip clinics, adoption events, and community partnerships, MarrVelous Pet Rescues strives to create a world where every pet has a loving home to call their own.
But our love for animals extends beyond the realm of domestic pets, reaching even the wildest corners of our imagination. Just a bit off the beaten path in Key Largo lies the Pawsitive Beginnings Fox Rescue, a sanctuary dedicated to providing a safe and happy home to foxes that have been saved from fur farms. Through education and advocacy efforts, Pawsitive Beginnings seeks to raise awareness about the continued existence of fur farms and the killing of defenseless animals for their fur. They also offer unique animal-assisted therapy programs, using the inspiring stories of the foxes, who are true survivors, to
provide hope and healing and serve as living examples of resilience.
Of course, no discussion of animal services in Key Largo would be complete without mentioning the unsung heroes of our furry companions’ health and well-being: our local veterinarians. From routine check-ups to emergency care, Island Hammock Pet Hospital works tirelessly to ensure that our pets receive the best possible medical attention. Whether it’s a wagging tail or a contented purr, the gratitude of our beloved animals serves as a testament to the invaluable role that these veterinarians play in our lives.
Key Largo is also fortunate to house a local, family owned pet store, Keys Kritters, where you can find all the supplies and resources for pets from dogs to reptiles!
As residents and visitors alike, we are fortunate to live in a community that values the bond
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between humans and animals. Whether we’re exploring the depths of the ocean or basking in the warmth of the sun, our furry companions are always by our side, enriching our lives in ways we never thought possible. So let us continue to cherish and celebrate the animals that bring joy, laughter, and unconditional love into our hearts, for they truly are the soul of Key Largo.
in Key Largo:
X Baker’s Cay Resort
97000 Overseas Hwy., Key Largo, 305-852-5553
X Bayside Inn
99490 Overseas Hwy., Key Largo. 305-451-4450
X Courtyard by Marriott 99751 Overseas Hwy., Key Largo. 305-451-3939
X Holiday Inn
99701 Overseas Hwy.,
Key Largo. 305-451-2121
X Key Largo Cottages at Key Lime Sailing Club 99306 Overseas Hwy., Key Largo, 305-451-3438
X Marina Del Mar 527 Caribbean Dr., Key Largo, 305-451-4107
X Reefhouse Resort & Marina, 103800 Overseas Hwy., Key Largo, 305-453-0000
X Sunset Cove Beach Resort, 99360 Overseas Hwy., Key Largo, 305-451-0705
X Waterside Suites & Marina, 201 Ocean Dr., Key Largo, 305-451-5081
Dog Friendly Beaches in the Florida
Keys:
X Anne’s Beach Islamorada, MM 73
X Veterans Park Little Duck Key, MM 62
X Coco Plum Beach Marathon, MM 54
X Sombrero Beach Marathon, MM 50
X Old Boca Chica Road Big Pine, MM 10.8
X Vernon Waddell Key West, MM 0
Step off the water and enjoy a relaxing day shopping in Key Largo. From quirky T-shirt shops to charming galleries, you’ll find plenty of island treasures. Browse stores for unique souvenirs, cigars, pottery, nautical jewelry, tropical home décor, gifts, local gourmet treats, and fun island fashion. Take a piece of paradise
Anthony’s
Clothing Store
98200 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-852-4515
www.anthonysfla.com
Divers Direct
99621 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-0118
www.diversdirect.com
Florida Bay Outfitters
104050 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-3018
www.floridabayoutfitters.com
Gordon Food Service
99615 Overseas Highway
Key largo, FL 33037
305-317-1016
www.gfsstore.com/locations/ key-largo
Island Smoke Shop
103400 Overseas Highway #106
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-453-4014
www.islandsmokeshop.com
John’s General Store
102411 Overseas Hwy.
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-453-9144
www.sandalfactory.com
Key Largo
Art Gallery
103200 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-0052
www.keylargoartgallery.com
KLI - Shell Lumber
102265 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-0311
www.klishell.com
Phantom Fireworks
106150 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-1198 www.fireworks.com
Publix
Supermarkets Inc.
101437 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-0808 www.publix.com
Royal Furniture 98950 Overseas Hwy
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-5700
www.keysfurniture.com
RR Island Boutique LLC
103400 Overseas Hwy.
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-587-3132
www.rrislandboutique.com
Sandal Factory Outlet/ T-Shirt City
102411 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-453-9644
www.sandalfactory.com
Shell World
97600 Overseas Hwy
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-852-8245
www.shellworldflkeys.com
The Leaf Health
100650 Overseas Highway Key Largo, FL 33037 305-854-9909
Tradewinds Liquors 101441 Overseas Hwy
Key Largo, FL 33037 305-451-5958
T.J. Maxx 101437 Overseas Hwy. Key Largo, FL 33037 www.tjx.com
DePaula Jewelers 91200 Overseas Highway Tavernier, FL 33070 305-852-4881 www.depaulas.com
Fischer and Sons Jewelers
102991 Overseas Hwy Key Largo FL 33037 305-247-6911
Tavernier ACE Hardware
91900 Overseas Highway Tavernier, FL 33070 305-852-2511 www.tavernierhardware.com
Keys Deep Apparel
81650 Overseas Hwy Islamorada, FL 33036 786-385-2393
www.keysdeep.com
The Florida Keys are a chain of limestone islands that extend from the southern tip of the Florida mainland southwest to the Dry Tortugas, a distance of approximately 220 miles. They are island remnants of ancient coral reefs (Upper Keys) and sand bars (Lower Keys) that flourished during a period of higher sea levels approximately 125,000 years ago (a period of geologic time known as the Pleistocene Epoch).
During the last ice age (100,000 years ago) sea level dropped, exposing the ancient coral reefs and sand bars which became fossilized over time to
Flying Fisherman
Islamorada, FL 33036
305-852-8989
www.flyingfisherman.com
Southern Tide
81610 Overseas Highway
Islamorada, FL 33036
305-307-8530
www.southerntide.com
Marathon
Key Lime Products
1101 Overseas Hwy.
Marathon, FL 33050
305-849-5642
keylimetree@hotmail.com
Online Shopping Stream2Sea
Wauchula, FL 33873
866-960-9513
www.stream2sea.com
form the rock that makes up the island chain today. The two dominate rock formations in the Keys are Key Largo Limestone and Miami Oolite.
During this time of lower sea levels, the Florida land mass was much larger than it is today and the area now referred to as Florida Bay was forested. As glaciers and polar ice caps started melting 15,000 years ago, flooding of land combined with tidal influence changed the geography of the Keys and their surrounding areas.
The Keys Salt Scrub
Tavernier, FL 33070
305-852-9499
www.thekeyssaltscrub.com
Mad Cave Studios LLC
8838 SW 129th St. Miami, FL 33176
786-271-1022
www.madcavestudios.com
TENNIS PLAZA
2749 NW 82nd ave Doral, FL 33122
786-558-6866
Www.tennisplaza.com
The Knotty Dawg
34 Eagle Drive
Key Largo, FL 33037
786-234-0718
www.theknottydawg.com
Come see us in Key Largo at 99510 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo, FL, 33037 Open Monday — Saturday from 9:30AM to 4:30PM 305-451-2882 Call for pickup
Anchors Away Boat Rental
137 Severino Dr
Islamorada, FL 33036
305-896-2219
www.boatrentalfloridakeys.com
Reef Marine Inc.
85501 Overseas Hwy Islamorada, FL 33036
305-684-9031
www.skithekeys.com
Captain Slate’s Scuba
Adventures
90791 Old Highway, Unit 1
Tavernier, FL 33070
305-451-3020
www.captainslate.com
Caribbean Watersports
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-852-4707
www.caribbeanwatersports.com
Conch Republic Divers
90800 Overseas Highway #9
Tavernier, FL 33070
305-852-1655
www.conchrepublicdivers.com
Horizon Divers
105800 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-453-3535
www.horizondivers.com
There’s no shortage of ways to enjoy the water in Key Largo. Drop a line in crystal-clear waters and reel in a catch, or grab a mask to explore our stunning coral reefs and the iconic Spiegel Grove artificial reef. Whatever your adventure, you’ll find plenty of charters ready to make it happen.
Kraken’s Lair Diving
92200 Overseas Hwy. Suite 120-10F
Tavernier, FL 33070
645-300-3483
www.kldiving.com
Island Ventures
13 Seagate Blvd
Key Largo FL 33037
305-451-4957
dive@islandventure.com
Snorkeling by Sundiver 102840 Overseas Hwy
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-2220 www.snorkelingisfun.com
Captain Sterling’s Everglades & Ecology Tours
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-394-7422 www.captainsterling.com
Everglades Airboat Expeditions
5334 FL-90 Miami, FL 33185
888-385-8687
info@miamieverglades.com
KeyZ Charters
77522 Overseas Hwy. Islamorada, FL 33036
305-393-1394
www.keyzcharters.com
Allergic To Land Charters
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-393-0842
www.allergictolandcharters.com
Bamboo Charters 81576 Overseas Highway Islamorada, FL 33070
305-394-0000 www.bamboocharters.com
Blackbeard Private Charters 23 Snapper Ave. Islamorada, FL 33070 843-422-5977
www.blackbeardprivatechartersl.com
C & C Aqua Adventures, LLC
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-731-5611 www.candcaquaadventures.com
Key Largo Captain Steve
Key Largo, FL 33037
509-860-1446
keylargocaptain@gmail.com
Sailors Choice
Fishing Charters
Holiday Inn Marina MM 100 Oceanside
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-1802
www.sailorschoicefishingboat.com
Cruisin’ Tikis Key Largo Two Locations
Sundowners & Snooks
Key Largo, FL 33037
800-941-7080
www.cruisintikiskeylargo.com
Glass Bottom Boat Tours
77522 Overseas Hwy Islamorada FL 33036
305-214-5277
info@glassbottomtour.com www.glassbottomtour.com
Key Largo Princess
Holiday Inn Marina, MM 100 Oceanside
Key Largo, FL 33037
305-451-4655
www.keylargoprincess.com
My Keys Tours
Islamorada, FL 33036
305-360-1731
www.mykeystours.com
A Family Fun Boat Tour Company
MM85.9 Bayside at IslaMarina Islamorada, FL 33036
305-896-2915
www.familyfunboattours.com
Calypso Watersports & Charters
257 Atlantic Blvd., Key Largo, FL 33037
305-896-8004
www.calypsosailing.com
Eazy Goings
Watersports
Key Largo, FL 33037
786-505-0332
www.eazy-goings.com
Florida Keys Kayak and Ski 77522 Overseas Hwy Islamorada, FL 33036 305-664-4878
www.kayakthefloridakeys.com
JSK Watersports of Florida Keys 90311 Old Highway Tavernier, FL 33070
305-998-9373
www.jskwatersports.com
Key Largo Parasail 103900 Overseas Highway Key Largo, FL 33037
305-747-0032
www.keylargoparasail.com
Pirates Cove Watersports
103800 Overseas Hwy. Key Largo, FL 33037
305-453-9881
www.pcwatersports.com
Tiki Water Sports, Inc. Key Largo, FL 33037
305-852-9298
www.tikiwatersports.net
Whether you prefer upscale resorts or cozy mom-and-pop stays, Key Largo has the perfect place for you. Choose a breezy bayside bungalow with watersports, or unwind at a luxury resort with dining, a spa, and all the extras.
Anchorage Resort & Yacht Club
MM 107.8 B/S. 305-451-0500. Located on the Intracoastal Waterway overlooking Blackwater Sound. All units are waterfront suits with a private screened balcony. Tennis court, shuffleboard, pool & hot tub, gas grills, laundry facilities. www.AnchorageKeyLargo.com
Atlantic Bay Resort
MM 92.5 B/S, 160 Sterling Rd., Tavernier. 305-852-5248. Directly on Florida Bay. Enjoy the seclusion and intimacy of this resort-motel built on a 3-acre private homestead with over 500 feet of waterfront. Heated pool. www.atlanticbayresort.com
Baker’s Cay Resort Key Largo
MM 97 B/S, Key Largo. 305-852-5553 or 888-871-3437. Handicap rooms available. 2 pools, beach, dock and marina, tennis courts, Jacuzzi, watersports, workout room. 3 restaurants, tiki bar and lounges. Weekend kids’ activities. www.bakerscay.com
Bay Harbor Lodge
MM 97.7 B/S, 97702 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo. 305-852-5695 or 800-385-0986. Tropical bayfront resort with paddleboat, kayaks and heated freshwater pool. Tastefully appointed cottages, efficiencies and rooms. Fishing pier, dock, BBQ grills, WIFI. Dive and wedding packages available. www.bayharborkeylargo.com
Bayside Inn Key Largo
MM 99.5 B/S, 99490 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo. 305-451-4450 or 800-242-5229. Waterfront hotel with sandy beach, heated pool. Walk to dining and shopping. Beach area offers incredible sunsets; onsite weddings. All rooms w/refrigerator & microwave Complimentary continental breakfast, parking and WiFi. www.baysidekeylargo.com
Bungalows Key Largo
MM 99.2 B/S, Key Largo. 305-363-2830. All inclusive, adults only resort with beachfront and island bungalows. Infinity pool, beach, Zen garden, Fitness Tiki and Zen pool. Non-motorized watersports. Daily live entertainment. 3 restaurants on site. Also offers wedding and corporate/group events. www.bungalowskeylargo.com
Coconut Bay Resort
MM 97.7 B/S, 97770 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo. 305-852-1625 or 800-385-0986. Villa, efficiencies, and rooms set among lush tropical beachfront. Heated freshwater pool, kayaks and paddleboat. BBQ grills, dock, WIFI, refrigerators, microwaves. Dive, wedding packages available. www.bayharborkeylargo.com
Zip codes: Florida City 33034 • Homestead 33030 • Islamorada 33036 • Key Largo 33037 • Tavernier 33070 Marathon 33050 • Key West 33040
Key: MM=Mile Marker, B/S=Bayside, O/S=Oceanside, M=Median
Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, but please check with the businesses listed to verify information and availability.
Coconut Palm Inn
MM 92 B/S, 198 Harborview Dr., Tavernier, 305-852-3017. Rated top 40 Secret Beach Hideaways by Travel + Leisure 2010. 19 rooms and suites and just the right amenities. Wi-fi, alfresco breakfast, kayaks, dockage, boat ramp and pool. www.coconutpalminn.com
Courtyard by Marriott Key Largo
MM 99.7 O/S, Key Largo. 305-451-3939 or 800-272-6232. Oversized rooms with refrigerators, coffee makers, private balconies, pool, Jacuzzi, covered parking, dock, marina and on-site Bistro offers breakfast. www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/mthcy-courtyard-key-largo/overview
Dolphin Point Villas
MM 102 B/S. Key Largo. 305-451-0315. For a true taste of Florida Keys living, artfully designed and decorated. Soaring vaulted ceilings, wrap around porches, Villas provide a gourmet kitchen. Open floor plan living space & laundry room. Special events, romantic getaways, family vacations, reunions & weddings. www.dolphinpointvillas.com
Drift
MM 95.3 B/S, Key Largo. 305-852-8114. Modern beach motel. Private beach, dock, flat screen TVs, fire pits, kitchen facilities, coffee maker & mini fridge in all rooms. Service Animals Only Friendly, clean and quiet. Boat & trailer space under 25 ft. www.drifthotelkeylargo.com
Gilberts Resort
MM 107.9 O/S. Key Largo, 305-451-1133. Newly Renovated Keys Style Hotel with waterfront rooms, tiki bar, restaurant, swimming pool, marina, and beach. Service animals allowed. Wi-Fi available www.gilbertsresort.com
Holiday Inn Key Largo
MM 100 O/S, Key Largo. 305-451-2121 or U.S.: 866-733-8554. Refrigerators, coffee maker, hair dryer, dock, ramp, marina, freshwater pool, exercise room, playground, diving, snorkeling, glass-bottom boat, restaurant and tiki bar, and entertainment. Dive packages and meeting rooms available. www.ihg.com/holidayinn/hotels/us/en/key-largo/kylfl/hoteldetail
Key Largo Cottages @ Key Lime Sailing Club
MM 99 B/S, Key Largo. 305-451-3438. Each cottage includes its own 22-foot sailboat at no extra charge. Small pets OK. www.Keylimesailingclub.com
Kona Kai Resort, Gallery & Botanic Gardens MM 97.8 B/S, 97802 Overseas Hwy., Key Largo. 800-365-STAY (7829) or 305-852-7200. On the waters of Florida Bay, Kona Kai is a tropically landscaped sanctuary of Floribbean-style accommodations reserved exclusively for adults. This refined, island-style oasis is romantic, quiet and carefree. Regularly recommended by leading travel publications, Kona Kai Resort is the perfect alternative to the crowds and formality of a big resort. 2010 Fodor’s Choice recipient. www.konakairesort.com
Marina Del Mar Resort & Marina MM 100 O/S, 527 Caribbean Dr., Key Largo. 305-451-4107 or 800-451-3483. Rooms and suites located on a deep-water marina. Dockage available, dive charters, snorkeling, fishing, parasailing, boat rentals, freshwater heated pool, ramp, sundeck, Jacuzzi, Nautilus fitness center, laundry & 2 lighted tennis courts. 2 restaurants on site. www.marinadelmarkeylargo.com
Zip codes: Florida City 33034 • Homestead 33030 • Islamorada 33036 • Key Largo 33037 • Tavernier 33070 • Marathon 33050 • Key West 33040
Key: MM=Mile Marker, B/S=Bayside, O/S=Oceanside, M=Median
Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, but please check with the businesses listed to verify information and availability.
Ocean Pointe Suites
500 Burton Dr., O/S, Tavernier. www.opsuites.com. Call for rates, 305-853-3000 or 800-882-9464. 60-acre oceanfront mangrove preserve, all suites with kitchens, most with whirlpool tubs, marina, tennis courts, Olympic size pool, Jacuzzi, café and lounge, private beach, BBQ and picnic areas, volleyball, kayak rentals. www.providentresorts.com/ocean-pointe-suites-at-key-largo
Playa Largo Resort & Spa
MM 97.5 B/S Key Largo. 305-853-1001. Luxury rooms, suites and private bungalows on 14 secluded beachfront acres. Resort pool, fire pits, tiki bars, boating, watersports, private marina, restaurants, full service spa, salon and fitness center. Kids activity and Nature Learning Center. Wedding, banquet and conference facilities. www.playalargoresort.com
Reefhouse Resort & Marina
MM 103.8 B/S, Key Largo. 305-453-0000 or 866-928-2729. Call the toll-free number for rates. Hotel rooms and suites. Beach, pool, Jacuzzi, spa, dockage available, ramp, kitchen facilities, restaurant, lounge, tiki bar, shops, fitness center and meeting rooms. Dive packages available. www.reefhousekeylargo.com
Rock Reef Resort
MM 98 B/S, Key Largo. 305-852-2401 or 800-477-2343. Enjoy the causal charm and unique atmosphere of a family-owned and operated resort in Key Largo. Clean, comfortable rooms, efficiencies, family suites and beachfront cottages are non-smoking, AC, flat screen TV, maid service and Wi-Fi. Property now has temperature controlled pool. Free use of kayaks & paddle boat. www.rockreefresort.com
Sunset Cove Beach Resort
MM 99.5 B/S, Key Largo. 305-451-0705 or 800-451-0705. Large tiki hut for entertaining, BBQ grills, dock and ramp, 30-foot white sand beach, kitchen facilities, kayaks, paddle boards and bike rentals. Free continental breakfast. www.sunsetcovebeachresort.com
The Pelican
MM 99.3 B/S Key Largo, 305-451-3576. Their vacation cottages are ideally located in Key Largo directly on Florida Bay – approximately one hour from Miami International Airport and two hours from Key West. Free Kayaks, Beach, Complimentary WIFI, BBQ Area, Docks/Boat Ramp, and Washers/Dryers. www.pelicankeylargo.com
Zip codes: Florida City 33034 • Homestead 33030 • Islamorada 33036 • Key Largo 33037 • Tavernier 33070 • Marathon 33050 • Key West 33040
Key: MM=Mile Marker, B/S=Bayside, O/S=Oceanside, M=Median
Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, but please check with the businesses listed to verify information and availability.
Breezy Palms Resort
MM 80 O/S, Islamorada. 305-664-2361. Freshwater heated pool, kitchen facilities, boat dockage, ramp, beach, snorkeling, grills, shuffleboard, volleyball. Private island available. Handicap accessible. www.breezypalms.com
Key Lantern Motel
MM 82.1 B/S, Islamorada. 305-664-4572. One of the lowest-priced motels in the FL Keys and close to everything. Nothing fancy, just clean, friendly and laid back. For the person who is always on the go and needs a place to sleep, clean up and relax, you have found the place. www.keylantern.com
Three Waters Resort & Marina
MM 82 O/S, Islamorada. 305-664-2031. Waterfront rooms, marina, dockage, tiki bar, outdoor pool, paddleboards, kayaks, bikes, fishing charters, and sunset views. Restaurant and entertainment on-site. www.threewatersresort.com
Ragged Edge Resort
MM 86.5 O/S, 243 Treasure Harbor Dr., Islamorada. 305-852-5389. Motel rooms, 1- and 2-bedroom suites and efficiencies. A/C, TV, heated freshwater pool, laundry room, shuffleboard, free bikes, BBQs, picnic areas, fishing pier, reserved dockage with electric and freshwater, launching ramp, cleaning tables, bait freezer. www.ragged-edge.com
Lime Tree Bay Resort
MM 68.5 B/S, 305-664-4740 - Lime Tree Bay is a true island oasis that features a quarter-mile, white-sand sunning beach with tiki huts, hammocks, and barbecue grills; multiple heated swimming pools; a private fishing pier. Complimentary amenities include daily continental breakfast, in-room bottled water, parking, Wi-Fi, unlimited use of kayaks, paddle boards, bicycles, tennis and dockage for boats up to 21 feet. www.limetreebayresort.com
Glunz Ocean Beach Hotel & Resort
351 E. Ocean Drive, Key Colony Beach. 305-289-0525 or 800-321-7213. Breathtaking sunrises just steps from the Atlantic Ocean on our private white sandy beach. Perfect for anyone looking for a Florida Keys vacation getaway with many adventures to fill your days. Drop a line off our fishing pier, snorkel in the ocean, sip on a cocktail from the adjacent Tiki Bar or just relax in our freshwater heated pool or hot tub/ spa. www.glunzoceanbeachhotel.com
Zip codes: Florida City
Key: MM=Mile Marker, B/S=Bayside, O/S=Oceanside, M=Median
Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, but please check with the businesses listed to verify information and availability.
Calusa Campground Resort & Marina
MM 101.5 B/S, Key Largo. 305-451-0232. Convenience store, rental units available. www.calusacampground.com
John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park
MM 102.5 O/S. 800-326-3521. www.floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/john-pennekamp-coral-reef-state-park
Key Largo Kampground & Marina
MM 101.5 O/S, Key Largo. 305-451-1431. MM 101.5 O/S, Key Largo. 305-451-1431 or 800-526-7688. Full hookup RV Sites, limited waterfront, Glamping tent, Tent sites with electricity, Boat ramps and slips; 2 Bath Houses, 2 Beaches, Laundry room. info@keylargokampground.com; www.keylargokampground.com
Keys Palms RV Resort
MM104.2 B/S, Key Largo. 305-440-2832. Luxury RV Resort with private sandy beach, Clubhouse, Community Center, Fitness gym, water, sewer & cable, private patios, dog walk area, washers & dryers & showers. www.keyspalmsrvresort.com
Zip codes: Florida City 33034 • Homestead 33030 • Islamorada 33036 • Key Largo 33037 • Tavernier 33070 • Marathon 33050 • Key West 33040
Key: MM=Mile Marker, B/S=Bayside, O/S=Oceanside, M=Median
Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, but please check with the businesses listed to verify information and availability.
Courtyard by Marriott-Miami/Homestead
2905 N.E. 9th St., Homestead. 305-257-4333 or 888-236-2427. All guest rooms and suites have 32” flat screen TVs, micro waves, refrigerators & coffee makers. Near to Homestead-Miami Speedway, Biscayne & Everglades Nat. Parks, Everglades Alligator Farm. Bistro restaurant and lounge, Starbucks coffee. Fitness Center, Business Center and temperature controlled pool. www.courtyardhomestead.com
Fairfield Inn & Suites Homestead Florida City 305-758-4770. 60 SW 352nd St, Florida City. Enjoy modern spacious guest rooms featuring free Wi-Fi, premium bedding, large 55-inch TVs, microwave, and a mini refrigerator. www.marriott.com/MIAFH
Hampton Inn & Suites-Miami South/Homestead
2855 N.E. 9th St., Homestead. 305-257-7000. 20 min. to the Florida Keys, 35 min. to Miami & beaches. 5 miles to Biscayne & Everglades Nat. Parks, 1 mile to Homestead Miami Speedway. Coffee makers, HD cable, 32” flat panel TVs, iron & ironing board. Fitness room, Business Center, comp. Breakfast & heated pool. Kid friendly. www.hilton.com/en/hotels/hstflhx-hampton
TownePlace Suites
935 N.E. 30th St., Homestead. 305-248-2001. TownePlace Suites is an extended-stay hotel. Relax and feel at home with a fully equipped kitchen and high-speed internet access. Free breakfast, complimentary on-site parking. www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/miatm-towne
Tru by Hilton & Home 2 Suites
77 NE 3rd Street, Homestead, FL 33030. 305-248-2100. Free hot breakfast, Wi-Fi, fitness center, business center, outdoor pool, pet-friendly rooms, EV charging, and parking. Close to Everglades, Biscayne National Park, and Homestead-Miami Speedway. www.hilton.com
Zip codes: Florida City 33034 • Homestead 33030 • Islamorada 33036 • Key Largo 33037 • Tavernier 33070 • Marathon 33050 • Key West 33040 Key: MM=Mile Marker, B/S=Bayside, O/S=Oceanside, M=Median
Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, but please check with the businesses listed to verify information and availability.
Barefeet Rentals
103400 Overseas Highway # 203, Key Largo. 305-394-9787. Vacation rental homes and condos from modest to magnificent. www.barefeetrentals.com
Florida Luxury Rentals
Serving Key Largo to Key West. 305-998-9922. Upscale vacation homes and waterfront estates with private pools, boat dockage, gourmet kitchens, and concierge services. Ideal for families, weddings, and corporate retreats.www.floridaluxuryrentals.com
Florida Keys Rental Store
MM 99.9, Key Largo. 305-451-3879 or 800-585-0584. Specializes in vacation rentals. Luxury to affordable private homes and condos. Weekly and monthly rates. www.floridakeysrentalstore.com
Freewheeler Vacations
MM 85.9 B/S, Islamorada, 85992 Overseas Highway, Islamorada. 305-664-2075 or 866-664-2075 Ocean and bayfront. Beach, tennis, BBQ, pool, dockage. www.freewheelervacations.com
Marathon Timeshare Rentals
877-815-4227. Rent or buy a timeshare for your next vacation. Call for rates. www.sellmytimesharenow.com/timeshare
Playa Largo Ocean Residences
MM 97.8 o/s. 888-606-5498 These pet-friendly Key Largo vacation rental homes are in a private community of oceanfront and ocean-view homes. With high-touch custom features, they offer a true home-away-from-home experience. Guests can enjoy access to an onsite community clubhouse and pool and full resort privileges at the Playa Largo Resort & Spa. 12
Reef Rentals
305-367-4280. 31 Ocean Reef Drive. The finest vacation rentals on Ocean Reef. Offering exceptionally elegant and unique properties for both short and long term rentals. www.reefrentals.com
Star Properties Destinations
305-680-9852. 99353 Overseas Hwy. Suite 9, Key Largo. Full service vacation rental and property management company. Vacation rentals in Ft. Lauderdale, Islamorada, Key Largo and Tavernier. Homes, townhouses, villas and condos. www.starpropertiesdestinations.com
Upper Keys Rentals
98880 Overseas Hwy., Key Largo. 305-453-2221. From Key Largo to Islamorada. We offer private homes, condos, and townhouses available for rent by the night, week, month or longer. www.upperkeysrentals.com
Imagine waking up on the day of your long-awaited vacation with pure excitement and joy. You jump out of bed enthusiastically, eager to start your adventure; pack your bags, load the car, and head to the airport. As you board the plane and take off towards your destination, you and your companions are all bubbling with anticipation. After a few hours, you land, retrieve your baggage, and pick up your rental car. You set off towards the vacation rental that you found online, feeling thrilled to finally arrive at your destination. However, as you arrive at the rental home after a long journey, you discover with great disappointment that you have nowhere to stay.
In recent years, vacation rentals have gained immense popularity as they provide a comfortable and homely environment and offer exceptional value over traditional vacation accommodations. However, before you decide to rent a vacation rental, you should consider a few crucial factors.
You must know the local licensing and rental restrictions affecting your stay to avoid legal issues or unpleasant surprises during your vacation.
Monroe County has distinct minimum-stay restrictions, license requirements, and laws about vacation rentals. To enforce these regulations, every area has a code enforcement division with a dedicated team to investigate any suspected illegal rental activity. This could be due to a neighbor’s complaint or if the enforcement agents find the property advertised on popular vacation rental websites like VRBO, Home Away, or Craigslist. Suppose an enforcement agent determines that an illegal rental activity is occurring. In that case, the vacationer who unwittingly booked the property becomes a party to this unlawful activity and risks ruining their vacation.
Homeowners and management companies must comply with local rental regulations and collect state sales tax and local bed tax from vacationers. If you plan to rent a vacation property, verifying
that these taxes are being charged and mentioned in the rental agreement is advisable. If a rental property is advertised without explicitly mentioning these taxes, it is a sign that the property may be rented out illegally.
It is recommended to ask questions before renting a private home for less than 28 nights, as such properties require a unique vacation rental number depending on the community. Homeowners operating legally should provide the name and number of the appropriate governing agency to verify the number’s legitimacy. Acquiring the license is expensive and time-consuming, so legitimate homeowners will be happy to provide their number. If homeowners refuse to give the number, it may be advisable to reconsider renting from them.
When renting vacation homes in gated communities, it’s important to note that not all meet the minimum stay requirement. However, they still have other legal requirements that must be met. To protect
your vacation investment, we highly recommend renting through a reputable and locally operated rental agency. These agencies are well-versed in each area’s licensing, tax laws, and minimum-stay restrictions. Moreover, they hold specific vacation rental and tax licenses, so you won’t have to worry about unpleasant surprises during your vacation.
If you’re planning a trip to Key Largo and need business recommendations, the Key Largo Chamber of Commerce is here to assist you. We suggest checking out Barefeet Rentals, Florida Keys Rental Store, and Freewheeler Vacations for your accommodation needs. Additionally, in the Guide, you can find a comprehensive list of “Places to Stay” that we highly recommend you browse to find the perfect spot for your vacation. We strive to make your visit to Key Largo as enjoyable and smooth as possible, so feel free to contact us for any assistance you may need.
Safe travels and enjoy all that Key Largo and the Florida Keys.
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P Safeguard coral while diving and snorkeling by using reef-safe sunscreen
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Start your adventure in paradise at the Key Largo Chamber of Commerce & Florida Keys Visitor Center at Mile Marker 106. It’s your go-to resource for insider tips, top attractions, and local secrets that will help you make the most of your time in Key Largo and beyond.
As the northernmost island in the chain, Key Largo is your gateway to the Florida Keys—and it’s a dream destination for nature lovers and underwater explorers. Known as the Diving Capital of the World, it offers world-class snorkeling and scuba diving, vibrant coral reefs, and iconic sites like the Spiegel Grove wreck and the Christ of the Deep statue.
Above the surface, adventure awaits in the lush mangrove forests, eco-tours, and parks like John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park, where you can kayak, paddleboard, fish, or explore a 30,000-gallon aquarium. Prefer to stay dry? Cruise the reefs aboard the Key Largo Princess glass-bottom boat for a window into the colorful world beneath the waves.
Key Largo’s charm is in its variety. Hike through Dagny Johnson Hammock Botanical State Park, unwind at Rowell’s Waterfront Park, swim with dolphins,
or even ride the historic African Queen. Whether you’re after a tiki cruise, backcountry fishing, or a DIY boat day, the adventures are endless.
Heading south, cross Tavernier Creek Bridge into the next chapter of the Keys. Once a fishing village, Tavernier is now a quaint stop on the way to Islamorada. Tavernier is home to several restaurants and including a taste of southern Italy on the creek and a new brewery. A little farther down, you’ll spot Betsy the Lobster, a 30-foot roadside icon and Instagram favorite. Next, you’ll find Islamorada, the sportfishing capital of the world.
Islamorada blends laid-back luxury with culture and outdoor fun—perfect for beach days, shopping, museums, and brewery hopping. Don’t miss the Theater of the Sea, where you can meet dolphins, sea lions, and more. Dive deeper into the History of Diving Museum and experience 4,000 years of the quest to explore under the sea. View fascinating exhibits at the Florida Keys History and Discovery Center, where you’ll uncover the story behind Henry Flagler’s visionary Overseas Railroad. Then it’s on to Robbie’s Marina at MM 78—home of the famous tarpon feeding—and Anne’s Beach
at MM 74, a serene spot for a coastal stroll or swim.
Next stop: Marathon, the heart of the Keys. Visit the Dolphin Research Center and Florida Keys Aquarium Encounters, where hands-on marine experiences await. Cross the breathtaking Seven Mile Bridge which is a marvel of engineering and scenic beauty and runs alongside the original Flagler railroad bridge. You can visit Pigeon Key, at mile marker 45, which played a significant role in constructing the East Coast railroad and now serves as a museum.
Outdoor lovers won’t want to miss Bahia Honda State Park, famous for its crystal-clear waters, sandy beaches, and postcard-perfect sunsets. In the Lower Keys, keep an eye out for the endangered Key Deer around Big Pine Key. Drive carefully, especially at dusk.
Finally, your journey takes you to Key West. This quirky island at the end of the road is bursting with charm—from the bars and galleries along Duval Street, to Mallory Square’s nightly Sunset Celebration, where local performers, music, and fresh conch fritters create a magical end to the day. Be sure to snap a photo at the iconic
Southernmost Point Buoy, just 90 miles from Cuba.
Whether you’re diving into the deep, cruising at sunset, or simply relaxing on the beach, Key Largo and the Florida Keys offer unforgettable experiences at every turn. Start your journey at the Key Largo Chamber Visitor Center and let your island escape begin.
To learn more about the Florida Keys and plan your trip, visit fla-keys.com.
