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Southwest Airlines is now flying to Key West but they also service the rest of Florida. If you're flying in and then driving down to Key Largo and Marathon, you'll land in Fort Lauderdale. This City is about half an hour north of Miami.
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You will now also have the option of not having to retrace your steps unless you choose to do so. You can select a different departure point and make better use out of your vacation time by exploring ALL the fun Florida Keys things to do, without having to backtrack.
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As you drive the Upper Keys, you'll come to small towns bearing unusual names such as Tavernier and Islamorada. To really enjoy your vacation in Florida Keys, stop - take a deep breath - and adopt the laid back attitude Conch Republic natives instinctively have. Take time to explore these great communities. There's no need to rush since the distances are relatively small. In fact, Tavernier Florida is often the preferred destination for those visiting the Upper Keys.
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Just as Key Largo Florida is the Diving Capital of the World, Islamorada is the Sportfishing Capital. Whether you're a serious angler or just enjoy occasionally casting out a line, you'll find on your vacation Islamorada has a lot to offer.
However it's not just Islamorada that has great fishing. Even though Key Largo is synonymous with scuba diving Florida Keys, the fishing here is quite spectacular. Whether you're Key Largo back country fishing or out on the Key Largo Hump , you'll have your share of Florida Keys fish to catch and plenty of fun doing it.
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Lessons for all skill levels are also available for an additional fee. Florida Keys diving and snorkeling are conducted at John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park and the Key Largo Marine Sanctuary. Sea Dwellers Dive Center can be reached at 1-800-451-3640 and are located at 99850 Overseas Hwy.
Another Florida Keys scuba charters company you may want to contact is Captain Slate's Atlantis Dive Center. A full service instruction facility operational for 32 years, they're close-in to the major dive spots. Captain Slate's is located at 51 Garden Cove Drive, and their phone number is 1-800-331-3483.
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