The stretch of road from Miami to the Florida Keys is one of the region's best road trips, showcasing the stunning blue water on both sides of the Overseas Highway. Running around 125 miles, it can easily be driven in a few hours, but there's so much to see that it's best to see it slowly. There is a 17 mile stretch of two-lane roads, so drive cautiously like you would on … [Read more...] about Road Tripping from Miami to Key West
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Southern Stays: Parrot Key Hotel and Villas
Key West has hundreds of hotels and accommodation options but few match the Parrot Key Hotel and Villas. The award-winning property has been named the best in the Florida Keys by countless publications for its environmentally responsible practices and luxury accommodations. This post contains affiliate links. Guest rooms and suites come with water or garden views of … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: Parrot Key Hotel and Villas
5 Must-Eat Dishes in the Florida Keys
When planning a trip to the Florida Keys, anyone who has been there will likely make you a long list of recommended places to eat. The coastal cuisine features fresh seafood and Caribbean influences. There are many must-eat dishes, but these are just a few that visitors can’t miss. What is your favorite dish in the Florida Keys? Let us know in the comments! This post … [Read more...] about 5 Must-Eat Dishes in the Florida Keys
Southern Stays: Baker’s Cay Resort
Arriving at Baker's Cay Resort feels like staying on a Caribbean island, surrounded by 13 acres of lush Florida plant life. The resort was refurbished after a 2017 hurricane and joined Hilton's Curio Collection of unique properties. The Key Largo hotel is set on the land that was once a 1800s pineapple farm and puts a heavy emphasis on sustainability and environmental … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: Baker’s Cay Resort
Literary South: Ernest Hemingway
This is a part of a series called Literary South, which highlights important literary landmarks and the writers and authors who made them known. Ernest Hemingway was born in Oak Park, Illinois on July 21, 1899 to a physician and a musician. He grew up learning to play cello and spent summers hunting and fishing in rural Michigan. He took his first journalism … [Read more...] about Literary South: Ernest Hemingway
