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Texasjeepgirl 11:04 AM 07-23-2012
My husband and I are in the beginning stages of planning a trip to Florida..
We are going to drive from Texas.. and would like to drive through the Keys...
Are there any providers that are in that area that could give any insight.. tips.. suggestions...?
Are there any providers that have taken similar trip .. suggestions?
We are going to drive from Texas.. and would like to drive through the Keys...
Are there any providers that are in that area that could give any insight.. tips.. suggestions...?
Are there any providers that have taken similar trip .. suggestions?
Sugar Magnolia 11:41 AM 07-23-2012
It takes about seven hours to drive from Miami to Key West. John Pennycamp park its a must see. Key West is not especially "family friendly", Marathon, Islamorado and Key Largo are better for families. Snorkeling and fishing are world class. Not the best "beach" destination, but very charming trip. Bahia Honda State Park very nice. Key West very drinky,.drinky and there is a lot of very open "alternative lifestyle" going ons. Must avoid Key West during october Fantasy Fest.
Sugar Magnolia 11:44 AM 07-23-2012
Please, avoid Disney and Orlando. This is not the real Florida!!! And if you want beaches, Siesta Key off.Sarasota. I do sand sculpture and this is the finest white sand beach on the world baby!
nanglgrl 11:49 AM 07-23-2012
I'm not from there and I might be wrong but the keys are towards the bottom of Florida and when you are coming in from Texas you will be at the top of Florida so are you planing on coming in from the top, driving down and back up? Maybe it is how I'm reading it but I'm confused.
We just got back from a trip to Florida and went to a beach called Siesta Key, it's a couple of hours from Orlando and it's gorgeous. It was voted best beach in the US last year for good reason. White sand, clear water and really kid friendly. The only thing is you have to get there early if you want free parking, we got there late and paid to park at some guys house. The sand doesn't even get hot because it is all quartz...I wish I could go back.
We just got back from a trip to Florida and went to a beach called Siesta Key, it's a couple of hours from Orlando and it's gorgeous. It was voted best beach in the US last year for good reason. White sand, clear water and really kid friendly. The only thing is you have to get there early if you want free parking, we got there late and paid to park at some guys house. The sand doesn't even get hot because it is all quartz...I wish I could go back.
Sugar Magnolia 12:01 PM 07-23-2012
Originally Posted by nanglgrl:
I'm not from there and I might be wrong but the keys are towards the bottom of Florida and when you are coming in from Texas you will be at the top of Florida so are you planing on coming in from the top, driving down and back up? Maybe it is how I'm reading it but I'm confused.
We just got back from a trip to Florida and went to a beach called Siesta Key, it's a couple of hours from Orlando and it's gorgeous. It was voted best beach in the US last year for good reason. White sand, clear water and really kid friendly. The only thing is you have to get there early if you want free parking, we got there late and paid to park at some guys house. The sand doesn't even get hot because it is all quartz...I wish I could go back.
Yep. Pensacola to Miami---about ten hours, keys another 7 hours. There is a ferry from Naples to key west. I'm not from there and I might be wrong but the keys are towards the bottom of Florida and when you are coming in from Texas you will be at the top of Florida so are you planing on coming in from the top, driving down and back up? Maybe it is how I'm reading it but I'm confused.
We just got back from a trip to Florida and went to a beach called Siesta Key, it's a couple of hours from Orlando and it's gorgeous. It was voted best beach in the US last year for good reason. White sand, clear water and really kid friendly. The only thing is you have to get there early if you want free parking, we got there late and paid to park at some guys house. The sand doesn't even get hot because it is all quartz...I wish I could go back.
Siesta Key Rocks!!!! I live here, I would know!
Meeko 12:37 PM 07-23-2012
Before I got married, my best friend and I flew from London to Key West for a three week vacation. It was the most wonderful vacation I have ever had. We went in November...it was warm, but not many tourists. We rented bikes and either rode or roller skated all over the place. We ate out every day in the fabulous seafood restaurants. We were living with the naval base commander at the time...we used to babysit his kids and attend church with their family when they were stationed in the UK.
We shopped and ate out and spend money like water as the exchange rate gave us $2.50 to every British pound! I still have a pair of leather sandals I bought there....31 years ago!
I was 19 and engaged to be married...but it was still fun to be surrounded by sailors who treated us like English princess's due to the fact we were the guests of the base commander! My friend got LOTS of pen pals LOL!!! I lost count of the number of times a sailor would say "Say something!" to hear our British accents!! Oh the memories
Kids would like a the Conch Train and the aquarium. The sunsets are spectacular and people gather at the beach to watch each evening. It was magical. I hope you have a good time.
We shopped and ate out and spend money like water as the exchange rate gave us $2.50 to every British pound! I still have a pair of leather sandals I bought there....31 years ago!
I was 19 and engaged to be married...but it was still fun to be surrounded by sailors who treated us like English princess's due to the fact we were the guests of the base commander! My friend got LOTS of pen pals LOL!!! I lost count of the number of times a sailor would say "Say something!" to hear our British accents!! Oh the memories
Kids would like a the Conch Train and the aquarium. The sunsets are spectacular and people gather at the beach to watch each evening. It was magical. I hope you have a good time.
DCBlessings27 01:12 PM 07-23-2012
My husband and I honeymooned in the Keys. We had a wonderful private condo on Marathon. We mostly explored the islands as we had rented a car in Key West. The bridge was cool to drive on and look at. We went to a beach in Key West and explored the downtown area of Key West as well. We really enjoyed it.
Country Kids 01:17 PM 07-23-2012
I'm very excited you and hubby are taking a vacation!!! Go Texas JeepGirl as I know you don't close for many vacation days.
How long are you planning on being closed and relaxing?
How long are you planning on being closed and relaxing?