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Keys Traveler
Vol. 4, No. 8 Travel News From The Florida Keys & Key West June 2008

Hemingway Days to Honor Ernest July 15-20

Whether composing novels in his Whitehead Street writing studio or fishing for big game in local waters, Pulitzer Prize–winning author Ernest Hemingway left a powerful legacy in Key West. His zest for life, literary accomplishments and enduring affection for the island he called home throughout the 1930s are to be commemorated Tuesday through Sunday, July 15-20, during the annual Hemingway Days celebration.

The schedule includes a popular look-alike contest, authors' readings and presentations, a book signing for a children's book by Hemingway grandson Edward Hemingway, an exhibition of rare Hemingway memorabilia, a three-day marlin tournament, an offbeat "Running of the Bulls" and the culmination of a short story contest directed by author and Hemingway granddaughter Lorian Hemingway.

Read more by clicking here.
Value-Added Summer Deals Offer Incentives to Visit Florida Keys
Throughout the Florida Keys, hotels, attractions and restaurants are offering a variety of summer deals and value-added incentives to enable visitors to stretch their summer vacation dollars. For details, click here.
Underwater Music Festival To Present ‘Eel-Ection' Antics July 12
"Reefpublicans" and "Democrabs" are to congregate in the Lower Florida Keys Saturday, July 12, when the 24th annual Underwater Music Festival puts an undersea spin on the upcoming 2008 presidential elections. Dive in by clicking here.
Florida Keys Cuisine Flavored by Indigenous Seafood
Florida Keys cuisine incorporates diverse and delicious influences, with a reliance on an abundant array of fish and seafood harvested from surrounding waters. Tempt your taste buds by clicking here.
ARTS & CULTURE
Michael Haskins' crime thriller "Chasin' the Wind" is a tasty conch chowder spiced with dashes of small-town politics, Cuban intrigue, neurotic federales and island attitude. Learn more about Haskins and other Key West writers by clicking here.
DIVING
Located near a dozen fish-filled, coral-covered world-renowned shipwrecks, Key Largo is the perfect venue to host WreckFest 2008 for advanced open water divers through those "wreckaholics" who just can't get enough. Dive in for details by clicking here.
FISHING
The International Game Fish Association is to hold its 2008 Inshore World Championship in the Sportfishing Capital of the World — the tiny village of Islamorada — for the eighth straight year June 29 through July 2. For tournament details, click here.
"KEYS VOICES"
From working on Volkswagens to rehabilitating and releasing injured sea turtles, Richie Moretti has led a diverse and challenging life. To meet the Keys' turtle champion, click here.
June 6-8
in Big Pine &
the Lower Keys
Big Pine & Lower Keys Dolphin Tournament
Anglers in this 15th annual event are to compete to catch dolphin fish, one of the most popular and best-tasting summertime fish off the Keys. Click here.
June 11-14
in Key Largo
Island Sun Splash
Presented by the Upper Keys Association of Dive and Snorkel Operators, this family-friendly event includes fun-filled activities for everyone from novice snorkelers to expert divers. Click here.
June 13-15
in Marathon
Father's Day Dolphin Derby
Anglers are to celebrate Father's Day by catching one of the most beautiful, best-tasting and fastest-growing species of fish in the sea, all to benefit the Marathon Youth Club. Call (305) 481-8379.
June 14-15
in Key West
Southernmost Swordfish Tournament
This overnight swordfish challenge is part of the annual, season-long Key West Fishing Tournament. Click here.
June 15-20
in Islamorada
Gold Cup Tarpon Tournament
Fly rodders are to compete to catch and release giant tarpon during their annual migration through the Keys. The event raises money for children's charities in the Keys. Call (305) 664-2444.
June 20-21
in Key Largo
15th Annual Original Florida Keys Ladies Dolphin Tournament
Presented by the Rotary Club of Key Largo, this tournament offers fishing and fun to raise money for Upper Keys scholarships. Anglers can vie for over $10,000 in cash and prizes. Kick-off and awards events are to be held bayside at the Elks Club in Tavernier. Click here.
June 28
in Marathon
Tropical Fruit Fiesta
This free family-friendly event is designed for tropical fruit lovers of all ages and takes place at the Marathon Garden Club, mile marker 50 bayside. Highlights include presentations by tropical fruit experts, tropical fruit samples and a children's area. 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Click here.
July 11-13
in Big Pine &
the Lower Keys
Dolphin Flashover Tournament
Anglers are to pursue the heaviest dolphin fish in an event headquartered at Dolphin Marina on Little Torch Key. Other activities include a daylong "beach bash." The tournament raises funds for burn victims and local firefighters. Click here.
July 18-20
in Islamorada
Holiday Isle / Caribee Boat Sales Dolphin Tournament
Run-and-gunners take on the trollers in the Isle's annual tournament for professional, amateur and junior anglers. This event targets dolphin fish, a plentiful summertime fish off the Keys. Call (305) 664-2321, ext. 655.
Aug. 8-10
in Key West
Key West Lobsterfest
Festivities for lobster lovers include Friday's Lobsterfest Duval Crawl, Saturday's street fair and free concert and a Sunday Lobster Brunch. Click here.
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