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Travel News From The Florida Keys & Key West |
December 2008 |
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The Florida Keys & Key West recently launched a program designed to enhance visitors’ vacations through a wide variety of value-added offers from Keys lodging entities, restaurants, attractions, watersports operators, dive excursions, charter fishing boats and other businesses.
The
ValuCation
program, which runs through mid-April 2009, enables visitors to download and
print value-added coupons to use during their Keys vacations, thereby maximizing
enjoyment and experiences without added cost.
For "ValuCation" special offers, click here.
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New Year’s Eve Revelry Set for Keys
From beachside fireworks to wacky takeoffs on the “ball drop” in New York’s Times Square, the Florida Keys offer visitors a wealth of warm-weather ways to greet 2009. For details, click here.
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Keys Feature Value, Events for Bowl Fans
January sizzles in South Florida with the 75th annual FedEx Orange Bowl college
football game on Jan. 1 and the Bowl Championship Series national title game
on Jan. 8, both set against balmy, subtropical weather. To kick off the good
times, click here.
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Southernmost Unveils Elegant Expansion
Southernmost Hotel Collection is completing a multimillion-dollar expansion of
its Southernmost on the Beach, characterized by Key West architectural styling
and lush landscaping. Click here to discover the elegant expansion.
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Airline to Debut Marathon Flights Dec. 19
Cape Air, a code-share carrier for Continental Airlines, is to begin air service between Florida Keys Marathon Airport in the Middle Keys, and Southwest Florida International Airport in Fort Myers, Fla. Prepare for take-off by clicking here. |
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ARTS & CULTURE
Internationally renowned writers of historical fiction and noted historians are to explore “Historic Fiction and the Search for Truth” during two sessions of the 27th annual Key West Literary Seminar. For details, click here.
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DIVING
The ocean is a world of color and quiet, exploration and discovery. One of nature’s
greatest wonders is a living coral reef, and the only one in the continental
United States parallels the Florida Keys. What better place to learn to scuba
dive? Click here for information.
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FISHING
The 13th annual Key Largo Sailfish Challenge pits anglers against sails Friday through Sunday, Jan. 2-4. Find out how to participate by clicking here.
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"KEYS VOICES"
When the fancy maneuvers of an aerobatics instructor caught Fred Cabanas' eye, that set the course for his future career. Click here to meet the Keys' aerobatics adventurer.
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Dec. 5-6, 12-13
in Key West
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Historic Lighted Inn Tours
Discover the history and holiday spirit of Key West by touring beautifully decorated historic inns. The tours include creative offerings by local chefs, artists, writers and performers. Contact: (305) 295-1334.
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Dec. 7
in Big Pine & The Lower Keys
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Big Pine & The Lower Keys Island Art Festival
Highlights of this holiday event include live music by local entertainers,
food, exhibits and booths featuring locally produced arts and crafts. Festivities
take place on the grounds of the Lower Keys Chamber of Commerce, mile marker
(MM) 31 oceanside. Contact: (305) 872-2411.
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Dec. 11
in Key Largo
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REEF Foundation Open House
Find “fishy” holiday decorations and other fun gifts while learning about REEF and its mission. Meet Anna DeLoach, an award-winning videographer featured in “National Geographic,” Paul Humann and Ned DeLoach, authors of the Reef Fish ID books. Contact: (305) 852-0030.
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Dec. 12-14
in Islamorada
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Captain Don Gurgiolo Sailfish Classic
This all-release sailfish tournament offers the traditional, ever-popular ugly
sport coat award in honor of Captain Don. Contact: (305) 852-9337 or fishnbully@msn.com.
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Dec. 13
in Key Largo
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Pops In The Park — Sounds of the Season
Florida Keys Community Concert Band presents a 4 p.m. holiday concert at Key Largo Community Park, MM 99.6 oceanside. The performance is outdoors; no chairs are provided. Free admission. Contact: (305) 853-7294.
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Dec. 13
in Key Largo
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Holiday Boat Parade on Blackwater Sound
Decorations, music and animations are to entertain holiday celebrants during this lively holiday boat parade. Best viewing and libations are to be found at Sundowners, Señor Frijoles, the Marriott Key Largo Bay Resort and Caribbean Club, all near MM 103-104. Contact: (305) 451-4502.
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Dec. 13
in Key West
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Schooner Wharf Bar/Captain Morgan Lighted Boat Parade
Lighted
and decorated vessels, from rowboats to tall ships, proceed around
Key West's Historic Seaport and harbor areas. Spectators can watch
from bars, restaurants and resorts in and around the Historic
Seaport. Contact: (305) 292-3302.
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Dec. 14
in Marathon
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Free Christmas Concert
Presented by and held at the Marathon Community Theatre, this warm-spirited and music-filled precursor to the holiday season is free to the public. Contact: (305) 743-0408 or www.marathontheater.org.
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Dec. 14
in Marathon
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Key Colony Boat Parade
Christmas lights on outriggers and displays on boat decks are part of the festivities
during the Middle Keys’ boat
parade set to begin at the 7th Street canal. The parade route visits canals and
cuts, and passes city hall three times. Great viewing spots include Sadowski
Causeway at MM 53.5 and the area behind city hall. Contact: (305) 743-7214.
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Jan. 17
in Big Pine & The Lower Keys
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5th Annual Big Pine Key Nautical Flea Market
Attractions include all things nautical, live music, food and beverages on
the grounds of the Lower Keys Chamber of Commerce, MM 31 oceanside. Free admission
and parking await attendees. 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Contact: (305) 872-2411.
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Jan. 17
in Islamorada
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Art Under the Oaks
This art show at the San Pedro Catholic Church, MM 89.5, features arts and crafts in many mediums, as well as food vendors and live music. Contact: (305) 664-5574.
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Jan. 19-23
in Key West
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Acura Key West 2009
Nearly 300 racing yachts compete for class championships in this international midwinter sailboat regatta. Contact: (781) 639-9545 or www.premiere-racing.com.
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