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Travel News From The Florida Keys & Key West |
April 2009 |
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Fans of the Florida Keys & Key West can now "visit" the destination prior to traveling, or "revisit" it afterward to spark subtropical memories, via Florida Keys TravelVision.
Located on the home page of the destination's tourism Web site at fla-keys.com, Florida Keys TravelVision presents brief television news-style "video of the week" features on enticing, quirky and informative aspects of the destination.
Segments showcase all regions of the Keys and a wide variety of attractions ranging from eco-tourism activities to cuisine, festivals, water sports and the Keys' rich creative community.
Tune in to more information by clicking here.
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Key West Eco-Adventure Showcases Sharks
Eco-adventure and marine life encounters in pristine backcountry waters are the focus of a shark and wildlife eco-tour recently introduced by Key West Extreme Adventures. For details, click here.
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Dragon Boat Racing Returns to Florida Keys May 9
The waters off Marathon's Sombrero Beach are to be transformed into a swift racecourse during the Battle in the Bay Dragon Boat Festival, featuring one of the world's fastest-growing water sports. To learn more, click here.
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Conch Republic to Celebrate 27th Anniversary
With activities ranging from a "drag" race for female impersonators to a lighthearted sea battle featuring tall ships, the Conch Republic's 10-day birthday party is set to take place April 17-26. Begin the celebration by clicking here.
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Annual Bay Jam to Rock Upper Keys April 19
Concert goers can enjoy an eclectic range of musical styles from midday past sunset April 19 during the annual Bay Jam music festival at the TIB Bank of the Keys Amphitheater, set against the aqua waters of Florida Bay on Plantation Key. Boogie to the beat by clicking here.
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ARTS & CULTURE
More than 100 top performing songwriters are set to showcase their original music in intimate, audience-friendly settings April 29 through May 3 at the 14th annual Better Angels Key West Songwriters Festival. Click here to preview the musical magic.
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DIVING
The intriguing sport of Snuba enables ocean lovers to breathe easily underwater without wearing dive gear or earning dive certification. See why Snuba is making a splash in the Keys by clicking here.
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FISHING
Dolphin anglers can vie for a guaranteed cash payout of $30,000, plus prizes and trophies that make up a total purse of $50,000, May 14-17 at Key Largo's 23rd annual Coconuts Dolphin Tournament. "Catch" more information by clicking here.
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"KEYS VOICES"
Love brought Loretta Geotis to the Florida Keys and another passion led her to the Marathon Community Theatre. Click here to meet the woman who stars as general manager of the popular theater.
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April 4
in Key Largo
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Native Plant Day: An Earth Day Event
Talks, informational booths, nature walks, kids' activities and more make up this event sponsored by Dagny Johnson Key Largo Hammock State Park and John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park. Park entrance fees are waived for Earth Day event attendees. The festivities take place at Pennekamp Visitor Center, mile marker (MM) 102.5 oceanside, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Contact (305) 451-1202 or click here.
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April 4-5
in Islamorada
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18th Annual Florida Keys Island Fest
Music, art, food and fun await attendees at Founder's Park, MM 87 bayside on Plantation Key. Admission is free and festival hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Contact the Islamorada Chamber of Commerce at (305) 664-4503 or click here.
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April 5
in Big Pine &
the Lower Keys
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Lower Keys Reggae Fest
Boogie to island rhythms outdoors at Camp Sawyer, MM 34 on West Summerland Key, featuring headliner Johnny Dread and Miami-based Jahfe. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. For information, call the Lower Keys Chamber of Commerce at (800) 872-3722 or click here.
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April 15
in Islamorada
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National Acrobats of China
ICE presents this South Florida Center for the Arts event, showcasing amazing acrobatics and martial arts by the internationally famous 35-member troupe, at the Coral Shores Performing Arts Center, MM 90. The show starts at 8 p.m. Contact the Upper Keys Concert Series at (305) 304-9059 or click here.
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April 15-19
in Key West
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15th Annual Robert Frost Poetry Festival
The festival features poetry and haiku workshops and readings, and a poetry and haiku contest. Events are headquartered at the Key West Heritage House & Robert Frost Cottage, where Frost spent many island winters. Click here or contact (305) 292-7963.
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April 20
in Key West
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14th Annual Taste of Key West
Scores of area restaurants present mouthwatering samples of their cuisine to benefit the Florida Keys' AIDS Help. The celebration of culinary arts and notable wines takes place 6-9 p.m. at the Truman Waterfront overlooking Key West Harbor. E-mail pamela.d@aidshelp.cc or click here.
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April 24-26
in Marathon
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Redbone @ Large Hawk's Cay Sunrise/Sunset Tarpon Tournament
It's prime time for tarpon with this ever-popular Redbone event, whose proceeds benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Contact (305) 664-2002, e-mail redboneinc@aol.com or click here.
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April 25
in Marathon
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28th Annual Seven Mile Bridge Run
An estimated field of 1,500 runners is to participate in the annual foot race across the longest segmental bridge in the world, sponsored by the Marathon Runners Club. Contact Bobbie at (305) 743-8513 or click here.
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May 16-17
in Key Largo
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Keys 100 Benefit Races
The second annual "Keys Ultras" are three ultra-marathon road races between Key Largo and Key West's Smathers Beach. Proceeds benefit The Cancer Foundation of the Florida Keys. Contact Bob Becker at (954) 439-2800, e-mail bobruns150@yahoo.com or click here.
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June 12-14
in Big Pine &
the Lower Keys
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Big Pine & The Lower Keys Dolphin Tournament
Anglers in this annual event compete for more than $36,000 in cash and prizes to catch dolphin fish, one of the most popular and best-tasting summertime fish off the Keys. Three divisions including an Open, Youth and Top Lady Angler. Call (305) 872-2411 or e-mail lkchamber@aol.com.
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