Come with us as we explore the Florida Keys a little more. First some more obligatory shots of the impressive Overseas Highway. This humungous expanse of over water road is a 113-mile highway carrying U.S. Route 1 (US 1) through the Florida Keys to Key West at the very end of the Keys. Large partsContinue reading “Beach and marina”
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Bahia Honda state park
Bahia Honda State Park can be found at mile marker 37 on the Overseas Highway in the Florida Keys and features sandy shores, clear water and an iconic broken bridge. As we’re running out of light we first scramble up to the bridge to get an optimal view of the beaches and surrounding waters. YouContinue reading “Bahia Honda state park”
More Key west
Enjoy a few more shots from the vibrant town of Key West. An obligatory American flag sags in the humid heat in a row of gorgeous traditional Conch style architecture. Key West Cemetery is a sprawling iguana paradise. These green reptiles can be found sunning themselves everywhere you look. A few more colourful details fromContinue reading “More Key west”
Florida Keys
We’re leaving the lush nature of the Everglades behind now as we beetle onwards towards the Florida Keys. This is a place that has always evoked images of secluded stunning sandy beaches and tiny green islands strung out like a line of exotic gems. Well it didn’t really turn out like that in reality! MuchContinue reading “Florida Keys”
Baby gators
While they are notorious for being huge, scaly and formidable, all Florida gators start out as much smaller, surprisingly cute babies. After our airboat tour we get chance to get up close and personal with some of the tiddy ones at Wootens! These have all been rescued and can not be put back into theContinue reading “Baby gators”
Everglades boat trips
So excited for today! We’ve headed to Everglades City and we’re heading out for an airboat ride! First a quick scoot around the neighbourhood checking out the pretty buildings and private docks. A vivid blue seafood market catches my eye as we head towards our boat experience! Then we arrive at Captain Jacks and impatientlyContinue reading “Everglades boat trips”
Sanibel island & Fort Myers
Another sunny day dawns in Florida and today’s itinerary is a mixed bag. We say goodbye to our lovely little motel, complete with the obligatory pink flamingos and head off to explore a little more of the nature on offer. First up the ever present alligator warning signs.. always fun! This time we don’t seeContinue reading “Sanibel island & Fort Myers”