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Key Largo’s Amoray Dive Resort: Awesome Stay and Not Just for Divers

The Amoray Dive Resort on Key Largo is not just for divers, but is for anyone looking for a low key resort on the water with lots of fun to be had. See how to plan your trip to the Amoray Dive Resort and what made our visit so great (hint, there were seahorses).

Coral Reef Exhibit at REEF Ocean Exploration Center Key Largo Florida Keys 1

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REEF Ocean Exploration Center on Key Largo – Education and Conservation

Mixing education, conservation and fun the REEF Ocean Exploration Center is a must-visit to make your snorkeling trips in the Keys a little more interesting and meaningful. With exhibits about the fish, including an incredible reef model, and lots of easy to understand info, REEF helps exploring underwater make sense.

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Key Largo’s Waterside Suites – an Affordable All-suites Hotel on the Water

The Waterside Suites in Key Largo is both spacious and affordable AND it's in a great location. I didn't think this would be our new favorite Key Largo hotel, but it is thanks to being very nice and not breaking the bank.

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Awesome Snorkeling with a Marine Biologist at MarineLab Key Largo

One of the most unique and interesting tours in the Florida Keys, snorkeling with a marine biologist at MarineLab in Key Largo needs to get onto your vacation itinerary. It's a great combination of exploring underwater and learning about everything you're actually seeing. Fantastic with kids or adults!

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Marina del Mar Resort: Top Pick for a Key Largo Waterfront Stay on a Budget

The Marina del Mar Hotel in Key Largo is a fantastic budget-friendly option in a great location. In the heart of where snorkeling and scuba tours leave from, the Marina del Mar has a wonderful swimming pool area, is connected to a great restaurant, and has a partnership with surrounding hotels for more amenities. It's a prime option for a cost-conscious stay.

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Dagny Johnson Botanical State Park – Overlooked and Beautiful on Key Largo

Easily overlooked, Dagny Johnson Key Largo Hammock Botanical State Park is a wonderful activity when you come to the Florida Keys. Visit Dagny Johnson State Park for hiking trails, wildlife watching and exploring the rare hardwood forest of Key Largo. Read all about it and save this idea for a windy day when you can't get on the water.

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Beaches of Key Largo Where you Can Swim and Relax

The beaches of Key Largo are an important part of a Florida Keys vacation. If you're looking for beach access and parks in Key Largo and Tavernier, we've compiled a list with what to expect at each Key Largo beach spot.

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Visiting the Florida Keys Wild Bird Center and Sanctuary on Key Largo

The Florida Keys Wild Bird Center on Key Largo is a great stop to make when you're driving through the Florida Keys. The bird sanctuary and rehabilitation center is a non-profit that's open to the public to get to see some beautiful Florida Keys bird species up close and learn about them, as well as their conditions that brought them here. See what you'll find here at the bird sanctuary and how to add it to your trip through the Keys.

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Dolphin Life Key Largo: a New Perspective on Dolphin Swims and Tours

Dolphin Life Key Largo changed our whole view of dolphin interactions and working with marine mammals. From our tour of the facilities and learning about enrichment to getting to spend time in the water with dolphins, see what a day at Dolphin Life is like and how it might impact you during your visit to the Florida Keys.

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Staying at the Ocean Pointe Resort Key Largo – Condo Style Quiet Stay

The Ocean Pointe Resort is a condo style hotel on Key Largo, perfect for families staying for a few nights. The quiet location and nearby fun make it a great option when you're visiting the Upper Florida Keys.

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Glass Bottom Boat Tours at Pennekamp State Park on Key Largo

The glass bottom boat tour in John Pennkamp Coral Reef State Park is the most popular activity on Key Largo. See what to expect and what makes this unique tour worth your time in the Florida Keys.

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The Bayside Inn Key Largo – a Fun, Budget Friendly Stay

The Bayside Inn Key Largo is a good option for both a budget stay and an easy place for having a diving/snorkeling trip to the Upper Keys. See what we like about staying at the Bayside Inn, including amenities, pool and beach access from the hotel.

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Bakers Cay Resort: a Peaceful and Fun Stay on Key Largo

Bakers Cay Resort of Key Largo is one of the most peaceful resorts we've stayed at. From quiet beach nooks to balconies and swimming pools that are perfect for relaxing, this is a top pick for where to stay on Key Largo.

Kelly with Sea Turtle while diving at Benwood Shipwreck off Key Largo with Horizon Divers Florida Keys 1

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Horizon Divers: Awesome Snorkeling and Free-diving Tour from Key Largo

Horizon Divers on Key Largo does a great job accommodating all skill levels, including free divers and snorkelers. From shipwrecks to reefs, see what you can expect going out with Horizon for an incredible Florida Keys wildlife experience.

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African Queen Boat Tour in Key Largo – Perfect for Film and History Buffs

If you like movies, history and the Florida Keys then you need to do the African Queen boat tour from Key Largo. A combination of film history and dolphin cruise, it's a great activity for getting out on the water and enjoying a living piece of motion picture memorabilia.

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Fun Things to Do on Key Largo in the Beautiful Florida Keys

There are so many awesome things to do on Key Largo. We have listed our best ideas to make your trip to the Upper Keys filled with fun!

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Guide to John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park, Key Largo in the Florida Keys

John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park in Key Largo is one of the highlights of getting to visit the Florida Keys. From kayaking and snorkeling just off the main hub of the park to glass bottom boats and guided snorkel trips, it's a must for your Keys vacation.

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Visiting Key Largo: Everything You Need to Know about the Start of the Florida Keys

This is everything you need to know about visiting Key Largo, the start of the Florida Keys. See what to expect on the biggest of the Keys, including the main attractions and basic ideas for starting a Florida Keys trip the right way.