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The Guides

FL Keys
Explore the Florida Keys with kids! From snorkeling and crystal-clear water to wildlife encounters, beaches, paddling, and unforgettable stops along the Overseas Highway, find family-tested adventures throughout the Keys. These guides are packed with practical tips to help you plan an easy, fun Florida Keys getaway with your family.


How to Blow a Conch Shell: A Beginner's Guide (Even Kids Can Learn!)
Have you ever heard someone blow a conch shell at sunset and wondered, "How do they do that?" The good news is that it's much easier than it looks. In fact, our kids learned with a little practice, and now it's become one of our favorite family traditions. Whether you're camping in the Florida Keys, spending the day at the beach, or simply watching the sunset from your backyard pool, learning to blow a conch shell is a fun skill that creates unforgettable memories. Here's exa
Kate
Jul 64 min read


Why We Blow a Conch Shell at Sunset (And Why Families Have Done It for Centuries)
Every evening in the Florida Keys, just as the sun begins to dip below the horizon, someone reaches for the conch shell. We've been camping in the Keys for more than 20 years, and somewhere along the way, this simple ritual became part of every trip. As the sky turns shades of pink and orange, someone takes a deep breath and sends that deep, unmistakable sound across the water. It's become our family's way of saying, today was a good day. Some of my favorite memories happened
Kate
Jul 64 min read


Florida Keys for Families
Planning a Florida Keys family vacation? This family-friendly travel guide covers the best things to do from Marathon to Key West, including Bahia Honda State Park, Sombrero Beach, Sunset Grille, playgrounds, beaches, and laid-back island spots perfect for kids.
Kate
May 107 min read
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