Misc Taking my daughter snorkeling...

bluehawkdoc · 01-16-2012, 11:27 PM

Anyone have any recommendations for the Florida Keys? Thanks in advance.

**Mr. Flopnuts** · 01-16-2012, 11:29 PM

No. Post pics.

LiveSteam · 01-16-2012, 11:31 PM

Nope. But how cool is that. Have a great time.

**Rain Man** · 01-16-2012, 11:34 PM

I'm heading there this week, as a matter of fact, but I don't do water stuff and don't know the keys at this point. I'm planning to check out the Hemingway Museum, and there are apparently a couple of Navy/Coast Guard ships you can tour.

I'm driving from Miami, and looked today at what the restaurant situation is en route. It seems like every restaurant description on google maps shows the restaurant serving key lime pie, which means that I'm going to be in heaven.

bluehawkdoc · 01-16-2012, 11:58 PM

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Originally Posted by LiveSteam

Nope. But how cool is that. Have a great time.

Thanks. Looking to go in February. Can't wait, she's a great kid. Want her to know how special she is so she doesn't settle for some knucklehead someday.

Fairplay · 01-17-2012, 12:08 AM

Yep, go to Key West. They have catamarans that go out for 2-3 hours and take you snorkeling. About 20-30 other people doing the same thing with you. Well worth it especially if you hit a nice gorgeous day. They should have a keg on board if you want to drink. Bring water proof suntan screen.

Good times.

bluehawkdoc · 01-17-2012, 12:12 AM

Recommend a place to stay?

Fairplay · 01-17-2012, 12:19 AM

Might check out the Best Western Key Ambassador resort. Its a little way from the downtown scene. Peaceful, quiet and out-of-the-way.

I've never had a bad experience there. Reasonable rates also.

**Rain Man** · 01-17-2012, 12:22 AM

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Originally Posted by bluehawkdoc

Recommend a place to stay?

They all seem expensive. I'll let you know what I see when I'm there, but it seems like it's mostly expensive little boutique hotels and bed and breakfast places on the south/west side, while the bigger chain hotels are on the north/east side. I guess the south/west side has more action going on, but I'm wondering if it's mostly just souvenir/drinking stuff. It's a small island, so I just found a place that seemed to be a good value, and I don't think it's got an ocean view or anything.

Fairplay · 01-17-2012, 12:28 AM

Very few hotels have an actual beach, unless you want the Hyatt.

shirtsleeve · 01-17-2012, 12:44 AM

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Originally Posted by bluehawkdoc

Thanks. Looking to go in February. Can't wait, she's a great kid. Want her to know how special she is so she doesn't settle for some knucklehead someday.

Key Largo has the National Reef. Great snorkelling. Maybe best on the Keys. We stayed in Islamorada at the Pelican Cove. Nice clean place, and right on the water on the Atlantic side.
http://www.pcove.com/

oh and edit: Check out the sunset celebration at Lorelie's
http://www.loreleifloridakeys.com/

shirtsleeve · 01-17-2012, 01:06 AM

Oh and a head's up about Key West. You are bringing your daughter. Key West can be a bit...much. Its ok during the day, but at night, Duval street is..different. Alternative lifestyles, clothing optional, body paint wardrobes, public consumption...etc etc.

Daytime, like I said is ok, much more family oriented.

You want a Tee shirt from the Hogsbreath.

angelo · 01-17-2012, 05:00 AM

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Originally Posted by bluehawkdoc

Recommend a place to stay?

If it is still open The Duval House was excellent. It is right across from a little cuban bakery and coffee shop.

Ang

MIAdragon · 01-17-2012, 05:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Rain Man

I'm heading there this week, as a matter of fact, but I don't do water stuff and don't know the keys at this point. I'm planning to check out the Hemingway Museum, and there are apparently a couple of Navy/Coast Guard ships you can tour.

I'm driving from Miami, and looked today at what the restaurant situation is en route. It seems like every restaurant description on google maps shows the restaurant serving key lime pie, which means that I'm going to be in heaven.

Where are you staying in Miami Rain Man? The Mel Fisher museum in KW is something I always enjoy. Check out Sloppy Joe's a Hemingway fav, and keep an eye out for his 6 toed cats. Have a good time, let me know if I can do anything for you guys while you are in my neck of the woods.

Mike in SW-MO · 01-17-2012, 07:20 AM

How old is the daughter? If she has never snorkeled, hit the pool for some play time.

Also, never know how kids will react. My son & daughter did the pool thing. D did great s never got it. Got ocean both kids saw a fish. Son chased the fish, had a blast, and instantly mastered the snorkel. Daughter freaked and hates snorkeling to this day.

Don't put yourself in multi-hour position with nothing to do but snorkel, in case she does not like it.

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01-17-2012, 12:08 AM	#6
Fairplay A certain set of skills Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: texas Casino cash: $10026683 VARSITY	Yep, go to Key West. They have catamarans that go out for 2-3 hours and take you snorkeling. About 20-30 other people doing the same thing with you. Well worth it especially if you hit a nice gorgeous day. They should have a keg on board if you want to drink. Bring water proof suntan screen. Good times.
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01-17-2012, 12:12 AM	#7
bluehawkdoc Starter Join Date: May 2006 Location: Kansas Casino cash: $5717130	Recommend a place to stay?
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01-17-2012, 12:19 AM	#8
Fairplay A certain set of skills Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: texas Casino cash: $10026683 VARSITY	Might check out the Best Western Key Ambassador resort. Its a little way from the downtown scene. Peaceful, quiet and out-of-the-way. I've never had a bad experience there. Reasonable rates also.
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01-17-2012, 12:28 AM	#10
Fairplay A certain set of skills Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: texas Casino cash: $10026683 VARSITY	Very few hotels have an actual beach, unless you want the Hyatt.
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01-17-2012, 01:06 AM	#12
shirtsleeve In your pants Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: at work Casino cash: $10004900	Oh and a head's up about Key West. You are bringing your daughter. Key West can be a bit...much. Its ok during the day, but at night, Duval street is..different. Alternative lifestyles, clothing optional, body paint wardrobes, public consumption...etc etc. Daytime, like I said is ok, much more family oriented. You want a Tee shirt from the Hogsbreath.
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01-17-2012, 07:20 AM	#15
Mike in SW-MO Veteran Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Springfield, MO Casino cash: $-1315824	How old is the daughter? If she has never snorkeled, hit the pool for some play time. Also, never know how kids will react. My son & daughter did the pool thing. D did great s never got it. Got ocean both kids saw a fish. Son chased the fish, had a blast, and instantly mastered the snorkel. Daughter freaked and hates snorkeling to this day. Don't put yourself in multi-hour position with nothing to do but snorkel, in case she does not like it.
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