Yachts For Rent In Florida
Yachts For Rent In Florida
The Journey to Key West – Traveling to Key West
Key West Vacation Villa – Traveling to Key West
The name ‘Key West’ brings to mind pictures of islands surrounded by clear waters, a genuine little town, incredible sunsets and a paradise for nature lovers. Key West can be reached from Miami by car, motorcycle, boat or plane. The distance between Miami and Key West is 150 miles and will take around 3.5 hours to get there by car. If you decide to drive from Miami, you may want to spend a little extra in securing an exotic car rental in Miami, preferably a convertible, to be part of the extraordinary surroundings on this road trip while traveling to Key West. If you have a motorcycle license, rent a Harley Davidson in Miami and start traveling to Key West via US1 from Miami.
The trip, itself, is an extraordinary experience. Take your time and stop in any of the multiple outdoor Tiki bars that pave the way traveling to Key West. Stop to have your lunch and sip a cocktail. For the speediest journey, take a plane from Miami to Key West. A flight from Miami will take a little less than 30 minutes and the cost is affordable.
Another great way to get to Key West is to set aside some money to rent a boat or a yacht in Miami. The journey traveling to Key West is absolutely gorgeous. Be sure to do your homework and study your trip before hand. The Keys can be delicate to sail. Depending on your boat, you will spend between 5 and 12 hours traveling to Key West.
Visitors have several lodging options in Key West. Stay in a hotel, a Bed and Breakfast in Key West or in a Key West vacation villa. We recommend the Key West vacation villa because it allows you to experience the real Key West lifestyle. Key West Key West vacation villas are mostly affordable and provide plenty of comfort. The sunshine state can be easily enjoyed with a stay in Florida vacation rentals from Orlando holiday rentals, Miami Beach vacation rentals or Key West vacation villas.
Interesting video on the development of the highway connecting the Florida Keys with inland Florida.
About the Author
Marc Modica
Where south are you Capt. John?
My initial plan was in 2010 purchase my boat in Texas, Oregon or Florida and from there start my sailing life.
I have since been half pursuaded to buy here in Canada, move onto the boat for the winter; (ergo apartment rent goes into boat) and head off from here.
I remain half convinced; to date I have not seen a boat in my price range that spins my beanie nor hooked up with a solid sailing mentor.
I have limited experience; did a crossing from Tortola to Miami caught some heavy seas in a “stink pot” 67 foot motor yacht.
With 4 seasons in the Caribbean; boaties just up the way these have my thoughts and heart driven to the wind.
Until I have found my boat I will continue to keep all options open, save my dollars, study my manuals, read books (thanks for “the Dove” tip I have it on order at the library) and hopefully keep in touch with real sailors such as yourself. Fare ye well Cap’n.
My home Port is Galveston, Texas…
However, I am retired now… when I was working, my career had me living in NYC, for 5 years, Boston, MA, for 5 years, and in Buffalo, NY for 14. (Luckily for me, I have always been real close to great boating in every place I have lived. (I was born and raised in Texas.)
Well… if it were me, I would try and find a boat “up there”… not exactly sure about Canada, but based on my experience, there are some of the best deals on the best boats in the Buffalo, NY area… they have lots of heavy duty boats (because of Lake Erie and Ontario) and these boats have never seen salt water – so for their age, etc. they are mostly in very good shape as opposed to what you will find down here, or in Oregon, California or Florida…
So, I think it would be cool to find a really good nice boat up there, and bring it down the Illinois, Ohio, Mississippi, etc. (That in itself would be a great experience and a real treat for you.) Are you sailing alone? Or do you have a “first mate” that will be sailing with you?
My oldest son and his girl spend a lot of time Island hopping around in the Caribbean…
Have you considered a catamaran? I would if I were you – especially if you are going to live on it.
Just food for thought…
Later…
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