Archive | Florida Keys

TAVERNIER, Florida Keys (Oct. 28, 2026) — Takoda Ott of Fort Myers, Fla., came to the Florida Keys to learn how to fish. Ott went home with a first sailfish release and a tournament award.Ott was one of the women from Florida and beyond who hooked …

FLORIDA KEYS VIDEO ADVISORY                   October 25, 2026 Contacts: Chad Newman, News Director, Chad@fla-keys.com, (310) 283-8441 or  Mary B. Haban, Vice President, Public Relations, Mary@fla-keys.com, (305) 394-3142 Story: From Broadway to …

FLORIDA KEYS VIDEO ADVISORY                   October 24, 2026 Contacts: Chad Newman, News Director, Chad@fla-keys.com(310) 283-8441 or  Mary B. Haban, Vice President, Public Relations, Mary@fla-keys.com (305) 394-3142 Story: Costumes, Characters …

FLORIDA KEYS VIDEO ADVISORY                   October 23, 2026 Contacts: Chad Newman, Chad@fla-keys.com (310) 283-8441 or Mary B. Haban, Mary@fla-keys.com (305) 394-3142 Story: Heads Will Turn! Key West Headdress Ball Takes Fantasy Fest to New …

FLORIDA KEYS VIDEO ADVISORY                   October 22, 2026Contacts: Chad Newman, Chad@fla-keys.com (310) 283-8441 or Mary B. Haban, Mary@fla-keys.com (305) 394-3142Story: Furry Divas and Rock Star Pups Strike a Pose at Fantasy Fest Pet …

FLORIDA KEYS VIDEO ADVISORY October 19, 2026 Contacts: Chad Newman, Chad@fla-keys.com (310) 283-8441 or Mary B. Haban, Mary@fla-keys.com (305) 394-3142 Story: Thousands of Zombies Roll Through Key West in Frightful Fashion …

FLORIDA KEYS (October 16, 2026) — From Key Largo to Key West, there’s a wave of energy sweeping through the Florida Keys this fall, with new places to stay, flavors to explore and experiences to discover along the iconic island chain. Whether you're …

FLORIDA KEYS, Fla. (Sept. 28, 2026) — Visitor-paid tourism tax dollars are helping protect some of the Florida Keys’ most valuable natural resources with the installation of 18 new mooring buoy anchors at three popular reef sites within Florida Keys …

FLORIDA KEYS, Fla. (September 15, 2026) — Four awards. Two top honors. And one unforgettable night for Visit Florida Keys & Key West, which emerged as a standout at the 2026 Flagler Awards for work spanning sustainable tourism, social media, …

FLORIDA KEYS VIDEO ADVISORY           September 11, 2026Contacts: Chad Newman, Chad@fla-keys.com (310) 283-8441 or Mary B. Haban, Mary@fla-keys.com (305) 394-3142Story: A Message of Hope: 150-Pound Sea Turtle Overcomes the Odds and Returns to the …

FLORIDA KEYS & KEY WEST, Fla. (September 8, 2026) - Ditch your sweater and break out the flip-flops. Fall in the Florida Keys & Key West means warm days, island vibes and a calendar packed with events you just won’t find anywhere else. Swim …

FLORIDA KEYS VIDEO ADVISORY            September 6, 2026 Contacts: Chad Newman, Chad@fla-keys.com (310) 283-8441 or Mary B. Haban, Mary@fla-keys.com (305) 394-3142 Story: Key West Raises a Glass to Jimmy Buffett and the Music  He Left …

FLORIDA KEYS VIDEO ADVISORY September 1, 2026Contacts: Chad Newman, Chad@fla-keys.com (310) 283-8441 or Mary B. Haban, Mary@fla-keys.com (305) 394-3142Story: Key West's 'Just a Few Friends' Festival Celebrates Jimmy Buffett This Labor Day …

KEY LARGO, FL (AUGUST 31, 2026) — Monroe County and Friends of John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park invite residents and visitors to celebrate America’s 250th birthday in true Florida Keys style at the America 250 Florida Keys Pennekamp Paddle Day …

FLORIDA KEYS VIDEO ADVISORY             August 14, 2026 Contacts: Chad Newman, Chad@fla-keys.com (310) 283-8441 or Mary B. Haban, Mary@fla-keys.com (305) 394-3142  Story: After Winning Hearts, Timmy the Larger-than-Life Loggerhead Returns to Sea in …

FLORIDA KEYS VIDEO ADVISORY August 1, 2026Contacts: Chad Newman, Chad@fla-keys.com (310) 283-8441 or Mary B. Haban, Mary@fla-keys.com (305) 394-3142Story: The Reef’s Night to Shine: Corals Spawn in the Florida KeysLocator: Key Largo, Florida …

SUGARLOAF KEY, Fla. (July 30, 2026) — One of the Florida Keys' favorite fall fishing traditions is back. Registration for the 13th Annual Sugarloaf Showdown opens Saturday, August 1, and if last year is any indication, anglers won't want to wait. In …

FLORIDA KEYS VIDEO ADVISORY July 27, 2026 Contacts: Chad Newman, Chad@fla-keys.com (310) 283-8441 or Mary B. Haban, Mary@fla-keys.com Story: Ready, Set, Dive: Mini Lobster Season Opens in the Florida Keys with a Safety-First Message …

KEY WEST, Fla. (July 26, 2026) — Seven tries. One lucky sweater. And proof that sometimes, the best stories belong to those who refuse to quit. Perseverance paid off Saturday night in Key West, as Chris Dutton made history becoming the first "Young …

FLORIDA KEYS VIDEO ADVISORY     July 25, 2026Contacts: Chad Newman, Chad@fla-keys.com (310) 283-8441 or Mary B. Haban, Mary@fla-keys.com (305) 394-3142 Story: The Bulls Are Back in Town: Hemingway Look-Alikes Take Key WestLocator: Key West, …

FLORIDA KEYS VIDEO ADVISORY       July 24, 2026 Contacts: Chad Newman, Chad@fla-keys.com (310) 283-8441 or Mary B. Haban, Mary@fla-keys.com (305) 394-3142  Story: The Papas Are Back: Hemingway Hopefuls Return to Key West Locator: Key West, …

FLORIDA KEYS (July 21, 2026) – Every traveler is different. Every Florida Keys vacation should be too. That's the idea behind the reimagined Key Lime Academy from Visit Florida Keys & Key West. The enhanced training program equips travel …

KEY WEST, Fla. (July 17, 2026) — Even as missed paychecks created uncertainty at home, Transportation Security Administration officers at Key West International Airport never stopped showing up. Day after day, they reported for duty with the same …

FLORIDA KEYS (July 16, 2026) — What if the best time to experience the Florida Keys & Key West wasn’t during peak season?  Late summer and early fall offer travelers a more relaxed side of the island chain. When life slows down. The sunsets …

KEY WEST, Fla. (July 13, 2026) - One of the world's most prestigious culinary honors now has a permanent home in the Florida Keys. Blue Heaven and Moondog Café & Bakery received their official MICHELIN plaques …

FLORIDA KEYS VIDEO ADVISORY  July 11, 2026  Contacts: Chad Newman, Chad@fla-keys.com (310) 283-8441 or Mary B. Haban, Mary@fla-keys.com (305) 394-3142  Story: Underwater Music …

FLORIDA KEYS VIDEO ADVISORY                         July 10, 2026  Contacts: Chad …

FLORIDA KEYS VIDEO ADVISORY     July 4, 2026  Contacts: Chad Newman, Chad@fla-keys.com (310) 283-8441 or Mary B. Haban, Mary@fla-keys.com (305) 394-3142 Story: King of Key Lime: Kevin …

MARATHON, Fla. (June 23, 2026) — The annual Tarponian Tournament celebrated its 20th year in the Florida Keys by giving back: organizers donated $4,000 each to two Marathon-based animal rescue and care organizations, The Turtle Hospital and …

FLORIDA KEYS (June 17, 2026) — This summer, America's 250th anniversary meets one of its most distinctive destinations. Across the Florida Keys & Key West, communities will celebrate the nation's milestone with …