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About ...FloridaWe came to Florida for a short stop to drop off our daughter and couldn't seem to get away! Our friends on "Blue Sky" said " Be careful or you'll get stuck in the Keys." Florida has been a good/bad experience. Bad because we were here thru the 2005 hurricane season. However, we have met some great people and seen some beautiful places...and that's why we are out here. We finally left Florida in April 2006 and are back out on the waterways .... 2008 update: We are back in Key West, Florida for a year or so. In Marathon they have a cruiser's net at 9:00 am on VHF channel 68. Customs: 800-432-1216. We called the number and were told to take all our fruits & vegetables to the custom's office. We packed up all our Mexican produce and carried it over to them. Filled out a little paperwork and that was it. Easy as pie. We do have a custom's number that we applied for, I assume everyone has that now, but if not, it's $25.00 a year, you get the number and it seems to make checking in easier. CHARTS & GUIDES WE FOUND HELPFUL
Key West is packed with things to do. There is always something happening here. The major event is Fantasy Fest. Fantasy Fest is in October so if you can, plan to be here then. Check out the official website for specific dates: http://www.fantasyfest.net/. General info:
Historic Seaport Area - Key West Bight: Within walking distance to Duval Street. Grocery stores within walking distance. Fuel is available at A and B Marina, Key West Bight Marina and Conch Harbor Marina. Marina rates have a 7.5% sales tax on top of the rates unless otherwise noted. Anchorages Noted on map above are the most convenient to Downtown. We have anchored by both Christmas Tree Island and Flemming Key. The view from the anchorage is great. Tall ships cruising by in the sunset, cruise ships coming and going, there is always something to see. We found that the holding is not that great and it is very bumpy and rolly due to currents, winds, and non-stop boat traffic. You can purchase showers from the dock master at Key West Bight Marina & dinghy dockage at the seaport is about $7.00 a day or $80.00 a month. A and B Marina A & B is one of the most popular marinas when visiting Key West. Rates: Daily dockage: $3.00 /ft. Cable TV, water & electricity included with daily dockage rate up to one 50 amp power cord. Seasonal Dockage: $50.00 /ft. per month, plus $100 per month for utilities. Conch Harbor Marina Conch Harbor is a small, but nice marina. Rates: Transient rates $3.50/ft. 35' minimum, includes utilities. Special occasion dockage: $5.00/ft. 5 day minimum. Galleon Resort Marina Galleon Marina is part of the resort so you get access to the hotel facilities which includes the pool, bar & rooftop to watch the sunset. One of the most popular along with A&B. Rates: Transient dockage: $3.50/ft. Special occasion dockage: $4.25/ft (FantasyFest, etc.) Key West Bight Marina (City
Marina) Rates: Transient dockage: $2.50/ft. per day, $40.00/ft. monthly. Metered electric. Special occasion dockage: $3.00/ft. per day - 5 day minimum. 120 day limit per year. Special occasion dockage: $3.50/ft. 5 day minimum. Key West Westin Resort and
Marina Rates: Transient dockage: $3.00/ft. + 18.00 per day utilities. Special occasion varies per event. Fantasy Fest is $5.00/ft. with a $1000 deposit advance. Garrison Bight Area: Garrison Bight Marina (City Marina) This marina is under renovation right now. It is not in very good condition. Rates: $1.90/ft. plus $6.25 utility charge per day, $34.00/ft. monthly. (3 month max stay per year) $25.00 shower key deposit. Garrison Bight Mooring Field Mid-way between Duval Street & the major shopping area.
About a 10 block walk to Seaport/Duval area & about 10 blocks to the
major grocery stores. Bus stops nearby. We stayed in the
mooring field in 2005. It's not bad unless a north wind is blowing and
then there is no protection. Rates: $15.32 daily, $270.17 monthly. Includes dinghy dockage & shower facilities. New shower & laundry facilities are currently being built. Stock Island Area: Most marinas on Stock Island are a $25-30 taxi ride into Key West. There are bus stops all around Stock Island. Kingspointe Marina - formerly Oceanside Marina - now under complete renovation Rates: Transient dockage: $3.20/ft., monthly rate $33.00/ft. Discounts apply for 3 month or longer stays. Safe Harbor Marina In old town Stock Island. It's an interesting marina. Hogfish Restaurant & Bar is at this marina. Rates: n/a Sunset Marina We are currently in this marina. It is a great hurricane hole. The marina is in LONG walking distance of the major grocery stores, about a 20 minute bike ride to Duval Street or a $25 taxi ride. There is a bus stop right in front of the marina. We bought scooters. If you are coming into the marina, call and get directions. It is a little tricky to get into the marina. The Dockmaster will even meet you after you come into Garrison Bight to guide you in if you'd like. Rates: $2.75/ft. per day, $31-33/ft. monthly. Special occasion rates: $3.50/ft. 3 night minimum.
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Places of note that we have visited, soon to be written about:
I will be relaying our experiences in these places soon.
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