THE FLORIDA KEYS TRAVEL GUIDE | Islamorada

[@Explorcation]

We hope you enjoyed exploring Islamorada with us, we had a jam packed couple of days. This was our first trip to really experience the Florida Keys. Have you been to the Keys? Or do you want to visit some day? We'd love to know!

[@billyc3757]

Absolutely one of your best, most informative videos you've ever created. You're both upping your game. This trip looks like something in my wife and I's future!

[@Explorcation]

Thanks so much for this encouraging comment! We had so much fun making this one and we're glad it showed through. Finding amazing companies who are excited to work with us always helps!

[@RickAndell]

One of the best FL Keys videos I’ve seen. Good job! Looking forward to your new Keys videos.

[@Explorcation]

Thanks so much, Rick! We really appreciate the kind comment.

[@Destinations2see]

Very cool! Been waiting for weeks for your Florida Keys Series 🤩

[@Explorcation]

Thank you! We're so glad we can finally get some keys content up on our channel.

[@CarlosGonzalez-mr5qz]

Nice video! You guys had so much fun!

[@Explorcation]

Thanks so much, we were fortunate to have good weather and get connected with some great people to make this episode happen! It sure was an exciting couple of days 😁

[@sherryvietor5767]

Another great video and your timing is perfect. I cannot wait to see the Key Largo edition. We are traveling to Key Largo in January for the first time and I love your reviews and recommendations. I take notes and build an itinerary from your videos.

[@Explorcation]

We're so glad you enjoyed it, Sherry. The Key Largo video just went live on the channel. We really hope you enjoy it and that it helps you to make the most of your time there!

[@jadeheart911]

The catboat and the fishing looked so awesome ! The food along the way looked inviting as well ! But Jamie almost getting eaten by a giant fish !!??? OMG ! LOL ! Thanks guys !

[@Explorcation]

Yeah I think we both thought the cat boat and fishing trip would be as exciting as it gets, but the Tarpon nearly eating Jamie's hand definitely took the cake 🤣

[@genehinders9639]

Can't wait for the rest of your Keys videos! Great job!

[@Explorcation]

Thank you Gene! We can't wait to get them posted!

[@genehinders9639]

We've got Island Grill on our list but hadn't made it to yet..thanks for the review!

[@Explorcation]

Definitely worth the stop if you enjoy fresh tuna!

[@genehinders9639]

@Explorcation I do but Terri will probably get chicken 😉

[@carolsommers411]

This is a awesome video. I really enjoyed it. I love the keys. Thank you❤

[@Explorcation]

Thanks so much, Carol. We love the keys too!

[@XIII-Stripes]

You're best video yet!....I looked up halfway through thinking it was a second video loaded when I wasn't looking.....such fun to watch and see that amazing key with you....thank you so much for the amount of effort I know went into this one! 👏👍🌴

[@Explorcation]

Yeah it turned out to be a much longer video than we expected, but there was so much good footage that we just weren't willing to cut out. Were really glad to hear you enjoyed it!

[@patriciajuszak5784]

That cat boat looks like so much fun! Going on my list!

[@Explorcation]

🙌 yeaaa, it was soo much fun and our footage couldn't even capture how awesome it was. We hope you have a fantastic time when you do it!

[@genehinders9639]

Awesome fishing! I have yet to catch a Tuna or a Wahoo...I can say fresh MahiMahi is fantastic!😊

[@Explorcation]

Yeah, fresh mahi is so good!

[@genehinders9639]

@Explorcation It's one of the only times I can get Terri to eat fish...she's coming around more on recent trips though 😀maybe I'll get her convinced to move yet!

[@MarkEntl]

This is my first comment despite watching plenty of your Florida videos. This certainly was an extra good video with plenty of Fantastic action. But all of your videos are Great!!! Thank you!!

[@danielgingras2427]

Thank you so much for the great video. I'm going there tomorrow, looking forward to it.

[@Explorcation]

We really hope you had a great time, Daniel!

[@genehinders9639]

Beautiful toom there. We've stayed in Sands of Islamorada and Sunset Cove in KeyLargo

[@genehinders9639]

Lorelei's is wonderful!!

[@Explorcation]

It sure is!

[@genehinders9639]

Great places to visit in the Keys...Islamorada is wonderful!

[@Explorcation]

We definitely can't argue with that, Gene!

[@user-323LakeRetire]

We are so happy you are doing some videos on the Keys! We were married on Higgs Beach in Key West back in 2018. Those Cat Boats look like a blast!

[@Explorcation]

You and us both! Weve been eager to explore them for years and now that we are finally getting to, they are even exceeding our expectations!

[@BransonFamVlog]

That cat boat tour looks like fun! Those tarpon were HUGE!!

[@Explorcation]

Correct on both accounts!

[@marciabeazley8804]

Been waiting for you guys to go the the Keys! Amazing video. Can’t wait for the rest!! 😊

[@Explorcation]

We really hope you've been enjoying our keys mini-series. The final episode (Key Largo) just went up a couple of hours ago. Hopefully we'll get down to the lower keys sometime next year! Thanks for supporting the channel, as always.

[@6431harry]

What you did, would be my dream trip for the Keys. If you hit Bahia Honda State Park in the future videos, yep you did them all. I would love to do the fishing. I don't have enough people to split the cost of the charters. I see they do an amazing job. It is a spendy. The Cat tour looked like so much fun. Jamie was very brave with the tarpon. I'm looking forward to the next videos!

[@Explorcation]

Stay tuned.... We did make it to Bahia Honda. We're really glad you enjoyed this episode and hope it helps you to make the most of your next trip to the keys!

[@summerlinpublic5673]

Awesome!!

[@Explorcation]

Thanks so much for watching 😁

[@MrFroglips69]

Groovy episode. Very well done.

[@Explorcation]

Thank you! We had a blast making it and can't wait to come back.

[@Scott_SC2]

I love your channel guys..it’s gonna take off!! keep up the awesome work.

[@Explorcation]

We're glad you enjoy the channel and we really appreciate the encouraging comment, Scott! Thanks for the support.

[@Scott_SC2]

@ I’ve always wanted to move to Florida. I live in Lincoln, NE. Your story of not being happy with your jobs and/or the Midwest and moving to Sarasota have re-inspired me.

[@genehinders9639]

Looks like a great crew to fish with!

[@Explorcation]

They definitely were, Gene!

[@genehinders9639]

@Explorcation I've bookmarked their place for future reference!

[@jjb6410]

I love how much fun you both had. The food looks fantastic...

[@Explorcation]

We sure did have a blast and we're glad it showed through!

[@classyvintagetravels6744]

Loved it! Thank you.

[@Explorcation]

Thanks for watching! We had a great time in Islamorada.

[@bryantsteury8910]

Having been to the keys multiple times but never stopped along the way, this is now in my KZbin saved files. Next time we drive down this will be must see viewing

[@Explorcation]

We really do help our video helps you make the most of your time in the keys! Islamarada is definitely worth the stop!

[@florida-adventures-travel]

Great production!

[@Explorcation]

We're really glad you enjoyed it! Thanks so much for watching.

[@ladamionwilcox3473]

Very beautiful ocean.

[@Explorcation]

It sure was 🙂

[@zeropressureacoustic7255]

I liked this video a lot. A nice variety of subjects covered. Great job!

[@Explorcation]

Thank you so much for this encouraging comment. We always appreciate your support!

[@stevemerrill7430]

Great video! We will be down there in February. Can't wait! We will visit the same places, thank you for posting this

[@Explorcation]

Thanks, Steve! We hope the video helps you make the most of your time down there in February! If you do end up visiting places you discovered in this video, we'd love it if you'd mention that you found them through Explorcation!

[@reynaldorivera743]

Great video Love Islamorada in the Keys and Old Town Robbies is a great spot

[@Explorcation]

Thanks so much! Yes, we loved Robbie's too!

[@bigsquatchsasfoot1964]

I’m in the UK we’ve holidayed in the keys a fair few times it’s one of my favourite places I’ve ever been . Mangrove Mikes really is absolutely fantastic for food and the staff are great ! it brought back a lot of memories I’m thinking I’d like to go back again now after watching this many thanks 👍

[@3103Juan]

I know people have already mentioned it. But great vlog on this area of the keys. Love it & you have convince me to do this tour with wifey. Keep up the good work.

[@Explorcation]

Thank you so much, Juan! We hope you have as much fun on the tour as we did! If/when you book, please let them know you discovered them on our channel!

[@tomf429]

We go every year the week before Easter. We stay in Key Largo and spend lots of time in Islamorada. We go to Key West for the day, and always go Bahia Honda for the swimming. Our favorite spot is Robby's. The kids (my grandkids) love it.

[@genehinders9639]

We'll definitely have to check out those CatBoats

[@Explorcation]

It was such an awesome experience! Way more fun than we ever imagined.

[@ericlangford8555]

😂you guys are awesome, we want to go back to the keys after this video getting some food and drink IPAs . Looks like fun thanks.

[@BobCarlson]

As much time as I spent there it was never enough. I rented one of those mini cats in my area. We had to run it at high speed in an area of a zillion boat wakes. I thought it was a blast. The girlfriend said it was a never again adventure. I’ll show her this and maybe change her mind.

[@Explorcation]

We totally get it, Bob. I think a cat boat would be fun anywhere, but especially in the keys. The only time we had to drive through wakes was when we were trying to!

[@genehinders9639]

M E.A.T in Tavernier is awesome!! Great burgers and chicharones

[@Explorcation]

Well have to add that one to the list for next time!

[@genehinders9639]

@Explorcation We've definitely got to get back down to the Keys again...maybe '26

[@danettepryor5016]

so cool to see your video. we are going to the keys in 2 weeks and sailing on celebrity reflection in april. found your site looking at reviews of celebrity reflection. great video.

[@Explorcation]

We're so happy you discovered our channel and we really hope it helps you make the most of your time both in the keys and on the Reflection!

[@LittleMissIssues]

I have been to Island Grill!!! OmG SO SO SO yyyyuuuuummmmm!!! Can't wait to get back to the Keys!!! XO

[@Explorcation]

Yes it is amazing! Thanks for watching. We hope you get back to the Keys soon!

[@budmoore3822]

Island Grill just opened inside Ocean Pointe Resort. They operate the Pool Bar and Clubhouse.

[@jimgraves6464]

Great video guys enjoyed the video

[@BridgeGuitar]

So fun!!!

[@Explorcation]

Thanks for watching! It really is a fun place!

[@heater631]

Absolutely LOVE Islamorada. Our little getaway here from Miami

[@Explorcation]

We sure understand why!

[@genehinders9639]

Rain Barrel is iconic!!!! We grabbed some delicious smoothies there.

[@Explorcation]

Nice!

[@genehinders9639]

@Explorcation very eclectic place!

[@KimAmo24]

This is a great video! We love Islamorada. Florida Keys Brewing is our favorite! Sklar, did u try the Iguana Bait Grolsch??? Sooo good. Love that you tried the little cat boats...on our list! Next time you go - hit up Papa Joes - I think you will find a ton of cool content there.....

[@Explorcation]

Thank you so much. We'll sure do hope FL Keys Brewing is open next time we make it to Islamorada! Every beer we had from them was great, although we did not see the Iguana Bait Grolsch. We'll definitely be keeping an eye out for that one! We'll be sure to check out Papa Joe's as well.

[@petergeorge4160]

Keep up the great work. We are in Orlando next week. Usually fly into Tampa for Anna Maria, Dunedin and Clearwater. Unfortunately due to storms we have had to go Orlando. Not so bad as the weather is getting cold here in England. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 I am looking forward to Floridas Cloudy Citrus IPA 😀. Have fun.

[@Explorcation]

Thank you so much. We're sure you'll manage to have yourself a good time in Orlando. Weather is great this time of year. Be sure to enjoy an extra IPA for me!

[@petergeorge4160]

@ I am always ready to buy you a beer or two. Who knows, maybe I see you on our next Gulf Coast trip. Definitely AMI and Dunedin. Runaway Bay on AMI is on our list again.

[@ScullyPop]

Great episode!

[@Explorcation]

Thank you Scully. Most fun we had making an episode in a while!

[@FinanciallyFreeDeeTV]

what a great experience🥰

[@Explorcation]

Thank you Dee! It really was a wonderful experience.

[@leanneadams2549]

I’d love to do cheerios on that little speed boat also !! I’d have to try !! Looks so fun and I’m glad you added an activity !! Although eating technically is an activity…… I love Islamorada and need to get there before I make my long way back home to Wisconsin. Part of me with me left in Florida. !! PS Down season? What ? It’s November and there’s so many birds here and it’s super busy here over in yuckville Jacksonville.

[@Explorcation]

Lol yes eating is definitely an activity, but even we have to take breaks from it occasionally! Yeah we were surprised how not busy the keys were in Oct. and November. Sorry to hear the same cannot be said about Jacksonville

[@donbraham411]

Awesome

[@genehinders9639]

Haven't hit Robbies yet but The Theater of the Sea is a must do!

[@Explorcation]

We passed by the Theater so many times. Ultimately just didn't have enough time available to make it worth the price, but we definitely hope to visit someday!

[@genehinders9639]

@@Explorcation there's so much to see and do down there. And each "section" has its own draws and charm.

[@kellispiering28]

oh my gosh! this was a must view as we plan our Islamorada trip for the spring! About to book our Cat boat tour and looks like we found the spot! Will be sure to mention we found them from you two! Do y'all happen to know "off season" is for them? thank you so much you two! another fun watch :)

[@Explorcation]

We're so happy to hear that you enjoyed our video, Kelli! We really hope it helps you to make the most of your time on Islamorada! We couldn't be any happier to recommend that Cat Boat tour at Spray Watersports. It was truly amazing. If/when you do end up booking it, please let them know that you found them on our channel. From my understanding, "off season" pretty much runs from September through November, but we also heard that May is quite slow as well.

[@donbraham411]

Might have to do this in March the wife and I are going down to the keys for vacation. Fly to Miami get rental car, then stay for about 4-5 days down there

[@Explorcation]

Sounds like an awesome trip, Don. We hope you two have a blast!

[@gladysgriffin7347]

Great video. Thanks

[@Explorcation]

Thank you Gladys! We're really glad you enjoyed this one.

[@DebbieCMT]

We stayed at Ocean Point Condo, great location & easy to get to Miami Airport

[@budmoore3822]

Ocean Pointe is finally getting a vendor to operate the pool bar and Clubhouse Restaurant. They signed with the Island Grill. We are excited

[@Explorcation]

We could not agree more, Debbie!

[@observer3232]

Good video!

[@Explorcation]

Thank you so much! We're glad you enjoyed it.

[@jimardizoni3453]

Mango mikes is the best place for breakfast. If your looking for really good large amount of food, price right and pretty quick service. But get there early fills up quick its where the locals eat

[@coldair]

Viewers for 2 years from Switzerland 🇨🇭. Amazing videos. Please, could you add the date of the shooting video ? What time of the year were you there ?

[@Explorcation]

Thanks so much for this kind and encouraging comment! We filmed this video in October of 2024.

[@Chris-of6xm]

I just got back yesterday from the trip to the keys. Stayed in Big Pine Key yet visited all of them and had a great time. What is the peak season and down time in the keys? Going to do the cat boat rental based on your review Thanks so much

[@genehinders9639]

I had a shark try to steal a Mahi off my line!! Talk about adrenaline!!

[@Explorcation]

That would be quite the rush i'm sure!

[@reynaldorivera743]

Smathers beach and Higgs beach was not bad

[@Explorcation]

Thanks, Renaldo. We'll have to check those out next time.

[@jayjammer]

What time of year were you there?

[@Explorcation]

Very late September. Thanks for watching!

[@plinn2112]

Did you see the feral cats and raccoons at Ocean Pointe? My wife and I actually got a kick out of that. We were naughty and fed them.

[@Explorcation]

We did spot a couple raccoons out in the refuge area. They were fun to watch. We did see a couple cats as well. They seemed pretty friendly!

[@genehinders9639]

Are you using different video equipment these days? The whole production seems to have hit new highs recently

[@Explorcation]

Glad to hear that we are still improving! No new equipment other than our microphones which are awesome and really do improve our audio quality a lot. I think the video quality improvements just come with experience and better understanding of lighting.

[@budmoore3822]

I spent 20 years of my life taking about 150 photos a week. I can tell you have learned where to point the lens. You are definitely a professional. Great job.

[@genehinders9639]

@Explorcation whatever you're doing you're doing it well!

[@frosty6828]

When was this recorded?

[@Explorcation]

Early Oct. 2024

[@genehinders9639]

We had to pass on HogHeaven the night we were going to stop by...there had been a big fight and police were all over the place...maybe next time!

[@Explorcation]

That's crazy. It was a nice change from seafood. Not quite KC level BBQ but MUCH better views!

[@genehinders9639]

@Explorcation lol...I agree!!

[@sonnyvaldez3019]

What month was this visit?

[@Explorcation]

Early Oct. 2024

[@MothraVsTheWorld]

i'm mad you didnt get the key lime pina colada.

[@harryhoesch3793]

A shame the boats aren't electric. So disturbing to the peacefulness of the setting. Especially with so much non fossil fuel burning, free solar energy recharging available.

[@Explorcation]

That would be cool try out an electric cat boat. I'm not sure they exist yet, but perhaps someday!

[@mistymoon4844]

What time of year were you there?

[@Explorcation]

We visited in late September of 2024.