Florida 8 Day Road Trip: Miami, Key West, Everglades, Dry Tortugas & Biscayne Bay

[@richlyons22]

Dude, I never comment on anybody's KZbin posts, but as a born and bred native south Floridian who lives in Miami and frequents the Florida Keys every other weekend, this was one of the most comprehensive, enjoyable videos of my hometown I have ever seen on KZbin. Phenomenal job on this! God bless you and your Pops. Treasure the time you have together!! I only wish I would have done this with my dad to have these kind of memories on video forever.

[@organicvids]

Heading to keys with my son in a couple weeks, wanna tent camp thru. Any recommendations?

[@railroad9929]

​​@@organicvids I know this is 10 months later, but my #1 recommendation for anyone else planning to camp down there is to bring plenty of mosquito repellent.

[@organicvids]

@@railroad9929 we camped through the keys, i have vijeos on my channel. It was a blast. No msquos just the loud bug guy blaring through late at night.

[@bettsboysadventure3539]

Nice post Rich.

[@jblue88hoodgamer54]

Thanks for showing love an Respect to my State.

[@lolasaxby1399]

You probably already know this but you really won’t “know” how precious your travels with your pops is to you both! When he’s gone, you’ll still have him literally with you by way of videos and memories ! I’m so happy for you! Beautiful video too (as always!)

[@ThroughMyLens]

I love the fact that my children will be able to look back on these videos and get a better understanding of their dad and grandpa. I hope they will enjoy it!

[@lindadaly7602]

Not about tourist spots but worth it!

[@TedApelt]

That's what I was thinking. My dad died about two years ago from covid, and I am very glad I did the things I did with him when I was able to. Once they are gone they never come back.

[@xaliimocaqil4550]

@@Mellimel125 soused

[@xaliimocaqil4550]

@@Mellimel125 used

[@valeriealas]

Your dad is the best travel buddy ever!

[@jimebanks3079]

As a native Floridian, I would like to congratulate You and your Dad for an outstanding VLOG on Miami, the Keys, Key West, and Fort Jefferson! I have watched many others, but yours has been the best. This one, and the one y’all made on Route 66, from Calif. to Chicago, are my two favorites. Keep up the good work!

[@mehmetucar3685]

🙏😊

[@NinjaBooKitty]

Man I am so surprised at your subscriber count. Your videos are such professional quality, perfect in every way, and always so relaxing and enjoyable. The fact that you get to travel with your Dad is so beautiful. Thanks for all your hard work! 😍😍

[@mojaveblayze]

I agree

[@evabb506]

Thank you so much for giving other ppl an opportunity to go places they can't go IRL, through your lens! It's interesting and well narrated, never gets boring.....

[@turmaalava4737]

Impressive footage. Very comprehensive narration, presentation and edit of your daily activities in Florida. Your Dad must be a history buff himself. His presence adds flavor to the journey itself. Enjoy your time with your Dad. Thanks for sharing.

[@jimtomstimpson1477]

I love the relationship you have with your dad.

[@whatskevupto2964]

This channel is so good, I seriously hope you take more trips exploring different parts of the USA

[@ThroughMyLens]

Next up, all five Utah national parks. We just got back last week from that one!

[@KraftyGals]

Josh…Pop posing in the shark was hysterical…definitely had me laughing…we love Pops. This was another Amazing video…you always have great content…plenty of useful info…wonderful views…plenty of food and coffee info…and you always have such a happy smile on your face …another trip to add to my list. TFS Josh and Pops.

[@NancysNibblesofLife]

Yes, the shark bit was hilarious! LOL funny.

[@jm.rossignol]

It is actually nice to watch a Florida tour video that does not involve Disney and outlets.

[@rosemaryholm4409]

You and your dad are beautiful souls! Thanks for your vidoing. Beautiful, refreshing. Bless you both!

[@Bridgetmontanez123]

My husband and I worked in Everglades National Park. And the vultures can destroy a car very quickly. The tarps don't help much. And will shred a convertible top in no time. Hope you enjoyed tge Everglades!!! I managed Flamingo Marina for years and I loved the beauty of the glades. The manatees were my favorite.

[@fpartidafpartida]

Is it OK or mess with the vultures or are they a protected species?

[@laurasamaniego5937]

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your Florida adventure with us. You are so fortunate to create memories with your dad. You are a great narrator.

[@realjohnnewburg]

Awesome! Born and raised at Fort Lauderdale. This Floridian loves that you are touring around this beautiful sunshine state and sharing it to all of us 🌴☀️

[@ThroughMyLens]

Thanks so much for chatting with us during the premier and sharing your insights on the humidity haha

[@JasonTaylor-po5xc]

Yes, a sunset cruise in Key West is a bucket list item.

[@lunarstain7545]

This is so crazy. Just weeks before I crossed the continent to bucket list Route 66, you release that video. Then just DAYS after booking my first tip to the Keys in over a decade, you put out this! You and your pops are an AMAZING travel duo! You have such fun chemistry and I love seeing the country with you two just before I make my own travels following your footsteps! OMG AND YOU JUST PUT OUT SHANENDOA WHICH IS MY FAVE NATIONAL PARK!!! I love you guys! This trip to the Keys is gonna be the best 30th birthday ANYONE ever had!!!!!

[@christinemeyers495]

Awesome videos! Love the Pops and Son Vibe!♥️👏😩

[@BoydXplorer]

Great exploration around Florida USA. Beautiful place. Tnx4d free ride. Watching from DUBAI

[@RobertLee337CancelProof]

31:15 anytime there's no one on the beach but you is a good day at the beach

[@carolynlazzell5316]

Watched this video yesterday after the Route 66 one. You and your Pops have such a great relationship, and you seem to enjoy each other's company. You guys are truly making great memories together. Love your videos.

[@mainazary9012]

I came across your channel tonight’s and you have done a great job ( precious too ) ! Thank you for the video🤗

[@xINVISIGOTHx]

mustard on turkey sandwich 👌 👍👍

Yeah great to spend time with your dad.

[@mariluducunget7816]

WOW! Beautiful Beautiful video ,very well made, but the most beautiful thing was to see father and son sharing together. Congratulations God bless you both. Thank you for letting us enjoy such a wonderful tour.

[@claramullen]

My husband and I have been camping every year out at Fort Jefferson for 13 years we take the ferry and all our gear for the 3 nights and four days they allow. It is a paradise.

[@rams641]

Brother ! the most honest travel show host. Such a treat to watch

[@alainvosselman9960]

Been watching some of your videos and really enjoy them. My mother is currently suffering the end stages of cancer and it keeps me close to her. Can't go traveling and it's been long time due. I like how you have such a good bond with your dad, that's very special and more so as you share these awesome adventure together. Seen your Route 66 video, the Utah trip, Blue Ridge Parkway and now this one. Sometimes i forget to like them because my mind is still with yous on your trips...srry for that. Thank you for sharing your experiences and definitely looking forward visiting your country. So much beautiful land and culture. Grtz from Belgium.

[@lyndalinderman6085]

I grew up in miami on Biscayne Bay and the Julia Tuttle Causeway ( beach-airport) My mother often took us to the glades back when (the 50s) all they had was primitive boardwalks and Purple Gallinules would eat from our hands. Fairchild Garden was not overly developed then. Entrance was free and I spent a lot of time there just wandering or sitting and reading a book. Miami, then, was a wonderful place to grow up. This was like a trip home. Thank you.

[@HeretekNC]

I grew up in Key Largo and I LOVE Mrs. Mac's, but the best Breakfast in the Upper Keys (aside from the obvious morning-time sunrise beer and eggs at the Lorelai) would be at Harriette's with their Key Lime Muffins! I'm sad it's too expensive down there for people born and raised in the keys to actually live down there but whenever I'm down there visiting I always try to hit up my old haunts.

[@ZYX261]

I'm glad that you brought up the National Park Visitor's Center and their passport stamps. I always buy a couple of their best NP scenic postcards, hit them with their stamp, retrieve a couple of postage stamps from my wallet, stamp them, and then drop them in their mailbag. Nice mementos. I used to teach Geology of National Parks, have visited over half of them, but not Dry Tortugas. THANK YOU!!! "Your safety IS YOUR responsibility" should not have to be on a sign! COMMON SENSE! I have just discovered your site and truly appreciate your quiet, respectful, and well photographed videos. Too many 'visitors' are just noisy and rude. Thank you!

[@BruceOnLocation]

After seeing you and your dad , I wish my father was alive. Great video, and thanks for doing my homework.

[@KhangNguyen-ni5gy]

I really love this video. You and your pops are so lucky to have this time to travel together! Since you've done an amazing job researching all the different places, I'm just going to follow your itinerary when I visit Miami and Key West next week! Keep up the good work!

[@billstoys8324]

Great trip, thanks for having us along. You showed us some more places that we want to see. We are in the Orlando area.

[@louised5945]

Thanks so much for the comments on handicap accessibility! I’m planning on making trips in the US and maybe abroad. You’ve given me a head start. 🙏🏽😆

[@reesnaza9110]

Yes, mustard on a turkey sandwich. I’ve always wanted to visit Florida, your experiences really helped me narrow down which places I’d like to visit.

[@maryfaircloth3295]

A fantastic FL trip. I love this and will have to repeat it. Thank you and Pops for taking me along. You give me great ideas. I'm a traveler 👊👍🏽

[@ThroughMyLens]

So glad you liked it and I hope you have a great trip if you visit some of the spots!

[@hildilrs]

What a great video! I am a native Miamian. Your dad made me laugh so much him inside that shark on the side of the road to Key West. 🙏🌴Yes!! to Mustard on the Turkey sandwich. 😋

[@katztaylor6208]

Love watching you guys !! What a blast I love your dad my dad has never been in my life and I always wanted one so its so special watching you both together its so special.

[@lorraineworsnop5351]

I've been to Florida many times because my sister has lived there for 35 years and you introduced me to things that she has never taken me to. I'm going to have to have words

[@majorbarbara1]

What a pleasure to see these places. I’m home bound and I’ve always wanted to go to Key West, Miami and the Everglades. Dry Tortuga was incredible. You researched your trip so well-all the museums, parks and eateries. Very well put together. Your voice is relaxing to listen to. Thanks for taking us with you and your Pops!

[@wendyrobertson3899]

Viscaya and Venitian pool were my favorite places as a kid. I grew up in the then western edge of Miami when Bird Road ended across a bridge into farm land then into the eastern edge of the Everglades. Many weekends were spent in the Glades enjoying nature until development started draining the swamps I grew up in. All those places you're visiting are wonderful, but what's more exciting is seeing you and your dad traveling together. You'll always look back on those times and see how much fun you had with your Dad. Love your travels.

[@jesserevilla992]

You were in my home town. I live 4 blocks from Deering Estate. Many of Stilt homes are no longer there.Hurricane Andrew took a few out and many more afterwards. You had allot still calm waters. We camp on Boca Chica with our boat.. you did an excellent job showing Miami; But you did miss the Natural Zephyr Spring Water pool in Coral Gables; yet you can only cover so much; And you missed Coconut Grove our 1st City lol .

[@Usernamesweresrsbsns]

ive watched a handful of your trip videos and watching you two brings tears to my eyes. i wish i had even a fraction of your relationship with my own father. its a beautiful thing. its so important to have this kind of bond with your pops. he should be real damn proud of himself for raising such a great son. i hope one day my father and i run into you two, so i can give you both a hug for pushing me to keep working on a better relationship with my father. bless.

[@popshiking]

@Usernamesweresrsbsns We do enjoy traveling with each other. You could have hardly said a more encouraging thing to us than that the videos have inspired you in your relationship with your father! That is so so cool!

[@Usernamesweresrsbsns]

@@popshikingover time ive noticed how much youtube has become such a beautiful place on the internet, i think these kinds of videos not only help us see into eachothers lives/experiences but also inspires us to live more fulfilling lives. the comment sections in most videos on youtube, veer from the negativity that usually is found on social media: are a great forum for us to help like minded people communicate, share compassion and pay credit where its due. im glad you read my comment and felt the encouragement. thank you for the reply and i hope youre both doing well!

[@lynnh9140]

I wasn't familiar with the Dry Tortugas until this video. It looked fabulous and that beach was breathtaking.

[@lornahardin4563]

Great trip, thanks for taking me. Loved the history on Dry Tortugas.

[@ThroughMyLens]

Glad you enjoyed it. It was such a cool place to visit

[@1964mother]

Pops in the shark is the best yet! 🦈

[@rephaelrechitzky9763]

Wow, I always love your trips. You are great presenter and nice to see how you love to go for trips with your father. You are so lucky. Thank you so much.

[@dianeribaudo956]

Your videos have done so much to expose the world to the beautiful variety of the USA

[@leemorgan7436]

Been to the Keys several times. I love it. Spent 5 nights in the tortugas camping over new years 1999-2000. One of my favorite trips ever! Great video as always!

[@kathymellon3906]

Your so lucky to get to enjoy all that with your dad. I am 65 my parents been gone and I miss them we had our adventures at our lake cabin and the memories are great I am enjoying your trip as my eye just got bad and I am sitting inside the sun is too much but i can enjoy y'all's trip

[@Araegrab]

Looks like y’all had a great time! Now you have me craving pie and yes Mustard on Turkey sandwich is 👍👍

[@goldiegill2261]

We go to Key West every year, and we never get tired of it. All the things to do, places to go, and things to see. You would have to be there for several weeks or more to do, see, and eat everything that goes on in Key West. The nightlife is spectacular.

[@zaporida]

Brilliant. I just love your videos. We visit the USA from London, UK every year and your presentations are invaluable. Thanks.

[@Mumorri]

Thanks for the awesome video and hello from Helsinki Finland!

[@ThroughMyLens]

Thanks for watching the video all the way from Finland!

[@Bajaandblonde]

Spicy mustard is a must for a turkey sandwich! Just had to give my two cents, lol. I also just stumbled upon this video. i got sucked in! I live in Florida and watched the whole thing! I am definitely going to go check out some of the spots that you went to. Hope you enjoyed your time here!

[@mehmetucar3685]

❤️

[@phyllisjf3042]

I'm enjoying the blow-by-blow coverage of your videos and I love your father; he's such a great sport.

[@in2jc]

Amazing Video! Many Thanks! Beautiful Florida

[@lealsan]

Thanks Pops and Pops Jr. Your videos are great !!! Keep on traveling !!!

[@johnwixon7868]

I live in Florida.. my son lived in the keys.. while he was alive..I come from south Dakota.. not far from Fargo north Dakota..I wish my son could have seen all the beautiful places you have seen..I love how you father and son appreciate your time together..I have a daughter.. wish she could get the chance to see the world too.. but like wonderful peeps like you guys..we can dream.. God bless.. love y'all

[@dwlsn93]

Awesome capture of that beautiful double-rainbow! Your Pops is a star! ⭐

[@philmacarthur8960]

We lived in Key West from 1977 to 2005. Your travelogue was loaded with memories we relived from our easy chairs....thank you so much

[@bettycerkoney1626]

This helped me planned our trip to the Keys! The videos show what a special bond you and your dad have too. What a blessing ❤

[@cindyireland3394]

We thoroughly enjoyed traveling with you guys. We have been to some of the areas you visited but still enjoyed visiting again with you both ❤

[@martyc7029]

I love all of your videos. You bring the true visitor to the area, stopping and enjoying the tourist spots on the way. The commentary on what to enjoy, what is worth the price, and where to eat is always interesting without being drawn out or overdone. Thank you very much for all you do. I enjoy these all, and can travel without leaving home vicariously through all of your wonderful videos. Two thumbs up!

[@JJ-ml7wo]

Great job! You and your dad look like cool people! Thanks for the video

[@chesabugg]

I love your videos with your dad, they are beautiful and I love the interaction between both of you ❤️

[@Jpoy213]

The mustard sauce is amazing. My son dropped his own traps a few years back, it was an amazing season

[@YaYa-jy1yv]

Fantastic trip! What’s great about watching this online is the opportunity to pause the video and go to a search engine for more in-depth history of the places you take us to. Thanks!

[@ThroughMyLens]

Glad you enjoyed it! So much history to learn at many of these places for sure!

[@robinwoods6091]

I went to Key West and other islands in the 1970s. You choose a good time to go. We snorkeled alot when we went. I remember the bridges seemed long. My cousin lived there for a while recently as he was in the Coast Guard. I remember sea urchins and lots of small fish. the ocean was beautiful there. Your dad favors Dr. Gundry. Thank you so much!

[@seanstein8313]

So Hyped to see this!! the full road trip episodes are my favorite. I love seeing you and pops reviewing food! You guys should do that more often!!

[@ThroughMyLens]

Appreciate that! We need to work on our descriptive words in our food reviews haha

[@dianemayer177]

Life isn’t always kind, so I’m thankful to do my Bucket List with your awesome videos. I been “with you” on the California Pacific HWY and started with Alaska trip. Very enjoyable. Many thanks!

[@jlf1309]

I live in the Florida Keys and I have to say that your video was FANTASTIC! There are a lot of places I need to see! God bless you and your father! 😊👍

[@maryhageman6224]

It’s always the old fashion way when the weather is bad it’s bad ! It’s the break of the weather . Between Summer and fall ? It’s the good between the good and the bad !

[@andreajohnson1796]

Don't know how long this was on KZbin, I saved this for last , it's so beautiful and the wet weather it's so amazing, enjoy your trip with your pops nice and beautiful

[@maggyrae1333]

Growing up in Miami on bouts. Thank you for showing me a piece of my youth

[@raystravel8325]

This looks like so much fun. Even cooler you got to travel there with your dad like that.

[@padhphotography]

Father and Son Road Trips The BEST

[@ileanabonilla1361]

You passed by Homesteadwhete I live and visited many places I have visited. I love Robert is here; we love their shakes and fresh fruits and veggies. It felt good to see my favorite places on KZbin. Thank you I enjoy both of you and all your videos. Thank you♥️

[@christieman5394]

I really enjoy watching the travel videos with you and your Dad. You do a great job and you both make the videos as good or better quality content of any travel program on television! I also try to spend time with my father and with his health issues and age it gets more difficult every year.. I'm living your time with your Dad vicariously through your lens. Thank you

[@bunty55555]

Hey I love it that you travel and explore places with your dad ….all the best !

[@indirac.4010]

A beautiful video . I am happy you went with your dad!

[@BiancaMMM]

I can’t believe I watched an entire video on someone’s trip. Your voice is so relaxing and I love how you and your dad are so lighthearted and cool! I live in Florida and haven’t been to a lot of these places! I wanna go on the next trip lol

[@mindiwilhelm4322]

The beautiful glass sculptures by the butterfly park look like the work of Chihuly.

[@ludicrous7044]

I couldn’t visit KW until 1966 after I got a job and bought a new car. ($3700)!😳 Gas was 35 cents a gallon !🤦🏻‍♀️ Now it’s $3.50 and $37,000!💰I stopped going around 1980 when a room topped $100!! Wish the train was still running as that would be a blast! KW was a private resort that catered to rich folk that ride the train from up North. A hurricane damaged it and made it possible for us peasants to enjoy it! 👍🏻Thanx for your videos making it possible for a lot of people to see things they probably couldn’t!👋🏻

[@nancyz2098]

Hanging out with your dad "priceless"!!

[@travelwithpops]

@Nancy Zelidon Totally agree!

[@jichengzhang7291]

Thanks for this super quality video and the informative and interesting narrative:)

[@RelaxedRoamer]

Thanks for your time recording the beautiful video and share with us 😍 greetings from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@ThroughMyLens]

No problem, thanks for watching from Scotland!

[@drsandy842]

I made out fine parked there without covering the truck. It was really funny because there’s one point we’re the trail extends straight out off the circle trail. It had a massive area of crocs. I came rumbling in my power scooter and all the crocodiles all popped and snapped open and mouth very quickly. We went in February so mosquitoes. And with Pops I’m from NJ!!!! Thanks for the memories!!!

[@jsgreys11]

This is the first time I’ve seen your blogs. I LOVED, LOVED, LOVED this trip to FL. I grew up in FL. In the 1950’s. My parents moved our family to Michigan in the last ‘60’s. BIG change! I have been back to visit, but never to live. 🥹🥲 Now you are visiting Alaska! One place I’ve never wanted to visit! I’m now living in NC. Not as good as FL. but much better than MI. Hope you see a moose…and not a bear!

[@TedApelt]

His Alaska one is very good. One thing that struck me is that he went to two states of the USA that could not be more different, yet he was eaten alive by mosquitos each time!

[@live.laugh.love8888]

I admired the loving relationship that you're having with your dad ❤❤❤❤❤ very cute , adorable and fantastic memories. Your dad can walk sooooo much during your Utah trip. Hope you and your dad continue to have many more love memories traveling together. God bless you and your dad 🙏 in good health and longevity.

[@sharonclifford2633]

Great information and I really need to put the Florida Keys on my list. Thoroughly enjoyed our travels.

[@angelicacope3637]

If you come back to Florida try the Northwest Coast! Pensacola Beach has the most pristine clear water I've found in the state - and the sand is white and fine like sugar!

[@vicm6561]

Sh don’t tell everyone bad enough most of the home have been turned into rentals.

[@lindadowling1017]

Absolutely wonderful..thank you, for taking us along..

[@adaseale1262]

❤❤You and your Pops are so blessed to share this time together. God gave you both a blessing so many would love to have. I'm so happy for you both 💕

[@amydelcastillo3438]

We are traveling to Miami and Key West next month and stumbled across your video by accident. It's soooo informative, I took several notes and now have our "must-do" list. Thank you! And how amazing to do this with your Dad, what a blessing!

[@wanderlust62]

Pop in the shark, instant iconic, those were the best poses ever! I just about died when I saw Pop's In n' Out shirt! I am native CA and whenever I go home I eat one...or two every single day and I can be there for over a month at a time!

[@dkberclaz74]

This is our second family trip, after our trip to california last year, that we are preparing it with your videos. We could discover so many cool POV with your so interesting "stop by" you made on the PCH. Nowadays we are looking for a 10 days trip from Switzerland to Florida and I shall say that you are The reference to our family now for preparing trips in US. Your dad and yourself are gifted to enjoy those trip together. Thank you, bravo and keep going 🙂

[@Jpoy213]

Thank you and pop’s for sharing your journey with us , I am recovering from a severe stroke and have enjoyed all of your vlogs, stay healthy my friend 💕

[@Anuheaikauatuahine]

What a great road trip!! I especially enjoyed the trip out to the Fort. You're enabling us to visit places that we won't be able to see otherwise. I also love that you don't talk for periods of time so that we can enjoy just the scenery. The interaction between you and your dad is really wonderful. And by the way, **NO** mustard on turkey sandwiches!! None!