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DRY TORTUGAS NATIONAL PARK KEY WESTLITTLE SCALE Raddison Hotel Beachside Resort
0 0.5 Sigsbee Park & Conference Center
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BANK SHERWOOD FOREST REEF 60'-130' Int. - Adv. Within the DRY TORTUGAS NATIONAL PARK Located 70 miles west off Key West, KEY WEST The Uncommon Place! Home to endless points of interest, 0.5 Key West Comfort Inn Key West
Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, Sherwood Forest Key West has more than you can possibly visit in a single day, or even a Welcome Golf Club
astounds divers and scientists alike with its beautifully- the islands were named "Las Tortugas" by Spanish explorer Ponce de week. This is one of America's most historic cities, where real estate deeds Kilometers Travelodge Suites College
Leon in 1513. Sailors later added "Dry" to the name, since the islands date back hundreds of years. You can find Ernest Hemingway's home, the The Inn at Center Stock
colored false bottom full of nooks and crannies where fish and lack fresh water. Fort Jefferson, on Garden Key, was built in the 1860's Key West Island
other sea creatures can find shelter. This ancient reef is over
9,000 years old, and the only one of its kind in Western and is the largest masonry structure in the western hemisphere, with 16
hemisphere. It is the best nursery habitat in the United million bricks. The Dry Tortugas are visited by boaters, ferry
passengers, divers and bird-watchers. Bird-watchers come primarily to
Magnificent

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Sigsbee Rd
John Audubon House and many other historic edifices. One of the most Rd
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SHERWOOD FOREST 8 FATHOM ROCK N W Channel see seabird colonies on Bush Key. ToppF.inMooDllerr Dr
BOB'S SANCTUARY Pulaski Shoal Light
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DAN'S CANYON MARGARET'S REEF DRY TORTUGAS UNDERWATER LIFE Tortugas Ecological Wreck 18th St 20th Ter
ANNE'S REEFS TEXAS ROCK Reserve has a line of underwater moorings that dive boats use. Wreck 17th Ter
BILLY'S RIDGE Tor tugas Bank There are a few other rocks, reefs and wrecks to dive as well,
GARY'S GROTTO including the moat wall area west of Fort Jefferson. This is a 17th St
AWESOME Tortuga's Ecological Reserve low-relief habitat with diverse coral reefs, carbonate banks 16th Ter
Mooring Buoys for SCUBA Divers and sandy coral rubble hardbottom. Depths range from 30 to
MUSHROOMS Located at Each Dive Flag 01 2 75 feet. This is some of the most species-diverse water in the GlyTRoSnomtnabmdeRiryut.smArchWKeirecCknJoernm.resDpdFlreyiexlDdr 19th St 20th St Cow Key Channel
Statute Miles Caribbean, containing more than 75 species of hard and soft 12th St S Roosevelt Bl
BRICKHEAD corals and 330 species of reef fishes and pelagic species. Many 18th St
012 colorful sponges and invertebrates also live here. The Tortugas 17th St
DRAGON FLY Kilometers area plays an important nursery role in the larger Florida 16th St
PATTI'S SCALE subtropical seascape. Currents that sweep from Gulf of Mexico,
INGEAR the Caribbean Sea, and the Atlantic Ocean converge here.

DANTE'S INFERNO

GEORGE'S GORGE
GUNGAN

SEACLUSIVE SANCTURARY
GOOD SPOT
1BAT CAVES

STEVE'S REEF
GREAT EVERY TIME WINDJAMMER to 18' Beg. This 261' vessel Middle Key East Key
sank in 1907. Parts of this wreck are exposed
at low tide. Mounds of star and brain corals Green Daymark Middle GoundHospital Key (Awash Wreck
cover the wreck. An excellent snorkeling site. in Summer)
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0 0.5 Red Daymark ISLAND DYNAMICS The tiny islands of the
Southwest Channel
Snorkeling
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Area Boundary
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Audubon's Loggerhead Key Dry Tortugas are in a constant state of change 10th St
Shearwater due to the erosive effects of currents, storms Sunset Dr
Lighthouse Whit and wind. At times, for example, Middle Key is
Red Daymark awash, and at times it may appear as a sand island.
FORT JEFFERSON MOAT WALL Iowa Rock WINDJAMMER Fort Jefferson Bush Key Bush Key is sometimes connected to Garden Key, Ann St Eisenhower 8th St
Snorkelers see parrotfish, pork- Green Buoy but after a storm it may be a separate island.
fish, grunts, sea fans, sea plumes, Wall St Frances St 7th St
hermit crabs, and queen conch. Green Daymark Garden Key Long Key Grinnell 4th St 6th St
The snorkeling here is great. 3rd St 5th
Ferry Route to Key West William St Margaret

White Daymark See Fort Jefferson St Dr 2nd
Detail to Right GeorgiaWhStite
Garden St George St St St
Key Bush Key 1st
Fort Jefferson North Coaling Angelfish Creek Front St
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Light Long Key Officers Research Natural 5th St
Tortugas (closed to Quarters Moat 4th
public)
Anchorage
Key WestRed Daymark
Barracks TORTUGAS SOUTH HABITAT Interestingly, the Windsor Ln St St
Harbor Light Tortugas South portion of the reserve includes a Elizabeth St
Visitor Center wide range of deep water coral reef habitats and
numerous rare and unusual reef species.
However, the deepest portions of Tortugas South
are far out of reach for sport divers, with depths of
1,600 to 1,800 feet. Here, limestone ledges
feature deep-dwelling sea life such as lantern
fish, tilefish, golden crabs, and giant isopods.
International AirportBRICK WRECK
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Park in the early- to mid-1800's. These people, who were called "Conchs"
(pronounced 'conks'), were the progeny of British Loyalists who had fled to
Fort Zachary Taylor Southernmost the Bahamas during the American Revolution in 1776. By the 1900's Key
Historic State Park West citizens called themselves "Conchs". Today's residents use the term

Point "Conch" to refer to a person born in Key West, while the term "Fresh Water
Conch" refers to a resident not born in Key West but who has lived in Key
WHITE STREET PIER Nice concrete fishing pier is wheelchair West for at least seven years. Folklore says in the old days, when a baby was
VIRGINIA REEF to 20' Beg. Divers find and enjoy stands Southernmost House accessible, and it is a good place to find evening yoga classes. born, the family would put a conch shell on a pole in front of their home.
of elkhorn coral, southern stingrays, red squirrelfish, queen Grand Hotel AIDS memorial is at the foot of the pier.

01 23 Card angelfish, and purple creole wrasses. Great site for snorkers.

Statute Miles Sound Caution: Surgy. KEY WEST CLOSE-UP 0 SCALE 500 MALLORY SQUARE AT NIGHT
0123 Yards
John Pennekamp THE WALL to 105' Adv. Drift dive on one of THINGS TO SEE AND DO IN KEY WEST: All kinds of performers crowd
Kilometers Coral Reef State Park only two real walls in the Keys. Barrel sponges GLASS BOTTOM BOAT DISCOVERY TOURS This glass bottom boat features a unique Sunset Key into Mallory Square in the
SCALE and sea fans thrive in the current. viewing room with 20 large windows at a 45-degree angle. At the reef you will see Franko Dean evening to entertain tourists Key West Bight
Boundary TURTLE REEF to 30 ft. Beg. Best diving is along the east the Florida Keys fabulous undersea life without getting wet! The boat docks at the
Spoonbill 997 side. Frequented by hawksbill turtles, and stoplight parrotfish. Key West Historic Seaport, in Land's End Village at the corner of Margaret St and and passersby. At times the Trumbo Rd
Caution: Surgy, poor visibility. Caroline St. (800) 262-0099 passersby join in, including
Card Sound TURTLE ROCKS to 30' Beg. Named for coral heads that look Franko! There are also lots of
Toll Bridge like turtles. PIRATE SOUL This unique museum is dedicated to the history of piracy. Come see local vendors and artisans with HistoricBSGoeltaatopssmort
the largest and most authentic collection of pirate artifacts ever displayed under booths for you to browse or
1 Plover one roof at 524 Front St. (305) 292-1113 purchase a souvenir.
MALLORY SQUARE Located at 1 Whitehead St, Mallory Square has many
attractions including: Boat Half Shell White St
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Everglades National Park Barnes SCHOONER THIORVA to 25' Beg. The dates of this ship wreck are KEY WEST SUNSET CELEBRATION Every evening starting about two hours Mallory Dock Grinnell StHistoreum
Sound a mystery. Her anchor, a cannon, and a few metal objects remain. before sunset, thousands of tourists and locals gather at the water's edge to Wall St Margaret St Elgin Ln
FLORIDA KEYS NATIONAL Ceramic shards can sometimes be found in the sand. experience this celebration, which consists of watching the sun sink into the Ann St Frances St
Key Largo MARINE SANCTUARY Key Largo Coral Reef Gulf of Mexico, and numerous arts and crafts exhibitors, street performers, Angela St
National Marine Sanctuary food carts, psychics, and more. This is a must-see event for anyone visiting Key West. Battleship
KEY WEST HISTORICAL MEMORIAL SCULPTURE GARDEN Features 36 bronze busts depicting men and women Maine Monument
Boundary important to the history of Key WeSt
KEY WEST AQUARIUM A wonderful aquarium that has delighted visitors for over seventy years. Come and
905 see hundreds of beautiful indigenous sea creatures of the Florida Keys. (800) 868-7482
KEY WEST SHIPWRECK HISTOREUM Museum that has artifacts from the wrecked vessel Isaac Allerton, films,
25013.00'N CARYSFORT REEF to 80' Named for the H.M.S. Carysfort, which and actors. The Isaac Allerton sank in 1856 and was discovered in 1985. There is also a 65-foot lookout tower
80012.74'W ran aground about 1770. The renovated lighthouse dates to 1852. you can climb. (305) 292-8990
Near the lighthouse the shallow spur-and-groove reef is super for CONCH TOUR TRAIN Since 1958, this “World Famous” tour train has entertained visitors to Key West with a
Belted Dagny Johnson snorkeling. Further out there is a drop-off with a second reef rising 90-minute tour filled with over a hundred points of interest. Board at Front and Duval Streets. (305) 294- Cruiseship DWuvhailteSht Meaaidn SShtopRpoiuntgeSttoreSeotuthernmost Point Simonton St William St
Kingfisher Key Largo from 65 ft. to within 35 ft. of the surface. Spectacular corals 5161 Pier B
Hammock throughout, but the colorful sponges dominate. OLD TOWN TROLLEY Offering 90-minute narrated tours, the trolley can be boarded at Mallory Square, the Key
Botanical West Welcome Center, and at most hotels. Includes optional stops to shop, dine, or visit nearby attractions.
State Park SOUTH CARYSFORT REEF to 80' Int. This storm-damaged reef is good (305) 296-6688 Marina Saltwater Heritage Eaton St Fleming St Love Ln
for snorkeling along the shallow reef at high tide, and the scuba diving is good Wildlife Angler House Theater Elizabeth St
outside the buoy line from about 30 ft. to 80 ft. depth. Caution: Surgy and KEY WEST MUSEUM OF ART & HISTORY Located at the Custom House at 281 Front Street, this 1891 building Museum
strong currents on outside reef.

Gallery Front St Bahama St

H.M.S. WINCHESTER to 30' Beg. This old wreck dates to the 1690's. Secret
Most of the remains are buried in the sand. Caution: Surgy, strong currents. Garden
Blackwater was once a post office, court house, and government center. (305) 295-6616 Ext. 16 Southard St City
John Pennekamp Sound "CHRIST OF THE DEEP" statue HORSESHOE REEF to 22' Beg. Reef rises to within 8 feet of the surface. Large colonies MEL FISHER MARITIME HERITAGE MUSEUM A fantastic museum that displays a fortune in sunken Spanish Truman’s Post Office San Carlos Ripley's Believe It Cemetery
Entrance Sign near John Pennekamp Coral of star, starlet, brain, and branching corals. Good reef for snorkelers. Schools of silversides ship treasures found by famed Mel Fisher & crew near the Florida Keys. 200 Greene Street. (305) 294-2633 Little Institute Or Not
on Hwy. 1 at John Pennekamp Reef State Park is a replica of are common, as well as the big fish that eat them. Caution: Surgy. AUDUBON HOUSE AND TROPICAL GARDENS The house has an amazing 28 first edition works by John James White Johnson Ln
MM 102.5 Visitors Center the "Christ of the Abyss" statue Audubon, the famous and inspirational wildlife artist. The tropical gardens are found at 205 Whitehead Cruiseship House Windsor
(MM 102.5) located in the waters off Genoa, NORTH NORTH DRY ROCKS to 25' Beg. Reef extends to within five feet of the surface, Street and cover one acre. The prized garden features orchids and bromeliads. (877) 294-2470 Ships Amelia St
Florida Bay Italy. It has become encrusted making it good for snorkelers. Several species of angelfish munch on various sponges. Star OLDEST HOUSE MUSEUM IN SOUTH FLORIDA This sea captain’s house dates to 1829 and shows history of Basin Ln Louisa St
with marine growth. Divers corals as tall as you are make a habitat for many small fishes. Caution: Surgy. 19th century wrecking in story, paintings, and artifacts. Features a light-up shipwreck locator. Found on the United St
Largo and snorkelers alike enjoy this main shopping street at 322 Duval St. (305) 294-9501 Aboard the fullyOuter Mole Porter Ln 0Mile MILE City Hall Key West
Sound awesome underwater site. CIVIL WAR WRECK to 20' Beg. This deteriorating wreck dates to the early 1860's. THE KEY WEST HERITAGE HOUSE MUSEUM & ROBERT FROST COTTAGE Built in the 1830's and occupied by operational USS Mohawk
Wood timbers provide a hideout for snapper, Spanish grunts, moray eels, coneys, parrotfish, seven generations of the Porter family. Poet Robert Frost spend many winters in a cottage in the garden. Visit Marker
Tarpon El Radabob Key angelfish, corals, sponges, nudibranchs, anemones, brittle stars, and hermit crabs. any day at 410 Caroline Street. (305) 296-3573 Fort Zero Green Original
Basin CITY OF WASHINGTON to 25' Beg. This 320-foot long barge struck the reef and sank HARRY S. TRUMAN LITTLE WHITE HOUSE Built in 1890. President Truman spent 175 days of his presidency Zachary Parrot Key West
Dolphin Cove (MM 101.9) in 1908. Friendly barracuda and green moray eels may expect you to feed them. Curl your here. Thomas A. Edison resided here during the First World War. 111 Front St. (305) 294-9911 Taylor Hammock Store
fingers and keep your hands by your side from these toothy friends. Great night dive. SAN CARLOS INSTITUTE Founded by Cuban exiles in the late 19th century. This building was completed in Mangoes
1924, and was renovated in the late 1980's and early 1990's. The institute is dedicated to Cuban heritage and
THE ELBOW to 85' Int. Famous for three wrecks: The Civil War Wreck, the City of history. Closed on Mondays. Located at 516 Duval Street. (305) 294-3887
Washington, and the Tonawanda (a steamer sunk in 1866). Caution: Surgy, strong currents. NANCY FORRESTER'S SECRET GARDEN This wonderful botanical garden includes rare endangered plants as
well as some that are extinct in their original habitat. There are 150 species of palms, a world class collection
Buttonwood MILE 25007.45'N NORTH DRY ROCKS to 25' Beg. The main part of this reef has four ridges that come within of aroids, as well orchids, bromeliads, ferns, and bog plants. Found at 1 Free-School Lane. (305) 294-0015 TUoSFESocMrot-oDThCaiaseycnwlootkvre,,er&Aryngela St The Official
Sound 100 80017.80'W 5 feet of the surface. This reef is snorkelable. There is a large archway in the middle called USS MOHAWK CGC MEMORIAL MUSEUM Come visit this wonderful museum, which is a Coast Guard ship that Conch Republic
1 Minnow Cave. Gray, queen, and French angelfish, silversides, parrotfish, trumpetfish, and served during World War II. Patrolling the North Atlantic, this ship launched a total of 14 attacks against Nazi
scrawled filefish are common. Caution: Surgy. submarines, rescued 293 men from the USAT Chatham, and rescued 24 men from the SS Barberry. The unique USS Mohawk Petronia St Store Center St Truman Ave
KEY LARGO DRY ROCKS (CHRIST OF THE DEEP) to 30' Beg. The nine-foot bronze statue known ship is still fully operational and in its original condition. It is filled with amazing memorabilia and artifacts. Museum
as Christ of the Deep is found here. The reef breaks the surface at low tide. This site has a large FLORIDA KEYS ECO-DISCOVERY CENTER This fascinating discovery center features a movie about the Florida Olivia St
variety of sea life. Good for snorkeling. Caution: Surgy. Keys and has over 6,000 square feet of interactive exhibits. Terrestrial exhibits focus on the above-water eco- Eco-Discovery Hemingway
systems including beaches, mangroves, and hardwood hammocks. Marine exhibits highlight the Keys’ Center
GRECIAN ROCKS (FORE REEF) to 30' Beg. Spur-and-groove reef that reaches the surface. famous undersea environment. Free admission and parking! Located at 35 East Quay Rd. (305) 809-4750 Home
Excellent for snorkeling. This is a sanctuary preservation area. Caution: Surgy. Great
The African Queen GRECIAN ROCKS (BACK REEF) to 6' Beg. This shallow reef Atlantic Ocean Blue ERNEST HEMINGWAY HOME AND MUSEUM Author Ernest Hemingway lived and wrote his novels here for TTehrormy aLsnSt Simonton St
(MM 100) is excellent for snorkeling. Spanish hogfish and tarpon are Heron over a decade. You can tour the rooms and lovely gardens. Dozens of cats live in luxury here, while tolerating
common. Caution: Surgy. the visitors. Hemingway loved his cats and these are their descendants. 907 Whitehead St. (305) 294-1136 Key West Duval St
KEY LARGO Dolphins Plus Lighthouse
"FLORIDA'S CORAL REEF Diver
Florida Keys Wild Bird John Pennekamp enjoys the view of an elkhorn SPIEGEL GROVE to 130' Adv. This 510-foot warship is famous for its Covington Howe St Julia St
Rehabilitation Center Coral Reef State Park coral "forest" at John Pennekamp use in humanitarian missions to Africa in the 1960's. The ship was on its Virginia
Coral Reef State Park. Photo from starboard side, but was tipped upright by a recent hurricane. Caution: Emma St
(MM 93.6) Boundary NOAA collection, thanks to the Strong currents. Dangerous for non-experts to deeply penetrate. DFeokratlSbtAve
National Undersea Research
Program. 25004.00'N Visit Franko at
80018.65'W wwwwww..ffrraannkkoommaappss..ccoomm

FREIGHTER BENWOOD to 45' Beg. This 360-foot-long freighter St Catherine St
wrecked on the reef in 1942. It was used for bombing practice by the
Key Largo National military at one time. This is a good choice for snorkelers, and is a great Ave
Marine Sanctuary night dive. Lots of groupers. Caution: Surgy/strong currents. St
(MM 95) 25003.16'N Fort Taylor Amelia
WHITE BANK DRY ROCKS to 18' Beg. An excellent choice for 80020.02'W FRENCH REEF to 40' Int. This reef has many swim-throughs, JOHN PENNEKAMP Entrance
overhanging ledges, and caves. Stoplight, queen, and midnight 1 Main Entry (MM 102.5) STATE PARK South Beach
beginning snorkelers. Butterflyfish, parrotfish, and damselfish Whitehead St
are common in this beautiful coral garden. Caution: Surgy, parrotfish are abundant here, chewing on the coral formations. VISITORS CENTER Truman Butterfly &
Also you will likely encounter dog snapper, yellowtail snapper, Annex Nature
visibility often not more than 20 feet. and queen and French angelfish. Good for snorkeling. Surgy. South St
THREE SISTERS to 20' Beg. Named for three markers MOLASSES REEF (MOLASSES DEEP) to 90' Adv. Marked by three mooring buoys. You Kiosk Conservatory

that used to mark a shipping channel. Only two of these will find elephant ear sponges, giant barrel sponges, and may encounter hawksbill turtles, Largo Moat
markers remain today. The site consists of shallow patch nurse sharks, and eagle rays. Caution: Surgy, strong currents. Sound
reefs. A nice place to snorkel. Caution: Surgy, poor viz. SAND ISLAND to 60' Int. Two main coral ridges are featured, as well as a KEY Mangrove
bowl-like depression where you can relax and watch the reef life all around you. LARGO Nature Trail Southernmost
MOLASSES REEF (NORTH END) to 40' Int. Centuries-old star coral Boardwalk House
MOLASSES REEF (SOUTH END) to 40' Int. A ship's winch, an mounds, and dozens of species of fish await you here. Camping Beach
area called Fire Coral Caves, and a Spanish anchor all await you here. 25000.74'N WINDLASS WRECK to 25' Int. This schooner is 25 yards east & RV's Parking Beach KEY WEST LIGHTHOUSE AND KEEPER'S QUARTERS MUSEUM On the National Register of Historic Places Fort Zachary Taylor Southernmost
This is a suitable place for snorkeling. Caution: Surgy, strong currents. B1iBGn9uIaB8VtatB7irlede,ttanoconuaf 1dmtOt83ek0s.00rii2tn'S2saT.hA4ohwe0dni'Wasvwh.siaenh3sri2Wposs7futWta-ntofhrIokobIeok,oftaoMapUrnraodd.arlSatss.rsieieCsdnereoevftsa.ehisLnd1eti3g0'h(3t9mTBo)uwoyerUCnhB. ueeISBratCtBrGsetrCiaPsriDebsvnUiornoAatneurNkedaEalslomyifTSdpuihemdri.fesaSanctsneatuyitcneakfaleP,vnaeoxrUrkci.teSepw.twCasotrheeaercssktl.aGdyusiTavohrednBesuoy as a National Historic Landmark, this lighthouse was originally built in 1847, and was extended from 46 Historic State Park Point
Visitors
24059.71'N Aquarium Center feet tall to 86 feet tall in 1894. Visitors can climb the 88 iron steps to the observation SOUTHERNMOST HOUSE GRAND HOTEL & MUSEUM
80022.77'W deck for a great view across Key West. The Keeper's Quarters was constructed in 1886. Built in 1896, converted into a 13-room hotel with a
Hemmingway Home Call (305) 295-6616 Ext. 16, 938 Whitehead St museum on the first floor in 1996. At 1400 Duval St.
24059.38'N (866) 764-6633
24059.23'N 80022.92'W FORT ZACHARY TAYLOR HISTORIC STATE PARK Florida's SOUTHERNMOST POINT IN THE CONTINENTAL UNITED STATES From this
80024.88'W southernmost state park, designated a National Historic Landmark photogenic spot it is just 90 miles to Cuba. The brightly colored concrete
Dive Boats in 1973. The fort was completed in 1866, and played important roles marker also declares that this is "The Conch Republic."
PICKLES to 80' Int. Named for the Pickle Barrel DUANE to 115' Adv. Like the Bibb, another 327-foot Radar Mast Stack Superstructure Glass Bottom Boat Nature in the Civil War and the Spanish-American War. Features a short Clarence Higgs
Wreck, a barge that carried mortar in large wooden U.S. Coast Guard cutter, which saw action in WWII Radar Room Bridge Helm Snorkel Trips Trail nature trail and a fine beach, perfect for picnicking, swimming, Memorial Beach
barrels. Now there are barrel-shaped concrete plugs and Vietnam, and was sunk in 1987. She rests Stern snorkeling, and fishing. At the end of Southard Street on Truman KEY WEST BUTTERFLY & NATURE CONSERVATORY A butterfly gallery, gift
with no wood. Conchs and flamingo tongues are upright on the sand. Guns Bow Annex. (305) 292-6713. shop, and learning center. Main feature is a nature conservatory filled with
common. live butterflies that may even land on you. (305) 296-2988 1316 Duval St
Main Deck The view from the lighthouse
Davits is the best view in Key West

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