Islamorada, Spanish for “Island Home,” is the name for these four islands in the Florida Keys. A protective chain of offshore reefs provides the quiet waters and gentle waves that surround the islands. The abundant marine life of those reefs and the shallow waters surrounding these islands is represented by the flashing brilliance of a leaping tarpon. The coconut palm represents the warm welcome offered to those who, like the coconut palm itself, have come from other places to make this their new island home.
TOP 5 THINGS TO DO IN ISLAMORADA, FL
- Fishing or Snorkeling
- Feed the Tarpons at Robbie’s Pier
- Swim with the Dolphins
- Day Trip to Key West
- The Turtle Hospital – 2396 Overseas Hwy MM 48.5 Marathon, FL 305-743-2552 www.turtlehospital.org
Address
Founders Pool (Mile Marker 87) http://www.islamorada.fl.us/ If, for any reason, Founders Pool is unavailable, camp sessions take place at Jacobs Aquatic Center: Jacobs Aquatic Center (Mile Marker 99) http://jacobsaquaticcenter.org/
Airports
Miami International (an hour and a half drive to Islamorada. Fort Lauderdale (2 hour drive to Islamorada)
Transportation
Rent a car. This is recommended, so you can get to all scheduled events and explore the Florida Keys! The Keys Shuttle service can pick you up from the airport and drop you at your accommodation. Visit their website www.keysshuttle.com or call 1-888-765-9997 to make reservations.
- Directions
Address
Founders Pool (Mile Marker 87) http://www.islamorada.fl.us/ If, for any reason, Founders Pool is unavailable, camp sessions take place at Jacobs Aquatic Center: Jacobs Aquatic Center (Mile Marker 99) http://jacobsaquaticcenter.org/
Airports
Miami International (an hour and a half drive to Islamorada. Fort Lauderdale (2 hour drive to Islamorada)
Transportation
Rent a car. This is recommended, so you can get to all scheduled events and explore the Florida Keys! The Keys Shuttle service can pick you up from the airport and drop you at your accommodation. Visit their website www.keysshuttle.com or call 1-888-765-9997 to make reservations.
- Hotels
Casa Thorn B & B (Mile Marker 87.5)Ocean Pointe Suites (Mile Marker 92.5)Executive Bay ClubCheeca Lodge (Mile Marker 82)The Moorings Village (Mile Marker 82)- Dining
- Pierre’sGreen Turtle InnKaiyo Grill and SushiOld Tavernier RestaurantMorada BayMarker 88Mangrove Mike’sMade 2 OrderLorelei Restaurant & Cabana BarLazy Days Restaurant
HOW DO I GET TO CORONADO?
Fly into SAN (San Diego Airport) and rent a car or take an uber, lyft, or taxi to your hotel or place to stay. The airport is not far from the airport. You take a beautiful drive over the Coronado bridge. Coronado is a safe, family oriented small town that is home to The United States Naval Base. Once you’re on Coronado, many times, just bikes are needed to get around. Please email for further recommendations about your stay.
http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/sanci-marriott-coronado-island-resort-and-spa/
https://www.vrbo.com/vacation-rentals/usa/california/san-diego-county/coronado
There are some rentals on the island that you can find on airbnb.com or vrbo.com, but it’s not as many as other places. Hotels are usually the way to go, but we do recommend an internet search for rental properties. If you are coming to stay for a month or longer, then we definitely recommend looking for a rental property. Let us know and we can recommend a real estate friend of ours that can help you.
- Directions
HOW DO I GET TO CORONADO?
DirectionsFly into SAN (San Diego Airport) and rent a car or take an uber, lyft, or taxi to your hotel or place to stay. The airport is not far from the airport. You take a beautiful drive over the Coronado bridge. Coronado is a safe, family oriented small town that is home to The United States Naval Base. Once you’re on Coronado, many times, just bikes are needed to get around. Please email for further recommendations about your stay.
- Hotels
- The Hotel Del CoronadoCrown City InnGlorietta BayEl Cordova Hotel1906 LodgeMarriott Coronado Island Resort
http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/sanci-marriott-coronado-island-resort-and-spa/
Rental Propertieshttps://www.vrbo.com/vacation-rentals/usa/california/san-diego-county/coronado
There are some rentals on the island that you can find on airbnb.com or vrbo.com, but it’s not as many as other places. Hotels are usually the way to go, but we do recommend an internet search for rental properties. If you are coming to stay for a month or longer, then we definitely recommend looking for a rental property. Let us know and we can recommend a real estate friend of ours that can help you.
- Dining
- Café 1134Clayton’s CaféCrown BistroCurrent at the MarriottHigh TideMcP’s Irish PubTartineThe BrigatineMiguel’s CocinaChez Loma BistroBlue Water Grill and Boathouse
The Island of Coronado is located in San Diego, on the California coast line. View the San Diego skyline and bay, along with miles of beach including the four main beaches, Central Beach, North Beach, South Beach and Silver Strand State Beach. Rent bikes to explore Glorietta Bay, hit the green at the Coronado Municipal Golf Course and visit the public marina and boat ramp. There are many hotels on the Island, including the historic Hotel Del Coronado, as well as hotels in downtown San Diego, a bit further from The Race Club pool location.