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THE FLORIDA KEYS INTERNET GUIDE |
Accommodations - area hotels, motels, resorts and other lodging that will make the Florida Keys seem like your home away from home. Arts and Crafts - find beautiful Florida Keys art in these area art galleries and craft shops. Dining - enjoy fresh Florida Keys seafood at these area restaurants. Diving and Snorkeling - area dive/snorkel shops and other information that is sure to make your Florida Keys diving or snorkeling experience one you'll never forget. Entertainment - information on attractions, tours, night life and other things to do in this area of the Florida Keys. Fishing - information on fishing charters and area bait and tackle shops that can help you catchy the "Big One" while vacationing in the Florida Keys. Marine - information on marinas and places to find marine parts, electronics and equipment. Outdoors - beaches, camping and parks. Even the most spoiled will just love "roughing it" in the Florida Keys. Pets - veterinarians and kennels (be sure and read our Florida Keys Tip about leaving pets in the car). Real Estate - local realtors that can help you find that perfect home in the Florida Keys. Shopping - shop for the "Best of the Florida Keys". Transportation - information on airlines flying into Marathon airport and area rental car agencies (note: the only other airport in the Florida Keys is located in Key West). Weather - check out the current weather conditions at Marathon Airport.
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MARATHON is located in the
heart of the Florida Keys, approximately 50 miles north of Key West and 50 miles south of
Key Largo. According to history, Marathon was named during the building of Henry
Flagler’s railroad. While building the tracks on this island in the middle of the
Florida Keys, a worker made the comment that the job was a marathon. The name stuck. Today
Marathon is popular year round for those in search of sport fishing and water related
activities. If you’re not off shore, you may choose to swim with a dolphin, visit the
historical museum or bask in the sun at Sombrero beach. Of the 42 bridges that connect the
Florida Keys, the 7-mile bridge is the longest and can be found on the south side of
Marathon. You may recall seeing the bridge in the movie "True Lies" . Marathon
is one of two Florida Keys that has airports with flights by major air carriers.
Accommodations range from botels (floating motel room with dockage for your boat) to full
service resorts. Visit the accommodation section for Marathon to read about and see photos
representing places to stay.