3 Days in The Florida Keys & Key West
With five distinct destinations across The Florida Keys, island hopping is part of the experience and something your group will never forget. Make the most of each day with these highlights that will easily take you from one destination to the next.
Key Largo to Islamorada
9:00 a.m.
Morning Immersed in Nature: Start the day outdoors by walking, biking or birding in one of the many local parks or in the Everglades, for a natural way to gather and get oriented.
12:00 p.m.
Afternoon Reef Experience: Head to John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park for a snorkeling excursion. It’s a memorable activity that brings groups together in a setting unlike anywhere else in the country.
7:00 p.m.
Evening Dinner in Islamorada: Continue south to Islamorada for a relaxed group dinner at a local favorite like Island Grill. Fresh seafood and an easygoing environment set the tone for the days ahead.
Planner Tip: Start with a shared nature experience to help attendees shift out of travel mode and into the destination.
Key Largo to Islamorada
9:00 a.m.
Morning Immersed in Nature: Start the day outdoors by walking, biking or birding in one of the many local parks or in the Everglades, for a natural way to gather and get oriented.
12:00 p.m.
Afternoon Reef Experience: Head to John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park for a snorkeling excursion. It’s a memorable activity that brings groups together in a setting unlike anywhere else in the country.
7:00 p.m.
Evening Dinner in Islamorada: Continue south to Islamorada for a relaxed group dinner at a local favorite like Island Grill. Fresh seafood and an easygoing environment set the tone for the days ahead.
Planner Tip: Start with a shared nature experience to help attendees shift out of travel mode and into the destination.
Marathon
9:00 a.m.
Morning on the Water: Plan a half-day fishing charter for your group. It’s an easy way to build connection, with options that work across different comfort and experience levels.
1:00 p.m.
Afternoon on the Old Seven Mile Bridge: Take time to stroll on the Old Seven Mile Bridge. The open views and relaxed pace offer a natural reset between scheduled moments, while still feeling distinctly tied to the destination.
7:00 p.m.
Dinner with a View: Gather for dinner at a waterfront restaurant in Marathon, where the setting does the work. It’s a natural place to continue conversations and keep the group connected without over programming the evening.
Planner Tip: Schedule your most active group experience mid-trip, when attendees are settled in and participation is highest.
Marathon
9:00 a.m.
Morning on the Water: Plan a half-day fishing charter for your group. It’s an easy way to build connection, with options that work across different comfort and experience levels.
1:00 p.m.
Afternoon on the Old Seven Mile Bridge: Take time to stroll on the Old Seven Mile Bridge. The open views and relaxed pace offer a natural reset between scheduled moments, while still feeling distinctly tied to the destination.
7:00 p.m.
Dinner with a View: Gather for dinner at a waterfront restaurant in Marathon, where the setting does the work. It’s a natural place to continue conversations and keep the group connected without over programming the evening.
Planner Tip: Schedule your most active group experience mid-trip, when attendees are settled in and participation is highest.
The Lower Keys to Key West
9:00 a.m.
Morning Lower Keys Nature Experience: Begin the day in the National Key Deer Refuge. It’s a quieter, more natural side of the destination that gives attendees space to slow down before the final stretch.
12:30 p.m.
Afternoon Arrival in Key West: Arrive in Key West, Fla., and leave time open for light exploration. Walkable streets, historic sites, museums and local shops make it easy for attendees to shape their own experience.
6:00 p.m.
Iconic Evening in Key West: Wrap the trip at the Mallory Square Sunset Celebration, where nightly performances and waterfront views create a memorable close. From here, dinner and nightlife options are just steps away.
Planner Tip: Offer programming attendees can do at their own pace so they don’t feel over-scheduled.
The Lower Keys to Key West
9:00 a.m.
Morning Lower Keys Nature Experience: Begin the day in the National Key Deer Refuge. It’s a quieter, more natural side of the destination that gives attendees space to slow down before the final stretch.
12:30 p.m.
Afternoon Arrival in Key West: Arrive in Key West, Fla., and leave time open for light exploration. Walkable streets, historic sites, museums and local shops make it easy for attendees to shape their own experience.
6:00 p.m.
Iconic Evening in Key West: Wrap the trip at the Mallory Square Sunset Celebration, where nightly performances and waterfront views create a memorable close. From here, dinner and nightlife options are just steps away.
Planner Tip: Offer programming attendees can do at their own pace so they don’t feel over-scheduled.
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