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Key West Trip 2026

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My bf and I recently drove to Key West for vacation with stops at Charleston, SC, and Key Largo! Here, you can find helpful links and insights on where we stayed, activites, great quality shopping, and places to eat to inspire you to take a trip to t...
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Places to stay

Where I stayed in Key Largo, FL. <3

 
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Hands Down Best Sister Property to stay at in Key Largo! Unfortunately, I only stayed here for one night and wish I had more time but my bf and I really enjoyed our stay here. This private house included kayaks and paddleboards that were free to rent...
Azul Del Mar

Places to Eat

 
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Cute diner with BEST homemade Key Lime pie!
Mrs. Mac's Kitchen
 
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Good spot to eat for a quick bite. Has a great selection of food for breakfast and lunch with a beautiful view overlooking the ocean in Key Largo.
The Hideout Restaurant
 
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I know it's silly to list a Starbucks on here, but this Starbucks in Key Largo was really cool with roosters roaming around, had really great service and was super clean.
Starbucks Coffee Company

Activities & Tours

 
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Christ of the Abyss snorkeling tour available in Key Largo, FL. Although my bf and I didn't get to do this, the tours have fantastic rates, and you DO NOT have to have your certifcation in diving! 2.5 hour wetaher-permitting tour at 9:00 AM, and open...
Key Largo Snorkel Tours | Snorkeling in Key Largo, Florida

Charleston, SC <3

While we only spent a day and a half here, Charleston was a beautiful city and I wish we had more time to explore. Here are some places we went to for local shopping, places to eat, and must-see sights to see! 

 
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Best Shopping in Downtown Charleston, SC! Kings Street is a great place to do local shopping and is divided by lower, middle and Upper district depending on your budget for shopping! Upper District you can find your upscale, high-end luxury shopping ...
Shopping in Charleston/Downtown
 
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Cute boutique in Charleston, SC with current and trendy styles. Prices are affordable and have a variety of styles!
Dress Up Charleston
 
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Cool vintage record store in downtown Charleston! Had a great selection of vinyls, CDs, and even had a section of original records from well-known bands like The Doors, The Beatles and Fleetwood Mac.
Record Stop Charleston
 
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Perfect place for a quick bite to eat and to get a tasty latte! My bf and I had their avocado toast and ricotta toast and it was so delicious! Everything was reasonably priced, service was superb and the cafe was within walking distance.
Babas on Cannon
 
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Ritzy place to eat in Charleston, SC with a bar and dining area and a rooftop dining area. Recommend getting some of their cocktails, their charcuterie board, the Braised duck tagliatelle, and their Million Dollar Bar 11 (warm chocolate chip blondie ...
The Watch Rooftop Kitchen and Spirits
 
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Must eat spot in Charleston! Great spot for brunch and dinner!
Magnolias
 
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BEST rooftop bar that serves BOTH food & drinks after 10 PM! I want to personally shout out Meeka for being super hospitable and welcoming to my bf and I to Charleston. Unfortunately, some restaurants in Charleston their kitchens stop serving foo...
The Rooftop at the Vendue
 
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Great bar with decent food and really great cocktails! We didn't stay for the piano which is apparently a big thing in this bar, but from other locals it's a fun place to be and hangout!
John King Grill & Dueling Piano Bar
 
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Must do in Charleston, SC! Swamp boat ride in Cypress Lakes where the film, “The Notebook” was shot. Swamp boat rides are $5 per person. Rent a row boat to see the ruins and feel like you're on the set of “The Notebook.”
Cypress Gardens
 
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Fun ghost tour to do down in Charleston! Super creepy old jail and so many educational stories to learn from! Recommend going and taking this tour.
Charleston Haunted Jail Tour

Key West, FL

Everything we did in Key West, FL including places to eat, shopping and activities we did! 

 
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The most beautiful place to stay on the island! Right next to the lighthouse, with a perfect view of the lighthouse on our balcony, and across the street from Ernest Hemmingway's house! Hotel had a pool and a breakfast bar serving breakfast from 8-10...
Lighthouse Hotel in Key West