Meet the Artist – Stina Aleah
enero 16, 2022
Source: https://www.southernliving.com/key-biscayne-fl-11782273
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This little slice of paradise feels a bit like being in the Caribbean, but it’s right next to one of South Florida’s biggest cities. Located right across the water from Miami, Key Biscayne is filled with tranquil experiences in nature, delicious dining options with incredible views of the water, and even a little bit of history to explore.
From the lighthouse on Boca Chita Key, the Ragged Keys can be seen in the distance, part of Biscayne National Park.Credit: JT Stewart Photo / iStock / Getty Images
A short drive along the Rickenbacker Causeway is all that separates Key Biscayne from Miami. If you want a break from beachfront serenity, you’re just minutes away from all the restaurants, shops, museums, and all of the other glitzy activities the South Florida metropolis has to offer. Key Biscayne’s proximity to Miami also means you’re very close to a major airport if you’re traveling by plane.
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The Beaches Are Beautiful And Uncrowded
For such a small place, Key Biscayne has several beaches, all with their own distinct personalities. And compared to Miami’s shores, they are blissfully uncrowded.
This area is dog-friendly, if you’re traveling with a pet, and has some of the best views of the city skyline. It’s also a destination for windsurfing. Miami Watersports can set you up with all the gear and launch you from the beach, or you can enjoy watching the show from the sand.
This area offers much more than just sun and sand. At one end, you’ll find the Marjorie Stoneman Douglas Biscayne Nature Center, which has aquariums, touch tanks, an art gallery, special exhibits, and more. It is also the entry point to the 165-acre Bear Cut Preserve. A stop on Florida’s Birding Trail, you’ll also find walking and biking trails, boardwalks, mangrove forests, and a lush tropical landscape.
In the 1940s, beaches, along with many other places, were segregated in the South. After a “wade-in” protest in the water, Parque de la playa de Virginia Key was legally designated as a Black-only beach. Many changes have happened since then, including the beach being added to the National Registry of Historic Places, and today, it is a popular spot with picnic areas, bike trails, a vintage carousel, and six cabins you can rent for the day, among other highlights.
The State Parks Are Magnificent
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Home to the Cape Florida Lighthouse, which dates back to 1825, Ponce de Leon named this area the “Cape of Florida” when he traveled here in 1513. Visitors who climb the many stairs leading to the top of the lighthouse, will be rewarded with panoramic views of Biscayne Bay and Miami Beach.
Only five percent of this national park is on land—the rest is underwater. The protected area, which includes mangrove forests, coral reefs, and even some shipwrecks, stretches further South all the way to the Florida Keys. The Dante Fascell Visitor Center offers educational exhibits and guided boat tours, snorkeling trips, and sailing excursions.
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Whether you want to dress up for a special night out, or dust the sand off your flip flops and grab a drink at a dive bar, there is a place for you in Key Biscayne—gorgeous ocean views included. Rusty Pelican (above) might sound like it belongs in the latter category, but it’s actually a well-regarded seafood restaurant with a raw bar, sushi, and entrees like crab cakes. Costa Med is another upscale option with plenty of seafood and Mediterranean flavors. For a fun, laid-back atmosphere but food that’s more than hot dogs and wings, head to Gramps Getaway. Located in No Name Harbor, local favorite Boater’s Grill specializes in paella and grilled seafood.
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