by Captain Hook's | Jul 9, 2025 | Scuba Diving
The two-day “sport” or “mini” season lets recreational snorkelers and divers harvest Florida spiny lobster a full week before commercial traps hit the water. In Key West, that window falls 12:01 a.m. Wednesday, July 30, through midnight Thursday, July 31, 2025. This...
by Captain Hook's | Jul 8, 2025 | Scuba Diving, Dive Certification
If you’re daydreaming about exploring coral reefs, gliding beside schools of tropical fish, and discovering shipwrecks, getting certified to scuba dive in Key West should be high on your bucket list. Not only is Key West famous for its laid-back vibe, but the...
by Captain Hook's | Jun 26, 2025 | Scuba Diving
Slip beneath the surface of Key West’s turquoise waters and you’ll have a front-row seat to one of the most vibrant underwater spectacles in the Florida Keys and all of United States. From schools of neon-striped fish weaving through coral to slow-gliding sea turtles,...
by Captain Hook's | Jun 20, 2025 | Snorkeling
If you’re picturing warm turquoise waters teeming with colorful fish and swaying coral, you’re thinking of Key West. Seriously, the Florida Keys, specifically Key West, sits at the top of the list for snorkeling trips in the United States. Not only do the reefs buzz...
by Captain Hook's | Jun 19, 2025 | Scuba Diving
If you’ve ever thought about slipping beneath the surface of those turquoise Key West waters, timing is everything. The best time to scuba dive in Key West isn’t just about chasing sunny days. It’s about nabbing the perfect mix of warm water, crystal-clear visibility,...
