Friday, November 22, 2013

By Boat or By Airplane?

When this trip was in the planing stages. The day trip to visit the remote and interesting Fort Jefferson was included in the itinerary. There are 3 ways to get there. As Fort Jefferson is located on a small remote island named "Garden Key". That is located 70 miles due west of Key West. The 3 ways are by seaplane, by boat, or if you own your own boat or seaplane.
I have yet to do a water takeoff and landing before. So I was going in that direction, to fly. When I left on the trip. The airplane costs $280 and your time to visit the fort is short, only a couple of hours. The boat is an all day affair. Travel time on the boat is over 2 hours each way. They feed you breakfast and lunch. Also you are provided with a skilled tour guide when you reach the island. The cost for this trip is $165.
The decision was a tough one. I have to admit. As the chances of getting seasick on the boat ride was possible. But I did go with the boat. It was a great deal and a amazing boat ride. The whole trip was enjoyed, as the weather conditions came up perfect. My seaplane ride will have to be another day.

3 comments:

  1. UGH! You passed up a ride in Turbo Otter?!?!?

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  2. Yes but I got a 4 1/2 boat cruise in the "Gulf Of Mexico". Which was a special experience!

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  3. Yeah, but a ride in a turbo otter? Not often you get that!!

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