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Captain Rio's Log
Local history, shipwreck legends, family trip ideas, and honest advice about getting out on the water in Key West.
How Much Does a Key West Fishing Charter Cost?
Key West charter rates: $500 for 2 hours, $900 half day, $1,700 full day — flat per boat, not per person. Plus what's included and what isn't.
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Spearfishing in Key West for Beginners: What to Actually Expect
No scuba certification or experience needed. What a first freediving spearfishing trip in Key West involves — gear, technique, safety and what you'll shoot.
Read itThe History and Legends of Key West Waters & the Florida Keys
Shipwrecks, pirates, buried treasure, ghost ships and Hemingway's fishing grounds — the stories behind the water you're about to go out on.
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Family-Friendly Water Activities in Key West: Fun for All Ages
Dolphin watching, sandbar hopping, snorkelling, kayaking, family fishing and sunset cruises — six ways to get the whole family on the water in Key West.
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Why a Local Captain Changes the Whole Trip in Key West
What actually changes when a Florida Keys native runs your boat — the spots, the wildlife, the timing, and the difference between a private charter and a shared one.
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One boat. One captain. Your day.
Rio runs every trip himself, so the fastest way to sort out timing, a custom itinerary, or a question about what's biting is to just call him.
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