Hey there, Curator from the History of Diving Museum here. I looked up your video because so many recent visitors have commented they heard about us from you. Thank you for including us! We're very proud of this museum, and always happy to have more people learn about it. As a local I also have to say you really did the Keys justice with this road trip.
I’m sure you’ve been told this many times but I would like to say how wonderful it is that you take your father on all of these wonderful adventures. Doing that with your dad creates memories that will last forever. Good job.
When I was stationed in key west naval air station from 186 thru 1989, I drove up to South Carolina and drove back down with my late father. He throluly enjoyed the trip, he had never been there. He was amazed at all the blue water.😀😀😃😀😀
I've been pretty much everywhere ,Spain,grece,Italy ,Saint Tropez ,Sydney , California,Mexico etc,but Florida its the place that I could spend my last days, heaven on earth
I'm so glad I took my own dad (RIP two years ago) to Key West many times. He was of a generation that saw much turmoil and disaster from the great depression to the 2nd World War. I was able to give him a taste of positivity via our travels and the association with my 'doodle' dogs Buddy and Star. Love you, Dad.
Not a joke, these TroughMyLens videos have evolved into what feels like a Travel Channel bigtime $$$$$ production level. Don't ever give up on your documentary dreams! Peace and blessings to you and your pops.
My parents took me to Florida for my 30th birthday (a long time AGO) Loved the ride in their RV from Daytona to Miami then to Key West. Thanks for the memories
I lived in Key West for about 2 years in the mid 50’s. I was in elementary school. Great place for kids back then. Rode our bikes everywhere. Went fishing, caught conch (legal then), lobster, lizards. Saw coral snake. 7 mile bridge was 2 lanes.
tazmod7272. I lived in the keys from 1981-1987 ( I grew up in south Miami) it has changed drastically from then to now. I can only imagine how different it was for you back in the 50’s. I still miss it terribly…. ❤️🐠
@@tazmod7272 - that’s how we ended up in south Florida. My dad was in the navy and retired there. Greatest place to grow up. We lived on Big Pine when we lived in the keys. We started out (‘65) in the Everglades then moved to south Miami heights then to big pine. Awesome memories! Thank you for sharing a snippet of your story. ❤️
Wee have made this trip several times. First time was in 1965. Once we rode our motorcycle. After having visited all 50 states, I think this is one of the most beautiful drives in America. Going next month (7/2023) with out three youngest grand children . Can’t wait to share this memory with them. BTW, great video, well made. Can’t believe you left out Southern most point pylon;-).
I'm glad it wasn't sunny. The cloud system just adds to the dynamic of this trip. I lived in Florida back in the 90's. No, I've never been to the Keys....😔
I love that you make these videos traveling with your Dad. You're having father and son trips that most of us can only dream about and envy you. I wish I could have done something like this with my Dad. Happy Trails to both of you!
Just did this drive in February 2022. I rented a convertible to do this trip and it was AMAZING! The 3+ hour drive went by so fast with the top down, wind in my hair, sun on my face, and the smell of salt water. My drive was straight through but I will definitely do this drive again sometime, so thanks for the tips on stops to do along the way!
Love the Florida Keys. We went there pretty much every year for a week back in the 1990s with my father, his best friend who lives in Florida and my brother. Initially we went around Spring Break when my brother and I were still in college. The first few years we rented a house in Marathon and then later my dad's friend had a condo in Key Largo for a while. His friend would either drive or tow his boat down there and we would spend the week scuba diving, snorkeling and fishing. In the evenings we'd go to Blockbuster and rent "Keys Classics" - aka a bunch of action movies. At least one day during the week we'd take the drive down to Key West for the evening. Great memories.
I just finished a Key West trip with friends and used this video as the guide for our stops. We hit almost every single stop you mentioned. They were incredible! Thanks so much for creating this video.
You have some of the highest quality travel videos on UA-cam and I especially love your national park videos since not a lot of people cover them. Thank you
FLORIDA KEYS INEPT JUSTICE SYSTEM 2 years ago I showed a gun to a men who was coming over the fence clearly attacking me , seconds before he got on top of fence attacker told me------ I am gonna get you M F .... Attacker has criminal history , but I was arrested .I have absolutely clean record and concealed weapons license .They are dragging me thru courts , meanwhile attacker got arrested 5 weeks ago again for battery and criminal mischief --- he hit 64 year old women in the head and thru her phone to ocean because she started to videotape his aggressive behavior .LAW IS CRAZY IN AMERICA ,they PROSECUTE PEOPLE WHO DEFEND THEMSELVES AND GIVE NO PUNISHMENT TO HABITUAL CRIMINALS .Incident happened in Florida Keys state attorney is denis ward .His prosecutor is saying it is impossible to climb that fence , me a 59 year old men created video where I climbed on top of that fence in 3 seconds , this is the kind of fools we have in justice system . I have posted video of climbing fence here on UA-cam under incompetent law enforcement justice system Florida keys ua-cam.com/video/FifRBQfUbeE/v-deo.html ON APRIL 3 2022 ATTACKER WAS ARRESTED FOR ATTACKING 64 YEAR OLD WOMEN IN KEY WEST FLORIDA AND NOW IS AWAITING TRIAL .THIS IS HOW UNPROFFESIONAL PEOPLE ARE IN CHARGE OF JUSTICE SYSTEM IN FLORIDA KEYS . State attorney denis ward is in charge of prosecutors in this case and he had been warned how wrongfully this case is handled .I am unable to testify in case of an attack on women because I am being prosecuted !!!!! ( for defending myself ) - CHAIN REACTION AND CONSEQUENCE OF A WRONG ARREST AND PROSECUTION .I am contacting every authority to investigate this IDIOCRACY and demand removal of state attorney denis ward from office but system is not very responsive . HELP !!!
We just traveled to the Keys and it was fun to compare the spots we visited with what was suggested. We spent 4 days in Marathon and enjoyed a party boat fishing trip, a snorkel adventure, the no-name pub on big pine key, sombrero beach, Islamorada brewing and an everglades eco-tour. So many fun things to do, thanks for making enjoyable videos!
Flew in to Miami from Los Angeles California. Stayed in Miami for 2 nights, drove down to Key West & stayed 2 nights. On our way back to Miami we stayed each night at a different Key. Wish we would’ve stayed in Key West longer. Our favorite!!! Soooooo nice
You're a lucky man having a father on a road trip that cares a lot about you my father don't do nothing for me and it's sad but I've always wanted to visit the keys and hope you and your dad had a great trip
My last trip with my dad before he passed was to the keys. Taking his picture at Roby’s was when he realized he was balding, since he was bent down to feed the tarpon. Funniest part of the whole trip. Thanks for the memories!
My last time with my Mom (unbeknownst) was in Islamorada. We were there for Christmas week. My parents lived in Vero Beach and I in Stone Harbor, NJ at the time. After we left and I flew home, I never saw her again as she died in February, but oh, what a beautiful place for the last memories. 💔
Great trip, thx - I had the privilege of being born & raised in old Florida - going South on US 1 for a weekend trip was dotted with small settlements of orange grove & sugar cane fields appearing every few miles (Mom & Pop stuff, 1 gas station, a general store, maybe 1 stoplight & a post office) & then navigating the old bridges was exhilarating & scary at the same time - we held our breath & drove real slow - at noon we would back the boat out into the water & waterski out to those tiny lil islands for picnics & a day in the quiet sun & sand (not a sound in the world but the lapping waves) - a different time then as the restaurants & souvenir shops of today had real families living in those wooden dwellings with no air conditioning or TV, just living in the slow, warm, humid glow of Florida life - a tad melancholy now, as history proves, every life becomes a museum - ah, the way we were ... thx for memories ...
I don’t really like Florida, but whenever I see the natural areas and the wildlife, I love it again. Gopher tortoises and manatees are my favorite animals to see. I’ve lived in South Florida for most of my life and the natural beauty of the area, not just the ocean, but the inland forests and wetlands cannot be understated for people into that sort of stuff
Great story. I grew up in Miami in the 1950's/60's and know well what you are relating too. Different place altogether now and few know what we had or experienced in those days! As kids we lived on our bicycles with a fishing rod. Left at daylight on the weekend and didn't come home till dark burned red from the Florida sun. Scrounged for soda bottles to get some spending money, etc and went all day on 75 cents or so! Caught lots of fish and our mothers would fry them up the next night for dinner! Kids today don't know the freedom we had in those days. We knew how to fish, we worked for the little money we could get to spend and we knew how to repair our bikes when they threw a chain or got a flat...........self sufficient 12 years olds we were!
FLORIDA KEYS INEPT JUSTICE SYSTEM 2 years ago I showed a gun to a men who was coming over the fence clearly attacking me , seconds before he got on top of fence attacker told me------ I am gonna get you M F .... Attacker has criminal history , but I was arrested .I have absolutely clean record and concealed weapons license .They are dragging me thru courts , meanwhile attacker got arrested 5 weeks ago again for battery and criminal mischief --- he hit 64 year old women in the head and thru her phone to ocean because she started to videotape his aggressive behavior .LAW IS CRAZY IN AMERICA ,they PROSECUTE PEOPLE WHO DEFEND THEMSELVES AND GIVE NO PUNISHMENT TO HABITUAL CRIMINALS .Incident happened in Florida Keys state attorney is denis ward .His prosecutor is saying it is impossible to climb that fence , me a 59 year old men created video where I climbed on top of that fence in 3 seconds , this is the kind of fools we have in justice system . I have posted video of climbing fence here on UA-cam under incompetent law enforcement justice system Florida keys ua-cam.com/video/FifRBQfUbeE/v-deo.html ON APRIL 3 2022 ATTACKER WAS ARRESTED FOR ATTACKING 64 YEAR OLD WOMEN IN KEY WEST FLORIDA AND NOW IS AWAITING TRIAL .THIS IS HOW UNPROFFESIONAL PEOPLE ARE IN CHARGE OF JUSTICE SYSTEM IN FLORIDA KEYS . State attorney denis ward is in charge of prosecutors in this case and he had been warned how wrongfully this case is handled .I am unable to testify in case of an attack on women because I am being prosecuted !!!!! ( for defending myself ) - CHAIN REACTION AND CONSEQUENCE OF A WRONG ARREST AND PROSECUTION .I am contacting every authority to investigate this IDIOCRACY and demand removal of state attorney denis ward from office but system is not very responsive . HELP !!!
My wifey and I did this trip mid April. I hadn't been since 1980. Did not stop at as many spots, but had a great time, especially in Key West. Thanks for a wonderful vlog of this special place. Awesome you could do this with your Dad. Great memories!
To everyone who is reading this, you’re beautiful and an amazing person. Please exercise frequently and eat more fruits/veggies. I wish you all good health, great success, and everlasting happiness!!!!!!
Loved your video. It was simple and so laid back with your dad "pops", that was so nice to do your trip and video with him. And, not a lot of face time, great more time on the Keys, where I have always wanted to go. Thank You, Pamala 64 from California
I am from the finger lakes area of NYS, I can remember going to key West with my parents as a 16 year old in 1976. We drove a motorhome from NY all the way to key West. And back at Christmas time.
You two are the perfect mix. Your enthusiasm and facts are spot on. Your Dad's low key laid back style is awesome. Really have enjoyed your travel videos.
I’m making a surprise package trip for my parents for their 36th anniversary. Thank you for laying out a map of adventures for me to send them on! I know they will love it.
Thanks . I made that drive many times in the 1950's . My mom & dad moved down from Jersey and for me it was like moving to another Universe . The 7 mile bridge a was two-lane-wooden that was daunting . It creaked & almost touched the water of the Gulf . Almost none of the places you visited were there , except Coral Castle . However , NATURE was there in all it's glory . Fish , conch shells . If it's still there , next time visit the John Pennekamp State Park in Key Largo , the World's only underwater park . They also have the bar where Bogart's film Key Largo was filmed . It was another time , but the water brings it all back home . Thanks for the memories . :)
Durango, John Pennekamp is still there and you can camp there, snorkel and take dive trips. The Carribean Club is where Key Largo was filmed. And, you can actually go on the original African Queen boat for a day cruise or dinner cruise. It's located next door to the old Holiday Inn on US1. If you make it back, stop at the original Mrs. Mac's Kitchen for the cottage potato fries and key lime pie!
Loved this trip. Interesting. The hurricane memorial and boat. Great photo of the tarpon, hand in mouth. Your dad is very brave. Thank you for sharing so that we can enjoy !!!
Thank you so much for that lovely tour of a place I visited about 40 years aback. Your dad and yerself did an amazing job at enveloping the many tremendous activities, sights and scenery, foodssss and did I mention FOOD, the actual drive and beautiful and exciting Duval street. Thank you for some old memories and many new ones.
It was beautiful! We flew in from California to miami, stayed 2 days then drove down to key west staying each night at a different Key. Then 2 nights in Key West. Blew our mind! Key West is sooooooo nice! Wish we would’ve stayed longer in key west. Miami was cool but Key West was doper!! 🙌🏾🙌🏾🇺🇸
We took that route in 1990 , wife , son , daughter and myself. I got a Chevy suburban Scottsdale 1985 and I can’t afford to fill it up the gas tank back then just drove few miles and returned back home at west palm beach county. GR8 video clip. Greetings from North Texas.
I worked in homestead and lived on Key Largo. The drive to work at 6:00 am was incredible for the sighting of local wildlife. Try an early morning trip!!
Spent 3 years 6 months in the Air Force at Truman Annex pert of Key West NAS from 1980 to 1983 and was there when all the bridges and hwy 1 was rebuilt. Also the same time as the Muriel boatlift from Cuba and the Conch Republic separated from the US and the first fantasy fest. I enjoyed it all. I have not been back since but many great memories. Best memory was Sloppy Joes when Jimmy Buffet showed up. My brother goes every year on a cruise and shows me all his photos and it has changed show much.
I agree that you do great videos. It's not just the filming... it's YOU. You are enthusiastic, but have a calm voice that is easy to listen to and you talk about positive things which keep each of your videos interesting. I am a new follower, so I have been trying to go back and watch your older ones. I have never been to the Keys, so this is a fun, new idea for the future. Thanks! (of course, we love Pops, too, he is such a great sport.) :)
Your info is SPOT ON! We drove from Miami to Key West where we are now. Every place you said to stop at, we did. We have enjoyed ourselves so much. Thanks for the great info!!
You're so lucky to have great traveling companions in each other. I loved traveling with my parents, and sorely miss them now that they're gone. I went to Key West with them once but don't remember much since I was very young. I went back a couple of times in college, and both times we camped at Bahia Honda, $10 a night. Can't beat that price! The midges were fierce though. Thanks for another great video!
So nice to see a father and son trip. This video makes me wish I was in Florida. I miss visiting Key West, which I last went to on a honeymoon in 1991. Would love to drive back there.
You and your dad at so much fun to watch. My only complaint is I wish the videos would be longer - 'cause I'm enjoying them and don't want them to end. 👍
My family did this 3 days ago. My daughter & grandson had never been to the Keys. It felt like we were in the Bahamas. Next time we’ll leave earlier to enjoy more sights, beach etc 😍
I drove and flew all over Florida, but in 30 yrs, never made it to Miami or The Keys! My vacations included multiple stops from PA to Florida, and there is just so much to see and do. But I did make it to Hawaii, the Caribbean and Mexico.
Been there done that many times but never gets old.many great other places to see and eat.Do the drive before you die and you'll really enjoy yourself.My other advice is to not be in a hurry especially in Key West.slo down take it easy enjoy yourself .Be like the locals .An inexpensive Cuban restaurant is seboney very good
I just loved watching this so much. Everything was so fun from beginning to end. I dream about visiting and even living in the Florida Keys. Your video is so great for those of us who are too busy or too far away to get there. It truly is a gem. Thank you for putting this all together. I also love all of the comments on here from the other viewers.
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Hey there, Curator from the History of Diving Museum here. I looked up your video because so many recent visitors have commented they heard about us from you. Thank you for including us! We're very proud of this museum, and always happy to have more people learn about it. As a local I also have to say you really did the Keys justice with this road trip.
Agree!
that looks like a really cool place. i hope to visit it one day.
Yes!
I live 30 minutes north of key largo. I often go to the museum. One of the best stops in the keys.
As a former US Navy diver your place is a go to spot for me. Love the museum! Always make a stop when I am with guests driving down.
I’m sure you’ve been told this many times but I would like to say how wonderful it is that you take your father on all of these wonderful adventures. Doing that with your dad creates memories that will last forever. Good job.
God Bless
God Bless
You're a lucky man having your father on this road trip. Wishing you many more future trips father and son.
Miss my Dad .I'll be visiting with my gf from Orlando
so true...great times traveling and hangin with you Dad....
When I was stationed in key west naval air station from 186 thru 1989, I drove up to South Carolina and drove back down with my late father. He throluly enjoyed the trip, he had never been there. He was amazed at all the blue water.😀😀😃😀😀
Your father is so cool. Just loved his attitude man, seemed so down to earth. You are a lucky son.
Nice to see father and son having fun together, great video....................thank you
For 2 years every week end I was making the trip from Miami to Key west to visit my brother, it's a wonderful drive...
I've been pretty much everywhere ,Spain,grece,Italy ,Saint Tropez ,Sydney , California,Mexico etc,but Florida its the place that I could spend my last days, heaven on earth
I'm so glad I took my own dad (RIP two years ago) to Key West many times. He was of a generation that saw much turmoil and disaster from the great depression to the 2nd World War. I was able to give him a taste of positivity via our travels and the association with my 'doodle' dogs Buddy and Star. Love you, Dad.
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Not a joke, these TroughMyLens videos have evolved into what feels like a Travel Channel bigtime $$$$$ production level. Don't ever give up on your documentary dreams! Peace and blessings to you and your pops.
That is so nice of you to say. I put so much time into them so I am glad they look professional. Really appreciate it!
Absolutely
We did this trip last summer. It was so much fun. One of the greatest times we've ever had.
My parents took me to Florida for my 30th birthday (a long time AGO) Loved the ride in their RV from Daytona to Miami then to Key West. Thanks for the memories
Loved the video -- especially liked your Dad! What a character!
I lost mine in 2005 and miss him every day. Treasure your time together.
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I lived in Key West for about 2 years in the mid 50’s. I was in elementary school. Great place for kids back then. Rode our bikes everywhere. Went fishing, caught conch (legal then), lobster, lizards. Saw coral snake. 7 mile bridge was 2 lanes.
tazmod7272. I lived in the keys from 1981-1987 ( I grew up in south Miami) it has changed drastically from then to now. I can only imagine how different it was for you back in the 50’s.
I still miss it terribly…. ❤️🐠
@@BreezyByTheSea63 : Key West was one of my favorite places as a kid. Moved a lot with dad in the Navy.
@@tazmod7272 - that’s how we ended up in south Florida. My dad was in the navy and retired there. Greatest place to grow up. We lived on Big Pine when we lived in the keys. We started out (‘65) in the Everglades then moved to south Miami heights then to big pine.
Awesome memories! Thank you for sharing a snippet of your story. ❤️
Wee have made this trip several times. First time was in 1965. Once we rode our motorcycle. After having visited all 50 states, I think this is one of the most beautiful drives in America. Going next month (7/2023) with out three youngest grand children . Can’t wait to share this memory with them. BTW, great video, well made. Can’t believe you left out Southern most point pylon;-).
I'm glad it wasn't sunny. The cloud system just adds to the dynamic of this trip.
I lived in Florida back in the 90's.
No, I've never been to the Keys....😔
I love that you make these videos traveling with your Dad. You're having father and son trips that most of us can only dream about and envy you. I wish I could have done something like this with my Dad. Happy Trails to both of you!
''The old man & the sea.'' That was funny.Your dad is so cool. You did a great video. Thank you!
Thanks for sharing - nice to see a Father & Son spend time together. God Bless
Just did this drive in February 2022. I rented a convertible to do this trip and it was AMAZING! The 3+ hour drive went by so fast with the top down, wind in my hair, sun on my face, and the smell of salt water. My drive was straight through but I will definitely do this drive again sometime, so thanks for the tips on stops to do along the way!
Where were you coming from?
You were born for THIS your dad's the best ☺️
Love the Florida Keys. We went there pretty much every year for a week back in the 1990s with my father, his best friend who lives in Florida and my brother. Initially we went around Spring Break when my brother and I were still in college. The first few years we rented a house in Marathon and then later my dad's friend had a condo in Key Largo for a while. His friend would either drive or tow his boat down there and we would spend the week scuba diving, snorkeling and fishing. In the evenings we'd go to Blockbuster and rent "Keys Classics" - aka a bunch of action movies. At least one day during the week we'd take the drive down to Key West for the evening. Great memories.
You have the most PERFECT talking voice for making travel videos of this kind. Thanks for sharing with us!
Dude! Your Dad Rocks! You are the luckiest kid alive to cruse with your dad through the Florida Keys!
I just finished a Key West trip with friends and used this video as the guide for our stops. We hit almost every single stop you mentioned. They were incredible! Thanks so much for creating this video.
You have some of the highest quality travel videos on UA-cam and I especially love your national park videos since not a lot of people cover them. Thank you
That is so nice of you to say! I really appreciate it and try my hardest to produce the best quality video that I can!
FLORIDA KEYS INEPT JUSTICE SYSTEM 2 years ago I showed a gun to a men who was coming over the fence clearly attacking me , seconds before he got on top of fence attacker told me------ I am gonna get you M F .... Attacker has criminal history , but I was arrested .I have absolutely clean record and concealed weapons license .They are dragging me thru courts , meanwhile attacker got arrested 5 weeks ago again for battery and criminal mischief --- he hit 64 year old women in the head and thru her phone to ocean because she started to videotape his aggressive behavior .LAW IS CRAZY IN AMERICA ,they PROSECUTE PEOPLE WHO DEFEND THEMSELVES AND GIVE NO PUNISHMENT TO HABITUAL CRIMINALS .Incident happened in Florida Keys state attorney is denis ward .His prosecutor is saying it is impossible to climb that fence , me a 59 year old men created video where I climbed on top of that fence in 3 seconds , this is the kind of fools we have in justice system . I have posted video of climbing fence here on UA-cam under incompetent law enforcement justice system Florida keys ua-cam.com/video/FifRBQfUbeE/v-deo.html ON APRIL 3 2022 ATTACKER WAS ARRESTED FOR ATTACKING 64 YEAR OLD WOMEN IN KEY WEST FLORIDA AND NOW IS AWAITING TRIAL .THIS IS HOW UNPROFFESIONAL PEOPLE ARE IN CHARGE OF JUSTICE SYSTEM IN FLORIDA KEYS . State attorney denis ward is in charge of prosecutors in this case and he had been warned how wrongfully this case is handled .I am unable to testify in case of an attack on women because I am being prosecuted !!!!! ( for defending myself ) - CHAIN REACTION AND CONSEQUENCE OF A WRONG ARREST AND PROSECUTION .I am contacting every authority to investigate this IDIOCRACY and demand removal of state attorney denis ward from office but system is not very responsive . HELP !!!
I’ve done this twice. Once in a car and once on a Harley. The bike trip was the best of the two. No need for a third time.
Great trip, and wonderful that your dad goes too !
LOVE the Keys. Thanks for sharing!
We just traveled to the Keys and it was fun to compare the spots we visited with what was suggested. We spent 4 days in Marathon and enjoyed a party boat fishing trip, a snorkel adventure, the no-name pub on big pine key, sombrero beach, Islamorada brewing and an everglades eco-tour. So many fun things to do, thanks for making enjoyable videos!
What a wonderful trip!!! For you and now for us…thank you!!! (And pops too).
I used to make this trip at least 6 times a year when I was living in Miami. Now live in NE Florida. I miss the Keys.
Flew in to Miami from Los Angeles California. Stayed in Miami for 2 nights, drove down to Key West & stayed 2 nights. On our way back to Miami we stayed each night at a different Key. Wish we would’ve stayed in Key West longer. Our favorite!!! Soooooo nice
You're a lucky man having a father on a road trip that cares a lot about you my father don't do nothing for me and it's sad but I've always wanted to visit the keys and hope you and your dad had a great trip
same
My last trip with my dad before he passed was to the keys. Taking his picture at Roby’s was when he realized he was balding, since he was bent down to feed the tarpon. Funniest part of the whole trip. Thanks for the memories!
My last time with my Mom (unbeknownst) was in Islamorada. We were there for Christmas week. My parents lived in Vero Beach and I in Stone Harbor, NJ at the time. After we left and I flew home, I never saw her again as she died in February, but oh, what a beautiful place for the last memories. 💔
Great trip, thx - I had the privilege of being born & raised in old Florida - going South on US 1 for a weekend trip was dotted with small settlements of orange grove & sugar cane fields appearing every few miles (Mom & Pop stuff, 1 gas station, a general store, maybe 1 stoplight & a post office) & then navigating the old bridges was exhilarating & scary at the same time - we held our breath & drove real slow - at noon we would back the boat out into the water & waterski out to those tiny lil islands for picnics & a day in the quiet sun & sand (not a sound in the world but the lapping waves) - a different time then as the restaurants & souvenir shops of today had real families living in those wooden dwellings with no air conditioning or TV, just living in the slow, warm, humid glow of Florida life - a tad melancholy now, as history proves, every life becomes a museum - ah, the way we were ... thx for memories ...
Sounds like an amazing time to visit the area, thanks for sharing those memories!
I don’t really like Florida, but whenever I see the natural areas and the wildlife, I love it again. Gopher tortoises and manatees are my favorite animals to see. I’ve lived in South Florida for most of my life and the natural beauty of the area, not just the ocean, but the inland forests and wetlands cannot be understated for people into that sort of stuff
Great story. I grew up in Miami in the 1950's/60's and know well what you are relating too. Different place altogether now and few know what we had or experienced in those days! As kids we lived on our bicycles with a fishing rod. Left at daylight on the weekend and didn't come home till dark burned red from the Florida sun. Scrounged for soda bottles to get some spending money, etc and went all day on 75 cents or so! Caught lots of fish and our mothers would fry them up the next night for dinner! Kids today don't know the freedom we had in those days. We knew how to fish, we worked for the little money we could get to spend and we knew how to repair our bikes when they threw a chain or got a flat...........self sufficient 12 years olds we were!
@Get on the cross and don’t look back Gees, give it a rest ...
FLORIDA KEYS INEPT JUSTICE SYSTEM 2 years ago I showed a gun to a men who was coming over the fence clearly attacking me , seconds before he got on top of fence attacker told me------ I am gonna get you M F .... Attacker has criminal history , but I was arrested .I have absolutely clean record and concealed weapons license .They are dragging me thru courts , meanwhile attacker got arrested 5 weeks ago again for battery and criminal mischief --- he hit 64 year old women in the head and thru her phone to ocean because she started to videotape his aggressive behavior .LAW IS CRAZY IN AMERICA ,they PROSECUTE PEOPLE WHO DEFEND THEMSELVES AND GIVE NO PUNISHMENT TO HABITUAL CRIMINALS .Incident happened in Florida Keys state attorney is denis ward .His prosecutor is saying it is impossible to climb that fence , me a 59 year old men created video where I climbed on top of that fence in 3 seconds , this is the kind of fools we have in justice system . I have posted video of climbing fence here on UA-cam under incompetent law enforcement justice system Florida keys ua-cam.com/video/FifRBQfUbeE/v-deo.html ON APRIL 3 2022 ATTACKER WAS ARRESTED FOR ATTACKING 64 YEAR OLD WOMEN IN KEY WEST FLORIDA AND NOW IS AWAITING TRIAL .THIS IS HOW UNPROFFESIONAL PEOPLE ARE IN CHARGE OF JUSTICE SYSTEM IN FLORIDA KEYS . State attorney denis ward is in charge of prosecutors in this case and he had been warned how wrongfully this case is handled .I am unable to testify in case of an attack on women because I am being prosecuted !!!!! ( for defending myself ) - CHAIN REACTION AND CONSEQUENCE OF A WRONG ARREST AND PROSECUTION .I am contacting every authority to investigate this IDIOCRACY and demand removal of state attorney denis ward from office but system is not very responsive . HELP !!!
Thank you. It inspires me to want to do this. Key West here I come...
Been here for awhile and I went to the Key West Cemetery, great place to start walking, so many old churches and other first-time buildings,
My wifey and I did this trip mid April. I hadn't been since 1980. Did not stop at as many spots, but had a great time, especially in Key West. Thanks for a wonderful vlog of this special place. Awesome you could do this with your Dad. Great memories!
Do the tolls accept cash? I'm doing this trip in a couple of weeks
I really enjoy watching you and your dad doing these trips... your dad is hilarious!
Haha he is pretty witty
@@ThroughMyLens The food looks so good at the rest stops that you two take... that pie, oh my gosh!
Such great memories you are making with your dad !
I agree, been an amazing two years of travel with him
This isn't just one of my favorite travel channels, it's one of my favorite channels! I especially love the Route 66 one.
Your father was amazing …beautiful pics and moments 😍
One of my favorite places, I love the keys ❤️
Enjoy watching you and your dad doing these trips. Your dad seems to be a cool men. Grate job sir
Road Trip with Dad. Always a fun thing to do! 👍👍
I’m going to do it from Tampa to key west. Your dad is so laid back
This is well done video. No delays and long explanations. What a treasure to spend time with your Dad! I wished I could have spent time with my Dad.
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That’s awesome getting to take your dad along with you. Cherish it, some of us never get the chance!
Loved your video. It was simple and so laid back with your dad "pops", that was so nice to do your trip and video with him. And, not a lot of face time, great more time on the Keys, where I have always wanted to go.
Thank You,
Pamala 64 from California
I am from the finger lakes area of NYS, I can remember going to key West with my parents as a 16 year old in 1976. We drove a motorhome from NY all the way to key West. And back at Christmas time.
You two are the perfect mix. Your enthusiasm and facts are spot on. Your Dad's low key laid back style is awesome. Really have enjoyed your travel videos.
I’m making a surprise package trip for my parents for their 36th anniversary. Thank you for laying out a map of adventures for me to send them on! I know they will love it.
Keys are my favorite florida destination. Been awhile since we have been there.
Thanks . I made that drive many times in the 1950's . My mom & dad moved down from Jersey and for me it was like moving to another Universe . The 7 mile bridge a was two-lane-wooden that was daunting . It creaked & almost touched the water of the Gulf . Almost none of the places you visited were there , except Coral Castle . However , NATURE was there in all it's glory . Fish , conch shells . If it's still there , next time visit the John Pennekamp State Park in Key Largo , the World's only underwater park . They also have the bar where Bogart's film Key Largo was filmed . It was another time , but the water brings it all back home . Thanks for the memories . :)
Durango, John Pennekamp is still there and you can camp there, snorkel and take dive trips. The Carribean Club is where Key Largo was filmed. And, you can actually go on the original African Queen boat for a day cruise or dinner cruise. It's located next door to the old Holiday Inn on US1. If you make it back, stop at the original Mrs. Mac's Kitchen for the cottage potato fries and key lime pie!
@@lanceb.4404 Thanks . :)
True information about Key West: ua-cam.com/video/9cswzAtXtMI/v-deo.html
Loved this trip. Interesting. The hurricane memorial and boat. Great photo of the tarpon, hand in mouth. Your dad is very brave. Thank you for sharing so that we can enjoy !!!
Thank you so much for that lovely tour of a place I visited about 40 years aback. Your dad and yerself did an amazing job at enveloping the many tremendous activities, sights and scenery, foodssss and did I mention FOOD, the actual drive and beautiful and exciting Duval street. Thank you for some old memories and many new ones.
This video is probably the best keys travel video I've seen.
Lived in Florida in the 60s and made that trip several times. My favorite place to swim is Bahia Honda.
Was in the keys last spring.. Your take on the goings and comings are very nice.. Pleasant to see you smile while you narrate ....Cheers...Dog
Thank you kindly!
It was beautiful! We flew in from California to miami, stayed 2 days then drove down to key west staying each night at a different Key. Then 2 nights in Key West. Blew our mind! Key West is sooooooo nice! Wish we would’ve stayed longer in key west. Miami was cool but Key West was doper!! 🙌🏾🙌🏾🇺🇸
Nice father and son
trip, very nice video,
enjoy!!!❤️🎉🎉
I had a good trip about 3 years ago. Loved Key West!
Thanks for sharing yourself, your dad and your journey! Can’t wait to begin mine and stop at your recommended sites! Cheers!
We took that route in 1990 ,
wife , son , daughter and myself.
I got a Chevy suburban Scottsdale 1985 and I can’t afford to fill it up the gas tank back then
just drove few miles and returned back home at west palm beach county.
GR8 video clip.
Greetings from North Texas.
I worked in homestead and lived on Key Largo. The drive to work at 6:00 am was incredible for the sighting of local wildlife. Try an early morning trip!!
Spent 3 years 6 months in the Air Force at Truman Annex pert of Key West NAS from 1980 to 1983 and was there when all the bridges and hwy 1 was rebuilt. Also the same time as the Muriel boatlift from Cuba and the Conch Republic separated from the US and the first fantasy fest. I enjoyed it all. I have not been back since but many great memories. Best memory was Sloppy Joes when Jimmy Buffet showed up. My brother goes every year on a cruise and shows me all his photos and it has changed show much.
I did a trip from Miami to Key West back in 2002. Didn't stop in all those places though but still brought back some lovely memories!
Glad it brought back fun memories!
Dad rocked the shark photos!
I agree that you do great videos. It's not just the filming... it's YOU. You are enthusiastic, but have a calm voice that is easy to listen to and you talk about positive things which keep each of your videos interesting. I am a new follower, so I have been trying to go back and watch your older ones. I have never been to the Keys, so this is a fun, new idea for the future. Thanks! (of course, we love Pops, too, he is such a great sport.) :)
Thanks so much for the nice comment, I appreciate it! Thanks for watching the older videos as well!
Your info is SPOT ON! We drove from Miami to Key West where we are now. Every place you said to stop at, we did. We have enjoyed ourselves so much. Thanks for the great info!!
You're so lucky to have great traveling companions in each other. I loved traveling with my parents, and sorely miss them now that they're gone.
I went to Key West with them once but don't remember much since I was very young. I went back a couple of times in college, and both times we camped at Bahia Honda, $10 a night. Can't beat that price! The midges were fierce though.
Thanks for another great video!
It has been amazing to have this time to travel with my dad for sure. I can’t imagine how cool that place would be to camp!
My folks are gone now, too, and I still feel lost and miss them every day.
That's a great road trip and with your Dad ..
What a wonderful way to explore the variety between Miami and Key West. My brother and myself were thinking about this trip a few yrs ago.
So nice to see a father and son trip. This video makes me wish I was in Florida. I miss visiting Key West, which I last went to on a honeymoon in 1991. Would love to drive back there.
My husband and I are taking the Key West road trip and I can’t wait after watching your excellent video!
J’ai fait çe trip il y a quelques années. Quel bonheur !
I live in south Florida and take that road for my fishing trips and yet it feels nice to see that on video
You and your dad at so much fun to watch. My only complaint is I wish the videos would be longer - 'cause I'm enjoying them and don't want them to end. 👍
haha that is a good way to feel! I hope to put all the Florida stuff together in a long video later this month too
Those massive tarpon are actually babies! You are in a tarpon nursery. Great vid! Love it!
I live 1/2 hr from the entrance of the Keys ♥️. So much to do there!
My family did this 3 days ago. My daughter & grandson had never been to the Keys. It felt like we were in the Bahamas. Next time we’ll leave earlier to enjoy more sights, beach etc 😍
I love these. Now I want to go more
You can drive your boat right up to many restaurants. Mahi fish tacos are my favorite food
It was wonderful travelling through Miami with you and your father. Watching from Lisbon in Portugal
I drove and flew all over Florida, but in 30 yrs, never made it to Miami or The Keys! My vacations included multiple stops from PA to Florida, and there is just so much to see and do. But I did make it to Hawaii, the Caribbean and Mexico.
Really enjoyed. Wishing you more trip together with your father.Thank you.
My friend and I went on that Key West Road trip in late fall of 1979. We stayed overnight in Key West and watched the sunset with a bunch of hippies.
Great video. I need to go hug my dad.
Beautiful tour I go often to the keys is my escape 🥰
Omg keys fishery is like the best sea food place to eat at . I got to eat there a few times. Yummy!😋
I’m moving to Florida next year and your videos just helps make things easier for everything I want to do! Thank you!
Been a while.... 30 years to be exact. But I did this very same road trip from Miami to Key West.
Great to see a son and dad enjoying themselves. Nice video!
i got stuck on 7 mile bridge for 2 hours once. it was awesome
Thank you for your video, my daughter is turning 16 and for her b-day we are planning to go to Florida and take the Key West ride. We are from NJ.
Been there done that many times but never gets old.many great other places to see and eat.Do the drive before you die and you'll really enjoy yourself.My other advice is to not be in a hurry especially in Key West.slo down take it easy enjoy yourself .Be like the locals .An inexpensive Cuban restaurant is seboney very good
I just loved watching this so much. Everything was so fun from beginning to end. I dream about visiting and even living in the Florida Keys. Your video is so great for those of us who are too busy or too far away to get there. It truly is a gem. Thank you for putting this all together. I also love all of the comments on here from the other viewers.
Very well done. Done it many times still love it. Take the boat to the Dry Tortugas and camp now there it is a different world