People who plunk down a dollar to cross the Rickenbacker Causeway are often headed for Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park, Crandon Park, or other sites on Key Biscayne. Many aren't even aware of Virginia Key, the small paradise they pass by on the way to Key Biscayne, as only a sign heralds the place. Technically, the Seaquarium, MAST Academy, Miami Marine Stadium, the University of Miami's Rosenstiel School of Oceanographic and Atmospheric Studies, the county's wastewater treatment plant, a marina, and several restaurants are on Virginia Key, but it's the beautiful palm-studded Old Florida beach that's the real treasure. Turn off Crandon Boulevard at the sign just across the street from the Seaquarium's parking lot and ask for directions at the tollbooth, lest you end up at the wastewater plant.
Eight small parking areas dot the roadway along the way and another small lot is beachside at the end of the road. Park in the beachside lot if you can.
Virginia Key's beaches are short on shells, but long on coral. Collectors of beach glass will find themselves in heaven here, too. The beach is wonderful for swimmers and windsurfers but fishing is prohibited.
If your idea of a great afternoon is stretching out on a chaise lounge, slathering yourself in suntan lotion and watching the ships glide out of the Port of Miami through Government Cut, then you'll be in heaven here. Barbecue grills and picnic tables are available, as are public restrooms. And quiet...lots of quiet.
The
ever-expanding hub of the southeastern United States, Atlanta has grown from
an historic southern city into a huge modern metropolis comprised of
prestigious boroughs, corporate and theater districts, modern attractions
and more. Few American cities can match the unique blend of past and present
of Atlanta ....more
Walt Disney Dolphin Resort Hotel compares well with the 188 hotels in
the city. In Lake Buena Vista, Onsite Disney Walt Disney Dolphin Resort can
be found at 1500 Epcot Resorts Blvd. Walt Disney Dolphin Resort Orlando
contains Restaurant, Airport Shuttle - For Fee, and Fitness Facility. Room
options include: Spacious room. .... more
