General information and for a map of Key Largo, FL visit the link below. This is also a great resources for travel information and a calendar of events. The Keys are family friendly and offer a variety of options for family travel.
http://www.fla-keys.com/keylargo/
Classroom session are located at Diver’s Direct, Key Largo
Diver’s Direct
99621 Overseas Hwy (US 1)
Key Largo, FL 33037
http://www.diversdirect.com/scuba-diving/stores/key-largo-dive-shops
Confined water session are located at Jacob’s Aquatic Center (JAC)
JAC
320 Laguna Avenue
Key Largo, FL 33037
http://jacobsaquaticcenter.org/
Open water sessions are run through Ocean Divers.
Ocean Divers
522 Caribbean Drive
Key Largo, FL 33037
Open water sessions are not included in the cost of the course. The sessions usually run $80-$90 per person and are paid directly to Ocean Divers before boarding the boat.
Accommodations:
A simple Google search will leave you with endless options for accommodations in the Key Largo area. Since our classroom, confined water, and ocean sessions are all right next to each other we recommend searching in this area.
Hotel prices throughout the Florida Keys can be pricey and variable. Unfortunately it takes a little searching to find just the right place, within budget and within range of the class. We recommend searching the links below:
Hotels/Motels
http://www.fla-keys.com/listing.cfm?id=163
We have stayed at the Key West Inn (yes, it’s in Key Largo) before. It is extremely conveniently located and the most affordable option we found in a pinch.
Key West Inn, Key Largo
201 Ocean Drive
Key Largo, FL 33037
http://www.reservations.com/hotel/key-west-inn-key-largo?rmcid=rcc4
Guest Houses/B&B’s
http://www.fla-keys.com/listing.cfm?id=181
Airbnb is never a bad idea.
Flights:
Managing flights from pretty much anywhere should be simple traveling to Key Largo as Miami International Airport (MIA) and Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL) are located just up the road. Both MIA and FLL host both major and minor carriers.
Miami International Airport (MIA)
2100 NW 42nd Ave.
Miami, Fl 33142
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
100 Terminal Dr.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315
http://www.broward.org/Airport/Pages/Default.aspx
Car Rentals/Transportation:
If you decide to stay in walking distance to the classroom, pool and charter locations there are options to travel from either MIA or FLL without renting a car. You’ll need to do some research to find a suitable shuttle service. The link below provides good resources:
http://www.fla-keys.com/listing.cfm?id=62
If you plan on renting a car both airports provide extensive rental options within the airport properties.
