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Hidden Coves & Island Hops: Exploring South Florida by Boat

Recreation and Sports / Chris S / January 8, 2026

Blue horizons, palms, and the endless scent of salt—boating South Florida feels like stepping into a postcard. But beyond the postcard beaches lie a mosaic of mangrove-lined coves, hidden anchorages and tiny islands just begging to be discovered. Whether you crave quiet solitude, a fish fry at sunset, or a snorkel over living coral, a […]

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